Beautiful photo! Yes, the mountains are very grounding which is sometimes a good thing. But I find the ocean waves to be more inspiring and the lend themselves well to the creative process.

Haha..I remember that squirrel! Who could deny him his cozy nest?

Cool picture! I didn't know that either.

Beautiful..and true words!

Cute wherever it is! But I'm going to guess Baltimore...

Orlando??

I don't think you should ever give up on your dreams! Sometimes we have to change our expectations or get rid of an expectation. Or redefine what the dream means to us. But if your intent is to be a filmmaker, then you are a filmmaker even if you are just using your phone, or camera for the video. How we choose to define a word for ourselves is different that what an industry or group defines it as. So there are really two things going on. If you want to be a filmmaker, then go ahead and be one. Don't get caught up in expectations. Decide what filmmaking means for you and what you want to say with your films. The advent of phones and point and shoot cameras has made "photographers" of us all. We don't all have what I guess is considered the "eye" or a gift for photographs that are published in magazines or books. But if we enjoy taking pictures then doesn't that make us photographers on some level. I think as long as we don't let our ego get inflated and grandiose, we all share artistry on some level.

I think this proves that money doesn't necessarily buy happiness. Sounds like the folks there are grateful for what they have and all the good in their lives and don't put all their focus on what isn't perfect at the moment.

Wow, what fun! And I see the holy ghost too!

Thanks..that is very pretty. Definitely lifts the spirit during the grey of winter.

Ha Ha, the Hideaway Tiki Bar is looking like a pretty good road right now! But Cabo San Lucas might be a good stop too!

I will second that!! I always like that photo. Nice to see it again.

The whole world needs this

Oh my gosh, the tree looks so great! You really need to make cards of that picture..it is a wonderful photo. You could actually make cards out of so many of your daily posts...so hard to find great cards these days. This is one of my favorite posts!

Wonderful words..can't imagine I am the only one who appreciates them.

Those are so though provoking words Laine! I guess the world is our home... For me I guess I also think we have a physical place that feels the most like home to us..but also a home in our heart that allows us to feel "at home" in the world.

Yes they are out there. What is it about the holidays that turns people into crazed drivers. It is supposed to be a time of good spirits, community and being grateful!

I am in need of that...are they renting rooms too? what a great sign!

Yes, I believe that the angels in the universe are watching out for us...and it is comforting.

Haha..I see a face in those clouds. Must be my coffee hasn't kicked in yet. Nice sentiment and keeping it close.

Enjoying seeing the pictures of your trip!

Great pictures you are posting!

Welcome back! Can't wait to hear about your trip!

That is such a beautiful photo. I hope it is keeping you cool!

I see them with little guitars!