Road Trip Highlights

Last week Carson and I took a little road trip up to Dallas. I had a couple shoots and a seminar there, so we spent a few days up there with my family and had a great time!

The following three photos were taken while driving. I do not recommend this. But these three things are the highlights of my drive... every time. (Please excuse the picture quality. I thought it would be against my better judgement to fiddle to much with camera settings while behind the wheel.)

Sunset. I always love looking at the sky and seeing the way it changes. I think it's one of God's most amazing displays of creativity.


The Dallas skyline. I can't explain the feeling I get when I come over the hill on I-35 and see Dallas' big, beautiful, distinct silhouette against the sky. I love it.


The city limits sign. Home. Even my kids get excited to see the "Howe" sign. :)


Tuesday afternoon, my Dad took Carson and I out to the golf course to hit some balls, play a few holes, and enjoy the GORGEOUS weather. It was so nice and relaxing. I haven't golfed much over the past several years, and I'd forgotten how much I enjoyed a nice day on the course. I love the smell of the course and the quiet and the slower pace... plus the time with my Dad is always cool. It was a great afternoon, even if I don't play as well as I did ten years ago!




My dad is such a great guy to play golf with. He's a great teacher and super encouraging, even when you know you're totally bombing it.


I look kinda frumpy here, but I figured I need to have a picture of me every now and again. To prove I exist.


Carson was obviously thrilled about the whole deal. Dad took him back to the course on Wednesday night too. :)


Even when you're no good at golfing, at least the scenery is amazing!


We did lots of other stuff that I didn't take pictures of like:
- a trip to IKEA with my wonderful Mom
- bridal portraits
- got to see Allison & Jeff Rogers at the PPA Seminar
- helped my mom as she's launching her new jewelry business, Mini Pearl (I'll post links soon!)
- laziness at Mom and Dad's house

All in all it was a great trip, but we were glad to get home to Aaron and Abby. I missed them a lot. They had a great week together though, complete with a date night at Ruby Tuesday's, ice cream, and lots more. Abby is still talking about how much fun she had with her Daddy last week.

Father, thank you for such an amazing family and for such a blessed life. I feel so lucky!