Gadolinium

I could use the excuse that I've been busy (because 5 a.m. wake-ups really put you down for the count), but the fact of the matter is, I've just been lazy. Here are some pictures from home that I should have uploaded eons ago aka less than a week ago, but who's counting?

Sunset on the Loj Road.

There is quite the story that goes along with this rose bush about the Momma's brown thumb, but nevertheless, it gets beautiful blooms.

I wish this could have been bigger, because trust me, it's my favorite from home right now.

Do you see the rainbow? Because I totally pulled off the road and balanced on the guard rail like a fool to take this picture, so you better think the rainbow was worth it.

Brodie's "adopted" collar. So cute.

Brandy, the world's loudest and most persistent dog.

Nothing better than s'mores with JUMBO sized marshmallows.

Common Occurrences: If you've ever had an MRI, gadolinium is the main contrast agent (read: allows the images to have clear definition).

Fun Fact: Gadolinium has a "Curie point" at 66 degrees Fahrenheit. What that means is that at temperatures below 66, gadolinium will be attracted to a magnet, but at temperatures above 66, it is no longer magnetic. Cool, right?