7.1.25Planning ProcessI am building something for someone outside my home. As such, I am taking measures to really plan this one out properly by rendering it in CAD software. The build is simple, but I’d rather have something fully designed on paper before I get into it.

7.2.25Freedom Center Exhibit PhotosI like that I’ve seemingly succeeded in becoming a go-to for exhibit photography for the local museums. Between the Art Museum, Taft, CMC, and Freedom Center, I’ve been fortunate to capture exhibits over the years whenever there’s a need.Today, I photographed the Freedom Center’s new traveling exhibit, Faith & (in)Justice, as well as In This Place.

7.3.25Our Disgusting GovernmentThere’s no reality in which I support this administration, its policies, or the people in governmental positions helping to make life worse for so many in favor of the rich few. I used to have hope for the future; that optimism is gone.

7.4.25Setting SunWe went out to the farm to celebrate Vince’s 40th birthday. He threw a big party with a band, catered food, and launched fireworks for about 50+ people. We set up a tent in the shade of the edge of the woods and camped over night. It was hot until the sun went down, but the portable fan I brought with me took the edge off. Honestly, I thought it would be a more uncomfortable day, but it was quite pleasant.While everyone else also celebrated the birth of our country, I couldn’t help but feel like everyone was missing the point. There’s no reason to celebrate this place right now. The behavior of our government is nothing to be proud of, and I’m embarrassed to call myself American at the moment.

7.5.25Setting SunThe building next to Allie and Travis’ place looks beautiful in evening light.