The Wait...

Earlier this evening, my DH mentioned that the hummingbirds were playing near the feeder. I grabbed my camera and headed outside...to wait on the front porch. I waited along with the biting mosquitoes. After a few minutes, I noticed something was fluttering around very quickly. I was able to capture a few shots as the sun was setting:



There were two of them playing around and chasing each other. I was able to capture one of them. Thirsty little buggers, aren't they?



This was worth getting mosquito bitten. Tomorrow, I will be ready along with some sunshine, tripod, and mosquito repellent.

Happy Shooting!

A Trip to Chicago and The Global Leadership Summit

Last week, my hubby and I headed to Chicago for The Global Leadership Summit at Willow Creek. We attended the Summit last year and enjoyed it immensely. We knew we were in for a treat this year. We heard from Bill Hybels, Jim Collins, Christine Caine, Tony Dungy, Adam Hamilton, Dr Peter Zhao Xiao, Andy Stanley, Jeff Manion, Terri Kelly, Daniel Pink, Blake Mycoskie, Jack Welch, and TD Jakes. It was an awesome experience to hear from both Christian and Business leaders.


Opening the sessions with Nancy (S90)

There were over 7000 attendees (S90)


Bill Hybels (D5000)


Blake Mycoskie, owner of TOMS Shoes (D5000)


After the conference was over, we headed to downtown Chicago to do some exploring.


Downtown Chicago Riverfront - taken from car (D5000 w/18-200mm lens set to Active mode)


Downtown Chicago - taken from the car (D5000 w/18-200mm lens set to Active mode


On the Lake (D5000)


A feathered friend on the Lake (D5000)



We ate some wonderful food at Bahama Breeze (Schaumburg) and the Lucky Monk (Hoffman Estates):


Margherita pizza @ Lucky Monk (S90)


Portabello mushroom sandwich with Cuban bread @ Bahama Breeze (S90)


Tilapia with mango sauce @ Bahama Breeze (S90)

We had a wonderful time in Chicago and looking forward to another visit soon.

Note: All pictures were taken without flash.