Photo Challenge: day four

Oh, how I Love Traveling (note: sarcasm).  I'm really not a very good traveler, which I know is ridiculous considering that I run a hotel, but such is life.  I'm in Orlando this week for Hampton's Stand Out Conference, so I at least get to enjoy some great weather (and drink the Hampton Kool-Aid).  This awesome field of green is Green Cupcakes from Vera Bradley, and is the savior for my curling iron.  Well, more accurately it's the savior for my clothes so they don't get ruined by a hot curling iron!

Blackberry camera

Also, can I please tell you how upset I was that they retired this pattern? idiots.

Photo Challenge: day three

So, only the third day of this challenge and I've already chosen an old photo twice! As soon as I saw the prompt for today though, this picture was the first thing that came to mind.  I really do love Maine, and this lighthouse is one of the iconic things about Acadia National Park. The pretty blue of the sky just sets off the clouds and makes me smile (sometimes simple is better, right?)


Nikon (July 2011)



Photo Challenge: day two

Outfit of the day for today was easy, thanks to some chilly fall weather in PA! I will admit that these cheap Target jeans are my favorite pair ever in fit, length, and color! I tried to class it up a bit with my J Crew sweater, but really I was just cold :)


blackberry camera



do you know?

**EDIT** This is the most comprehensive website that I have found to date with regard to the ribbon colors and their meanings.  I just wanted to put it out there ase a great resource. http://www.trinitylondon.com/awareness-ribbon-meanings.asp

Now, for the real reason behind this post.  I know that everyone suffers their own trials and tribulations throughout life.  Some more publicly than others, some more severe than others.  I have to admit that one of Kevin's favorite fundraisers/organizations is Livestrong.  I'd say that the Livestrong logo is one of the more well known logos when it comes to cancer, fundraising, and support.  We both have these bracelets, although Kevin has given several away to residents at work, friends, and family - so he's probably on his third or fourth.

via Childrens Austin



Do you know what this symbol stands for? 

via US Dept of Education

Autism Awareness - another one that I think I see relatively frequently, and most people understand.

How about this one? 



via Flag and Banner



The Yellow Ribbon Project for our armed forces - thank god for this organization, and I'll admit, it's one that hits home for me on a daily basis. 

But, do you know what this stands for? 

via American Kids

It's a gold ribbon, for childhood cancer. 

Do you know what this stands for? 

via Penn State Mont Alto

It's the Penn State THON logo - FTK (For The Kids)  

How about this one? 

via lccure

Lung Cancer.

While all of these symbols may not mean something to you, I'm willing to bet that they mean something to the person that has one pinned to their shirt, a magnet on their car, or tattooed on their arm.  If there is a symbol that's important to you, leave me a link below - I'd love to do a post recognizing all of the symbols (even though I know that's next to impossible). 

Photo Challenge: day one

day one: self portrait


This isn't the most technically perfect photo, and I know the composition and color could both be better, but I think this is a great portrayal of me! The photo is from a friends bachelorette party in July, and is taken in a reflection in the mirror in the hotel's elevator.