Memories of Dad, one year on.

It's so hard to believe that my dad's been gone a year today.  Time has elapsed since that fateful day, but this fleeting time has not been easy, there's so much left undone and much relating to that day still needs a resolution.  I have scattered around me many photos, many memories, but I'd rather …

Beautiful Kingfisher

Nancy, you’ve put up a challenge I can’t resist today: “Birds.” Since you’ve posted a hummingbird shot, I won’t. Instead, I’ll share a photo of a belted kingfisher that I took several years ago. On my way back from watching some fishing birds, egrets and herons, I happened to look up. There at the end […] …

There should be outrage – why isn’t there any outrage for this fallen officer?

On July 5, 2017, New York City Police Department Officer Miosotis Familia was fatally shot while sitting in her patrol car. The next day, NYPD Commissioner James O’Neill described the incident as an “unprovoked attack on cops.” Thousands attended Familia’s funeral on July 11, where O’Neill gave the following remarks. Good morning, everybody. [NYPD Chaplain… via …

Tree Swallow — Through Open Lens

F/10.0, 1/400, ISO 250. Tree Swallow What did one wall say to the other wall? Meet you at the corner! Interesting Fact: Tree Swallows are highly social, forming large migratory and wintering flocks; and pairs often nest close together, particularly where nest boxes are numerous. Agile fliers, Tree Swallows tend to glide more than any […] …