Since I've been so vocal over the past week or so about my love for my new camera, I thought I'd take a moment to profess my adoration for my late father's old cameras. This past Sunday (February 28th) I decided to tackle the ever growing pile of stuff next to my computer desk. Naturally,... Continue Reading →
MM – Picture day, sky
Since today is Memorial Day here in the States, before I get to my sky pictures, I wanted to take a moment to share what I posted on Facebook - My father and grandfather came home. My thoughts and prayers today for those who did not. Now, before my last National Photography Month post, once... Continue Reading →
MM – Picture day, Dad
Today would have been my father's eighty-eighth birthday, had we not lost him in 2001 to the horrific disease that is Alzheimer's. In my attempts to organize the many boxes of family photos, I've discovered some of his old black and white snaps. Unfortunately, I don't have any information about the pictures, other than what... Continue Reading →
MM – Mixed emotions
I have a major case of mixed emotions. December and the accompanying holiday season has been a time of joy and sadness for me since 2001. That year, within a two week span, I lost my maternal grandmother and my father. Some years it hits me hard, and it's a struggle to maintain a cheerful... Continue Reading →
Thank you veterans
Thank you veterans. To all those who have served, and all those who currently serve. The back of this picture says, "Boat leave. September 1945"I miss you, Dad. Be sure to check out "8 Ways to Express Appreciation on Veterans Day" from Military.com to see suggestions for how you can say, Thank you veterans. Like... Continue Reading →