Sunday, 23 August 2009

Rotorua

Well it's been a while since I posted. I have been very busy, of course you know that though. It's pretty much normal for me really. But I have decided to make more time for blogging in my life because I really do enjoy it.

About two weeks ago I went up to Rotorua for two days. You may recall a few months ago I mentioned that I was going to Europe, well I was there for youth conference for the not-for-profit I'm involved in. As part of going over for the trip, I knew that I would be expected to give some talks about when I came back. Well, I was asked to do a talk at a charity auction in Rotorua. The dinner was wonderful and I got heaps of positive feedback, but the highlight for me was the next morning when my parents came drove and hour and a half to come and spend the morning with me. I hadn't seen them in about 4 months, so we spent a blissful 3 hours walking around the lake. Of course me being me, the camera had to come too.


Early morning on the Lake truly is such a peaceful time.


There were swan babies! So cute....


Messing with camera settings produces some really cool effects!


But most of the time nature itself is just so beautiful that it's a privilege and a joy to try and capture the beauty on film.

2 comments:

Pombagira said...

love your photoes.. might have to take one and make it my desk top at work.. *nods*.. the black and white one me thinks.. *nods more*

*beams*
Polly

Jordan said...

Missed you! I'm glad your returning to the blogging world, I know work can be so overwhelming sometimes! I do like your new layout a lot :)

Sounds like a fun trip and great photos! Who knew swan babies could be so cute? :)

Take Care!