And deep in it's jaws are colorful lights and sounds.....................

Until finally it brings together groups of young children and makes them laugh uncontrollably as they spin out of control and realize it's only the beginning!

Ok so I'm not a writer but nonetheless it's comical seeing how people, kids in particular react so differently to the various stimulations. Today was the first day and rather slower than anticipated on the photography business end of things. Discussing with several other local photographers and all seem to express the same opinion of the area and it's lack of appreciation in photography. One said today how most will spend thousands of dollar on 4 wheelers but find it outrageous to purchase a photo of a loved one for much more than a few bucks. I have to agree in that priorities in most folks minds locally is toward things that have little long term value. I personally look back at some of the snap shots over the years and they are decaying. I think back of moments, of people special to me and wonder why I never had a photo of that. In fact that is something that propelled me into photography. The fact that when those people are gone I have nothing but thoughts and memories and how much better it would be if I had a picture to have captured that memory more accurately. Show me one good photograph and I'll show you many more people who appreciated it. I hope I get to convey that thought in my photographs, to make people happy and to capture that special someone in a moment in time that can never be recovered.

three deer,


one hawk ("on a pear tree"?! No, sorry just sounds like I was mimicking the song)

and a baby skunk. Now granted not a safari but all within 200 yards in about 20 minutes makes for some fast opportunities for wildlife shots. The skunk just didn't stick around long enough which I was somewhat thankful for as I wanted to put a little distance between us but he soon disappeared too quick in the tall weeds to get a shot. So far I can't say that I've gotten any really good shots but the opportunity seems to be there so hopefully it comes through!

This was in regards to two different posts started by people I don't even know asking the question of who had photos of the rodeo and where can they be viewed. All I did was post a reply saying I have some at "this link". It's not like people have to buy from me or even view the photos I have but I think they are entitled to making that choice. Mr. Green's actions make it impossible for any of the members of the Easyrider forum to even have a choice to view the photos simply because he calls it "advertisement" and removes the posting. I guess I should feel honored though I mean after all he is the "president" and is taking time out of his busy schedule to email me about posts as trivial as this.