A Photo a Day Keeps the Doctors Away

[Kara29]

I was wondering if anyone would like to join me with "a photo a day"?
I thought as a way of distracting myself from some of the less painful days I have, that I would post a photo a day for those of you who take joy in seeing photos on an ongoing daily basis. I love seeing all of the photos you take. It's a nice break away from the everyday. I thought it would be fun.

If you're feeling up to it and have the time...

I took this while on a walk with my very tired Mom. She's an oil painter and she has a good eye. June always reminds me of pretty things.

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_WaterLily.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/WaterLily.jpg)

[leelee88]

Great idea Kara,
Will get my camera ready!

Love the picture !

[dg2901]

I'm game!
However, I'm going to have to post a picture from this weekend to start off with as I'm sick as a dog at the moment.

the American Rover, Norfolk....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_8752.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_8752.jpg)

:)
Diana

[Kara29]

Diana,

That ship is breath taking. I love the water and anything to do with it. Was it a festival of ships or just The American Rover?

I hope you are feeling better by now. :grouphug:

Kara

Photo for Yesterday

(The Pond)

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_June112007.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/June112007.jpg)

[dg2901]

Kara---thanks for the well wishes. i'm slowly starting to feel a bit more human-like (i'm battling bronchitis and pneumonia :( ) :).

The American Rover is a local tall ship that offers cruises down the harbor. It's also available for charter for special events......This picture, however was taken this past weekend during Sail Virginia 2007, a 4 day long festival of tall ships from around the world and the States. I posted a few pictures on the other photo thread if you're interested in taking a peek. :D

The pond picture has a very tranquil feel. The flowering plant/weed/bush-did someone plant that there, or did it show up on its own?

:)
D

[Kara29]

D,

That's really interesting about the Ships. I will look at the rest of your photos on the other thread. Those flowers, I believe were planted. There's a small community of gardeners around that area that work together. I hope you start to feel better soon.

Kara

[Janie Miranda]

http://jane-alexander.smugmug.com/photos/162839200-S.jpg
This photo taken today of one of my gladiolas that just started blooming.

What a nice idea Kara! Your garden and water lily flowers are so beautiful!
Diana, I love that photo of ship. It is a terrific photo!

[Rosalie]

Nice idea Kara.
There's not too much to get excited about in my garden at the moment. However this cactus always does its best to brighten a dull area. I have no idea at all what variety it is but its 'hardy'...:lmao: Thats why it has survived!
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f130/gyspyrose/th_IMG_3875.jpg (http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f130/gyspyrose/IMG_3875.jpg)

[leelee88]

ok ok slow down..lol Been busy, but getting the camera ready..

[dg2901]

Kara--thats great thats theres a gardening group to keep things landscaped around the pond. :)

Jane--I love the color of that flower; gorgeous! :)

Rosalie--interesting cactus.

:)
D

[charmedx3]

Hi Rosalie!
That cactus looks just like mine! We have had it since my oldest was 5 (now 18) it took that cactus about 6-7 years before it "bloomed". I just wish we new exactly what type it is!

[traceann]

I'm in! I just need to get my photos gathered, lol. I am a wee bit behind here this week, I must say..... :)

[Kara29]

Janie,

That fuscia color captivates me every time I see it in flowers. It's almost so bright it's meditating.

Tracey and Leelee,

Can't wait until you gather yours up.

Rosalie,

I wonder if we can look that cactus up for it's name?

(We found a Deer Nest on a walk through the woods) I've never seen one before.

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_1177.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_1177.jpg)

[dg2901]

Kara--neat find with the deer nest! :)

Heres my contribution for the day; not very exciting, however its the best I could do..haha....
WJC, Jr the cat....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0009-1.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0009-1.jpg)


:)
D

[ICNDonna]

Here's part of our yard:

http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s305/mrstsk/Meggie/backyard008.jpg

[ICLori]

I don't have any photos to post (I'm sorry) but I wanted to say, these photos are just beautiful, and I'm so glad you are getting out for walks and everything, I think that really helps to lift the spirit, to see the beauty of nature!

Blessings,
Lori

[Janie Miranda]

http://jane-alexander.smugmug.com/photos/163270298-S.jpg

Kara,
really interesting about the deer nest. I didn't even know that deer did that! Pretty photo too.

Diana, very cute kitty photo!

Here's a photo from yesterday. I got a new macro lens so am having lots of fun playing with it. This is the inside of a daisy.

[kari1980]

I love the photos and would love to post one of all my new baby ducks, but I don't know how to, can anyone help?

Kari

[GriffsMommy]

Kari, the easist way is to get a photobucket account if you don't already have one. Once you upload your pictures from your computer to your photobucket account then you are ready to get the codes you need to add them to the message boards.

Each picture will have a little box next to the picture name. Click in that box, then go all the way down to the bottom of the page and click on generate html and img code.

This will take you to a different page where there will be different codes that you can copy. The third one down says:
IMG clickable thumbnails for message boards - recommended
Click on that code and it will copy it and then paste it in your post that you are typing and that will show a small thumbnail of the picture that people can click on to see the full size version.
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s161/froggy2119/th_DSCN0547.jpg (http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s161/froggy2119/DSCN0547.jpg)
Here here is what one looks like, I hope this helps

[kari1980]

Thanks Christine,
It sounds complicated, but I'll have to try it out. I can't just upload it somehow on here from my own computer file? I'll let you know if I have any problems with photo bucket. Love your picture, he's so cute. Thanks again, and I hope your feeling better.

Kari

[dg2901]

Jane--great macro! I'm sure you're loving the lens! :)

D

[Kara29]

Donna,

Your yard is so beautiful. It looks so peaceful and relaxing!

Diana,

WJC's cat nap is exactly where I'd love to be right now.

We went wine tasting yesterday on one of the finger lakes in NY, Cayuga.
Not my favorite trail to taste and visit but it was still fun.

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_WineDay.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/WineDay.jpg)

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_WineDay2.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/WineDay2.jpg)

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_1206.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_1206.jpg)

[Janie Miranda]

http://jane-alexander.smugmug.com/photos/163799107-S.jpg

Thought I would add a bee with that daisy! :-)
Thanks, Diana. How are you feeling, sweetie?

[Kara29]

Janie,

I love your new lens. :)

[SharonA]

Janie...Way cool!!!! Look at the pollen stuck to that thing. It is an amazing picture.

[dg2901]

Kara--I'd be glad to scoot WJC, JR over and make a spot for you as long as I get to take your spot on the next wine tasting adventure! Looks like a fun time! :) Hope you had a couple of tastings for me.

Jane--awesome bee shot!!.....And thanks for asking--I'm slowly recovering. :)

Donna--your yard looks lovely. Do you have a bigger image by chance? :)

Christine--cute little guy ya got there! :)

Today the husband and I ventured to the oceanfront and decided to take the plunge. Little did we know we'd make some friends--a very large school of bottlenose dolphins! Unfortunately I didnt have my telephoto lens (had I known!), so I didnt get any good pictures. Having said that, the picture with the boat in the background-if you look closely towards the right of center you'll see one little fella riding a wave in towards shore..haha

heres the one with the dolphin...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0032.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0032.jpg)

interesting little beach flower...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0040.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0040.jpg)

Capy Henry lighthouse and First Landing cross...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0020-4.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0020-4.jpg)

the lighthouse is to the right of this picture..
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0027-1.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0027-1.jpg)

old (the one to the right) and new Cape Henry lighthouses....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0026.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0026.jpg)

:)
D

[SharonA]

Okay D, I give up...*She says as she is throwing her arms up in the air and waving a white flag*... I have been trying not to have "beach envy" but those last pictures have done me in. I'm shamefully guilty of this but I am no longer going to hide it. :lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

[Janie Miranda]

Gorgeous photos, Diana. Like Sharon, I'm frightfully jealous! I wouldn't be caught dead in a bathing suit at the beach, but i sure would love a beach to take photos of!

[Kara29]

I have to say, I'm in love with lighthouses and ocean pictures!!! Can't wait to see more. I tasted enough wine for all of us. White wines that is.

Kara

[Trishann]

Hey Kara that is so great to do things like this to lift up your spirit. You do come up with some good things. Sorry about don't know how to do the pictures yet but I did find some post, I think one is Ronda, that explains it. My mind set is not up to learn the new thing yet but hopefully soon I will. Sorry about being so S L O W.

Take care, Trishann

[dg2901]

Sharon--take this as my invitation to you to join me anytime for a beach adventure! :)

Jane--you come along with Sharon! :)

Kara--white wine is an excellent choice! :)

Here are a few more taken yesterday at the beach...

the old Cape Henry lighthouse...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0018-2.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0018-2.jpg)

view down Atlantic Ave...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0010-4.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0010-4.jpg)

favorite Va Beach coffee house.....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0004.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0004.jpg)

the new Va Beach Convention Center...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0001-2.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0001-2.jpg)

:)
D

[Kara29]

Wow....Iced Coffee, the beach, lighthouses. Um where do I sign up!
I'll go get my suit. :smile tee

I'll put my photo for today up later. The site is down.

Enjoy the sunshine!

Kara

[dg2901]

Kara--sign up anytime!..haha..:)........I just now was able to access Photobucket; for some reason it wasnt allowing me to upload..:hmm:

Anyway, heres my picture for the day. This bird was hanging out in my side yard this afternoon......
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0012-3.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0012-3.jpg)

Hope everyones doing well!
:hi:
D

[SharonA]

D...I am intrigued with the bird's feet. They look like they have white stripes.

Kara...Iced Coffee sounds good to me, too.

[Kara29]

D,

I had the exact same problem with photobucket last night. It's so cool when you actually catch a bird up close. There is something about the eyes. :)

Kara

[traceann]

Finally I am able to add a couple! Yay! I am loving everyone's photos, so nice! Yeah, D, now I HAVE to get to the family cabin, get some beach shots and I can walk to a historic lighthouse from there that's supposed to be haunted, lol and get some shots there. My hubby's cousin (would that be my cousin-in-law??) gave us a great shot of the Sturgeon Point Lighthouse (on Lake Huron) that's just gorgeous! (he's the one with the telescope and gets great moon pictures etc) But also shamed me - I LIVE here and have never taken on photo of the thing, isn't that crazy??? It takes an out-of-towner to make me want to head over there, lol. If you drive to it from the cabin, it's like a minute or two to get there. Cousin said one night he took the tripod down to get some night shots there, and when he was done hopped into his truck. Started to back up and heard a boom and felt like he hit something. So, he got out to investigate, there was nothing there. Once again, he tried to back up and felt like he hit something, this time he said the hairs on the back of his neck went up and he just kept on going, there was still nothing there! Ok, now I want to go there at night now too, yes, I am not right in the head, ha ha!!!

And Janie! How close to that bee were you - meaning how far away does your lens let you "bee" - yes pun intended, lol. But I am curious! I am still having a heck of a time with my Macro - then there's that Super Macro. I think that one most likely is meant to work with the Macro lens adapter you can get for the camera, but I don't know. *sigh*

Ok, enough chatter (oh, by the way, nice to see you Trishann!) here's some pics:

Here's one of my Super Macro experiments:

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/ethereal_24/th_June12007070.jpg (http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/ethereal_24/June12007070.jpg)

Little Bit, my Security Chief at work, lol:

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/ethereal_24/th_June12007021.jpg (http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/ethereal_24/June12007021.jpg)

And finally, one of the Geraniums hubby kept going all winter (just like his grandma did, lol) blooming:

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/ethereal_24/th_June12007087.jpg (http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/ethereal_24/June12007087.jpg)

[Janie Miranda]

Wow, Diana. That is a fabulous bird shot. The detail and clarity are just perfect!!

Tracey, I am jealous I have been looking for a ladybug to photograph ever since I got the macro lens but they are all hiding out from me!!

[traceann]

Well, Janie, hee hee, that little bug was on my viburnum that was INFESTED (yuck) with aphids that she was hopefully dining on, sooooooo, since they have also decided the rest of my garden is a great place to be - I have plenty to spare. And since I love to share, I could package up some aphids to supply your yard for some ladybug feasting?! ;) Just a thought! hee hee hee

[SharonA]

D...I showed Hubby your bird picture. He said that he loved the light on it's shoulder flickering on the feathers.

:hi: Tracey...Showed Hubby the Lady Bug. He said that he loved the depth of field you used.

(Hubby is the photog in the family.)

Speaking of going to your cabin, Tracey. Looks like Hubby and I are heading to the cabin for a few days next week. He has some time off so we are going to the Ozarks. :woohoo:

[dg2901]

Sharon--you've now got me fixated on this little birds feet!..haha..I hadnt noticed them until you said something. I'm a bit freaked out by birds.
Oh!--I say we switch areas for a few days--you can have the beach and I the Ozarks!!??!! :hmm:

Tracey--woohooo!!..you've got pics to share!!:woohoo: That little ladybug is cute as a bug! Although they too freak me out when they start flying. Something about their wings, who knows :loco: ! Now, you MUST get to that lighthouse and get some pics so we can all see, and maybe you'll even have a spooky tale to tell us :)

Jane--I see you're still on your ladybug hunt. Perhaps you should take Tracey up on her offer to mail you some. :hmm:

Kara--while birds can be interesting, like I mentioned something about them freak me out. I think its the fact that they're nothing more than modern day dinosaurs. :help:

Trishann--hopefully you'll have the picture uploading figured out soon; its actually quite simple..:) If you need any help, I'm sure someone here will be more than happy to instruct you..:D

Not sure if I mentioned that I'm a bird grandma again. I've got 3 babies in the nest as I type. I attempted to take some pics this morning though havent uploaded them yet. Hoping to do that soon, so I'll maybe I'll have a pic or two thats worth sharing. :) <insert time lapse here>...Ok, I managed to get one half-way decent picture. This momma bird doesnt like me either!

new babies...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0008-3.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0008-3.jpg)

Ciao'...
D

[SharonA]

D...Awwwww Congratulations, again.

[dg2901]

Sharon--I think i'm going to put a "for rent" sign in that particular window sill. Seems its the place to be amongst the birds! :D

:)
D

[Kara29]

Today the first day of Summer, we have golf ball sized hail.

Here are some photos.....

It was melting real fast because its about 80 Degrees.

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_HailJune212007.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/HailJune212007.jpg)

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_Hail2.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/Hail2.jpg)

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_Hail3.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/Hail3.jpg)

Kara

[dg2901]

Kara---thats crazy! :loco: I hope there wasnt any damage to your cars, etc. Now, I have to ask, were you out there catching it as it was falling from the sky; I have this image of you running around outside dodging hail balls....:hmm: :help: :D

Ciao'
D

[Janie Miranda]

Kara,
Wow, hail this time of year. That's amazing!! This has been one freaky year for weather!

D -congrats on the new nestlings!

[dg2901]

Jane---:hi:

Va Beach Convention Center...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0001-3.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0001-3.jpg)


:)
D

[suebee2]

:smile tee Hi suebee, Summer Beauties:

http://picasaweb.google.com/suejane37/SummerFlowers607/photo?authkey=EDdzVisUfPA#5078591280895081378

http://picasaweb.google.com/suejane37/SummerFlowers607/photo?authkey=EDdzVisUfPA#5078590718254365586

http://picasaweb.google.com/suejane37/SummerFlowers607/photo?authkey=EDdzVisUfPA#5078586646625368962

[suebee2]

The sweet williams like to stay out of the flower garden, and surprise me each year popping up within a 20 foot radius from where I expect them. Independent!

http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t302/suebee_photo/summer%20flowers/th_summerflowers015.jpg (http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t302/suebee_photo/summer%20flowers/summerflowers015.jpg)
http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t302/suebee_photo/summer%20flowers/th_summerflowers014.jpg (http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t302/suebee_photo/summer%20flowers/summerflowers014.jpg)
http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t302/suebee_photo/summer%20flowers/th_summerflowers018.jpg (http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t302/suebee_photo/summer%20flowers/summerflowers018.jpg)
:smile tee suebee

[SharonA]

Our remodel in the Master Bath is taking a bit longer to get done as is always the case with construction. I thought you might like to "have a peek" at the Shower Stall Marble that is going in. In the upper right, you can see where the box will be for shampoo, etc. The piece of marble sticking out in the middle lower corner will be a step for washing my feet and shaving my legs.

http://www.camerafire.com/sharonpix2/DSC00930.jpg

[SharonA]

suebee...Those first three pictures are fantastic. Those are some unusual flowers. What are they? Those spots look like they are being poured out of the trumpet. Also, I love Sweet Williams. The flowers, I mean. :lmao:

[Kara29]

Sue,

:hi: That color of flower is georgeous.

Sharon,

How exciting about the shower. It will be great to see it as it goes and when it's done.

D,

I'm laughing.....I was smart enough to wait unitl the hail was over. I did have to move fast though as it was melting. :smile tee Do they have graduations this time of year at the convention center?

Kara

[suebee2]

:) SharonA, Those are foxgloves. I love those freckles in their little horn shape flower.

http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t302/suebee_photo/summer%20flowers/th_summerflowers012.jpg (http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t302/suebee_photo/summer%20flowers/summerflowers012.jpg)


:bunny:

[dg2901]

Sue--love all those flowers you've got! Their colors/patterns are very interesting. :)

Sharon--looks like progress! :woohoo: Cant wait to see it all completed! :)

Kara--whew!, glad you waited til the hail stopped! I had visions of you being pelted in the head!:bonk: :D
Oh, and yeah, Va Beach high schools use that convention center for graduations. The place is humongous-unfortunately my picture doesnt do it justice..:)

Hope y'all are well!
:)
Diana

[suebee2]

dg2901, Speaking of graduations, attended my grandson Tim's at Kodak Theater

Proud day, that for sure. R.I.T. for engineering is next. :hi: suebee

[dg2901]

Sue---congrats on your grandsons graduation! :woohoo: :)


Spent a lovely 7 hours at the beach today. Started with breakfast, walk along the boardwalk, some people watching and eventually parasailing. I've got lots of pics, however I wont bore y'all with all of them..:)

parasailing....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0087.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0087.jpg)

making the landing....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0076.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0076.jpg)

favorite breakfast spot..
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0016-3.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0016-3.jpg)

and for Jane--todays breakfast..:)
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0053.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0053.jpg)

Hope everyone had a great weekend!
:)
D

[Janie Miranda]

Oh my gosh!!!! That brought me back to the ICN boards . . . I could smell the waffles!:wink:

[dg2901]

Jane--:hi: --can you smell these too?........

crab meat omelet...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0056.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0056.jpg)

fresh fruit....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0055-1.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0055-1.jpg)

:)
D

[Janie Miranda]

Wow! I think this is my favorite restaurant too and I've never even been there!

[Kara29]

I've been stuck inside with a really nasty yeast infection that I've been battling for 2 months now. I was in bed all weekend with burning fire down there that has spread to my behind.........GROSS I know!! Anyway...I will go and catch up on all of your wonderful pictures for the weekend.

I have one of my Kitty Justin:

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_Justin6.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/Justin6.jpg)


Wishing for some pain free days ahead.

Kara

[suebee2]

:hi: Nothing more wonderful than a day at the beach. Of course second best is looking at food. It looks like a healthy selection. http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t302/suebee_photo/Quilts/th_Tim004.jpg (http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t302/suebee_photo/Quilts/Tim004.jpg)

http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t302/suebee_photo/Quilts/th_Tim003.jpg (http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t302/suebee_photo/Quilts/Tim003.jpg)


Quilt for Grandson to take to College. sue

[Kara29]

Sue,

Congrats on the Graduation. I am from Pittsford NY. RIT is down the road from my parents home. The Quilt is Fantastic!!! What a wonderful gift.

D,

I'm drooling profusley from your food.

[tigger_gal]

gret pictures girls,
jake wiped out running a few weeks ago
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c67/tigger_gal01/Jacobs%20Page/owie.jpg
Ash, Becky & Jake in the pool
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c67/tigger_gal01/Jacobs%20Page/HPIM4310.jpg
Jake in the tub lol
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c67/tigger_gal01/Jacobs%20Page/HPIM4306.jpg
our future contractor
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c67/tigger_gal01/Jacobs%20Page/HPIM4275.jpg

[tigger_gal]

here is my fire pit, and the blimp I spotted out my back door.
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c67/tigger_gal01/This%20n%20That%20%20also%20the%20ghost%20picture/HPIM4296.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c67/tigger_gal01/This%20n%20That%20%20also%20the%20ghost%20picture/HPIM4293-1.jpg

[dg2901]

Kara---that kitty of yours has the cutest expression on his face..haha..He looks like he's either getting ready to be, or has already been up to no good..:D........Hope you get to feeling better very soon! :angel:

Sue--love that quilt! I'm sure your grandson is going to treasure that when he's away at college!..:)
Not so sure how healthy our breakfast was, however it sure was tasty! :D

Tigger--little Jake is adorable! Got a laugh out of the proverbial bathtub picture..very cute!

Wheres everyone else been hiding out?--Jane? Rosalie? Tracey? etc etc etc?...:hmm:

:hi:
D

[Kara29]

Photo from last week that for some reason didn't make it up (trouble with photobucket)

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_1292.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_1292.jpg)

From Today: They are installing a new pool which should be ready by tomorrow. As you can see there is new grass growing. I'm sure it will be beatiful when it's completed.

It's so hot here today, I was mesmerized by the water. I wanted to jump right in.

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_Pool1.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/Pool1.jpg)


http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_Pool2.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/Pool2.jpg)

Stay Cool Today:hi:

Kara

[Janie Miranda]

http://jane-alexander.smugmug.com/photos/166901814-M.jpg

http://jane-alexander.smugmug.com/photos/166919444-M.jpg

http://jane-alexander.smugmug.com/photos/164642050-M.jpg

Hi everyone. I've been enjoying your photos! Kara the pool looks inviting!

Tig,and SueBee enjoyed looking through your photos and of course, Diana's photos are always fun and fabulous!

My sister came for a visit and brought my mom. Mom will be here for most of the rest of the summer so I might not be posting quite as much as usual.
I did take some studio portraits of my little neice (who was here with my sister) if anyone wants to see them IM me and I'll send you the link.

[Mel53H]

Jane,

The flower photos are gorgeous! Thanks for sharing them.:smile tee

[suebee2]

:toilet: Kara29, sorry about that terrible yeast infection. Hope you get relief soon, but it's so hot today that's not going to help. About 90 here in the country. New flowers expressing them self:

http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t302/suebee_photo/flowers%202/th_SV100341.jpg (http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t302/suebee_photo/flowers%202/SV100341.jpg)


http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t302/suebee_photo/flowers%202/SV100335.jpg




Hope your not tired of the foxglove photos, found this one on a treasure hunt.:smile tee suebee

http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t302/suebee_photo/flowers%202/th_SV100338.jpg (http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t302/suebee_photo/flowers%202/SV100338.jpg)

[Mel53H]

Beautiful!!

[dg2901]

Kara--I'm going to assume that by you posting that lovely swimming pool photo you're inviting us all over for a swim...keep the light on for me 'cause I'll be there soon! :D

Jane--lovely flower photos! I especially like the last one.

Sue--seems you've got some lovely flower shots as well! The one with the prints inside the petals is very cool! :)


Here are a few more beach shots taken last weekend....

looking north up the boardwalk...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0079-1.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0079-1.jpg)

messing around with B&W...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0034.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0034.jpg)

the Atlantic shortly after sunrise...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0035-2.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0035-2.jpg)

D

[suebee2]

Sharing again the grandson's graduation with photos not so small.

http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t302/suebee_photo/th_SV100330-1.jpg (http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t302/suebee_photo/SV100330-1.jpg)


http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t302/suebee_photo/th_SV100329-1.jpg (http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t302/suebee_photo/SV100329-1.jpg)

Kara, I am only 2 hours from you, and that new pool looks tempting, dg2901 love the seaside photos, Janie your photos are unbelievable! Thanks for sharing everybody, so much fun to check the postings each day. :smile tee suebee :)

[dg2901]

Sue--great pics! :)

:hi:
Diana

[Kara29]

I was going to jump into that pool today and lounge around it BUT as soon as I got out of the shower it started to POUR Buckets of rain. No hail this time. And it's still raining.....Grrrrrrr

Sue,

The Grad photos are so vivid. I really liked them. And your flowers.....I serioulsy lose my breath when they come up because they are so lovely. They make me think of..........well they make me think of HAPPY Moments.

D,

Yes I would love for you all to come to my pool, although I'd rather be on the beach by you. I like oceans and lakes, especially on a boat. A boat that has a place to pee on of course.


Janie,

Your photos always inspire me to want to go and grab my camera and just keep shooting........Are you selling?

Tracey and Rosalie, Are ya there?? I hope you are pain free today and enjoying some nice weather.

I put up a song that reminds me of you all. It's on Jills new thread. http://www.ic-network.org/forum/showthread.php?t=39959

Hugs to you all!

Kara

[dg2901]

Kara---that song speaks volumes! I can surely relate some of the lyrics to some recent events in my life, some wonderful and some not so wonderful.
Anytime you're up for a day at the beach, just holla!..:D :woohoo:

Though they're probably boring all of you, I thought I'd post todays grandbirds pics anyway. :)

how cute is this little guy......
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0005-2.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0005-2.jpg)

the triplets.....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0012-5.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0012-5.jpg)

Hope y'all are well!
Til next time...
:hi:
Diana

[traceann]

I'm here! I'm here!! :) Been hopping lately helping the inlaws with the family cottage. Had to move the stuff into the back room as it's getting new flooring and kitchen cabinets! YAY! But anywho....

Sharon - A bit late on this one, but tell hubby thanks for the compliment, hee hee. And that bath of yours is going to be FAB!! It reminds me of my inlaw's, and I LOVE that one, so, um, should I bring my own shampoo and towels??

Suebee - GREAT photos, my hubby would just drool over the foxglove it's one of his FAVORITES! No wonder, it's lovely stuff!!! Aren't Sweet Williams (the flowers that is, hee hee) just wonderful critters? Mine are so darn dependable, back every year and always so lovely. And yep, can be a bit wandering, lol!! And that is one handsome grandson you got there, wow!!! :)

Diana - ok, I gotta ask, doesn't the waitstaff wonder why the heck you are taking a picture of your food? LOL Do they think it's for evidence or something? Or are they just used to the crazy lady who photographs her breakfasts???? And what lovely grandbirds you have there, I swear they have your eyes, ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha!!!!!!!

HEY TIG! - Where's some more Jake shots????

Kara - can I come to the pool too!?! I love pools, mostly because I know what's on the bottom, hee hee. But I have this weird phobia about the drain cover, lol.:loco: They scare me so I stay far far away.... And how did you know I love Rascal Flatts?? They are my all time faves, and that song is one of my favorites by them, it's so positive! :kiss:

Janie - great photos, those are beautiful flowers, but then I am biased, I do love my green things!!!! ;) Have fun with your mom there, that's got to be a really nice visit!!!!

Ok, here's some of my latest shots:

The old cabinets that will be replaced:

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/ethereal_24/th_June232007GehringCabin001a.jpg (http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/ethereal_24/June232007GehringCabin001a.jpg)

And out they go!!:

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/ethereal_24/th_June232007GehringCabin070a.jpg (http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/ethereal_24/June232007GehringCabin070a.jpg)

Taking down the dead birch:

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/ethereal_24/th_June242007GehringCabin106a.jpg (http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/ethereal_24/June242007GehringCabin106a.jpg)

Looking North:

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/ethereal_24/th_June242007GehringCabin121a.jpg (http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/ethereal_24/June242007GehringCabin121a.jpg)

And on the beach:

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/ethereal_24/th_June242007GehringCabin141a.jpg (http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/ethereal_24/June242007GehringCabin141a.jpg)

[traceann]

Ok, here's a couple more since I am on a roll...ha ha

An annual that I get every year, "Butterfly"

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/ethereal_24/th_June202007290.jpg (http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/ethereal_24/June202007290.jpg)

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/ethereal_24/th_June202007299.jpg (http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/ethereal_24/June202007299.jpg)

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/ethereal_24/th_June202007287.jpg (http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/ethereal_24/June202007287.jpg)

Playing with the macro:

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/ethereal_24/th_June202007136.jpg (http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/ethereal_24/June202007136.jpg)

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/ethereal_24/th_June202007135.jpg (http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/ethereal_24/June202007135.jpg)

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/ethereal_24/th_June202007139.jpg (http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/ethereal_24/June202007139.jpg)

[traceann]

Ok...one more, me and my wonderful Mom-in-law while we were working...

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/ethereal_24/th_June242007GehringCabin-MomGandTAG.jpg (http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a354/ethereal_24/June242007GehringCabin-MomGandTAG.jpg)


I promise, I am done for tonight, lol. Hopefully tomorrow I can get some more up, I have all kinds of chipmunk shots (they've become my outdoor pets, lol), and more flowers and one really icky bug shot - I will ask permission from you guys before I put that up, lol. I must have been out of my ever-loving mind to take the shot, all I can say is thank goodness for zoom!!!!!!!! ;)

Nighty night,

Love you guys!!!!!!!

[Kara29]

Tracey!,

The flowers are awesome. So simple, yet happy. It will be so nice to see the new cabinets in and in use.

Yes, I love Rascal Flatts.

Hey, I have a question for you when you have time to pop on in here again.....I think I may have the same camera as you do, or some version of it. (((PowerShot S3 IS))) I am wondering if you know how to take photos of fireworks? Our 6 year anniversary is this weekend and we have fireworks.
YES, I know what you are thinking....We still have the sparks after 14 years of being together. The fire works are from a festival up on our hill.

D, Have you named the little ones yet?

Have a Good Night Ladies........I will try my best to get a photo up tomorrow if it doesn't rain again.

Kara

[dg2901]

Tracey--:woohoo: you've got pictures!!! I love that "butterfly" flower. Could you please bring some with you when you come to landscape my yard!!?! I have to also comment that the lake-side cabin is adorable and nevermind how peaceful it looks! I surely hope y'all take advantage of that every chance you get! :)
And it surely doesnt look like you and MIL are getting much work done, what with posing for pics!..hahaha...Its a lovely picture of you two though! I think it was well worth the time to stop and capture the moment! :)
Not sure about everyone else--except for Jane 'cause we all know shes nuts that way--however I'm anxiously awaiting your "icky bug shot".

Funny you should ask about me photographing my food; I usually dont get any comments, however the waitress we had this past weekend kept laughing and would give me strange looks, kind of smug-like. I put up with it the first time, the 2nd time I gave her the over-the-shoulder eye roll and stare! :rant: hahahaha

Kara---I havent named the grandbirds. Figured its probably no use cause they all look alike and I'd never be able to tell one from the other. Thinking about it though, I could do like my friend who has identical triplets--when they were babies she had to paint their toenails each a different color in order to tell them apart--perhaps I could do this with the little dirty birdy feet..:idea: :hmm:

Ciao' for now.....
Diana

[SharonA]

:hi: Everyone...I am sorry that I have been MIA but I have not been feeling well. Not IC related, just aches and pains and a constant headache. I think it is sinus connected plus all the dust that the remodel has caused. I just have not felt like spending a lot of time on my computer.

I have enjoyed everyone's pictures, especially the ocean ones, D...But then I have confessed to having Beach Envy. That goes for you, too Tracey...Love the Lake Cabin. Oh, and all those beautiful flowers Janie and Sue. :woohoo:

Speaking of Cabins...We did not end up going to the Ozarks, after all. As I stated above, I have not been feeling like my usual self, plus this bathroom remodel is taking way too much time. Even our remodel guy offered to do this free of charge because it has taken so long. Of course, we will not take him up on his offer. After all, we still have another bathroom to remodel plus other stuff and we will need him.

The Marble is all in, finally, and tomorrow our guy will come over to check if it is ready to grout. Once that is done, we can order the shower doors and Hubby will install the sink and toilet. It will be a while before we can use the shower as the grout has to cure for a couple of weeks longer, but I will at least be able to brush my teeth and pee in my own bathroom. I get rather lost in the middle of the night if I have to get up to go. And, of course, I have had to do that much more since we began this remodel. :mad:

Okay...My head is beginning to throb so I guess I have overstayed my welcome so I will sign off for now. (((HUGS)))

[dg2901]

Sharon---so sorry to hear that you've not been feeling well as of late. :( I thought you were enjoying your time at the cabin and in the Ozarks and here you've been home feeling miserable. If I were closer I'd come help you out, however since I'm not I'll send you lots of 'feel better soon' wishes. :kissing:

Diana

[Kara29]

Sharon,

I'm also so sorry that you are feeling so awful. Sending some warm hugs your way and wishes for a speedy recovery. I can't wait to see the update on the bathroom.



Here's my photo for the Evening.

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_Night.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/Night.jpg)


Kara

[dg2901]

Kara--do you happen to know what kind of flower that is? You captured it beautifully!! :)
Any luck with how to photograph fireworks? it'll be a challenge, but a fun one for sure! I cant wait to see your pics! :)

Sharon--hope you're feeling better! :)

Tracey--wheres your icky bug picture?

Jane--hope you're enjoying your moms visit, and making good use of that camera! :)

I have nothing to share today. I went to lunch with a friend and her daughter and forgot to take my camera along with me; my day's just not complete.

:hi:
Diana

[SharonA]

Thanks ladies...I am a bit better today. Yesterday was the worst. That blasted headache stayed with me throughout the day and into the night. Hubby wanted to take me out for breakfast this morning, but I wasn't up to it. I feel like I have been beaten with a broomstick...very sore.

Kara...I, too, want to know what that flower is. It is beautiful.

D...I'm not going to scold you for not taking your camera with you.

Here are a few pictures of the bathroom taken a few days ago and yesterday:

Marble going on the floor and shower surround
http://www.camerafire.com/sharonpix2/DSC00933.jpg
http://www.camerafire.com/sharonpix2/DSC00934.jpg

Marble down - no grout
http://www.camerafire.com/sharonpix2/DSC00935.jpg

Marble tiles are 12x12 inches
Shower bottom
http://www.camerafire.com/sharonpix2/DSC00936.jpg

Shower top
http://www.camerafire.com/sharonpix2/DSC00937.jpg

[suebee2]

SharonA, sorry you're feeling ill. Your new bathroom is wonderful! traceann, love the "butterfly" flower, and Kara what is that beautiful white flower with fern like leaves; envy you, but then I could probably kill it with care. I see some new flowers just coming out today and will photo them soon. In the mean time this is what I found today. suebee


http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t302/suebee_photo/SV100354.jpg

[Janie Miranda]

Hi everyone, Sorry I have been not on here too much. Everyone's photos have been outstanding! Tracey, glad to see you playing around with the macro lens. Addictive isn't it?
Sharon, sorry to hear you haven't been feeling well. Your bathroom is going to be gorgeous though.

Got some yucky news recently, John went and had a stress test and they found something is wrong with his heart. He is going to have to have a heart cath and maybe angioplasty next week, We are in shock. Keep him in your thoughts and prayers,

Diana, thanks for your recent emails.
Here's another new bee and flower shot.
http://jane-alexander.smugmug.com/photos/167577827-M.jpg

[SharonA]

Janie...I am so sorry to hear about your husband. Both of you are in my prayers. Please let us know what the doctor has to say after these procedures are done. I will pray for his safety while he is going through them. (((HUGS)))

[dg2901]

Sharon--glad to hear you're starting to feel a bit better. Sorry though that you had to turn down a breakfast offer. When you're up to par, get the husband to take you out for breakfast, lunch AND dinner as a raincheck!:D
You're bathroom is coming along nicely! Its going to be a luxury once its completed and put to use, I'm sure. Keep us updated of the progress--I love it! :)

Jane--I'm sorry to hear about your husbands current situation. Fortunately whatever the problem it was caught early before anything drastic happened. Heart procedures have come so far that I'm sure John is in the best hands and will do fine. My words probably dont help the shock that you're dealing with...just know that John and you are in my thoughts. :kissing:
And did I mention--love the flower and bee shot!!! :D

Tracey--still waiting on the icky bug..:)

Sue--you find all kinds of interesting things..haha..I take it you didnt put this feeder out?

I got a surprise early birthday gift in the mail today from my brother--an Olympus Evolt 500. This is a nice addition to the gift my husband gave me last night--the Canon Digital Reble XTI! :woohoo: I've taken a picture of the Olympus since I already opened it, and I'll post it later on. My husband wont let me open the Canon until Monday; its sitting in the box in the my living room. I'll include that picture as well.

Ciao' for now
Diana

[suebee2]

Prayers for your husband Janie, love your bee. The hummingbird feeder is one of three I have outside the sliding glass door. I have counted up to 12 this year, perhaps some are new babies. I found a bug to share this morning:

http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t302/suebee_photo/insideviewhummersandsunflowers006.jpg
pretty blue bug

http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t302/suebee_photo/insideviewhummersandsunflowers009.jpg

early sunflowers it seems, sue

[dg2901]

Sue--hummingbirds are cool. Hopefully you'll have lots of visitors to photograph..:)

Heres a couple snapshots of my new Olympus E500....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0022-1.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0022-1.jpg)
2.....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0003-5.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0003-5.jpg)

And a snapshot of the Canon XTI, still in its box since the husband wont "allow" me to open and play with it til Monday.....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0024-1.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0024-1.jpg)

:hi:
Diana

[SharonA]

D...Is your hubby into torture? :lmao: Must be since he gave you your B-day gift but is not allowing you to open the box and play with it. Maybe he needs to get in touch with Jack Bauer and offer his services during his next very long day. ;)

:birthday: Diana :birthday: I thought that since you have begun to celebrate your B-Day already, I would join in and wish you an early :birthday: also.

Sue...I am looking forward to your Hummingbird pictures. They are so much fun to watch.

[Kara29]

:birthday: :kissing: D,

Wishing you a HAPPY BIRTHDAY! :birthday:

I hope you enjoy your day and have fun with your new Camera!!!!! :woohoo: :dance:

Can't wait to see what develops from it!

Kara:)

[Kara29]

I have no idea what flower that was. I wish I knew. Maybe I can do some searching and find out. The fireworks are tonight! I can't wait!!!!!!!

Photo for Today.....

This is my 12 year old Bunny Rabbit. His name is Sidney. He was with me before I was diagnosed with IC. He's been through all of our moves from college, Boston, Back to NY, my careers, Disability, all of my operations, my wedding, and just yesterday, our 6 year wedding anniversary........needless to say he's been through it all with me. And he's still with me. He was my first pet that I ever had on my own starting in college. He means the world to me. I love him!

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_1335.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_1335.jpg)

Kara

[SharonA]

I love bunnies. :bunny: :bunny: :bunny: Sidney is very cute.

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY, Kara!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[dg2901]

Thanks y'all for the early birthday wishes!! :kissing: I generally keep my birthday very low key, however I'm so excited about my new toys that I just had to show everyone here since I love you guys so much! :) :angel:

Kara---HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!!!...cant wait to see your fireworks pics!! and Sidney the Bunny is absolutely adorable!!

Sharon--I got a laugh out of your Jack Bauer comment. Perhaps the husband should look into your suggestion of offering his torturing services.:lmao:
Hope you're feeling better today!!! :)

Jane, Sue and Tracey----:hi:

:D
Diana

[SharonA]

D...I am so glad you got the reference. Yep, I am feeling better today. Going to a friends house for our usual Saturday night gathering. There are several couples who try to get together most Saturday nights for Pot Luck and Fellowship. One of the women has IC. Who woulda thunk it that when Hubby and I joined this group, I would find an IC Sister in the bunch :hmm: ...Go figure.

Gotta let everyone who has been following the Bathroom Remodel Saga know...The grout is in!!!!!!!!!! :woohoo: Before our guy left, he helped Hubby put the toilet back in it's place. We have to let the grout set for a few hours, but maybe tomorrow the toilet will be plumbed and working. :woohoo: You gotta love a working toilet. :biglaugh:

[dg2901]

Sharon--glad to hear that you're feeling well enough to attend your Saturday night get-together; it sounds like a fun time!! :) And I can only imagine your surprise of finding someone else who can completely relate to IC.
:woohoo: for the grout!!!..hahahaha..I'm sure you cant wait to have your bathroom back--and in luxury form to boot! :D

Well, I put the battery in the Olympus and took it for a quick test-run. Figured I'd share my first pictures with you guys--who else, right???..:D
These were taken using the AUTO setting; figured might as well start with letting the camera do all the work! :)

WJC, JR, the cat....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P6300072.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P6300072.jpg)

Meatball, the dog....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P6300064.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P6300064.jpg)

Hope everyones having a wonderful weekend!
:hi:
Diana

[suebee2]

Happy Birthday dg2901, Kara love the soft grey bunny pal Sidney. Sharon isn't it a blessing to find someone who understands what you're going thru! My URO asked a 4 year interstim patient to call me as a reference, to help answer any of my questions. It happen to be a fellow Town Clerk, about 15 miles away, who I spent many conferences with before I retired, and shared our birthdays. d, looks like the new toy works, WJC Jr, and Meatball look mighty fine. Sharon, glad you are feeling better, and a working toilet is the greatest gift. We lived in our new home, many years ago, for 3 months before we had power turned on, that means no water for the toilet. Ugh.

http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t302/suebee_photo/sunflowers%20and%20bugs/insideviewhummersandsunflowers011.jpg
Just waking up.

http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t302/suebee_photo/sunflowers%20and%20bugs/insideviewhummersandsunflowers007.jpg

sister sunflower all woke up! suebee:bunny: :dance:

[suebee2]

dg2901, check out this visitor:

http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t302/suebee_photo/sunflowers%20and%20bugs/hummers003.jpg

:) suebee

[dg2901]

Sue--thanks for the birthday wishes! :D
Love the sunflower!!! I've tried my hand at attempting to grow several of these to no avail. And check it out--you've got another hummingbird visitor! :woohoo:

Kara--hope you're having fun at the fireworks displays!! :)

Tracey--yoooooowhooooooo!! :)

Jane--:hi:

Sharon--hope you enjoyed your get-together! :)

The husband and I went to dinner tonight at a restaurant on the bay. We dined al fresco since it was such a lovely night. I even had my camera with me, however, lets just say, its gotten the best of me!! :rant: So no pictures to share..:(.....Having said that, we're now getting ready to go into the city for a bit of mermaid hunting..Hopefully I'll have lots of mermaid pictures worth sharing later..:)

:)
Diana

[dg2901]

Hi all..

I tried to just edit my last post, however it wouldnt let me. Soooooo, here I am..haha..

Our mermaid hunt was successful so figured I'd share a few pictures. Do excuse the quality yet again because I dont have the foggiest idea of how to use this camera! :confused: <wheres Jane when I need her?!?>

Hey look, its a mermaid!..
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P6300120.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P6300120.jpg)

and another...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P6300047.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P6300047.jpg)

and look, yet another....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P6300035.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P6300035.jpg)

the Waterside marina..
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P6300052.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P6300052.jpg)

my yacht...I mean, someone's yacht!...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P6300050.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P6300050.jpg)

another view of the lucky souls yacht!....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P6300040.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P6300040.jpg)

I'll quit now so as not to appear as being a photo thread hog!..:)
Someone else needs to step in here...and quickly! :)

I'll share more later
:hi:
Diana

[SharonA]

D....WJC, JR looks like he has quite the attitude. Meatball looks like his normal fine looking self. Love the Mermaids. I didn't think they came out at night. :hmm: Oh...That was me on my Yacht. Didn't you see me waving at you? Fantasies can be such fun. :lmao:

Sue...Love the Sunflower pics. :woohoo: on getting the pic of the Hummer. They can be so camera shy.

[suebee2]

Playing around with the Picasa program, came up with this photo:

http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t302/suebee_photo/collage.jpg

http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t302/suebee_photo/collage1.jpg

:smile tee
"A woman should have, a past juicy enough that she's looking forward to retelling it in her old age" Maya Angelou

suebee

[Janie Miranda]

Very cool Suebee! I'll have to try that. I use Picassa too!

Diana, I'm loving all the photos with the new camera!

[Mel53H]

I don't have a camera, but I thought I would share this picture of my grandaughter, Pixie. She is going to be two years old on July 11.279

[dg2901]

Mel--cute grandbaby you got there! :)

Jane--I'm not too terribly sure of this DSLR stuff. The verdict is still out, and probably will be for quite some time, as to whether I'm going to like these cameras. At the moment though I can tell you that the cameras and I are NOT getting along AT ALL!

Sharon--man, I wish I would have heard you calling my name 'cause I surely would have joined you on board ship!! Next time use a bull horn to grab my attention, please! :D
Hope you had fun at your get-together Saturday night.

Sue--nice work with the Picassa program! :)

Here are a few pics from last nights adventure to Norfolk, and todays trip up to Williamsburg....

World Trace Center, Norfolk...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P6300112.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P6300112.jpg)

view from the marina..
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P6300067.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P6300067.jpg)

another personally owned yacht <sigh!>....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P6300060.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P6300060.jpg)

war reenactment...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P7010202.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P7010202.jpg)

can take a carriage ride through Colonial Williamsburg..
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P7010192.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P7010192.jpg)

Bruton Parrish Episcopal Church, est. 1654...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P7010166.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P7010166.jpg)

:)
Diana

[Kara29]

Hi EVERYONE,

Your photos are so intersesting. How nice for us to get out and do something we love and to spend time with family and friends.

The Fireworks.....well we had some issues with the position of them. They changed the position on us twice so we were not as prepared as we wanted to be. I'm hoping that we will get some on Wednesday. Here is some of them.

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_Firworks9.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/Firworks9.jpg)

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_Firworks5.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/Firworks5.jpg)

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_Fireworks7.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/Fireworks7.jpg)

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_Fireworks4.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/Fireworks4.jpg)

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_Firework3.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/Firework3.jpg)

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_Firework2.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/Firework2.jpg)

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_Firework1.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/Firework1.jpg)

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_NightTime.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/NightTime.jpg)

I think I like taking pictuers of other subjects better.

Kara

[SharonA]

Kara...I could hear the booms and the crackle of those fireworks. Thanks for sharing them. I love the Moon picture!!!!

Mel...Thank you very much for sharing the pic of your grandaughter. She is so cute.

D...Okay...this is not fair. *She says as she stomps the ground with her foot and pouts* You get to go to all the cool places. All we have around here is Graceland. YUCK

[SharonA]

D...I bet you thought I forgot. Ha Ha...No way!!!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR DIANA

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU

:woohoo: :dance: :birthday: :kiss:

[dg2901]

Sharon---i have to give you many thanks for the birthday wishes!! Wow, you sang--or did you hum?--Happy Birthday, you danced (always entertianing) AND you wore a party hat!!!..hahahaha..You ROCK!!! :D :kiss:

Kara--well I must give you props for those fireworks photos!!!! Well done!! I especially like #3 and #4. :woohoo:

I got the Canon--last night as my husband lay sleeping!..haha--and messed around a bit this morning with it. I'll be uploading the pics soon so hopefully i'll have at least one pic to share.
Right now though, I'm off for a scrumptious sushi dinner! :D :D

Y'all have a great day!!
Til the next visit.............
:hi:
Di

[dg2901]

Decided to upload real quick before I left...These are test shots I took this morning with the Canon....

the Canon XTI as seen through the lens of the Olympus..
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P7010281.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P7010281.jpg)

just opened up this morning...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0043.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0043.jpg)

Hey!! Where do you think you're going with my Olympus?....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0053-1.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0053-1.jpg)

last grandbird leaves the nest...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0050.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0050.jpg)

Ok, now I'm off..:)
Til next time..
:)
D

[Janie Miranda]

http://jane-alexander.smugmug.com/photos/168868989-M.jpg
Hope you have a wonderful day!!

[Janie Miranda]

Mel, your grandaughter is really cute!

[Mel53H]

280

Thank you! Here is another one.

[dg2901]

Jane--THANK YOU for the birthday wishes, and taking the time to create a card!! I'm touched!!! :kiss:

Mel--quite the cutie! :)

Went out last night and played around with the Canon. The results...

Portsmouth Naval hospital as seen from Nauticus cruise terminals..
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0175_2.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0175_2.jpg)

view down Main Street..
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0192_2.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0192_2.jpg)

wish one of these had my name on it!...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0128_2.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0128_2.jpg)

and a rose bud for all my friends here on the boards....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0038-1.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0038-1.jpg)

:hi:
D

[dg2901]

I'm awake so what better to do than share pics..:D

WJC, JR sends his "hello"...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P7020353.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P7020353.jpg)

I believe is this a cat tail....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P7020484.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P7020484.jpg)

dont know what these are, however I think they're pretty....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P7020486.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P7020486.jpg)

no clue, but its pretty...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P7020392.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P7020392.jpg)

:)
D

[Kara29]

D,

The new Camera is Fabulous!!!! I love the COLOR and DETAIL! :woohoo:
That rosebud is delicate and serene.

How Exciting!

Kara

[dg2901]

Kara--I'm just loving the new cameras. Havent decided which one I like best though..hahaha..They're pretty much identical except for the MP--the Olympus is 8.1 and the Canon 10.1. Unless a large print is going to be made, there really isnt much difference in the two sizes. I tell you though, SLR is a slap in the face having never used anything but point-and-shoot. They had the best of me there for a while.
Anymore fireworks planned? And I meant to ask, did you use a preset on your camera or did you manually set it up?

Hope everyones having a great day!
:)
Diana

[Kara29]

Diana,

We used the preset fireworks function for some of them and then my Husband used manual settings for the rest. I'll have to ask him what he used for the settings. I think we are going to go to the lake for the fourth tomorrow but not positive about it. I would love to come and shoot some photos of my kitties and my house with your cameras!!! That would be great. Are you going to do fireworks???

Here's my take for the day....

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_Flower1.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/Flower1.jpg)


Kara

[Janie Miranda]

Beautiful yellow flower Kara! It is really perfect on that dark background.

Diana you are already getting outstanding results with your DSLRs! You are a natural, girl! :-)
I just love those city night shots. Our city is such that you take your life in your hands if you go out at night so my photos are all day shots!:lmao:

[dg2901]

Kara--gorgeous flower!! The color against the black is wonderful! :)
If you venture down the lake dont forget to have your camera handy! We'll all be waiting to see what you did fun! :)

Jane--why thank you ma'am for the lovely compliment!.:D..haha..I wont tell you that I've used words never before heard the last few days when in the presence of those camera..:cussing:
We've been into the city twice over the last couple of days. The first night we walked around from 1:30am til 4:00am, and last night from 1am-2:30am. It was so peaceful, and never mind how much fun we had messing with the cameras.

Sharon, Tracey, Mel, Suebee....:hi:

Theres a neighborhood July 4th celebration that I'm hoping to spend some time at today then I believe we're venturing to the oceanfront for fireworks. With any hope and a lot of luck, I'll have pics to post..haha..Hope everyone else has pics to share as well.

Everyone have a safe and happy 4th!!!
:)
D

[Kara29]

We are so new at this camera thing. For the fireworks my Husband used ISO80, a F Stop of around 2.7, and a shutter speed of around 3 seconds to 6 seconds. He's like to go to a faster shutter speed, a higher F Stop. We'll see.

Today it has been raining all darn day. I don't want to go to the lake. Our funds are so low today that I don't know if I will have enough money for batteries for the camera. I'm really depressed because of the not being able to work thing with being on disability. I want to make things better for us finacially.

Sorry.........at pity party for me today. I've slept all day. We get paid tomorrow so hopefully I will be feeling better. It's just so hard to literally live check to check.

Photo for today: http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_1589.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_1589.jpg)

I hope to see all of your photos from the fourth later on!!! I hope you are all enjoying better weather than we are.

Kara

[Mel53H]

I am sorry that you are feeling down in the dumps. I understand about the living from paycheck to paycheck, because I do too. It sucks!:cussing:

Maybe we need to win the lottery, but you have to play to win, and I don't have the money to play!!:lmao: I hope you have a good 4th. Hang in there, Kara.:grouphug:

Mel

[dg2901]

Kara--those flowers are gorgeous! great color! :)
Hopefully you're feeling better today!
Have you thought about purchasing the rechargeable battery for your camera? Its a lot cheaper in the long run.

Speaking of cameras..anybody want to buy mine??..I'm over it!!!

:hi:
D

[Janie Miranda]

Kara,
your dianthus photo is lovely. Sorry that you are having a hard time right now. Sending a hug your way..

Diana:

Oh NOOOOOOO, Diana! Don't give up on your cameras yet! I have to admit the entire first year I had mine, I thought I had bought a lemon cuz I couldn't get reliable results. I kept mine in auto modes and frankly I could have done better with a point and shoot camera. Then I got on some yahoo lists for photography and those folks helped me get better and learn a lot.

To sum up the most important stuff I've learned in a few sentences:
1. Always check your white balance when you change conditions. If you go from shade to sun, indoors or outdoors, any change, make sure your white balance is set correctly. Sometimes Auto White Balance just doesn't cut it.

2. Always make sure your ISO is set right. Use the lowest ISO you can for the conditions and you will cut back on noisy photos.

3. I do best with the shutter priority setting (TV on the canon) -- make sure your shutter speed is always set higher than the lens you are using. If you have a 300mm lens, set the shutter speed up to 350 or higher. If you have your lens set at 75 set your shutter speed up over 100. Then look at your images and if they are too dark set the ISO up a little higher or use flash. I always set the fastest shutter speed I can get that will still let in enough light. Bracing against something when you shoot can hold the camera steadier and prevent blur too.

4. Use the histogram on your camera . . . scroll through the display modes until you find the little graph. That graph will tell you if your photos are too dark or too light. If the bulk of the graph is on the left - too dark and if the bulk (or any sharp spikes) are on the right then things are too light and you have "blown out" highlights.

5. Buy a good software editing program like Adobe Elements and you can turn a lot of "iffy" photos into pretty good ones. I use PhotoShop CS3 and believe me I've turned a lot of "pig's ears into silk purses" . It's easiest to correct photos that are a little too dark than if they are too light and blown out. If you get really bad blown out highlights there is nothing you can do about it, except cry and delete the photo!

I'm sure there is more hints but these are the most important things that have helped me.

PS. From what I've seen you have been getting some remarkable results already.
jane

[Kara29]

Janie,

Thanks for giving us all advice on our cameras. It's helpful. I'm still depressed today. It's been raining here. We did not go to the lake for the fireworks but I figure we had our share of fireworks over the weekend so it's ok.

Diana,

Some days with the cameras are just "pick it up later on" days. I have lots of days like that with lots of things. I just have to come back to it at a later time when I am refreshed and can try again. You'll get it. It's a work in progress with such a new piece of equipment. It will probably take me 5 years before I learn my camera. I love your photos so far!

Hey Mel:hi: :hi: Good to see you!

Maybe we'll see some better days ahead.

Hugs to you all.

Kara

[dg2901]

Jane---thanks for the tips!! Much appreciated! :D

Kara--i got SO frustrated with the camera last night that I just crammed it into the bag and have no desire, at least for the time being, to pick it up again. Patience isnt a word I'd use to describe me so I have a feeling parting with the camera, should I ever pick it up again, is going to be quite routine. :loco:

:hi:
D

[Kara29]

Diana,

Here's some incentive for ya....look at the wonderful "thing" I took a photo of Today..........I'm so hurting for some pretty subjects to take photos of. I swear to GOD it's bigger than my 25 pound cat!!! I took it from my window because I had no incentive to go out today other than to get the mail. I look foward to seeing your daily photos when you feel better about (Mr. Camera 2007) I liked your point and shoot photos.

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_Woody1.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/Woody1.jpg)

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_Woody2.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/Woody2.jpg)

HUGS to you!!

Kara

[dg2901]

Kara---hahahahaha..that little fella is a cutie!!! Is it a gopher? beaver? :help: Regardless, he's adorable!! Nothing like a bit of nature to brighten up the day! :)

Heres a pic I took with the Olympus this weekend in Colonial Williamsburg; my husband is in the printing business.
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P7010209.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P7010209.jpg)

:)
Diana

[tigger_gal]

here is my son right after his hair cut today
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c67/tigger_gal01/Jacobs%20Page/HPIM4317.jpg

[dg2901]

Tigger---what an adorable picture! :D

:)
Diana

[SharonA]

Jake got scalped!!!!! I bet it will easier for Mom to take care of.

D...Is that a Ground Hog? Colonial Williamsburg is one of those places I want to visit. I also want to go to Plymouth, MA to see the Plymouth Colony Site. I have at least one relative who came over on the Mayflower and there is a replica of his house built where his house was supposed to have stood back in the 1600s.

[dg2901]

Sharon--Williamsburg is such a neat area. As is Jamestown and Yorktown--to think of all the history that happened there is a bit mind-boggling. If you ever want a relaxing, peaceful and educational vacation Williamsburg is it.
Like you, I'd like to visit Plymouth as well. It would be neat for you to be able to see the relatives home and learn about life back then! My closest friend's mom's family came over on the Mayflower--her ancestors are the Carters. It would be so cool if you could make those trips one day. :)

Here are a few more I took in Williamsburg. These were taken along Duke of Gloucester Street....

World famous restaurant, The Trellis; owned and operated by Marcel Desaulniers....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P7010157.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P7010157.jpg)

looks like the British are taking over.....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P7010212.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P7010212.jpg)

reenactment...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P7010197.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P7010197.jpg)

which building this is escapes me at the moment..
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P7010195.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P7010195.jpg)

part of the cemetary on the grounds of Bruton Parish church. Plots date back to the late 1600's.....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P7010170.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P7010170.jpg)

a craft shop....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P7010158.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P7010158.jpg)

:)
Diana

[Kara29]

Diana,

Williamsburg is georgeous. I love gift shops. I love to collect candles from the various places visited.

I think that was a photo of a woodchuck.

Photo for Today: http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_Orange.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/Orange.jpg)


I'm so glad to see your photos again Diana!

Kara

[dg2901]

Kara---your flower pictures are getting prettier and prettier. The colors on this last one are gorgeous!
The husband asked me tonight when I'd like to go to Botanical Gardens. After viewing all these flower pictures, I'm ready to go now! :)
And thanks for species correction of your little woodchuck friend! :)
Anytime y'all are up for a trip to Williamsburg, I'm game! Its a quick 40 minute drive from my house--I'll meet y'all there!..:D

Jane--you're missed! :)

Tracey--we're still waiting on your icky bug shot!..:)

Suebee--where you been keeping yourself the last few days? :hmm:

Sharon--:hi:

Heres my dog being herself....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P7040583.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P7040583.jpg)

and her again--she acts as if the world will come off its axis if I forget to save her the last little bit of my coffee.....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0223.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0223.jpg)

:)
Diana

[Janie Miranda]

Hi everyone. Got some good news. John had his heart cath and they said everything looked good so he didn't need the angioplasty. Whew.Big sigh of relief here!

Kara, that orange hibiscus is gorgeous. I love your presentation in the photo.
Diana, enjoyed your photos of colonial williamsburg. You guys have so many neat places to go and photograph!

I've been digital scrapbooking but not taking too many new photos. I am waiting on some extension tubes to use with my macro lens. You are suppose d to get some great macros using these tubes. I hope I can get the hang of using them.

Chat with you all soon!

[dg2901]

Jane--I was just getting ready to inquire about your husbands cath--so glad that everything turned out OK!! :)
So whats with these extension tubes you speak of?--inquiring minds want to know! :)

Heres a picture that y'all can relate to.....
http://thumb13.webshots.net/t/58/458/4/1/84/2132401840080161753SIPPCW_th.jpg (http://good-times.webshots.com/photo/2132401840080161753SIPPCW) \

:)
Diana

[Janie Miranda]

Diana,
I found this which explains it better than I can:

"Extension tubes are designed to enable a lens to focus closer than its normal set minimum focusing distance. Getting closer has the effect of magnifying your subject (making it appear larger in the viewfinder and in your pictures). They are exceptionally useful for macro photography, enabling you to convert almost any lens into a macro lens"

Kenko makes extension tubes for our Canon cameras. I'm hoping to add it to the macro lens I just bought and get some REALLY up close and personal bug shots!! LOL

Loved your restroom shot! Where was that taken?
jane

[sandymarie]

Kara,

I love the deer nest. I have never seen one. I had the priviledge in the past to have the vet. here call if they got in an orphaned deer. One tiny just walked up to my husband and cried. My poodle cleaned it off. It was new born. The mom was killed when a tree fell while some men were cutting wood. I fed him with a bottle and walked him with a leash. We did fine for a while, he slept in our fireplace and woke me up once a night at my bedside nudging me for a bottle. I was so lazy, I already had it beside the bed. One night he got into our bed and peed on my husbands side. He had to go outside after that. his name was buck. Later we raised a little doe named Hannah Elizabeth. They were so precious. thanks for reminding me of a good time when I was well or better anyway. I wanted to be a vet. and couldn't due to circumstances but later raised a lot of orphaned rabbits , puppies. kittens, racoon and a squirrel 12 years old when he passed, and baby cockatiels. Those were the good old days.

Thanks again

J.J.:angel:

[Kara29]

Allen and I went to A Place called Beaver Lake Nature Center. We decided to hike the trails. We walked a trail called the Three Meadows. We saw daisies and other wild flowers that danced on the warm breeze. We also walked through a Bog Trail. This is where we saw the most wildlife. They had yellow warbles and insect eating pitcher plants. We also walked in pine meadows, woodlands, hemlock hollows, the deep woods, and also skirted the edge of the lake. The photos speak for themselves but the experience was more than I can write about. It was a great day, one I wish to always remember.

I will post some of the photos here and the rest of them will be on my photocucket. http://s142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/?start=all Thank you for letting me share our experience with you!

Have a great day!

Kara


(This is Jack) He was right at my feet
http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_1797.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_1797.jpg)

Allen and Kara learning how to use our self timer shots
http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_1862.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_1862.jpg)

The Adult supervising Jack (Genna)
http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_1790.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_1790.jpg)

Whistmer
http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_1768.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_1768.jpg)


http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_1782.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_1782.jpg)

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_1753.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_1753.jpg)

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_1735.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_1735.jpg)

Thinking about blowing this one up and putting it in my front hall
http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_1827.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_1827.jpg)

[Kara29]

Here's a few more from our outing. I am so glad I was having a pain free day. I could NOT WAIT to come home and show you these photos. We talked about how exciting it would be to add these to all of our summer photos that we've all taken so far. I wish we could have all been out there together with all of our cameras. We would have come up with some great shots.

Diana,

I'm so happy to see you back. I love your cameras, BOTH of them! Your Dog has WONDERFUL TASTE!!! I love Starbucks iced mocha lattes (decaf) I will save some for your Dog the next time I go for one.

Janie,

We talked about your macro lens a lot yesterday and thought of you as we took many of the close ups. Wishing you had been there for it.

JJ,

I'm glad that we brought back some good memories of your life. You will always be wonderful with animals. It's in your heart, no matter how sick you are. I too am an animal lover. My bunny is now 12 years old.

Tracey, Suebee, and Sharon, :hi: :hi: From the East, Missing you all!

This is Tobey
http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_1712-1.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_1712-1.jpg)

This is Merdis
http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_1708-1.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_1708-1.jpg)

And I'm just in love with yellows and reds and oranges
http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_1679.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_1679.jpg)

[Mel53H]

I just love how you name all of the creatures!:smile tee Love the photos!!

[Kara29]

Thanks Mel!!!:hi:

I hope you are enjoying a nice day!

Kara

[SharonA]

What wonderful pictures, Kara. Thank you for sharing your day with us. I love that tiny frog, Tobey and Jack, the fawn. (((hugs)))

[dg2901]

Jane--not long after I posted about the lens-extension tubes, I realized that I knew what you were referring to. I've looked at them in the past, just never gave them much thought since I didnt have a camera to use them with.
I'm looking forward to hearing your opinion and even moreso SEEING your results with them. :D

The bathroom picture (had to upload to Webshots as Photobucket wasnt cooperating with me last night!.grrr!) was taken last weekend at the outlet shops in Williamsburg. We specifically parked at that end of the shopping center for the benefit of having a restroom nearby---imagine my frustration when seeing plywood and a padlock! Fortunately the customer service area is just around the corner complete with lovely restrooms! :D

Kara--lovely, lovely pictures!! Looks like you and the husband had a wonderful time!! I'm still taken by just how close you were to baby "Jack"!
The picture of you and your husband would look wonderful blown up and converted to black and white---lovely candid shot!!!

Hope everyone's having a great weekend!
:)
Diana

[Kara29]

Diana,

We actually took one in black and white:

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_1863.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_1863.jpg)

We are still talking about Jack. It was the highlight of our day.

Do you like webshots better than photobucket?

Kara

[dg2901]

Kara..hahahaha--I just flipped through your photobucket and saw the B&W..:)..I say its frame-worthy! :)

And no, I'm not too fond of Webshots--prefer Photobucket for sharing.
I've been meaning to ask you, have you ever ventured over to Flickr?

:)
Diana

[Kara29]

Diana,

I did venture to flicker and I actually HATED it. I don't even remember my password because I stopped using it a year ago. I so far like photocuket the best. The only thing about photobucket that kinda sucks is that you have to purchase the pro bucket to do anything cool with music and large slideshows and such. I also am not a fan of myspace. It's so hard to use for photo stuff.

Kara

[dg2901]

Kara---I'm a Flickr addict..hahaha..I've been known to spend hours at a time browsing through there. Although now I've got enough contacts and groups that browsing is pretty much limited to those.
Flickr used to be the easiest host site for sharing pictures. It was several months ago that they changed their sharing format. I now prefer Photobucket for sharing purposes.
Funny you should mention Myspace..while I've had an account for close to 2 years, I've just recently started using it to keep in touch with friends. Photobucket is compatible with Myspace, meaning that anything you have on Photobucket can be easily posted onto a Myspace page.

:D
Diana

[Kara29]

Diana,

That is good information to know about Flicker and Myspace.

Kara

[dg2901]

Looks as if its been quiet here today. I ventured out today, camera in hand and didnt take one picture. :tsk: So, I'll have to contribute one I took a couple of days ago.
I dont think I've posted this one yet. If so, just call me senile..:).....
WJC, JR....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P7010324.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P7010324.jpg)

:hi:
Diana

[Kara29]

WJC JR reminds me of two cats I had when I was growing up. Mugger and Smugly. I dont' have photos of them.

I went out with my camera today but came home empty handed as well. I will pick one from Saturday.

I will have to add it later because photobucket is down right now...

Kara

[dg2901]

Kara--we must have been sending each other signals.."dont you dare touch that shutter button!"..haha..Actually, I was quite irritated with the husband so it was all I had just to get our errands done and back home. Stopping to enjoy the camera was out of the question..juvenile or what!?!..hahaha
Too bad you dont have pics of Mugger and Smugly--love the names btw! :)

:)
Diana

[tigger_gal]

here is a couple pictures of Jake and I, after we both cut our Hair.
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c67/tigger_gal01/Jacobs%20Page/mommyandjake7-2007.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c67/tigger_gal01/Jacobs%20Page/jakeandmommy7-2007.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c67/tigger_gal01/Jacobs%20Page/HPIM4317.jpg

[Kara29]

Cindy,

I love your photos. Your Hair looks great like that. Did you color it too your is that still your own natural color? Jake is so sweet!

Kara:smile tee

[Kara29]

Diana,

When I was growing up Mugger and Smugly were my brothers. Seriously. I just had a sister and we always wanted brothers but they ended up being four legged instead. It didn't matter whe loved them with all of our hearts. Mugger was born before I was and he was with me for 14 years.

It always seems that when I am ready to shoot photos the universe is not ready or when I don't have the camera or run out of batteries the perfect opportunity to shoot seems to arise.

[dg2901]

Cindy---cute pictures! I'm assuming you cut your own hair? I too am a cosmetologist, however I wouldnt dare attempt that feat! :)

Kara--thats cute you considered your kitties your brothers. :cat: .:) I have a brother who I would have loaned you had I known!..hahahahaha..:D

Hope everyones well!
Diana

[Janie Miranda]

Cindy,
Love your haircut and Jake is adorable!
http://jane-alexander.smugmug.com/photos/171429802-M-1.jpg
Here are some roses from my garden. This is about the only clump of roses I have on my climbing rose vine. The rest of the plant looks pretty scraggly but this small group looked fresh and lovely i thought.

Diana, love your beautiful black kitty photo. He is such a beauty!
Kara, the pansy is beautiful. I need to plant some of those in my garden next year.
http://jane-alexander.smugmug.com/photos/171414949-M-1.jpg
Here's a couple of photos taken with my new extension tubes. LOVE 'em! They really give my macro lens some extra "zing"
http://jane-alexander.smugmug.com/photos/171414874-M-1.jpg

Hey, where is Sharon hiding? Hope she is feeling OK.

[dg2901]

Jane--your roses are beautiful!! My smaller rose bush sprouted a few new blooms a couple of days ago. i went out today to snap a picture and they were all dried up..:(..Its been so dry around here that nothings blooming, and what was is now a lovely shade of brown.
Your extension tubes--about how much do they improve the macro distance, do you know? The picture of the ants is quite the close-up..and the clarity--wow!!

Sharon--where for art thou?

:)
Diana

[Kara29]

Janie,

I'm drooling at your roses..........

I'm havin serious problems with photobucket. They are still doing maitenance on it and I can't get in. Is there any way besides attaching then through attachments that are so darn small.....

Meaning how do you just attach a regular photo from your computer while photobucket is down?

Like the ones Janie and Cindy did. (I know how to do clickable thumbnails from photobucket but cant do it right now because its down)

Thanks for all of the help...

Lake

Kara

[Kara29]

I'm too afraid to ask but how much are the macro lenses............I have a Canon Power Shot S3IS.

I may just have to wait for Christmas.

Kara

[dg2901]

Kara--Photobucket has been acting strangely with me as well. Its been taking forever to get a picture to upload the last couple of days. I did, however have success with it just a few minutes ago, so perhaps whatever maintenance they were doing is complete now....?
Other sites that you might consider checking out (besides Flickr.hahaha) are Webshots, SmugMug, Yahoo photos, Shutterfly...I think Walmart and Ritz Camera also allow file sharing--dont quote me on that though......thats all I can think of right off hand.
Hopefully Jane will see this post and put her 2 cents worth in since she's very into her photography. She'll know all the sites, I'm sure..:)

Heres a picture of Nauticus Maritime Museum. While its a bit of an eyesore during the day, its kinda cool looking at night....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0196-1.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0196-1.jpg)

wild cherries in my backyard...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0348.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0348.jpg)

seems someone thinks my son ought to clean his car...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0366.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0366.jpg)


:D
Diana

[Kara29]

Diana,

I love the cherries. I'm a night person by nature so I like to see night time shots. Pretty Cool.

I joined a photo group here where I live but they are WAYYYY Professional. They are actually going to Bever Lake on the 18th. I'm going to go and see if I can learn something. Maybe just to meet some new people. We'll see what kind of photos I come up with. I'm kinda scared.

I wonder if it will be hard to transfer all of my photos to a new site. I wish there was a way to do the whole thing at once.

I still can't get in...............GRRRRRRRRRRRRR I guess I will have to look into the other sites.

Kara

[dg2901]

Kara--thats exciting to hear that you've joined a local photo group! :woohoo: I'm sure you'll learn lots of useful and nest tips and tricks! You have to promise to share all your valuable information though :D..:help: Cant wait to see the pics!!

The picture of the cherries was taken this morning. I was playing around with settings. That particular picture was taken with settings: 55mm; 1/100 exposure; aperture f/5.6; ISO 400. Its blurry because I didnt have my glasses on. :)

Heres another picture of the cherries taken this morning as well with different settings..37mm; aperture f/5; 1/60 exposure; 400 ISO.....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0333.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0333.jpg)


Hopefully you've gotten into Photobucket by now.
:)
Diana

[Kara29]

I like the 2nd Cherry photo better. I am having a real painful day (a period/fibro day). I can't move. Allen has to do some shopping for us as I am stuck but he doesn't mind. I'm not going to mess with moving my photos today. I just hope the bucket goes back up by tomorrow. I would throw up a photo in here but I have no idea how to do it without using bucket.

I will share what I learn from that group. I told them that I dont have anything exciting and that I am really new at this whole thing.

I was going to go to the library today to return and get some new books but I am in too much pain to do that.

What a bummer. Do you have any flowers. That could brighten the mood.

Sorry I am in such a slump today.

Kara

[Janie Miranda]

Kara,
My photos like the rose and ant photos were linked from SmugMug. I really like SmugMug. It is not free but if you decide to join you can get a 5 dollar off coupon from my smugmug site (IM me and I'll send the link):

PhotoBucket is the only other one I use to link photos but since I've had the smugmug account I haven't been doing it as much. I kind of like Photobucket's clickable thumbnails though.

Diana, I got a BIG kick out of that wash me car photo!

Hope everyone feels pretty good tomorrow.

[dg2901]

Jane--the sad part about that 'wash me" picture--its been on there for over a week!..:biglaugh:

Kara--sorry to hear you're having a rotten day! Hopefully tomorrow will be much better for you!!!
Since you asked for flower pics, I shall oblige with pics taken today.....

1.......
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P7100735.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P7100735.jpg)

2......
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P7100733.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P7100733.jpg)

3......
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P7060663_3.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P7060663_3.jpg)

4......
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0377.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0377.jpg)

and Meatball for good measure.....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0386_2.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0386_2.jpg)

:hi:
Diana

[Waves]

OK, I feel really dumb, but can somebody tell me how to do this?

[dg2901]

Waves--do you want to know how to attach a photo in an email, or how to post a picture on here?

Email--once you've got the body of the email open, you go to "attach" or "insert" file (the icon generally looks like a paper clip). Browse your computer to the file that contains your pictures; select the file you want to attach. Repeat this process until all the files you want to send is chosen. Send the email.

To post a picture on here you first need to have your pictures uploaded to a picture hosting site such as Photobucket, Webshots, SmugMug, etc.
Depending on which site you're using as a host will depend on how exactly to proceed. Let us know which site you're using and one of us can then instruct you further. :)

:D
Diana

[Waves]

Put them in the post as people have been doing. When I tried, I get a request for a website, but I don't have a website? I can't seem to get them from my computer file or (new) digital camera.

Thanks!

[SharonA]

D...What do the initials WJC stand for? I'm with Kara...I like Cherries # 2. Also love all the flowers. Especially #1. Oh and of course, Meatball looks good.

Tig...Love the Glam Shots.

Janie and D...I'm right here. Just being lazy. My mom used to tell me that I was born tired and never got rested up. :lmao:

Janie...Those pics of the roses, moth and ants are great. Isn't all the rain we are finally getting wonderful. I hope we get some more tonight.

Kara...Sorry today is not the best. You asked for flowers...ta da!!!

This is one of my Crape Myrtle Bushes. It also shows blue sky which we have not seen around here for a couple of days thanks to some much needed rain.

http://www.camerafire.com/sharonpix2/DSC00943.jpg

[Kara29]

Thanks for the flowers and Meatball! They were all uplifting. Photobucket is still down. I'm going shopping to lift my day. I hope you are all enjoying a nice day.

Kara

[dg2901]

Waves---getting them from your digital camera to your computer should be just a matter of attaching your camera and selecting your upload or transfer option (each camera is different).
Getting them into a post does require having them hosted on a website such as the ones I listed. Thats simply a matter of registering with the site, then uploading the pictures.
Does this help?..if you need more specifics dont hesitate to ask. We'd love for you to share your pics so we'll do all we can to help get you started. It sounds more involved than it actually is. :)

Kara---I'm not having any trouble with Photobucket today. Hmmmmm, not sure whats happening on your end..:hmm: Are you not able to log on at all? Or is it just taking an unusually long time to upload? If its the latter, I was experiencing this yesterday and found that if I refreshed the page and started the upload over, it worked better.
Hope you're feeling better today!! :)

Sharon--WJC, is short for William Jefferson Clinton. Now, dont everyone start bashing me for this, especially those that are Republican--this is my cats chosen name and I have to live with him! :biglaugh: :biglaugh:
Your crepe myrtle is gorgeous!!! :) Especially so against that blue sky! :)

the neighborhood park.....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P7100699_4.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P7100699_4.jpg)

:hi:
Diana

[Kara29]

I am back in. Here's my photos for the day:


(This is Mac; stands for Detective Mac Taylor (Gary Sinise) on CSI NY
http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_1813.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_1813.jpg)

This tree reminds me of something that would be in the original book the Hobbit (I first read it in 7th grade)
http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_1759-1.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_1759-1.jpg)

This tree is.............well interesting to say the least
http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_1804.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_1804.jpg)

How far was that park from your home Diana? (I love WJC's name) It gives him....character

Kara

[daphnej]

http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l28/XSoraLoverX/new.jpg

[daphnej]

My daughter does it for me, she is 15, I am learning. I need her to help me set up my account her with a picture. My daughter sends the pics from our computer to photobucket and resizes them (important) then like you said uses the URL.

[dg2901]

Kara--what interesting trees! Is that first one uprooted? The 2nd tree pic looks like the perfect place for little critters to retreat. :) Now, regarding your squirrel picture--that was the whole reason behind me venturing to the park yesterday, to get some squirrel pics for a friend. Do you think there was one squirrel to be found??????..nope!..hahaha.
That park is straight up my street approximately a mile--not far at all. :)
And I'm glad someone likes my kitty's name..hahaha..Needless to say, I take the brunt of some rather odd/nasty comments from people every now and then. :tsk:

Daphne--I must say that you have quite the view!! Gorgeous!! :) Glad that you've joined us over here and hope you become a regular..:)

Suebee--yoooooowhooooooo, you've been MIA..hope everythings well with you! :)

Tracey--you slacker! You need to return to us, and soon! :)

a fountain in the middle of the lake at the park.....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0418_3.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0418_3.jpg)

Hope everyones well!
:hi:
Diana

[Kara29]

Daphne,

What a beautiful view. You must never want to leave your house! Being around water is my passion. I would love to some day wake up that way.

Diana,

That fountain picture is great! I have one in my yard. I think I have a photo of it somewhere I will have to look.

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_0580.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_0580.jpg)


Tomorrow night I signed up to go to a horse show for photo taking. If I am well enough we wont go until 6:00PM. It's at the fairgrounds down the road from me so it's not too far. I wan't going to go because I am not really interested in horses but maybe someone else will be. I also need to learn the camera and this will give me some time with it. I'm really nervous and feel like just using the automatic button because I dont want to hold everyone up. I may end up doing that. I could still come up with something nice that way.

Give WJC and Meatball a kiss and hug for me. Sweet Dreams.

Kara

[dg2901]

Kara---lovely fountain view! Like you, I love to be around the water; good thing as this area is nothing but. :)
I think its great that you're venturing out to this horse show! Dont dare back out simply because you're a little unsure of the camera. its all a learning process and from my experience, photographers, be it professional, intermediate or beginner, are very friendly people..and quite helpful. I'm not sure what exactly you're nervous about with your camera, however if its something in particular (settings, how to, etc), dont hesitate to do an online search for help/explanations/etc.
I'll bet you'll have lots of great pics to share! :) And Jane will be thrilled as she's a horse lover if memory serves me correctly. :)

Rosalie--you've been MIA too...what gives?? :hmm:

I'll leave y'all with this picture of a local marina...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P7100753.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P7100753.jpg)

:hi:
Diana

[SharonA]

Daphne...Okay, I am officially jealous. What a gorgeous view!!!

D...I will keep all comments about the name to myself :lmao: but I now know why he goes by WJC. :lmao:

Kara...Looking forward to all the horsey shots. Love the funky trees. They are a lot of fun to look at. They take my imagination to tales of fairies and leprechauns.

Another Crepe Myrtle Shot: They are the only thing in bloom right now.
http://www.camerafire.com/sharonpix2/DSC00944.jpg

[Janie Miranda]

Wow Daphne. I'm jealous! That is a beautiful "yard"

Sharon, I have a twin of your crepe myrtle in my yard - same color exactly! Glad to see you are "rested" up and back! <grin>

WJC! Love it. Diana! I'm almost afraid to ask how he earned his "chosen" name! LOL

Kara, can't wait to see the horse show photos. I love horses and used to be an avid rider and member of the "horsey set" LOL

No freaking out now guys, but here are some bug shots taken with my macro and the three extension tubes! The blue bug looked like a dragonfly but it was smaller. Somebody told me it was a "damsel fly"
http://jane-alexander.smugmug.com/photos/172267365-M-1.jpg
http://www.pbase.com/jane_alexander/image/82125165

[Janie Miranda]

http://jane-alexander.smugmug.com/photos/172293705-M.jpg

[Kara29]

I'm very tired and kind of having a bad pain night but I wanted to share a few of the photos that we got from the horse show.

The horse show was boring but I met most of the people in the group. They were so nice and we had a lot of fun even though our subjects were boring.

This needs explanation......We really wanted to see the cows because we were all sick of the horses but we had to walk really far to gt to them. Ok, so the sun was setting. This photo was taken on the backdrop of one of the cows. I think it was the best shot of the night!

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_2107.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_2107.jpg)

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_2009.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_2009.jpg)

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_2114.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_2114.jpg)

I'll put up some more for tomorrows photos. I am beat and not feeling well. I will catch up with all of your photos and talk when I get up tomorrow.
Thank you for being so supportive Diana. I was sooooo nervous before I left. Everyone stayed in a group but took photos at thier own pace. It wasn't until the very end when I was alone with the leader of the group that I learned the most info for today. I am looking foward to the Bever Lake trip next Wed.

Sweet Dreams to you all!

Kara

[Janie Miranda]

kara,
That shadow photo is AWESOME!
Sure hope you feel better tomorrow.

[dg2901]

Sharon--thanks for sparing me any "Clinton" comments..:biglaugh:
Your crepe myrtles remind me of my childhood. They were everywhere in my neighborhood. The house 2 doors down had a row of about 5 of them planted in their yard. I very rarily see them now. Thanks though to you for bringing back some lovely memories! :D

Jane---wow!!! all I can say is "is it live or is it Canon?!" :bow:

Kara--I'm so glad you went to that photogs meeting! I cant wait to 'hear' about all that you learned! And just think about how much fun, now that you're familiar with all that goes on, the trip to Bever Lake is going to be!
The close-up horse picture makes me laugh. Something about animals up close I find to be hilarious. And the shadow picture is cool! And the cows--who doesnt love a cow!?! :)

Today on the way home we witnessed a gorgeous sunset; guess who didnt have a camera with them? :tsk: So, swung by the house, grabbed a camera and ventured to the river in hopes of catching the tail end of it. Unfortunately the sun had already gone too far below the horizon. However, I figured might as well take a picture anyway..haha..Excuse the clarity as my vision was way off (moreso than normal for me) and I couldnt focus clearly.

overlooking the Elizabeth River last night at sunset.....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0467.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0467.jpg)

ominous clouds moving in Weds evening.....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0430.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0430.jpg)

WJC, Jr thanks everyone for sparing his momma the jokes..:D...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0461.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0461.jpg)

Ciao' for now....
Diana
PS--Tracey (traceann) asked me to relay the message that she'll be back posting soon; work and home life has been keeping her busy. :)

[SharonA]

Another memory for D.

http://www.camerafire.com/sharonpix2/DSC00945.jpg

D...WJC Jr has an attitude going on in that picture. Of course, what cat does not have an attitude. :lmao:

Kara...I, too love the shadow picture.

Janie...Those bug pictures are amazing.

Tracey...We miss you. Come back soon.

[dg2901]

Sharon--yet another wonderful crepe myrtle memory! Love it! :) I'm going to have to venture to the nursery and find me a tree!
Regarding WJC's attitude..haha..for some reason he wanted to be outside during that storm (pic posted); he got a bit frightened of the thunder and instead of me rescueing him, I stuck a camera in his face..:lmao:

Kara--anxiously awaiting your more detailed report from the photog excursion yesterday..:) And perhaps more pics...?

Jane, Tracey, etc---:hi:

Now, I've spent the last couple of hours trying to figure out why my IPhoto wasnt allowing me to send certain pictures via email. After finally resolving to Apple's online support boards I realized that I had DELETED the original files last night while cleaning up what I thought were files I no longer needed--wrong! So when I attempted to email from IPhoto it wasnt able to recognize/find the original file thus the error icon I kept getting.:rant: And on that note, I'm mentally exhausted (doesnt take much!) so I'm going to retreat to a bed for awhile in hopes of being able to catch a short nap! :)

Mahalo,
Diana

[Claredale]

Hi Jane and Sharon. I have some pictures I need to post, but I will need to learn all over again how to do it. Maybe tomorrow, I will sit down and put my "thinking cap" on.

Sharon, I know I am not the Tracey that you were referring to, but I hope you have missed me too! I haven't been on the boards in quite a while. I have kind of kept up a little with Janie though. Don't know if I told you that I am working again. Totally out of the insurance field. I did get a couple of calls form insurance companies this week matter of fact that I had applied for back in April when I first lost my job, but I had to decline. I just love my new job!

Hope to be able to post some fun pictures from our vacation!

T83

[Kara29]

I am doing another breeze through because I feel really sick. Migrane hit HARD! I am trying to rest today because Allen and I are going to the Sterling Renaissance Festival Tomorrow and I want to take lots of photos for you.

Janie My Husband is so moved by the close ups of the insects.

Diana I'm so glad you went back to get your camera for the sunset. I love the Elizabeth River shot. Who doesn't love the water and a sunset together with a birdge in it too. When I take animal photos, I often take them very close because I love to be near the face. It's a fetish or something I have with any animal.

Sharon I'd love to see more of your memory photos.

Traceann It will be nice ot have you back when you are able to. I hope work and your Mom are both OK.

Tracey83 Looking foward to seeing your vacation photos.


Ok as for my outing last night at the horse show. Here are a few more.....

(Trying to work on ISO and lighting)
http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_2083.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_2083.jpg)

(This is a photo of the sky, reflected in a puddle in the parking lot)
http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_2143.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_2143.jpg)

(I thought this cloud was pretty)
http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_2158.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_2158.jpg)

(I love fairies)
http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_2067.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_2067.jpg)

One of my favorite places to go every summer is the Ren Festival. I've never had a camera to take with me so this should be interesting. I'm excited. Just need to get some rest and banish this Migrane. Sometimes when I have a UTI I get really bad headaches so I am hoping that is not what this is.......

P.S. If I misspelled anything, please forgive me, I'm too sick to spell check it right now.

Kara

[dg2901]

Kara--those pics are great! The one of the horse is lovely; and good eye for noticing the sky reflection! :) Hopefully you'll be feeling better and will be able to enjoy yourself at the festival. I bet there will be all sorts of interesting things worthy of a picture or two..:)

Ok, I managed to catch the actual sunset tonight; same place as last night.......

river sunset...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P7130821.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P7130821.jpg)

another....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P7130845.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P7130845.jpg)

train trestle...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P7130859.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P7130859.jpg)

different shade of the sunset...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P7130854.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P7130854.jpg)

my view through the rivers bank overgrowth..
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_IMG_0561-1.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/IMG_0561-1.jpg)

our Element in its element....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/th_P7130863.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/P7130863.jpg)

we just love the little Element...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/overflow/th_IMG_0565.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/overflow/IMG_0565.jpg)


Peace til we meet again,
Diana

[SharonA]

T83...Of course I have missed you. It's good to hear from you, again. I guess you have had one busy time of it lately.

D...Those sunset picturess are great. I love sunsets. I also love sunrises. Loving them both makes for long days. :lmao:

Kara...Hope you are feeling better. Just because you asked so nicely:

http://www.camerafire.com/sharonpix2/DSC00946.jpg

[Janie Miranda]

T83 so glad to see you posting again. You have definitely been missed. Hope all is going well with the new job.

Kara I totally LOVED that photo of the beautiful pinto horse! What a lovely shot! I hope you are feeling better.

Diana, Wow! Now those are some amazing sunset shots! One of these days I need to wander down to the river and see what I can get! Your photos were really great!

I was so sorry to hear about the death in your family. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

http://jane-alexander.smugmug.com/photos/173000782-S.jpg

OK, OK, I admit I will photograph just about anything including flies! LOL

[Kara29]

Janie, That fly, the detail.........so amazing. It looks as though I could reach out and touch it. Even though I am not that into flies that is a great photo. I'm just glad it was outside.

Diana, Did I miss something? If so I am sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts are with you as you go through this difficult time. Your 2nd sunset shot was my favorite. I love the Color. Your Element must be fun to cruise around in.

Sharon Still looking foward to seeing more from you.


It was kind of hard because everything was moving so fast and there were so many people there. Each time I saw a good pic, someone would walk in front of me. We were with 4 other people so we also had to move with the crowd. I like taking photos when I'm not under pressure to move fast and keep moving. My Husband was practicing with a lot of the shots and they seemed awful grainy to me. Overall there were a few good ones and we had a GREAT time. I just wish I could have stood still long enough to get some really detailed photos.

We took so many, I could not pick.......

Here's a few photos from the Renaissance Festival.

This one looks WAY beter if you click on it and get a closer view.
http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_2532.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_2532.jpg)

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_2545.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_2545.jpg)

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_2442.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_2442.jpg)

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_2421.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_2421.jpg)

The rest are here: http://s142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/

I hope you are all having a nice night. I'm gonna catch up with everyone tomorrow. I've been sitting on my poor tailbone uploading photos for the past 2 hours. Weeding out from 340 photos.

Kara

[Kara29]

It's raining and very dreary here today. I thought this photo would be good for a dreary day. It's very strange but also intriguing.

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_2215.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_2215.jpg)

I hope most of you are enjoying nice sunny, warm, weather.

Kara

[dg2901]

Jane--love that pic of the fly! I cant believe you were able to get close enough to it to photograph it. Perhaps flies in your neck of the woods are a bit more relaxed..hahaha..:). You have a good eye for being able to find all these creepy crawlies!! Keep 'em comin'! :)
Thanks for the thoughts regarding our recent loss.

Sharon--I found 2 crape myrtles yesterday at a house around the corner from me and didnt have my camera! I've made a mental note to photograph theses tomorrow! :)

Kara--looks like you had a wonderful time at the festival! And wow, 340 pics!! The picture of you is lovely. The ladies in those dresses--I think thats my favorite so far. :)
Thanks for your condolences as well.

Heres another sunset picture from the other night....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/overflow/th_IMG_0569.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/overflow/IMG_0569.jpg)

Hope everyone had a great weekend!
Diana

[Kara29]

Diana,

Red Sky at Night Sailors Delight. Red sky in Morning, Sailors take Warning. I hope the Sailors in your area enjoyed a beautiful day out on the water the day after that sunset.

Thinking of you and hoping you have a calm, peaceful night.

Kara:angel:

[Janie Miranda]

Kara,
Loved the renassaince photos. I especially loved the one of you. You are a real natural beauty!
Diana those red sky photos are simply amazing!

[dg2901]

A few pics taken this evening at another lake...

this little guy lives outside my back door during the summer....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/overflow/th_IMG_0627.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/overflow/IMG_0627.jpg)

lovely little mimosa bloom....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/overflow/th_IMG_0618.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/overflow/IMG_0618.jpg)

Oak Grove lake..
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/overflow/th_IMG_0612.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/overflow/IMG_0612.jpg)

well would ya look at there....Sharon...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/overflow/th_IMG_0572.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/overflow/IMG_0572.jpg)

I'd post a pic of me at the lake, however I wasnt dressed for the ocassion and look a bit like Sasquatch!

:hi:
Diana

[Janie Miranda]

totally lovely photos Diana! You have gotten great color, detail and exposure in all of them!

[dg2901]

Thanks Jane!..:)...oh, I finally got my 'approval' for that Yahoo group. I'll be checking it out tomorrow night (monday)! :)

:)
Diana

[Janie Miranda]

Oh cool, Diana! I can't wait to see you online. Which one did you join?

[Photoboy61]

"Rememberance"

Taken on an island in Ontario, Canada. Location was an old church with a small grave yard in the front. The church was all boarded up, probably for many years. The sky was turning quite dark, which set up the mood for the picture.

[SharonA]

Photoboy...Where was that picture taken and what is the story behind it?

Janie...I think you have won the title of "Bug Lady". Great shot. Hubby is loving the buggy pictures.

Kara...I am partial to the flowers. Beautiful color.

D...Stop it. You're killing me with all the great shots of the beautiful scenery you have so close at hand. :lmao: Is that the missing frog from Tracey's garden? Did you do some frog napping? Thanks for the Myrtle picture.

Speaking of Crape Myrtles...Here is the last one of the bunch:

http://www.camerafire.com/sharonpix2/DSC00947.jpg

[SharonA]

This is a picture of the new sink in the Master Bath. Hubby raised the cabinet up to where it is almost to my waist. It is great because I don't have to bend to brush my teeth. He installed a new sink and made a drawer for the added area between the floor and bottom of the cabinet doors. The mirror, lights and faucet are new.

http://www.camerafire.com/sharonpix2/DSC00939.jpg

[dg2901]

Photoboy--nice picture, and I'd have to agree about the darkening sky setting the mood.

Jane--I joined the Feminine Perspective. I'll definitely be checking it out later on tonight. :)..........Any recent bug/macro pics?

Sharon--I"ll give you a break of the "beautiful scenery" in this area..haha..Perhaps I should post a few pics of the not-so-beautiful scenery--shouldnt be hard to find! :help:
Regarding the frog and me possibly being a frog-napper; I promise this little guy is not the one missing from Traceys garden. Or if he turns out to be, know that he showed up here on his own free will! :lmao:
You're bathroom is coming along nicely! I love all the new fixtures! Is it completely finished now?
And if you dont mind, could you send your handyman-husband to my house cause I need to have our kitchen sink raised. What time shall I expect him? You come along too!..:)

Kara; Tracey; etc..:hi:

:)
Diana

[SharonA]

Photoboy...Thank you for the information. It is a great picture. I love old grave yards. You can find some very interesting history in them.

D...No, the bath is not finished yet. Hubby needs to seal and polish the Marble in the shower. I am going to the cabin for a couple of days with girl friends and he is staying at home. He will do it while I am gone in case the fumes would bother me.

We still have to install the doors when they arrive. They have been ordered from a company that makes them according to our measurements. It will probably be another 3 to 4 weeks before they are in. They will be frame-less double french doors that will open into the shower or out into the bathroom.

This has been a long process and we still have another bathroom to go. At least this other one is one that we don't usually use. We have had to use it while working on the Master bath.

Hubby said that he would be happy to come do the work but he is very expensive. :lmao:

[Kara29]

Diana,
I love the little guy. Does he have a name. Oh HE is so precious!!

Janie,
Thanks for the compliments.


Sharon,
The new sink and mirror above the sink are stunning. I can't wait to see the shower when it's done. Of and of course the toilet.

Photoboy There is something absolutely fascinating about cemetaries and grave sites. In a respectful way though....

Photo for Today:

(This is my Maine Coon, Justin...He's a sweetheart.)
http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_2632.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_2632.jpg)

[dg2901]

Sharon--just how expensive is your husband?..hahaha..I'm good for about $3.84 and maybe a cold drink..:D
I'm sure you'll be glad when its all finished. Even when a remodel goes smoothly (i'm assuming yours has) its still a bit of an inconvenience, I'm sure.

Kara--no, the little frog hasnt been named..haha..any suggestions?
Your little Justin looks like he's quite the people kitty; Very cute picture!! :) :cat:

Heres another picture of my frog friend. Kevin took it last night; he was laid out on the ground right in the frogs face trying to get him to pose on command..hahaha...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/overflow/th_P7150897.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/overflow/P7150897.jpg)

:hi:
Diana

[Photoboy61]

Thank you all for your wonderful comments regarding my picture. I simply adore all of your pictures as well. Photography has always a source of therapy for me since I was diagnosed with IC in 2002. If I'm going through tough time I will pack up my photography gear and head out for the day. Usually it's the country side or somewhere near water. It lets all my pain and worries go away for a while.

Kara, I have to admire you for all your strength and courage. You've been through so much. I don't know how you do it, but I think you really love life and that gives you your strength. May God continue to give you strength
and keep you in his care. There are many people on this site whom, I really admire all their strength and courage.

This picture was taken in Northern Ontario, Canada, during a hike. Well I made a new friend during my hike. Well he looked at me and I looked at him. We just stood there a stared at each other. Well he must have thought I was Mr. Ranger. I thought he may be Boobo. I figured I better take the photo before Yogi showed up. I took the photo with my digital SLR with a 300mm lens. I didn't want to get too close. The telephoto lens really helped with that.

Have a great day!

[Janie Miranda]

Welcome photoboy! Wow! Close call with the bear! Would love to see your photos in a bigger size if possible.


Hey, you guys check out my photo slideshow I made with a new program I just got today.

[dg2901]

Photoboy----praises for whoever invented the 300mm huh?!.haha..Great shot!

Jane--thanks for the SmugMug help! I followed the exact directions the other day and it would only allow me to post the link, not the picture. Very strange as it worked with no problems tonight. :)
I cant get the link you posted to work..:(

:)
Diana

[Kara29]

Photoboy,

Thanks for the kind words. I too would love to see a close up of that bear.

Diana,

I'd be happy to help you name your little green man if you wish.

Janie,

For some reason I could not view the slideshow. I will ask my Husband for help later tonight.

I'm going to meet with my Photography Group tomorrow at Bever Lake. It's supposed to rain and my camera is not waterproof. Any suggestions on keeping it dry when it starts to really pour. I have an umbrella and two ponchos. It will be a muddy mess but I bet there will be some awesome photos after the rain.

Kara

Photo for Today: An Action Photo
http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_2381.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_2381.jpg)

[dg2901]

Kara--some info regarding rainy day is in your PM box. :)
Interesting action shot..It took me a minute to figure everything out. :)
Have you come up with a name for my little toad friend?

Jane--have you figured out what was up with that link you posted? I'm interested in seeing..:)

Havent felt real well today so didnt venture anywhere exciting; that of course leaves a bit of room for silliness..:)...

backseat barkers....
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/overflow/th_IMG_0663.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/overflow/IMG_0663.jpg)

waiting for the husband can get rather boring...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/overflow/th_IMG_0660.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/overflow/IMG_0660.jpg)

interesting cup from DQ...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/overflow/th_IMG_0667.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/overflow/IMG_0667.jpg)

can you find me in the cherry?...
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/overflow/th_IMG_0636_2.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/overflow/IMG_0636_2.jpg)

:)
Diana

[Photoboy61]

Well wouldn't you know it, along came Yogi looking for Booboo!!

http://i193.photobucket.com/albums/z207/Photoboy61/DSC_8672.jpg

[dg2901]

Photoboy---great capture! Hope you had that 300mm working for you! :)

Diana

[Waves]

Does getting them onto a site cost money? Which sites are commonly used for this?

Thanks very much,
Waves

[dg2901]

Waves---Photobucket is free, as is Webshots. You simply log onto their site and set up an account. Once the pictures are uploaded to the host site, they can be linked/copied to here.

Hope that helped.
:)
Diana

[Photoboy61]

Thank you all for the compliments regarding the bear picture. Yes I used a 300mm lens for that one as well.

Kara, I'm not sure what camera you have, but I've built a raincoat for my camera and it works well on rainy days. It doesn't cost much to make.

Here is the link for the directions. Hope this helps.

http://www.naturephotographers.net/es0601-1.html

[Janie Miranda]

I found a way to upload my shockwave flash slideshow so that it should work now:
http://janiemiranda.googlepages.com/videoslideshow

Hope you enjoy it!
If anyone likes it I can make a screen saver from it if anyone wants one.

Diana, Love your photographer's self portrait and your other photos. You have a good eye for interesting things to photograph.

Kara, That was a particularly cool action shot! I think you could get that one published!

Photoboy, hey, cool bear shot! Glad to see it bigger cuz my old eyes don't see as good as they once did!

[Kara29]

Today was a bad day. Before we started shooting, I backed my car into a tree at 6:30 in the morning. The Damage is more than I can handle. This car is a 2006 and it's been through the ringer already. This time it was ALL my fault and I feel like a dumb idiot for doing it and costing myself money that I don't have.............but it has to be fixed. It gets estimated next week. I am sick over this. I hope I wake up tomorrow feeling a little better. I am just so mad at myself.

As for taking photos, I really wanted to go home and start the insurance process and get some estimates.........I was with some really amazing photographers that were willing to teach me a LOT. However, I was distracted and didn't say much the whole time, which is not like me. When it was over the lead for the group asked me if I was ok and I just started to cry. Another member started calling people he knew that could help me with fixing it. They are very nice people and I feel so bad that I was not "present" and in the moment today.

Another day.........not every shoot will be what you want it to be, I guess. I have to go at it that way.

Here's the only photos I picked:

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_2744.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_2744.jpg)

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_2749.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_2749.jpg)

http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/th_IMG_2760.jpg (http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r115/Karalynnree/IMG_2760.jpg)

I hope you are all having a good night. Until Tomorrow.

Kara

[Mel53H]

I am sorry that you had a bad day and hurt your car. Maybe next time will be better.

Isn't it awful when you look forward to something so nice and then crap happens?:cussing:

:grouphug:

[dg2901]

Jane--that slideshow is awesome!! And the music you chose fits it perfectly! :bow:

Kara--sorry about your car.:(..Try to remember thats its an inanimate object that can be fixed. Worrying and stressing over it isnt going to get it fixed any faster and more importantly its not going to do you any good mentally or physically. Tomorrows another day, my friend. :kiss:
Now, for someone who was distraught you did a wonderful job with these pictures! :)

I havent been feeling well the past few days <insert inflammatory words here directed towards my bladder!> so venturing hasnt been a priority hence the boring pictures..haha..And heres another one for y'all....

a game of I Spy......
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/overflow/th_P7160914.jpg (http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e178/dg4832/overflow/P7160914.jpg)

:hi:
Diana

[Photoboy61]

Kara, sorry your day was not a good one. Hope you have a better day tomorrow.

Your pictures look great!

[A.J.]

I live in Colorado and my boyfriend and I went for a hike recently. I'm not the pro photgrapher like he is but I do enjoy playing around with my camera!
I made these really small for the forum but you get the idea :)

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y127/seeingpink/DSC00758.jpg
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y127/seeingpink/DSC00754.jpg
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y127/seeingpink/DSC00744.jpg
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y127/seeingpink/DSC00720.jpg

[ICNDonna]

With well over 200 posts, I'm closing this thread. Cindy started another one for "Summer Fun Photos." I'll see you there.

This is a very popular topic and fun for all of us.

Hugs,
Donna