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:
Rules may tell us what not to do.
Standards remind us who we want to be.
Too often I focus on tasks, checklists, and getting through the day. But Scripture calls us to something higher—to live in a way that honors God in everything we do.
What standards guide your life?
Read: “The Standards We Live By”
April 22, 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