Mary’s Christmas Tree

May 14, 2017 | Daily Image 2017, Kodachrome, Minolta 50mm f1.7, Minolta XG-9, Nikon Coolscan V

Mary's Christmas Tree 1989

Mary’s Christmas Tree  Mom loved Christmas.  It was by far her best time of year.  Trimming the tree was a special event in itself usually accompanied by high expectations, a good bit of work, some frustrations, and finally delight.  Also, notice her love for dolls even at Christmas time.  I’ve posted several photographs of mom in the past; instead this year, a photo of her favorite Christmas tree. Fond memories of a mom who could not do too much for others!

 

Walkabout Path

May 12, 2017 | AF-S 50mm f1.4G, Daily Image 2017, Illinois, Landscape, Nikon 1 V3, Walkabout

Walkabout Path

Walkabout Path  Folks sometimes ask about my walkabout trails.  This wooded path begins in about a mile’s walk from my front door.  It wanders through the woods, over streams, and across local roads.  The 2 track looks lightly used; perhaps by forest preserve jeeps.  The 2 track is not open for general use.  Besides, only foot bridges go over the streams.