2021-07-17

So it rained a lot this week… 📷

A round, above-ground kiddie pool filled with water is set on a concrete patio in a backyard.

2021-07-10

Washington! 📷

A woman wearing sunglasses and hiking attire is sitting on rocky terrain with a scenic backdrop of snow-capped mountains and a partly cloudy sky. Tall trees with dense foliage are seen in a forest, with sunlight filtering through the branches. A small waterfall cascades over moss-covered rocks surrounded by lush green foliage. A smiling man wearing a light-colored t-shirt and backpack stands in front of a scenic mountain landscape with dense green trees and a clear blue sky. A dirt trail winds through a grassy, mountainous landscape with scattered evergreen trees under a partly cloudy sky. A smiling couple wearing jackets is taking a selfie on a beach with cloudy skies in the background. A bear stands on a wooden plank elevated by rocks within a forested enclosure surrounded by fencing. Two people are standing barefoot in shallow, clear water with one person wearing rolled-up jeans and the other wearing shorts. A marina filled with various boats is shown under a cloudy sky, with colorful kayaks and paddleboards stored on racks near the dock. Two deer are standing on a grassy area near a paved path with two people walking further uphill in a forested setting.

2021-07-05

I got this decal off Etsy to put on the back of my iPad Pro, and I 🧡 it!! 📷

A tablet with a black case featuring a vintage rainbow-colored Apple logo is placed on a desk with a white pen on top.

2021-06-24

Impromptu buddy time. 📷

Two smiling men are posing together indoors, one wearing a striped orange and gray shirt and the other wearing glasses, a cap, and a gray and black jacket.

2021-06-20

Another beautiful wedding for a beautiful couple. 📷

A couple dressed in wedding attire is sharing a kiss in a beautifully lit room with wooden walls, large windows, and elegant draped curtains. A bride in a white wedding dress is smiling and posing with four men dressed in formal attire, including dress shirts, ties, and a vest, under string lights in a warmly decorated indoor venue. People dressed in formal attire, including a woman in a wedding gown and a man in a vest and bow tie, are dancing at what appears to be a wedding reception. A large group of people is gathered in a warmly lit banquet hall decorated with string lights, attentively listening to a speaker at the front. A serene lakeside view at sunset with a grassy lawn, a tree on the right, and a white pergola on the left.

2021-05-22

Wedding weekend! 📷

Five friends are smiling and posing together in front of a waterfall and rocky landscape. A smiling couple stands close together outdoors in front of a white fence and green trees, with the man wearing a pink shirt and the woman in a black top and blue skirt. A smiling couple wearing sunglasses poses for a selfie near a beach with a cloudy sky in the background. A person with blonde hair and sunglasses is lying on the sandy beach near the water, under a partly cloudy sky. A rocky shoreline leads to a concrete pier extending into the water with a small lighthouse at the far end and two open metal gates along the pier. A waterfall cascades over rocky terrain surrounded by evergreen trees under a cloudy sky.

2021-05-22

Bear hug! 📷

Two bears appear to be playfully hugging or wrestling on a rock surrounded by water in a naturalistic enclosure.

2021-05-22

Birthday girl! 📷

A woman cheerfully feeds a baby sitting in a high chair outdoors, while a child wearing gloves watches from the grass nearby, surrounded by colorful rainbow balloons and toys. A woman and a baby are sitting on a blanket outdoors, with the baby holding a wrapped present while a young child sits in the foreground.

2021-05-22

Outer Banks! 📷

A smiling couple poses for a selfie near a wooden boardwalk surrounded by greenery under a cloudy sky. Four people wearing jackets and hoods are smiling and posing for a selfie on a windy beach with overcast skies. A group of six people wearing face masks are posing for a photo outside near a building with gray siding and red pillars. A large, multi-level wooden house with extensive balconies and exterior staircases stands at the end of a wooden walkway on a grassy lawn. A wooden walkway extends through marshy grasslands toward a calm body of water with a long bridge in the distance under a cloudy sky during sunset.

2021-05-09

Thank you to all the wonderful friends and coworkers who made this a fun home! You are the best! 📷

A wooden plaque engraved with the text Firelands Scout Reservation, recognizing Jarrod Blundy as Reservation Director from 2016 to 2021, affiliated with the Lake Erie Council.

2021-01-26

Finally found a good spot for my sticker collection! 📷

A laptop covered in various stickers is placed underneath a Dell monitor, with a wireless charging pad, stylus pen on a cork holder, and a container holding pens positioned on top and around it.

2021-01-10

Huzzah! I hit my daily Move goal for the 1,000th time! #CloseYourRings 📷

A gold and purple circular design resembling overlapping circles is displayed above the date January 10, 2021 on a black background.

2021-01-08

Momentum is a heck of a thing – both for activity and inactivity. Working to keep this streak going! 📷

A calendar for December 2020 and early January 2021 shows daily activity rings from a fitness tracking app, with most days fully completed and marked with green dots.

2021-01-08

To kick off 2021, I earned this award by closing all three rings for seven days in a row. #AppleWatch #CloseYourRings #2021 📷

A colorful geometric badge with the date January 7, 2021, displayed below it.

2020-12-26

Merry Christmas! 📷

A cozy living room is decorated for Christmas with a lit tree, wrapped presents, a TV screen, and a person sitting on a couch near a fireplace. A decorated Christmas tree with lights and ornaments sits in a cozy living room surrounded by wrapped presents, with shelves, artwork, and a kitchen counter visible in the background. A snow-covered landscape featuring a small evergreen tree in the foreground and leafless trees in the background under an overcast sky. A golden retriever wearing a red bandana is lying on a dark-colored couch next to a bone and a plaid blanket. A smiling couple poses together in front of a decorated Christmas tree with colorful lights and ornaments.

2020-12-26

Getting back on that horse! I earned this December Challenge award by doing nine 15+ min workouts! Thanks @applefitnessplus #closeyourrings 📷

A hexagonal emblem featuring the number 12 in red and the numbers 2020 in gray is displayed above the date December 31, 2020.

2020-12-01

Happy Thanksgiving! 📷

A variety of home-cooked dishes including a baked casserole, roasted ham, stuffing, and a cheesy rice or potato dish are placed on a stovetop. A blue plate contains stuffing, a slice of roasted sweet potato, scalloped potatoes, and a cheesy broccoli casserole, with a butter knife resting on the plate. A tall, unadorned Christmas tree stands in a corner of a living room near a bookshelf and an open kitchen counter. A hand is holding a Marauder's Map themed mug filled with a hot beverage in a cozy living room decorated with a Christmas tree and warm lights. A person is kneeling and reaching under a Christmas tree while a golden retriever watches nearby.

2020-06-06

Our own tides. 📷

The quote by Pierce Brown from Golden Son reflects on the internal emotional fluctuations that individuals experience, suggesting they are beyond personal control.

2020-04-28

I’ll be doing the @boyscoutsofamerica National Good Turn Virtual 5K this weekend! I think I’ve done more 5Ks during the pandemic than any other time in my life. Hope you’ll join me. #CampIn #GoodTurn5K #ScoutingAtHome 📷

A National Camp-In Virtual 5K bib for the Boy Scouts of America event held on May 2, 2020, features the handwritten unit number FSR 2020 and the Feeding America logo.

2020-04-13

Happy Easter! 📷

A pot of steaming carrots, a baking dish with a golden-browned casserole, and a plate of green vegetables in creamy sauce are placed on a stovetop set to 380°F. A person is adjusting or hanging colorful paintings on a beige wall in a room with a small shelf and a green curtain. A person is crouched down looking inside an open bathroom cabinet while a golden retriever stands nearby. A plate holds a serving of glazed ham, baby carrots, green beans with bacon pieces, and biscuits covered in white gravy, with a fork and knife on the side. A man and a woman are smiling in a kitchen with a golden retriever lying on the floor between them.

2020-04-03

A huge thank you from the bottom of my heart to all those who have been putting in the work to help keep our healthcare workers and first responders in the pandemic safe. Your efforts to source and make masks and other gear have been astounding, and you’re bringing peace of mind to many families like ours.

If you want to help, consider donating to our friends and family working in Michigan: is.gd/U0TLjf Or friends working in the Cleveland area: is.gd/uDqocL 📷

A table contains a priority mail package, a box of Stanley disposable respirators, individual N95 masks, and three glass candle holders with white candles.

2020-04-02

As a #ThrowbackThursday and #CampSpritWeek crossover for Honors Day, here’s a picture of me and my good friend @tyty.barker back in 2008, earning Arrowman and Honor Arrowman of the Year! Being a member of the OA has been one of the highlights of my scouting career! #CampFromHomeLEC 📷

Two boys in scout uniforms are holding certificates recognizing them as Arrowman of the Year.

2020-04-01

Scout bottles. 📷

A green Ireland Scout Reserve water bottle with a metal cap sits on a kitchen countertop next to a toaster and wooden decoration. A black water bottle with a white lid and a Firelands Scout Reservation sticker is placed on a granite countertop with a jar of peanut butter and a bag of dog treats in the background. An orange water bottle with a FSR Firelands Scout Reservation sticker is placed on a granite countertop.

2020-03-31

Fun socks. 📷

A foot wearing a sock with a design resembling a mountain landscape, featuring blue, white, and black colors, rests on a plaid blanket. A golden retriever puppy is resting its head on a person's foot wearing a black sock with a Jurassic Park logo. A foot is wearing a green sock designed with a Frankenstein monster face and stitches, resting on a plaid blanket. A foot wearing a blue striped sock with a cartoon face featuring big eyes and teeth is resting on a plaid blanket. A foot is wearing a black sock decorated with colorful planets and space-themed designs while resting on a plaid blanket. A person's leg is shown wearing a black sock with white and red geometric patterns, resting on a bed covered with a plaid blanket. A leg wearing a black and gray striped sock with turquoise accents is resting on a plaid blanket. A foot wearing a black sock with orange pumpkin patterns and green accents is resting on a plaid blanket.

2020-03-30

Scout shirts. 📷

A man wearing a black t-shirt is taking a selfie indoors with a golden retriever dog in the background. A row of folded t-shirts in various colors is neatly arranged on a bed. A man wearing a black t-shirt with a yellow chain design and a baseball cap is smiling while standing in a kitchen.