Tag Archives: #Sunday Stills Challenge

Meandering along this path we call Life ….

Well, it’s already been a year since I retired. There was no fanfare on that final day, certainly no gold watch … no handshake either, just a “thanks for everything” e-mail from my boss of almost 25 years (2000 – … Continue reading

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When the expression “It’s No Walk in the Park” …

… sadly becomes a reality. How many times have you used the expression “it’s no walk in the park?” I know I have used it plenty of times through the years, whenever I mention something is not as easy or … Continue reading

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Sometimes Seasons Collide …

… and they sound like ice cubes clinking against each other in a glass. We were on the cusp of Spring when I had this mid-day, mini-meander at Dingell Park ten days ago. It was gorgeous weather, sunny and bright, … Continue reading

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“Despite the forecast …

… live like it’s Spring” ~ Lilly Pulitzer I need an oversized broom as I am in a hurry to whisk February away and welcome in March. This is the time of year I begin to dream of long and … Continue reading

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February made me shiver …

… with every footstep I did quiver. Bad ice on the doorstep, I couldn’t take one more step. Well, you “get” it, especially those of you that have been dealing with multiple snow/ice storms.  Here in Southeast Michigan, round after … Continue reading

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My Park Pals (a/k/a “The Peanut-eating Paesanos”).

I refer to myself as a lucky photographer because I often show up in the right place at the right time.  However, the photos herein were NOT happenstance on that day.  Nope, I created the scene by lavishing mixed nuts, … Continue reading

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The long and winding road.

Today’s post will be a mash-up of three walkers with one purpose – all were striding and striving for one goal. First, I’ll introduce you to fellow blogger Zena Cooper, who lives across the pond from me … … in … Continue reading

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Rambling along the River’s Edge … and beyond.

Change is abundant wherever I wander these days and, while I will concede it ain’t always pretty, the events have provided me fodder for multiple blog posts. Michiganders joke that orange construction barrels should be declared our state flower and … Continue reading

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Blame it on the Bossa Nova … and Terri.

You’re scratching your head over the title – I’ll explain that later, so bear with me, okay? This week’s Photo Challenge is “Plant Life in the Great Outdoors” and in Michigan, by mid-June it is easy to find some pretty … Continue reading

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Dad’s Day 2024.

It’s a day to fete our fathers. I think most of you know why there are scant references to my father in this forum, so suffice it to say that to me, Father’s Day is a grim reminder of days … Continue reading

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