The week before the world shut down in 2020, my friends and I took a trip to Las Vegas to celebrate the next decade in Angela’s life. After the bright lights and spectacle of the strip, we snuck off to Red Rock Canyon for some down-to-earth outdoor adventuring.
The weather had other plans. It was cold, rainy, and we all bought matching windbreakers from the gift shop because no one had packed appropriately for this type of weather. Once the rain let up, we were able trek on.
Considering the weather, I’m ecstatic these portraits came out so well! Our hike was limited, but the natural beauty of Red Rock Canyon led to an incredible experience. While we didn’t always know where we were going, the rain left the mountains soft, misty, and magical. The landscape was beautiful. We were together.
I live in Texas. They live in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, etc. We didn’t know it at the time, but this Vegas trip was our last opportunity to connect in-person for a very, very long time. Video chats (while better than nothing!) just aren’t the same. However, this trip was filled with so much laughter, friendship, and good feelings to keep me going during the very difficult changes to come.
Ladies! I miss you! Hears to traveling together soon!
Angela: The Birthday Woman!
