Friday, March 31, 2006

St. Paul Public Library


Today was my first time there and I was overwhelmed! It was stunning.

Thursday, March 30, 2006

The Sun Rising Over Selby Avenue


My early morning commute sometimes delivers gorgeous gifts to me.

As my Uncle Mike is so fond of saying "Good Mornin' Yeller!"

Catching the bus in the rain.....


Some days, it's so good to be a grown up!

Tuesday, March 28, 2006

Parking Lot Monster


When the beauty of the snow fades, this is what we get left with. Giant mounds of snow shoved into corners of parking lots by huge plows now dirty with exhaust and parking lot trash. It takes forever for these monsters to completely disappear. It will probably be another 6 weeks or more before they are totally gone. Gorgeous, huh?

Tuesday, March 21, 2006

Untouched by Time


I live in a fairly old neighborhood. My home was built in 1907. The old lady next door is the second owner of her home which was built around the same time mine was. Somewhere around the early 60's, time ceased to pass inside her home. It still has wall to wall shag carpets and knicknacks covering every surface. It's like a museum and there are so many retro antiques in there that I could have a field day on ebay! I really like my neighbor and have to laugh every time I go over there. Last time I was there, I snapped a few photos. Here is one.

Monday, March 20, 2006

Religion on wheels


This person has so much to say, they've decided to cover their truck with their personal opinions. All nine billion of them. Hey, to each his own. If you have the capability, I highly suggest using a zoom feature to be able to read all the posters. Some are in lanugages I don't recognize but maybe you will?

Sunday, March 19, 2006

Mancinis


Circular red leather booths, grilled bread and great steaks. It's old school St. Paul and everyone in the area should definatley go at least once. We usually try and take visitors there if we can for a real taste of St. Paul.

Saturday, March 18, 2006

Friday, March 17, 2006

The After Effects of a Good Snow

Taken at the office where I work.
Oh, and by the way, Happy St. Paddy's Day to all.

Thursday, March 16, 2006

Wednesday, March 15, 2006

Moonset


On my way to work, I saw the giant orange moon setting so I abandoned my commute and chased it until I found the perfect spot to photograph it. The skyline is Minneapolis, but it was shot from St. Paul. It's grainy from my zoom, but I love this shot!

Monday, March 13, 2006

Spring is (maybe not) so near


You brag about spring, warmer temps and motorcycle rides and this is what happens. The biggest snowfall of the entire winter. Actually, I am loving this storm and all the snow. It's beautiful, peaceful and best of all, I get a snow day!

Saturday, March 11, 2006

Things are looking up!


When the temperatures rose to the upper 40's, it was time to get the bike out of the garage! I was not actually the photographer of this shot, but I was the subject. Thanks to Julie for shooting from the sidecar.

Thursday, March 09, 2006

A Modern Day Haberdashery


Who knew they still existed? But this one does in downtown St. Paul.

Wednesday, March 08, 2006

An evening of Karoke


This is definately not my favorite activity, but many people seem to enjoy it. This talented singer has whipped the crowd into a frenzy!

Tuesday, March 07, 2006

Assumption Church


The Church of the Assumption is the oldest in St. Paul. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1975. The twin spires are the third-tallest in St. Paul.

Sunday, March 05, 2006

Spring is so near


And the good people of St. Paul are out in droves soaking up the warmer temperatures!

Saturday, March 04, 2006

Day Four

Pennies in the fountain. I couldn't decide which one I liked best, so I posted them all!



Friday, March 03, 2006

Day Three Inside Como Conservatory


The heavenly floral scents that can be found inside The Sunken Garden can take your soul to spring even when your body is still stuck in winter.

Thursday, March 02, 2006

Como Conservatory-Again


I took so many lovely photos while there that we may be visiting the conservatory all week!

Wednesday, March 01, 2006

Hello Pretty!


Como Park Conservatory. This young lady caught my eye. The sign in the water to her right read, "Ouch! Please don't throw coins!"