ABC: I is for Identical

Sorry for the lateness in my posting. I'm working my way to be current.

I know I've posted this photo before (it's a family fav) - but this seemed a good 'I' word - Identical twins. These two girls were romping their way around the town of San Gimignano, playing tag. One tagged the door, which unbeknown to her was slightly ajar) and the other twin was right behind her 'tagging' her. I caught this photo just as they were about to lose their footing and fall into the entryway. They continued their giggles...

ABC Wednesday: H is for Hula

Hula is the soul of Hawaii expressed in motion. Hawaiians agree that the first hula was performed by a god or goddess which makes the dance a sacred ritual. Some believe the hula was only danced by men, but legend and historical sources tells us both men and women danced. Hawaiian hula is unique and totally different from other Polynesian dances.

Every movement in hula has a specific meaning, and every expression of the dancer's hands has great significance. Chants accompany the movements and aid in telling the dancer's story. Today, several hundred halau hula (hula schools) and less formal hula groups are active on every island and the mainland, teaching hula to thousands of students and keeping the old ways and traditional Hawaiian culture alive.

Mea Culpa

I've been remiss with blogging and commenting on my blogfriend's entries. Life has been busy. Just wanted you to know you are thought of .... will return shortly!

ABC Wednesday: H is for Hole

as in Woods Hole. This was taken on a foggy autumn day. Can't you tell? Woods Hole is actually part of the Falmouth, a town on Cape Cod. As most of you know, I spend a great amount of summertime on the Cape. Woods Hole is a biking and running destination for most of my family on early weekend mornings. Home of the Oceanographic Institute, and port for the ferry to the islands of Nantucket and the Vineyard, Woods Hole can get cramped with traffic. It's only a small village tucked against the Sound.

ABC Wednesday: G is for Garden

Here are some flowers from my garden - years past. Can't wait to get my fingers dirty again soon....Peonies are a family favorite.

PhotoHunt; Loud

A New York Street vendor. Actually the sound of his reed instrument was quite soothing, but he was playing it through a very loud microphone system!

ABC Wednesday: F is for Fans

Ahh, to be a college student again~