Two sick boys. Another long day.
So after the two small ones were firmly ensconced in bed, I decided it was time for a little treat. Its been the most beautiful evening. Balmy with a soft breeze. The low hum of cicadas in the distance and crickets chirruping softly. The moon has been full and golden; rising through a soft haze of cloud.
At about 9pm I went outside and sat in the driveway. With my camera pointed skyward, I practised a little night-time photography. The moon was irresistible. I'm not a very good night-photographer - I don't have a steady hand or a tripod. I understand little about exposure and suchlike. I did, however, enjoy taking a few snaps.
But pity the poor man. The one who came to post a letter at the corner mailbox across the road. In the dark. Who turned to see the shadowy figure of a woman, crouched in the driveway opposite. The one seemingly pointing a camera at him. He scuttled away ever so quickly.
I have probably confirmed all his suspicions about the strange things that happen when there is a full moon.
Now that is definitely funny! We have a double storey house next door and I often wonder if the neighbours are watching me taking weird pieces of craft outside in the backyard for photo shoots!
ReplyDeleteThat moon sure looked full and smudgy and weird and beautiful on my drive home from work this evening.
ReplyDeleteHope your wee fellas are feeling better soon.
I have driven back from Gisborne tonite and it sure is a beautiful evening.trying to make the most of it before I leave.......that's a great photo...I have not been able to master night time shots yet
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous moon.
ReplyDeleteAnd my neighbors are always catching me in a huddle on the driveway, trying to snap something. Or draping clothes or bags all over the fence. Or trying to prop things on it. I am pretty sure they all think I am a loon.
That is funny! Hope the little ones feel better soon. By the way did you ever complete that elusive figure flattering dress???
ReplyDeleteWhat a great photo. I hope you boys are better soon:)
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I love that shot - very moody. I love a mad lunatic too! Hope the boys are not too sick - poor wee things.
ReplyDeleteThat's a very cute story! Moons are terribly hard to photograph - I think you did really well! Hope the boys are better soon!
ReplyDeleteI saw that same moon from our house, it was indeed a great moon! Hope your boys' bowels are better tomorrow.
ReplyDeleteIsn't that the mark of a craft blogger? All of her neighbours think she's odd for her antics at 'styling' photoshoots on the natures strip/ verandah / park bench / hoods of parked cars / dog / neighbours' children / innocent mail-posting men / etc...
ReplyDeleteBest wishes to the boys!
Hope the boys are feeling better! The poor guy, although I'm often caught out taking photos of odd things (like one evening I spent ages photographing a cicada that was just hatching and spreading its wings on some guy's fence... and then he came home). What camera do you have?
ReplyDeletePhhhhh - you and me both. I'm the one that comes out of the car carrying a torch, caught by a neighbour of the bin. Like a rabbit in headlights, I fumble trying to act like I belong there.. Which meant popping the boot, texting someone (or at least pretending) then climbing back in the car and driving away. Hmm. An iguana I am not.
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