Six and a Half Days is the writing, photography, and visual work of Curtis Kessler, exploring faith, life, and the beauty of the world around us.

Through reflective writing and photography, this space considers what it means to walk with God in everyday life — not by rushing for answers, but by learning to notice what is already in front of us.

Latest Writing:

Spring has a way of reminding us—
new beginnings are always possible.

From childhood summers to life’s bigger transitions, every season brings change.

But we don’t have to wait for a big moment.
Sometimes a new beginning starts with a simple decision to move forward.

Read: “New Beginnings: Spring, Graduation, and Starting Again”
April 15, 2026

Spring in Texas.

A few highlights from the last few weeks, with more to come.

This time of year, it’s hard to choose between the coast and the backroads—but either way, there’s always something worth chasing with a camera.

Read: “Wildlife and Wildflowers: Spring Photography on the Texas Gulf Coast”
April 12, 2026