Day 146 - May 26, 2010

So I think I have mentioned Zumba before, but if I haven't, here's a little bit about something that is so incredibly fun to do! Zumba is a type of workout that is more like a party than an exercise. This building here is the Goff Building in East Hampton, where we go to take Zumba classes. Sure there are some that are closer, but our instructor is awesome, so we're willing to drive! Basically, Zumba is a dance/aerobic workout that fuses different types of world dance styles. Many people I've spoken to about it have said "well my body doesn't move that way" or "I can't shake my hips like that!" Let me tell you something - no matter what you think you can or cannot do, Zumba is fun because you just let loose and have a great time! Don't worry about how you look, just have fun with it!

Until Tomorrow,

Athina

Day 138 - May 18, 2010

And the rain is back! Apparently this is part of a storm system that brought a ton of rain and some massive hail to the midwest just a couple of days ago. We have a bunch of different bushes in our front yard, and it's always cool to see the little beads of water stick to the plants! Unfortunately, this rain means we're likely not going to go out running today. Nothing better than spending 45 minutes in the rain and coming back home with squishy sneakers. Yuck! Anyways, Zumba doesn't require good weather, so at least we have that!

Until Tomorrow,

Athina

Day 134 - May 14, 2010

I've always found it fun to make light trails when I take pictures in the dark with objects like christmas lights or burning embers (which is the case here). After about an hour and a half of Zumba at my parents house, we grilled some dinner, then Dad started up the fire pit so we could make s'mores. Unfortunately, no one thought to find any long sticks to roast marshmallows on before it got dark, so Dad roasted everyone's on his own using these little metal skewers. After the gooey goodness, I decided to have fun with light trails. Basically, when it's dark, the camera needs to keep the shutter open longer to allow light to develop the image, and by moving the camera around while the shutter is open, you get cool light trails like this!

Until Tomorrow,

Athina

Day 117 - April 27, 2010

After a morning that started out with even more rain - it sure cleared up nicely just in time for our run this evening! I'm so happy to be back home with Daisy and my bunnies. You don't realize how much you miss home until you're away - and no matter how much fun you're having, you still miss the comfort of home. I was exhausted last night and today, so getting back into my daily routine was much needed, and definitely helpful! Did a bit of unpacking, uploaded some pictures, did zumba and went for a run, and now will make some dinner and relax.

Until Tomorrow,

Athina

Day 76 - March 17, 2010

Second beautiful day in a row! Today, we decided to play tennis after going to Starbucks (and Zumba) and enjoy the warmth and the sunshine. We went to the tennis courts near the dog park in Wethersfield, so Daisy could go socialize with the doggies. She wasn't really up for being social, so we went back and played some tennis (after I took a few pictures, of course!) Ang is going to be trying out for the Berlin High team on Monday, so it was good to let her get some practice in with her serves. Me, I'm not much of a tennis player, but it was fun nonetheless. Then we let Daisy on the court once the rest of the people left, and she spent her time chasing tennis balls around! Glad that we've got nice weather headed our way!

Until Tomorrow,

Athina

Day 69 - March 10, 2010

Today was my first Zumba class - if you've never been to one, go find one and try it out! Loads of fun! Afterwards, Heather and I went to our favorite coffee place in Newington, Starbucks, and ordered some refreshing passion tea. I ordered a big one because I was thirsty. I had it in mind to post a different picture today - but as we were sitting at the table outside enjoying the weather, the sun setting in the distance cast a neat light through the liquid. I know I've done a few Starbucks photos before, but hey - I spent a few days a week there! Anyways, I enjoyed the drink, and thought that you might enjoy seeing the color and light through the tea like I did this afternoon :)

Until Tomorrow,

Athina