Yellowstone Every 20 Years

Yellowstone Every 20 Years

I just pulled out the maps and am planning a big Scampabout for late May. I’m beyond excited. Last year wasn’t good for Scamping for a few reasons, but 2014 is feeling solid. My new plan is to knock off all the National Parks in a state at once. (I did...
When Flora Get Competitive

When Flora Get Competitive

I didn’t get much time to take photos in San Diego this weekend because my mother is so damn popular. If I hadn’t been with her I would have had far fewer social engagements, and could have spent more time with the camera. I also wouldn’t have been...
Arizona Skies at the Desert Museum in Tucson

Arizona Skies at the Desert Museum in Tucson

I’m fascinated by contrasts: light and dark, diffuse and focused. These photos of desert plants framed by the gorgeous Arizona sky are a good study in that kind of dichotomy. What’s life without diversity, right? If you liked this post, feel free to share...
…And Now for the Flora (Desert Museum, Tucson)

…And Now for the Flora (Desert Museum, Tucson)

Most of us think of cactuses (yep, that’s an acceptable plural, for you writers out there) as harsh little creatures. I happen to love them, despite the trouble they’ve caused me in the past. (Hence my idea to change Arizona’s motto to “Land of...
Birds and Beavers at the Desert Museum, Tucson

Birds and Beavers at the Desert Museum, Tucson

I just got back from Tucson, Arizona where I had a fabulous time with a dear friend I’ve known since junior high and her equally dear husband. The first day I was there they both had to work. (ITEM: I propose a law that states if I’m on vacation, everyone...
Looking for the Sun in Peggy’s Cove, Nova Scotia

Looking for the Sun in Peggy’s Cove, Nova Scotia

Mom and I just got back from a trip to Nova Scotia where we had exactly one day of sun. Did that put a damper (zing!) on the Kahler mood? Please. Nova Scotia is ridiculously pretty, even in the gloom, so it’s hard not to love it. (It also has super nice people...