Since I missed blogging Friday I have to add in a Da Count because I have been in a little bit of a rough spot and it’s those close to me that have offered their support that keep me going. After losing the job it was my friends and family that really helped me keep my chin up and they didn’t allow me to get sucked into the void of the “poor me pity party” that could have occurred. So to those that really stood up and helped me with words of encouragement, acknowledgment of actions and behavior, thank you. It’s your support and love that helps through this tough time.
We went hiking yesterday. It’s s Sunday tradition that I will fight to hold on to! This weekend we went to Florence Lake to check out the camp sites and to see if we could get to Jackass Meadow. We got to the lake and then drove around to get to the backside of the dam at Florence Lake. The dam is an interesting structure that has a completely unique architecture to it. It’s pretty awesome. Pics:
Florence Lake and dam
the view from behind the dam
backside of the dam
it was really big and cool looking
a cool waterfall
Fishing and lunch spot
we found Jackass Meadow
a view from the car around Kaiser Pass
On the way back we stopped by Portal Powerhouse and read about John Eastwood
This weekend wasn’t about a major hike (although there are plans to get a leg of the Half Dome hike in next week) but scouting campsites and relaxing. It rained on us again, although not as bad as last weekend! It was nice to get away and fine peace and solice in the mountains and the beauty of mother nature. Learning about John Eastwood was cool too, educational as well as peaceful. After we got back it was a quick shower and then off to CIRCA to work. It was Matt D.’s last night (and birthday) of DJ-ing and we will MISS HIM! The crowd was great and I was ti-red after work was done.
I’m still looking for a job, it’s rough out there and the competition is high, but I will not allow it to slow me down. I’m finding little prjects to complete, Rogue to work on and lots of things to get caught up on. So, sorry I’ve been MIA, but that’s life, no?
it was raining in the distance and the thunder was echoing
we hiked along the river for a bit, it was beautiful
these falls were down river from our final falls destination
had it not been raining, I don’t think we wouldhave seen this alpine river/run off
another down river falls with an impressive drop off
we came across this guy at Mist Falls
they were definitely misty! beautiful
after we made it to the falls it started pissing rain, so we stayed under some trees waiting it out. it didn’t let up completely and we knew we needed to get back to the trazil head before we got stuck. on the trail there is an exposed granite rock face, while thunder and lightening happens, you don ‘t want to be there. also we saw plumes of smoke and feared getting stuck behind a forest fire. we booked it out, completing the 4.6 miles in an hour.
we weren’t the only ones caught in the rain
Ah yes, the joys of live theatre. It’s pretty impressive when you imagine that each and every show has an unknown variable. There is always the tickle in the back of your mind regarding murphy and his law. But the show much go on!
Be it professional, personal, family and friends… teamwork is vital to haing a smooth and comfortable relationship in any situation. Communication plays a big part in teamwork, it’s up to a team member to speak up and communicate needs, worries, joys and tears. I have found myself working particularly well with a few teams right now and I am truly blessed to be a part of those teams. I appreciate my teammates acceptance and I love their participation in my life.
