Monday, November 3, 2014

That PNW outdoor livin'



















Elbe Hills | October 2014

I am by no means a hunter or fisherman, it's just not really my thing. I really appreciate it though, and being married to a man who is passionate about those things, I understand the value in what they do. There's nothing I love more than active hobbies that draw out passion.

While I don't go on these sort of trips with him often, we make time when we can to do these things together, to share in each other's hobbies. I love the outdoors, and hunting is kind of like a good hike for me, so it works pretty well. And walking up river hand in hand, I'm not sure it gets much better. We leave the crowds of the popular fishing spot in search for something quieter. Aaah, he knows me :).

There's something to be said about the art of what goes into hobbies like this. Watching Jeremy perfect tying knots, predicting what bait works best, and throwing out that perfect cast - you can't deny the talent therein. I may not love his weekends away or really early mornings sometimes, but I really don't mind when I know this is what he's doing. It's a total reset from city life. To top it off, I love seeing him really happy too. When he comes home and walks through the door with that wild air clinging to him and mud soaked boots and big smile on his face, that's Pacific Northwest living at its finest.

13 comments:

  1. This is a wonderfully peaceful and beautiful post, dear ! So nice that you two make that time to do things you each like together, but also give each other the space to pursue and enjoy your passions alone too. Loved this, such gorgeous pictures! :)

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  2. I always enjoy your photographs! It's like taking a mini vacation.
    We also like to make an effort to share in each other's hobbies and I think it's important. Seeing someone else in their happy place is the best thing ♥

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    1. Aah, Glady, you made my day! Thanks sweet friend :).

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  3. Those pictures are AMAZING! I love them!! And I loved what you said about "hobbies that draw out passion" because I just took up sewing and it has been an amazing creative outlet that is drawing out all kinds of new passions for me! :)

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    1. Oh I love sewing! I wish I had more patience for it though, it's amazing what you can create though, isn't it?!

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  4. What beautiful photography!!!! I love being out in nature. It calms the soul :) I think it's great that you captured his passion of fishing with your passion for photography. Perfect!
    xox Liz
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    1. I never thought about it like that... his passion through mine, I love that! :)

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  5. Everyday with you is a good day baby...but when we are outdoors it's just a little bit better. I love you and can't wait for our next adventure!

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  6. Gorgeous photos! I hear you about loving whatever gets your best friend excited. The husband and I have varying interests and I could listen to him gush all day about his passions, even if I don't share them entirely.

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    1. Thank you Laura. It's really something, isn't it? :)

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