Colorful lights illuminate tall pine trees.

The Year Of Fun

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As promised, I’m going to backtrack a bit and share some of last year’s adventures.

I said “YES!” to every opportunity and ended up traveling much more than I’d expected to. I got burned-out from it all, but it was well worth it. And after getting some serious rest after the holidays, I’m feeling fulfilled and motivated – a great way to start 2024!

Here’s a quick tour of some of the new things I explored in 2023:

A sunken hiking trail beneath tall trees.
A surreal section of Old Military Road or “The Trail Of Tears” at Village Creek State Park, Arkansas.
Sandy hills and hiking trails among tall trees.
Sandy hiking trails at Warren Dunes State Park, Michigan.
The sandy beach of Lake Michigan with seagulls.
Lake Michigan at Warren Dunes State Park.
Thousands of people stand near a giant stage.
Huge crowds at Electric Forest in Michigan.
Lights in pine trees.
The beautiful, art-filled forest.
A stage among tall pine trees.
New music, performed among the trees.
A group of friends in matching mushroom hats.
A wonderful group of adventurous friends.
Hot air balloons rise above a stage.
Breathtaking art at an enormous scale.
Colorful paintings on the walls of buildings.
Colorful street art around Richmond, Virginia.
An American flag flies above blooming flowers and a green golf course.
A slower pace of life in Southern Pines, North Carolina.
A wooden, mushroom-shaped structure near a lake.
A giant mushroom at Lakes Of Fire in Michigan.
Colorful lights illuminate pine trees and a dance floor under a tent.
Illuminated dance floors.
Cube-shaped and circular floating docks with swimmers trying to climb on.
Unusual water floats that were more challenging than relaxing.
A couple sit under a flaming metal ring with metal flaming palm trees on either side.
Unforgettable metal sculptures.
Tree covered hills lead to old brick buildings decorated with colorful murals.
The charm of Cincinnati, Ohio.
Rebar-covered structures and old airplanes create a bizarre structure in front of an old industrial building.
Ridiculous, climbable art at City Museum in St Louis.
Rolling, tree-covered hills.
Untouched wilderness in the Ozarks.
Tall stone buildings lit by red and green lights.
Slightly-spooky old buildings in Eureka Springs, Arkansas.
A large barn decorated for a wedding.
A beautiful wedding in Vermont.
Colorful lamps light up a dance floor filled with people.
Funky, freaky, wonderful dancing at the Light Club Lamp Shop in Burlington, Vermont.
Lights from carnival games and rides light up the night sky.
Rides and games as far as the eye can see at Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany.
Cara with a large pretzel and beers.
Giant pretzels and huge beers.
A large painted man in lederhosen decorates a game booth.
Silly games.
Colorful lights and paintings decorate buildings at night.
Nightlife in Berlin, Germany.

So, it was a jam-packed year and I’m relishing these chill, post-holiday days when I can finally take stock of it all and make my plans for this year.

I’m excited about the eclipse in April and getting to spend time with my family. I’m excited about my artwork and getting back on a routine in the studio. I’m excited about the friends I made and the inspiring things I’ve seen. But mostly, right now, I’m excited to be home and have time to relax.

Here’s to a restful, relaxing, and peaceful new year for us all!

One thought on “The Year Of Fun”

  1. Beautiful photos Cara! What a year! I am excited to see what excitement you stir up in the new year!

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