Sometimes we need to recharge our batteries in order to pick up where we left off. A timeout and a little rest can be one of the greatest gifts to give ourselves.

Or in my case, the teacher announcing that class was canceled last Wed. It was perfect timing and I used the time away from assignments wisely.

I put down my camera this weekend and toyed with the iPad. I’m learning a bit more about the “golden hour” and experimenting at sunset. I’m using the iPad as it’s a lot easier to experiment with than setting up the tripod, pouring myself into the camera settings and making sure to have the remote in hand as well.

One of these days, I’ll be using the “real deal” as I have a little heads up that I will be taking “self portraits” as well as the hubs and the hubs and me for a few of my assignments.

It’s been one of those nice relaxing weekends with the hubs. We had a couple of fun dates, a trip to Cold Stone and lots of rest and relaxation.

I’m thankful for the little breather away from class, but I’m ready to get back into school this week. The desire to learn is like a growing wildfire within and I can’t contain it any longer.

Let the school bell ring tomorrow!

Blessings – Debbie