I am off to Zion National park! The weather is supposed to be cold, and some what cloudy, I am excited. Cannot wait to get some shots of the "good ol' Southwest". It's been a while since I have been out of the Great Basin. I really do love me some desert photography.

I am still backed up on some shots from more recent shoots. And I have been busy with school. The other evening was the fist snow down in the Truckee Meadows, I am itching for some "good" weather.

After the snow, I went out hiking at my favorite location. It was the most miraculous forest scenery I have ever personally seen. I didn't take any photos though, and I am completely ok with that. There are a few reasons that I didn't bring my camera. I was with a friend and I didn't want to take away from our conversation. I have also come to realize that life isn't just about beautiful scenery and taking photos of it. Some times the scenery must be enjoyed intrinsically. I stood there in the company of a great friend, and listened to time pass as the stream meandered to my right. The golden cottonwoods complemented the Jeffery's, and their leaves littered the ground. Icicles formed on the low hanging branches of the aspens. The air was filled with the pineapple aroma of the Jeffery; I could feel autumn against my cheeks. Yet, all of this seemed so much more appreciable because of the company with whom I shared this experience. I never really believed the quote "happiness is only real when shared", but I have never really felt so sanguinely at peace than at that moment. And not having to worry about disturbing this perfection with the snap of a shutter brought me much happiness.

I guess I am not as much of a photographer as I thought I was, but not everything needs to be photographed.