21-FEB-2007
Sepia Moon
... and I don't know why, but it did take almost 10 seconds of exposure as determined by the camera software and sensors.
17-FEB-2007
Hope
In the midst of a very cold winter, on a very gloomy and inhospitable day, I saw a church steeple silhouetted against the sky. A hole in the sky seemed to open and the warmth and brightness of the sun shone through. In that moment I saw hope for the future peek down and lay its promise at the feet of the world. Hope is always there, just beyond the clouds. Let's not forget it.
17-FEB-2007
The Foundations of Canada
During a recent trip to Canada I came across a monument to the foundartions of the nation. The Inuit, the buffalo, the deer/elk/reindeer, the eagle, all depicted on a single podium of honor. This picture, taken from he back of the mounment, against the modern-day building gives a contrast of where Canada started and where she is today. The eagle is flying upward, ever upward. Surely Canada's future will be bright if she builds on her heritage and follows the eagle -- onward and upward. (g)
07-FEB-2007
Winter Sculpture 1
After the early winter months being warmer than normal, February brought more typical weather to the Ohio Valley along with the requisite snow. Our first really big snowfall of the year (5 to 6 inches) brought these images to my front deck. The sculpturing of the snow on the deck and railing displayed the peace and beauty of the moment, while just a short distance away, angry and frustrated drivers fought to get to their destination while snowplows and tons of salt did battle with the elements that I found so beautiful. C’est la vie.
Winter Moon
During a recent trip, I saw the onset of winter approaching, fortold by the first "Winter Moon" of the season. Cold, damp, windy, freezing, all depicted as the lunar candle shone through the gathering snow clouds.
10-NOV-2006
Confused Crocuses
During a mid-November trip to Williamsburg, Virginia, I was treated to two days of spectacular weather. Temperatures in the 70s and a clear, blue sky with just a few wispy clouds overhead made Indian summer a reality. As I walked the historic area, admiring the colonial homes and buildings, I looked down to see some apparently confused crocuses. Normally blooming in early spring (often through the snow), these beautiful heralds-of-spring decided to enjoy the nice November weather with me and the myriad of other visitors to Williamsburg. Confused blooms? Perhaps, but a beautiful sight nonetheless.
In addition to sharing these flowers with you, I also invite you to view the two galleries of photographs taken during my visit, "A Walking Tour of Colonial Williamsburg," and "The Signs & Symbols of Colonial Williamsburg." I hope you enjoy them all.
20-OCT-2006
George Washington Masonic National Memorial
While attending a recent business meeting in Alexandria, VA, I looked out of the 6th floor conference room window at the local scenery, dominated by the George Washington Masonic National Memorial. Following a chilly, misty morning, supplied by the nearby Potomac River, I was surprised to see the weather had cleared, replacing the mist with sun and fluffy clouds. Shooting through the (thankfully) clean window, I captured this picture.
The monument was constructed from private funds and dedicated on 12th May 1932. The Memorial, with its 333 foot tower, is situated on top of historic Shooters Hill, and is open to the public daily free of charge.
08-OCT-2006
Sun Off The Ohio
The Tall Stacks Festival is now gone, not to return for three years. There were two pictures I took during the celebration that I thought were worth sharing, but they did not have any references to the riverboats other than there were taken during the Festival. Now that the boats have gone, I am posting these, I hope you enjoy the Sun Off The Ohio and ....
08-OCT-2006
The Purple People Bridge
... The Purple People Bridge. The bridge is a Cincinnati landmark and was decommissioned as a train and traffic bridge sevral years ago. It was painted purple and became a major pedestrian link between Cincinnati and Newport, KY.
If you haven't visited my Tall Stacks site yet, please do so, both the 2006 and the 2003 offerings. In 2003, you will see almost the same picture, but with the world-famous Delta Queen passing under the bridge.