Posted on June 19, 2010 in Animals, Pet Photography
This is my kitty Tara. She’s 16 and in January had a cancerous tumor removed from her side. Unfortunately, the lump has returned. I’m unsure about another surgery, but am keeping a close eye on the lump to see if it becomes larger. My dad adopted Tara when he was diagnosed with cancer so it’s very upsetting to know that she has the same illness. Dad adored Tara and right before he went to the hospital, he asked to see “his girl” one last time. She’s been living with me ever since and is a sweetheart and a real couch potato. I love her to pieces!
Posted on June 18, 2010 in Miscellaneous
Last week I wandered around my neighborhood with my camera and a single lens….the Canon 135mm f/2.8. When I got to the beach I saw some children building a sandcastle. Nearby was this pair of pink flip flops. This scene just says “summer” to me. The evening sun was casting a glow on the sand that highlighted the flip flops and I love the pink color. When I returned after my walk, the children as well as the flip flops were gone. I guess I arrived at just the right time to catch this shot.
Posted on June 16, 2010 in Animals, Pet Photography
Who doesn’t love kittens? They are playful, mischievious, funny, daring, and just plain adorable! This little one was on hand at the Civil War reenactment and was being held by his “mom” who was one of the reenactors. He was getting lots of attention from the kids [and maybe one photographer!!] in the crowd.
Posted on June 15, 2010 in People
For as long as I stood chatting with one of the guides at the reenactment on Saturday, this woman sat motionless. There was a “battle” going on nearby with gunfire and she didn’t even flinch. I found the entire situation to be quite interesting. It was early afternoon and very warm and humid. Perhaps she was resting beneath the tree and hoping for a cool breeze. I asked the guide how the reenactors endured in their heavy costumes in such warm weather. He said that people today are wimps compared to our ancestors who had no fans or air conditioning. He’s right! We are so spoiled today. I’ll try and remember this next time I start to whine about the heat and humidity….
Posted on June 14, 2010 in Animals, People, Pet Photography
I come upon dogs to photograph just about everywhere I go! Here at the Civil War reenactment, I was SUPPOSED to be listening to an explanation on what the “troops” were doing, but instead I was busy photographing this cool boxer. He came with his family and was totally intrigued by the horses. He just wanted to go and play with them … even though they were 10 times his size. He finally gave up on the horses when this cute little baby came by to pet him. I think the baby was a little bit afraid of the dog…especially when it was time for some doggie kisses!