because i felt inspired to do so.

as i was waking up from a nap, i sat up and turned on my little desk lamp.

i loved the mood from the light, so i wanted to capture it. i didn't have a camera right there in bed with me . . . so i used my camera phone.

i must say, i'm quite impressed with the quality of this picture, considering it was a camera phone AND dim lighting.

i should probably clean off my nightstand, eh?

so, i'm thinking of starting a little photography challenge. anyone who is interested in taking pictures, challenges, or just wants to participate for fun, here it is:

maddie's first photo challenge!

i am going to challenge myself, and you (if you're interested) in taking 5 pictures this week. and i want them all to be pictures of your top 5 favorite trees in your neighborhood.

i have already photographed my top two, and by next monday, i will try to have my 5!

this project will get you (and me) out and about, taking pictures, and taking notice of your neighborhood. i will try to do monthly (maybe even weekly) photo challenges to keep the ball rolling.

who's with me?