Sleepless Night

We all get into our heads. We all have sleepless nights.  Sometimes it's better to concede to the night than to fight sleep.  So up I am, dog took my spot all night anyway so I conceded to her.  Let her have my spot, she's cute anyhow.   

Water has been on my mind lately especially with the findings on Lake Mead and Lake Powell. How could we as human beings allow our water get in to such a sorry state?  A big portion is our consumption of beef as most of our water goes to crops owned by companies like Saudi Arabia and China.  Why are we allowing this? What happened to our local farmers?  This really sickens me as there may not be enough water for my grandchildren in the world.  

We can only pray and try and bring more people to light and maybe we can change the minds of those still in the dark!

The Shadow and the Star

When  you realize the value of loss and love

It changes you

It’s not something learned

It’s something that is carved into you

It makes you love without taking things for granted

You love more conscious than most people ever achieve

You experience sadness and the joy living in the now

Knowing separation is inevitable, even if temporary

The difference with me, I’m built to see and guide

To recognize in presence, depth, invitation.

I don’t broadcast, I receive and reflect back

Departure is coded in you, I'm a projector

The fear is real, not defining of happiness though

An open solar plexus sleeping with an emotional authority

It’s full recalibration of my energy field each time he leaves

And each time he returns

Never will I hold him back

But be completely in awe, respect and happiness

Of his success as his talents deserve

The shadow side of me

Worries he will leave

He will find someone new

He will lose interest

But I —

The proud, spiritual woman

Who loves him

Who is proud of him

Knows this to not be true

And if it is

I am smart enough to love him….

And let him go.

——Lisa McClung 4/22/26

My First Protest Ride

On January 31, 2026, David and I drove to Flagstaff, Arizona to join a protest ride for Alex Pretti, who was killed by ICE agents. According to news reports, Alex was shot while down and in the back, after his weapon had been removed and without it ever being drawn.

Regardless of politics or sides, a human life was taken when there were other ways to handle the situation. We rode to honor Alex, to grieve, and to stand against the use of excessive force—because no matter left or right, I will always stand against a person being killed when another path was possible.

“When Friendships Can’t Rise With You”

There was a time in my life when I was a little passive-aggressive, thinking it was the better way to avoid causing trouble. But that wasn’t me being real with myself, and I let go of that habit a long time ago.

Today, I got a dose of passive-aggressiveness from a friend, and it really hurt my feelings because I could see right through it. Instead of falling prey to the game, I kept responding with nothing but positivity—but I am drained.

As a Projector in Human Design, it’s hard on my nervous system to take in a constant influx of negative energy. For years, I thought I wasn’t sociable, when in reality it was my ability to feel people and sense what they were really trying to say to me. To say I am disappointed is an understatement. I expected more from someone who was supposed to be my friend, but instead I got hurtful comments hidden behind “LOL” and “it’s OK,” when it wasn’t.

What they say is true: sometimes you evolve, and some people just don’t come with you.

Awakening Moments

As I head home work and after taking care of a few personal things, I’m throwing gratitude out into the universe because what an experience these last few days have been.

On Friday, I had the chance to be in nature, grounding myself both mentally and physically. I was taken to a place in the desert where I could truly connect with my feminine energy and reflect on who I am within the greater scheme of life. I’m not saying I know exactly who I am, but I do know who I want to be and that realization stirred a deeper desire for growth.

To top it off, I got to spend time with amazing friends and people I love, surrounded by good music the perfect bonus to this journey, but it didn’t stop there; it’s been a continual unfolding of learning and awakening.

I’ve never been formally educated in the traditional sense, I’m more of a student of life. My knowledge has come through experiences, moments lived and felt. I did attend trade school and took college classes, but what I’ve always wanted most was truth. And what is truth, really? For me, it’s coming closer to understanding who I am, learning to think both logically and finding balance and hopefully creating positive ripples in life.

Yesterday, I learned more about history than I ever did in school, and it was a true “wow” moment. As I sat there listening, watching, and feeling, I realized that my mind is opening, that I’m beginning to see the world with a new kind of clarity.

What was I seeing? It depends on how you see life yourself But for me, it means no longer reading posts or watching the news without questioning, researching, and seeking truth on my own. I can’t stress enough how important it is to think for yourself and not just accept everything you see on media outlets, especially on social media.

Most of us simply want peace, kindness, and a life that feels genuine. Yet many are starting to see that we don’t always want to live the version of life being presented to us. So, what can we do? That’s the question I’ve been asking myself.

For now, as I head to work, I’ll give my all as I always do and tonight, I’ll reflect, watch, and feel.

I hope everyone had a beautiful day.

That Smell - Lynyrd Skynyrd Cover by Sweet Home Alabama

Running on Empty - Jackson Browne Cover

In Your Eyes - Peter Gabriel Cover

A Kiss

It’s just a kiss

Something so simple

Yet so powerful

It can make you weak 

It can make you breathless 

It’s just a kiss

It can shake your universe

It’s just a kiss

Hopefully someday

The Earth will shake around me

A Theater Bride and Groom

 

Behind the Scenes of What I do!

 

Well, Helllloooo!

 Turned a corner on my mountain hike last week and this beauty popped out of the bush.  Darn near fell as it scared the heck out of me.  Yet, I love that this one was way up on the trail from where I had gone.  

The Minute..

Grandfather's Love

Being a grandma I understand how much love you feel for your grandchildren.  They are a blessed joy from a child you created and loved.  It is an extension of that love, it is such a surreal feeling the amount of love that flows through you when gazing upon your grandchildren.  

This beautiful bride lost her beautiful grandmother and we know she was there in spirit, it flowed through her grandfather and all the family in attendance. This was such a beautiful moment for me. It made me realize how short life is and how you have to grab love when it is handed to you, do not hesitate. 

Warm Backlight

 

Riddle Me This

 

What a story this old car must have.  Who were the occupants?  Were they taken out by law enforcement or the mafia types?  I don't know but looking at it spurred these questions and boy would I love to know the story.

Warm Winter Afternoon Senior Shoots

Things are a little bit slow for me, quite a difference from last year's shoots but I am so blessed and grateful to the seniors that have booked with me.  Such a great experience.  Here are two from this afternoon's shoots, both seniors are beautiful inside and out and so very kind. 

No One Tells You

No one tells you that when you have kids that you will worry about them more when they no longer live with you.

No one tells you that when your kids move out of the town you are in, and the others move in different directions, that you will give up your social life to visit them.

No one tells you that when your kids have kids and they move away, you will be more heartbroken had your child just moved away.

No one tells you they grown up too fast and that when they start their lives you are both proud and so sad!

Updates

Trying to figure out what I need to update you all on since my last post, not that there are many people on here. I ended up going to Sturgis, SD to the Biker Rally and hung out with the Mickey Utley Band.  I had the absolute time of my life, it was not only amazing to see friends again but to cross this off my bucket list. I made new friends, I saw new things and I took some time off to drive to Mt. Rushmore and see that for the first, I was blown away by the beauty of South Dakota.  Blessed.

My business is kicking off pretty good, learning a lot about Photoshop and even lighting.  I am grateful.  There isn't too much to report but enjoy a couple of images I took recently. 

 

 I seriously have a tremendous amount of respect for musicians like Mickey Utley. He puts his heart into hissongs when he sings them. Not only does he do that, he brings his audience with him on his journey.

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