The Capitol at -20 Degrees

I have been trying to get some photos of the sun rises we have been having. Beautiful shots of bright pink light soften the harsh industrial feel of the St Paul skyline. We've had a number of mornings like that. I have yet to get a good photo though. Timing is of the essence and by the time I find a good spot, the sun rise pink is gone.

I did get this one though, last week, when it was -20 out. The cold thickens the smoke, making it look tangible. The Capitol looms, in a haze, unsure of whether it should open or go to Florida.

It nearly hit 32 today though. That's about when people start wearing shorts and sandals. I've been down to one outer layer the past two days as well! It's a relief!

10 Days until the Convention

I thought I might try blogging every day about the Republican National Convention going on here. There's been so much activity in town, it's actually becoming a bit fun to watch!

Two days ago, the city mowed. I think it's the first time in a couple of years. So woohoo Convention goers, you get short grass!!!! Of course, it's killing my family's allergies. Thank goodness for Benadryl.

In the photo above, you get a nice shot of the Capitol building and the short grass on the left!

From the MN Historical Society page on the Capitol:

On January 2, 1905, thousands of Minnesotans streamed through the richly decorated halls and chambers of their new state Capitol for the first time. The product of nearly 12 years of planning and construction, the Capitol was immediately hailed throughout the country as one of America's grandest and most beautiful public buildings, a reputation that has endured for a hundred years.

Now that the State Fair is starting up today, a lot of the road construction is done as well!!! I am thankful for that!