Gulf to Pacific Race 2013 Photographer

During the last week I followed the Gulf to Pacific Race 2013 (Carrera del Golfo al Pacifico). This race started in Veracruz Mexico and continued for 1,000 km to Acapulco, Guerrero, Mexico.

Carrera del Golfo al Pacifico 2013 - Gulf to Pacific Rally

For a rally photographer it is a challenge but also a rewarding experience to follow the cars as they travel at fast speeds through mountains, valleys, towns.

Carrera del Golfo al Pacifico 2013 - Gulf to Pacific Rally

An exciting stage during the rally was the speed stage at the International “Miguel Abed” Racetrack in Amozoc, Puebla.

Carrera del Golfo al Pacifico 2013 - Gulf to Pacific Rally

If you would like to read more and look at some photos about the Gulf to Pacific Race 2013 visit Motors and Racing.

Losar 2140 – New Tibetan Year

Hapy New Tibetan Year 2140

Losar is New Year in Tibetan. It is the largest festival of the year. This is year 2140 according to the Lunar calendar. And in the Chines hotoroscope it is the year of the Water Snake.

Tibetan Prayer Flags

On Losar, Tibetans start their day by taking a bath and wearing new clothes. Then they worship the Gods and make tormas (offerings), then they visit the Monasteries and make offerings.

Buddhist Tormas or Offerings

Happy Losar to everyone!

Text, and photographs are © Copyright Malu Couttolenc and  are not in the public domain. They may not be used on websites, blogs, or in other media without advance permission from Malu Couttolenc.

Music: The food of my soul

Music food of my soul

“Just One Note” © Copyright Malu Couttolenc – All Rights Reserved.

Music is a very important part in my everyday life; it is the food of my soul. I listen to music all day long and enjoy playing guitar.
Which is my favorite? All kinds! It just depends on the moment and mood.

Listening to the sax makes me feel relaxed. I don’t play it but wish I could, so I just enjoy listening to some fantastic sax players like David Sanborn, Kenny G, Dave Koz, Gerald Albright and others.

Why is music the food of my soul? Well… because it lifts up my spirit when I’m feeling sad; brings back memories and certain songs remind me of places and people. I sing when I’m happy and at times when I am sad as well. I can’t imagine life without music.

This image is called “Just One Note” and it was taken to honour all those talented saxophone players.

At Squidoo I wrote an article called “Music Food of Our Soul“, there you can read more about my love for music.

What is your favorite music?

Text, and photographs are © Copyright Malu Couttolenc and  are not in the public domain. They may not be used on websites, blogs, or in other media without advance permission from Malu Couttolenc.