how to see it

i've been thinking about how perception relates to perspective. when you're in the middle of something it's really difficult to see the entire picture. is it possible to really become more aware of something based on hearing someone else's viewpoint? it seems like you could create much more opportunities in life by learning to trust more that what you see in front of you. i would like to see things differently. the whole idea seems slightly dangerous, but then at the same time i think you have more of a chance of getting things right with the help of perspective of another person. less safety, more adventure :)

nature!

i was pretty convinced i would be a park ranger when i was a kid. i loved being outside & loOvve animals so much. on various family library trips (while my older brother was actually reading) i spent most of my time reading Ranger Rick magazines & learning animal facts. a lot of girls collect dolls - i collected bear families. oh and also, things like the moose from Northern Exposure made me want to like the show. sooooo hilarious how the moose walked through the town like he owned it.

sometimes i really wish deer would be chill with me squeezing them. i think it would be great to keep one in my backyard. aaaawwww we could go on walks & talk about Christmas!

photos by Mark Weaver (really good designer too btw)