Mumday is a photo series between me and my mom, showing views at our two locations.
A view of Edinburgh, Scotland.
Home improvements taking place in Chapil Hill, North Carolina.
Monday, December 28, 2015
Monday, December 21, 2015
Tuesday, December 15, 2015
Comfort | Mèreday
Mèreday is a photo series between me and my mom, showing views at our two locations.
Rolls prepared as a holiday treat in Topeka, Kansas.
The Eiffel Tower in Paris, France.
Sunday, December 13, 2015
Fête des Lumières
About this time last year I had the chance to travel to Lyon to see the Fête des Lumières. This is a celebration that lights the city with light shows and candles in churches, city square, parks, the streets, bridges and more.
I was able to wander the streets, seeing crowds enjoying the night. There were street performers and marching bands. Christmas markets lined some streets and light displays lined others. One square even had a ferris wheel, which of course was part of the light display. Light shows were projected onto buildings including churches, the opera house and the city hall.
This year due to the attacks in Paris the celebration was altered from the normal festivities. The focus was moved to lighting of candles, as a show of solidarity.
Although this year's celebration was changed, next year is intended to continue with the traditional activities.
Tuesday, December 8, 2015
Early December | Mèreday
Mèreday is a photo series between me and my mom, showing views at our two locations.
Downtown Topeka, Kansas.
The Saint-Lazare station in Paris, France.
Saturday, December 5, 2015
December 5 | Advent Calendar
Some of the lights that decorate the streets for the Christmas market in Strasbourg, France.
Friday, December 4, 2015
Thursday, December 3, 2015
Wednesday, December 2, 2015
Tuesday, December 1, 2015
December 1 | Advent Calendar
Last year during December I posted Christmas themed photos during the Christmas season. I will be continuing that tradition this year with my own advent calendar on this blog.
A street entrance in Salzburg, Austria
Wednesday, November 25, 2015
Notre Dame de Paris
In the days following the recent attacks in Paris, Notre Dame held a service.
There many people who came to the church for the service. Even though many had to stand in the square in front of the building, there was a crowd throughout the service. The crowd valued the chance to come together after the tragic events.
In the days after going to the service, I have seen many people continuing to go to cafés, restaurants and public events. Although uncertainty and fear can easily consume, it is important to keep the spirit of the city unchanged by actions that attempt to spread terror.
Tuesday, November 24, 2015
Out in the Street | Mèreday
Mèreday is a photo series between me and my mom, showing views at our two locations.
Christmas preperations in Paris, France
An antique man hole cover in Topeka, Kansas, United States
Monday, November 16, 2015
Taking a Breath | Mèreday
Place de la Républic, Paris, France
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Tuesday, November 10, 2015
Monday, November 2, 2015
Sunday, November 1, 2015
All Saint's Day
This past week I did not have school because today is All Saint's Day. This break gave me a chance to visit some cities in Germany. I made sure to visit cemeteries while traveling, in part as a way to keep in mind those that have passed away.
Melatenfriedof Köln
(pictured above and directly below)
Friedhof Ohlsdorf in Hamburg
(pictured above)
Each of the cemeteries that I saw created a beautiful and peaceful green area in the middle of the large cities. These spaces were perfect for getting away from the noise and activity of the city. The quiet nature gave a perfect opportunity to think without distractions.
Friedhof II der Sophiengemeinde in Berlin
(pictured below)
A little bit of peace and quiet can do a lot of good.
Tuesday, October 27, 2015
Looming | Mutterday
I am back in Germany, so this week it is Mutterday. Next week will be Mèreday again, but for now...
Topeka, United States
Cologne (Köln), Germany
Sunday, October 25, 2015
Herz-Jesu-Kirche Freiburg | Sabbeth Sites
Last year I was able to take a trip while studying in Germany. I had made sure I would see all the sites I was hoping to see. The last thing to plan was getting back to the town where I was staying.
I had to change buses in a city called Freiburg. Freiburg had not been on my list of places to see, but I had time to look around while waiting for my next bus to come.
I found the town to be a very nice place that is surrounded by nature as it is between the Rhein and the Black Forrest. Freiburg might not have been on my radar, but I look forward to the next time I end up somewhere that was not in my initial plans.
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