Why I do photo challenges

You know what I like about participating in an on line photo challenge?  I like the order (after all I am a self professed organizational nut).  I like the prompts (someone demanding something I haven't thought about).  I like art (seeing things differently - or seeing something I would have passed by normally). I like the thought process.  I look at the challenge list almost every day and start thinking what and how I can capture something in a photograph that I am willing to share with the world.  I also like seeing the point of views and interpretations of people all around the globe.  I've even enjoyed learning about their geography and customs. Then the best part is the memories or speculations the process sparks, giving me things I'd like to blog about.  Yes, it's a good thing.

"Not listening"

I've amassed quite a collection of pins over the years.  My favorites are the ones that express my mood for the day with a quick glance.   I've lost a few too.  I am forever leaving them attached to the jacket or shirt I wore and after they go through the laundry, they aren't always wearable again!

Today I wore one of my favorites "Not listening".  People always notice it and usually stop mid sentence (especially if they are whining or complaining) look at it and smile before walking away.

Some other pins I wore this week left on top of my jewelry chest.

Did I mention, I have amassed quite a few pins over the years?