Got out for the first time all week for a dedicated photo hike. It felt good to be outside again, even if the Florida humidity is hovering around 99%. I tried out my new photo vest, and it worked great. I had all my stuff within easy reach and I didn't have to lug around … Continue reading Self-portrait
Best dressed photographer
Despite my best intentions, I took very few photos while on my recent Tennessee vacation. I had high hopes of hundreds of snaps of the blue-grey Smoky Mountains, or white-capped streams, but it wasn't to be. I did get a chance to practice my portraiture skills, but came away with zero photos of my vast extended … Continue reading Best dressed photographer
Sanctuary
Entering the narthex, she easily found him sitting in his usual place in the sanctuary. She would know that thick black hair anywhere. Just long enough to curl at the top of his collar, the temptation to reach out and touch it was sometimes unbearable. She saw him in profile, talking and laughing with the … Continue reading Sanctuary
Dreams of freedom
She woke in utter darkness. It was damp and musty, and she could hear water dripping somewhere. Taking shallow breaths, she tried to be as still as possible. Even though she couldn’t see, that didn’t mean she wasn’t being watched. Listening intently she attempted to discern if she was alone. She slowly began feeling around … Continue reading Dreams of freedom
Flying free
Late in the afternoon at my July 4th family reunion, we joined in a new tradition... a balloon release. Red, white and blue helium balloons, each representing a loved one who has passed away, were loosed, as we said good-byes to grandparents, mothers and fathers, aunts and uncles, sisters, brothers, cousins and friends. It was … Continue reading Flying free
Freedom
Those who expect to reap the blessings of freedom, must, like men, undergo the fatigue of supporting it. ~ Thomas Paine Have a safe and happy Independence Day
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