Showing posts with label lilacs. Show all posts
Showing posts with label lilacs. Show all posts

Sunday, July 8, 2012

Pink Magnolia Blushing and Coy, Savors the Sun While She Shines

Although it's Summer, I'm still trying to get caught up with Spring. I was so busy, but for me, Spring seemed to linger much longer this year than it usually does. Maybe that's because I was just counting the minutes until I was wrapped up in Summer, and already it's July. How did that happen?
Anyway, these photos are from the day that I took my second to last final. I finally started to feel free. 
One of the best places to explore/walk/take photos/relax happens to be right down the street from where I live. It's called Highland park and it's one of the most beautiful places. Somehow I discovered a huge part of the park that I had never been to on this day, and it's absolutely gorgeous. 
It's a path lined with all different types of magnolias and lilacs. We were really lucky to make it just before the magnolias were gone for the year.
Another great thing that I (re)discovered on this day was my 50mm lens. I feel embarrassed even admitting this, but it just sat in its case for about a year. I got a 35mm lens at the same time and fell in love with it. I had trouble getting the 50mm to focus and got frustrated, so I stuck with the 35mm.
Well, I'm so glad I decided to give it another try. I wish it didn't take me so long, and I still have to get used to it, but these photos really changed my mind about that lens.
I really loved this day, and am happy I finally get to share it.
Blouse: Vintage
Skirt: Forever 21
Sunglasses: Vintage (gift from Ben)
Clutch: Thread (gift from Ben)
Shoes: Old Navy