Putting the Fun in Monday

Well, it's Monday and both of my girls are now in school. All day. It feels amazing. I have been waiting for this day for a long time...the day I reclaim my life. For a few hours anyway. I will actually now have almost a full work day to get my work done in. Crazy, isn't it?

My vision? To get my work done during work hours (OK, and a little time for Yoga) so that in the evenings (when I usually am pounding away on the keyboard under some sort of deadline) I can do other, more self-nurturing things. Like reading, crafting, relaxing. It sounds so wonderful, it makes me want to cry. Anyway, with the creative nudges from blogs like Melody's latest blog Wrapped Emotions, MamaSaysOm, flickr groups like this one, and Magpie Girl's Creativity Challenges there's no telling what might happen.

My husband was out of town this weekend so I stayed up until the wee hours playing. And I came up with this.

 

My Playful Best Shot for today may just be the beginning of a new artistic phase for me. I am giddy with the possibilities. See what a little taste of freedom can do for a mom?

What inspired you this week?

Comments

[phyllis@imabima]

That's a beautiful shot...here's mine...

[phyllis@imabima]

oops forgot the link
http://imabima.blogspot.com/2007/09/some-days-are-like-thatbsm.html

[Erinne]

That is beautiful.

Love all the colours.

Here's mine.

http://chaoticfamilypictures.blogspot.com/

[Anna]

What a lovely photo, Tracey. So whimsical and inspiring for its playful feel.

Here's mine, playful baby laughter.
http://hankandwillie.wordpress.com/2007/09/10/at-least-hes-consistent/

[Carrie]

WOW! I love the photo and am keeping my fingers crossed for you that you may get all that wonderful time for yourself!

I was inspired by a little girl turning 2 this week.
http://barelycontrolledchaos.wordpress.com/2007/09/10/a-little-help-best-shot-monday/

[Amy Jo]

Ack! I can't believe I actually got a post up today. We have movers here as I type this!

http://cheeseparty.blogspot.com/2007/09/my-best-shot-monday-girls-night-out.html

[amygeekgrl (Crunchy Domestic Goddess)]

ooh, very beautiful, colorful and creative!

here's mine this week:
http://crunchydomesticgoddess.com/2007/09/10/best-shot-monday-91007/

[emily]

Very intriguing shot!

Here's my contribution:
http://pyattfamily.blogspot.com/2007/09/best-shot-monday-reading.html

[Stephanie Smith]

I am new to your blog (actually to the world of blogging), but had to comment on your beautiful shot. Love the colors and uniqueness.
Here's one from my weekend:
http://slsmithphotgraphy.typepad.com/my_weblog/

[Rosey]

I agree, I would totally hang that on my wall! It's gorgeous!

I don't have the camera for shots like that - but I got this fun shot...
http://piercebabyproject.blogspot.com/2007/09/best-shot-monday-mega-madness.html

[sarah jane rhee]

wow! love the colors and textures in this photo, tracey! can't wait to see what more fun you have with your photos. here's my post for the week: http://www.sarahjanerhee.com/2007/09/best-shots-monday-smiles-abound.html

[Christie]

Wow!
I did some juggling to gt this one.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/57917236@N00/1342599849/

[NTE]

That's gorgeous!

Here's my post: http://neverthateasy.blogspot.com/2007/09/going-for-ride.html

[Alissa]

Mine follows yours in a parallel idea.

http://iwish.typepad.com/i_wish/2007/09/there-goes-my-l.html

[Mandy]

I love that photo, Tracey. You really should print it large and frame and put it up. And yes, there are so many great creative challenges going on, where will I find the time?! Here's my BSM:
http://mandaroo1128.blogspot.com/2007/09/bso-sending-letter-to-friend.html

[Laura McIntyre]

Thats lovely, your really talented. Mines is up

http://synchronizationofus.blogspot.com/2007/09/bsm-sick.html

[Jessica]

http://jessicas5.blogspot.com

[maile]

NO. WAY. Tracey, that shot is GORGEOUS! I love it SO MUCH! I want it!!! I'm going to be a poser and try to copy it somehow. You are so awesome. I am WITH YOU on the kids in school thing. Silence is eerie, yet SO COMFORTING. My goal is to actually get my work done during the day too. We'll see.
here's my BSM.
http://dailyrelish.squarespace.com/journal/2007/9/10/mucho-photos-coming-through.html

[carey]

that is a really cool picture! i love it!

here is mine, it's nothing special but i like to play. :)
http://blueberryandbean.blogspot.com/2007/09/best-shot-monday_10.html

[Shannon]

This week it's all about nature. I love your pic - and here's mine: http://sgphoto.typepad.com/my_weblog/2007/09/best-shot-mon-1.html

[Tiffany]

Great picture! Here are mine for this week. http://adayinthelifeoftiffany.blogspot.com/2007/09/bsm-brushing-teeth.html

[Cari]

Lovely, Tracey! Missed you guys and all the fun last week. But we had some fun of our own in San Diego. And Foo had her first day of preschool today...

http://lunaandfoo.blogspot.com/2007/09/best-shot-monday-pacific-ocean.html

[arizaphale]

Fun photo indeed. May very well get to be the only one I see!
Better late than never.

http://www.arizaphale.blogspot.com

[Sheri]

well, you inspired me by pointing out the wrapped emotions site. of course, it wasn't until AFTER i lay on the ground to take this shot that i realized i'm supposed to write about the experience too. and i don't have time to write about it now... so here it is...for you...

http://todayispretty.wordpress.com/2007/09/11/under-the-elm/