Castle McCulloch

Looking to travel back in time? My photography friend and I explored the majestic Castle McCulloch in Jamestown, North Carolina. Originally a gold mining mill built in 1832, it then served as a makeshift hospital for soldiers during the Civil War. Now you can enjoy the Castle grounds for a casual stroll, gold panning, public festivals, or even a majestic wedding.

Here's a compilation of shots taken by my friend and I.

The Castle has a legitimate moat. Love the chain "railings" that lead to the ornate doors. I caught this angle...

And, Debu got this one!

 Photographer in action. Cross at your own risk.

What a dedicated photographer! (Debu's shot) 

Lights on the walkway leading to the Crystal Garden Ballroom taken by Debu.

My close up of the light.

Debu looking for his next photo opportunity.

The sun came out to play. Beautiful lighting! Great shot Debu.

Looks warmer than it was!

Debu in action! LOVE this shot.

Wonderful time shooting with Debu and sharing our favorite shots with you! Hope you enjoyed. I would be honored if you became a Follower and provided any feedback.

Cherishing the Little moments through photography
~Katelyn Chapman

Andy's Surprise Birthday

Andy thought he was going to a romantic pre-birthday dinner with Mary... until he showed up and there was a wing dedicated to celebrate him!

Big laughs and smiles were a theme of the night. Everyone definitely enjoyed themselves! Here are some of my favorite shots.

After dinner, we took it to the bowling alley.

Here's to Cherishing the Little memories made!
~Katelyn Chapman

Rainy Days

Rainy days are nature's way of refueling us. They encourage us to enjoy life for the quieter and simpler things...

... Like relaxing and doing absolutely nothing! 

... Getting lost in your favorite novel or movie.

... Or, being somewhat productive and completing errands we've put on hold. 

While we were tackling our growing To Do List, I took a few minutes to CHERISH nature getting refueled.

By cultivating the beautiful we scatter the seeds of heavenly flowers, 

as by doing good we cultivate those that belong to humanity. 

- Robert Heinlein

Thanks for reading my post. Would love your feedback!

Cherishing the Little rainy days

~Katelyn Chapman

Amelia the Bachelorette

DC for Amelia's Bachelorette weekend! Great times and kind of surreal... Amelia was my first college roommate. We met via email, spilling our "likes and dislikes" prior to classes starting (when you could only use Facebook if you had a college email address). We immediately hit it off and shared wonderful memories throughout college. 

It's surreal to see the college girl talks come to fruition, and beyond special to be a part of her love story... We met in DC to celebrate her last times as a Bachelorette.

Putting on her tiara

 Securing the tiara for the DC wind

Ready to have fun

Visiting the monuments

Strike a pose

Soon to be Mrs.

Childhood best friends - sisters

Rochester taking over DC

Each friend represents a world in us, 

a world not born until they arrive, 

and it is only by this meeting that a new world is born.

 - Anais Nin

 Bridal Shower breakfast

Opening gifts... judging by her expression, I think she liked it!

 Beautiful lady!

Shopping

Being a tourist

Love the DC architecture

Friends are the sunshine of life.

-John Hay

 Cheers to Cherishing the Little memories cultivated with loved ones,

~Katelyn Chapman