Cowboys and Indians

So it was my little sister's birthday this past week and we threw her a cowboys and indians party. We did a photo shoot in their cute costumes, had cowboys and indians cupcakes, made macrame indian bracelets, and watched Back to the Future 3 (the wild west one). I think she really liked it and now I can't wait to plan next years party (it will be her sweet 16!!). Here are some of the pics I took enjoy!!!

I Heart Braids

So not too long ago I had a hair tragedy. Ok so that is a little dramatic but, I did have to cut alot of it off. I naturally have very curly hair (think Shirley Temple, but frizzier...) and I always used to straighten it because I hated it. I guess it was the, "Want what you don't have syndrome." Anyway this last year I had been straigtening it on the highest setting on my straightener which fried it and made my curl disappear forever (well, until it grows out again)! You would think this would make me happy, buttttt it was not beautifully straight hair, it was half curly on top straight on the bottom hair which was NOT attractive. So, in order to bring back the curls I had previously not appreciated I got my hair cut into a short bob. I am letting it all grow out again and if I do want the straight look I use the blow dryer and my straightener on a LOW setting. That long story was to say why I am so in love with the following hairstyle and can not wait until I can wear it again!! I absolutely love braids! Right now i can only do small little ones to hold the front of my hair back but hopefully soon I can do the pretty long ones again!!

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My Anthropologie Wish List

Nikon or Canon?

Ok so the age old question Nikon or Canon?? It is almost like picking your political party, Republican or Democrat. I guess that would make Sony the Independent party... No one agrees and the arguments go on forever, but I don't care! I need to pick one so I want to hear some opinions. I have a Nikon right now (D40) which I like just fine but I would really like to get a more professional camera. My predicament is a lot of the photographers I admire use Canons, which I know doesn't mean much cause it's all about the operator, but still you know what I mean. On the other hand Nikon seems to have a more clear focused picture while the Canons seem to get a little grainy. Is this just me?? I don't know. Tell me what you think...

Canon 5D

This was taken with a 5D by Laura Taylor who's photostream I love!

Nikon D700

This was taken with a D700 and is from Cencula's photostream which I just found.

Want It: My Dream Boots

So I have been trying to find the perfect pair of boots foreverrrr. I have a vintage pair I got off Ebay that I love but they are falling apart because I wear them so much. Because I live in boots I have decided that it is time to suck it up and by an expensive high quality pair that will last. I love Frye boots and know they have a great reputation and will last me. The only problem is a lot of their boots are more western than I like. Don't get me wrong I love cowboy boots, but I already have two pairs of those, I want a more classic riding boot. Soooo when I found these I fell in love!! The only problem is the price tag! I don't really want to go more than $300. So hopefully these will go on sale (yeah right!) or I will break down and buy them one day...

Frye Shirley Riding Boot

My Favorite Flickr

I found Joy Newell's Flickr when I was about 18. I actually found her myspace first, yessss way back when Myspace was cool. I thought her photos were beautiful and loved how clear yet vintage they felt. I was shocked when I found out she was only 14. She is much older now but even back then her photographic capabilities where way beyond her years. She is also a very sweet girl. My little sister has emailed her questions about photography and cameras and she always gets back to her and truly tries to help her out. I think it is great that such a talented girl has stayed grounded in herself and even her faith. She is sure to go far and I can't wait to see what she will come up with next!! Here are some of her photos...

And today I leave you with my favorite Radiohead song and most amazing video ever...