25-DEC-2008
Dec 25th
Merry Christmas to Everyone.
21-DEC-2008
Dec 21st
Happy Birthday to My Daughter Robyn.. Love you.
Well we had snow in the desert today.. actually shaved ice, but the kids had a blast.
20-DEC-2008
Dec 20th
Been a few days since I have posted. Hoping everyone is having a great Holiday Season.
06-DEC-2008
Dec 6th
Just some Christmas greenery.
03-DEC-2008
Dec 3rd
I'm posting late.. on vacation..
29-NOV-2008
Nov 29th
We went to Benigna Creek Winery last night that had christmas lights in the vineyard. They flashed to the music played. It was a very beautiful site. Had my camera set up for a long exposure. Was happy to capture the starry night.
sorry for the late posting.
28-NOV-2008
Nov 28th
A wooden roller coaster.. thought it was pretty neat.
22-NOV-2008
Nov 22nd
At the balloon glow this evening.
20-NOV-2008
Nov 20th
Hubby & I went downtown to try and get some night shots.
09-NOV-2008
Nov 9th
Went on a Photo Contest & Run this weekend. Took this sunrise photo early this morning. Hope you enjoy.
02-NOV-2008
Nov 2nd
Just love gerber daisies.
01-NOV-2008
Nov 1st
Went back to the Wetlands to look for Painted Lady Butterflies this morning.
31-OCT-2008
Oct 31st
Happy Halloween to everyone. Went to the wetlands this morning. This painted lady is a beauitful orange to celebrate Halloween.
28-OCT-2008
Oct 28th
Playing around in Photshop...
27-OCT-2008
Oct 27th
Was working on a still life.. of course had to eat the sample when done.
26-OCT-2008
Oct 26th
Went out shooting today with my friend Laryl. Found these mailboxes.
25-OCT-2008
Oct 25th
The weather was so nice this morning. We went to the West Wetlands. Found this guy hanging out there.
19-OCT-2008
Oct 18th
Went to Moody Garden this morning.
18-OCT-2008
Oct 18th
Today was the American Diabetes Association " Step Out" Walk to fight diabetes. Hubby took the photo of my team from work. I'm the one on the right with the red visor.
Oct 12th
Took this yesterday at the Arizona State Fair. Had no access to computer or internet. Liked all the colors.
09-OCT-2008
Oct 8th
Found this painted lady butterfly while at lunch today. Had to crop in quite a bit. I got a new computer over the weekend and getting my PS3 set up with all my filters and actions. Getting use to a new monitor. Hope everything looks good.
04-OCT-2008
Oct 4th
Took a little road trip today. The sky was filled with clouds.. like finding these wood posts and barbwire fences.
03-OCT-2008
Oct 3rd
First photo I have taken in a few days. Took during my lunch hour.
30-SEP-2008
Sept 30th
September Scavenger Hunt Day 30 "Luggage" always need my laptop with me when I travel and of course camera bag.
Thanks Faye for a fun month. I have enjoyed posting and commenting on all the great photos.
29-SEP-2008
Sept 29th
September Scavenger Hunt Day 29 "Fruit" Yummy Berries
28-SEP-2008
Sept 28
September Scavenger Hunt Day Day 28 "Broom" My dustpan & broom.. Sally the Cat is helping today.
27-SEP-2008
Sept 27th
September Scavenger Hunt Day 27 "Door" Love this green door down by my work.. The canopy made the scallop pattern across it.
26-SEP-2008
Sept 26th
September Scavenger Hunt Day 26th "phone" old fashion wooden phone booth..pay phone included.
25-SEP-2008
Sept 25th
September Scavenger Hunt Day 25 "Purple" Purple violets.. my mother-in-law gave these to me about 38 yrs ago. So it is one of my treasures.
24-SEP-2008
Sept 24th
September Scavenger Hunt Day 24 "eyes" these are my second eyes that I have in every room in the house.. would be lost without them.
23-SEP-2008
Sept 23rd
September Scavenger Hunt Day 23 "Lock" The lock on my china cabinet.
22-SEP-2008
Sept 22nd
September Scavenger Hunt Day 22 "Lace"
21-SEP-2008
Sept 21st
September Scavenger Hunt" Day 21 "balloon" Well 3 balloons to be exact
20-SEP-2008
Sept 20th
"September Scavenger Hunt" Day 20 "button(s)".. How about fun pin on buttons..
19-SEP-2008
Sept 19th
"September Scavenger Hunt" Day 19 "macro" Love these seed pods. Happy Friday to everyone.
18-SEP-2008
Sept 18th
"September Scavenger Hunt" Day 18 "The color Yellow" found some yellow daisies at the store.
17-SEP-2008
Sept 17th
"September Scavenger Hunt" Day 17th "writing instrument" love the swirl on this pen.. at our camera club last week.. the cannon salesman gave to me.. yes he does know I'm a Nikon Girl !!!
16-SEP-2008
Sept 16th
"September Scavenger Hunt" Day 16th "Church" .. this church is just a block over from where I work. Have always thought it was a pretty church.. love the clouds around it today.
15-SEP-2008
Sept 15th
"September Scavenger Hunt Day 14th " Day 15th "Gold" A gave this honey jar to my mother in law back in 1970.. got it from the gift shop inside Stuckey's. She has been gone since 1997. I miss her.
14-SEP-2008
Sept 14th
"September Scavenger Hunt Day 14th " Architecture ..This is the San Carlos Hotel built in 1940's. We have some great buildings in the Historic Downtown Yuma Area.
13-SEP-2008
Sept 13th
"September Scavenger Hunt " Day 13th "Luck(y)" 1 lucky hand for sure.
12-SEP-2008
Sept 12th
"September Scavenger Hunt " Day 12 "book or tassel" got both today.
11-SEP-2008
Sept 11th
"September Scavenger Hunt " Day 11 "The color Red" for today. Doing two challenges today.
11-Sep- 2008
Sept 11th
Totally Informal Transglobal Challenge "Almost Black and White"
10-SEP-2008
Sept 10th
"September Scavenger Hunt " Day10 "Paper".. paper coin rollers.. you know for all the loose change you been saving..
09-SEP-2008
Sept 9th
"September Scavenger Hunt " Day 9 "clouds" went back to the Bridge again today because were the most clouds there.
08-SEP-2008
Sept 8th
"September Scavenger Hunt " Day 8 "blue " for today. Blue Sky & Blue water.. the Colorado River under the Ocean to Ocean Bridge. The shadows are me & Laryl Hancock, who is also doing the challenge.
07-SEP-2008
Sept 7th
"September Scavenger Hunt " Day 7 "shoes" Mine is type of shoe.. a glass slipper.. you know that kind Cinderella wore.. well my prince got this one for me.. it's from Fenton Glass and I love it. Hope you enjoy.
06-SEP-2008
Sept 6th
"September Scavenger Hunt " Day 6 "road, trail or path.. well down in the park are two different paths and above is the Freeway road. Sorry late posting today, been a busy day.
05-SEP-2008
Sept 5th
"September Scavenger Hunt " Day 5 "Fabric" Wanted to show the many colors in this quilt. My Grandma made this and it is very special to me.
04-SEP-2008
Sept 4th
"September Scavenger Hunt " Day 4 "water" Also for the Totally Informal Transglobal Challenge "skin"
03-SEP-2008
Sept 3rd
"September Scavenger Hunt " Day 3 Spoon(s).. Eat Dessert with a spoon.. something I like to do.
02-SEP-2008
Sept 2nd
"September Scavenger Hunt " Day 2 vegetable(s) Tomato I consider a vegetable but some think it is a Fruit."
31-AUG-2008
Aug 31st
We had the most awesome clouds today.Love seeing the clouds behind the cactus.
30-AUG-2008
Aug 30th
We took a short road trip today. We saw lots of egrets..oh How I need a long lens.. a 300mm would be sweet to have.
29-AUG-2008
Aug 29th
Old Town Friday Social.. Great Bands.. food and fun.
27-AUG-2008
Aug 27th
Went to a Chamber Mixer today. I just love this building.. it was starting to get dark so not the best capture.. but hope you enjoy it.
26-AUG-2008
Aug 26th
Went to see The 36th Army Band Presents" Snapshot of America" tonight. What a wonderful performance.
25-AUG-2008
Aug 25th
My friend Laryl & I went out this afternoon to catch these awesome clouds.
24-AUG-2008
Aug 24th
Using my light tent..I still have lots to learn about lighting. Thanks to Laryl for helping me on processing this photo.
23-AUG-2008
Aug 23rd
Went to the West Wetlands this morning. Found this so tiny butterfly- maybe a inch or so in size. Handheld ..but good news got a new carbon fiber tripod this morning. Will be trying it out tomorrow. We got finally got a local photo store called "Backyard Photography". So nice to be able to shop locally.
21-AUG-2008
Aug 21st
The Thursday Transglobal Challenge "Textures" Here is mine for today.
17-AUG-2008
Aug 17th
Playing around trying to do a still life.
16-AUG-2008
Aug 16th
Hubby & I went to the Wetlands today. Found this Dragonfly..like how his wings have some sparkle from the sun.
14-AUG-2008
Aug 14th
For the Transglobal challenge ""Advertisement"
11-AUG-2008
Skipper
My Friend Laryl & I went to Moody Garden Last night.
30-JUL-2008
July 30th
My friend Laryl & I went out shooting this evening. This is our old Post Office.. added a topaz adjust filter to it. Really brings out all the details.
26-JUL-2008
July 26th
Hubby convinced me to go out shooting this morning. Did find some sunflowers along the way and this interesting red bug.
25-JUL-2008
July 25th
Old Town Friday Night Social..will be posting a gallery later. Beautiful summer evening.
12-JUL-2008
June 12th
Went out early this morning. You have to with our hot weather now. This is from old hotel in the downtown historic area. Did some selctive coloring on it.
08-JUL-2008
July 8th
Went out and lunch time on the mall. my goodness so hot. Found this little skipper.
06-JUL-2008
July 6th
Got some Gerber Daisies at the store today.
04-JUL-2008
July 4th
Happy July 4th to everyone. Went out to Cocopah Casino for their Annual Fireworks Display Tonight. Hope you like this one.
02-JUL-2008
July 2nd
I had the Honor today of attending the "Change of Command" at MCAS today. This ceremonial transfer represents the transfer of total accountability , authority, and responsibility from one commander to another. Colonel Ben D Hancock has been the commander the last 3 years at the base. He was a wonderful commander and sad to see him go. Wishing you well in your new command Colonel Hancock.
01-JUL-2008
July 1st
July Challenge.. "macro with a catch"
What's the catch, you ask? The catch is that each picture has to be of something that is not specified and not easy to see at first.
30-JUN-2008
June 30th
The June color challenge.. Chocolate Brown for today. Been a fun challenge.
challenge
29-JUN-2008
June 29th
The June Color CHallenge.. "Sand Color " for today. Felt a little under the weather today.Will be around tomorrow to make comments.
challenge
June 28th
The June Color Challenge.. Aqua Green is my color. I had to do a color tint to get this color. Late posting just got home from visiting my sister & brother in California.
challenge
27-JUN-2008
June 27th
The June Color Challenge.. Mustard is my color for today. New place to go for lunch close by work.
challenge
26-JUN-2008
June 26th
The June Color Challenge . "Rust is the color for today"
challenge
The Transglobal Challenge. "In the Garden"..this is a plant holder to use in the garden.. unfortunately right now holds no plant..
25-JUN-2008
June 25th
The June Color Challenge. Selective coloring today..SP & my color is "teal" . So very late posting .
challenge
24-JUN-2008
June 24th
The June Color Challenge "Sky Blue".. The sky was so Beautiful today with the wispy clouds.
challenge
23-JUN-2008
June 23rd
The June Color Challenge. "Burnt Orange" this is a photo of part of the new cement mixer hubby just put together.
challenge
22-JUN-2008
June 22nd
The June Color Challenge.. Calling this "offwhite" for today. Just too hot to go outside.. and summer is only beginning.
challenge
21-JUN-2008
June 21st
The June Color Challenge.. "Lime Green" for today. From my hubby's frog collection.
challenge
20-JUN-2008
June 20th
The June Color Challenge.. today is "amber".This is Fenton glass Moon & Star pattern. One of my favorite things to collect..
challenge
19-JUN-2008
June 19th
Doing two Challenges today
The June color challenge
"Gold" is the color for today.
challenge
Transglobal challenge"Paper" a paper box
18-JUN-2008
June 18th
The June Color Challenge... Copper from the crayon box..
17-JUN-2008
June 17th
The June color Challenge.. found these "cream" color Gerber daisies at the store today..perfect for the challenge..one of my favorite flower to photograph..
16-JUN-2008
June 16th
The June color Challenge.. Lavender glass for today. This Antigue sugar bowl belonged to my husband's Great Uncle. This glass was originally clear but has turned lavender over the years.
June 15th
The June color Challenge.. calling this "blush".. these are the fruits on the pickly pear cactus. I did add a filter. Took this yesterday. Happy Father's Day to all the Dads.
14-JUN-2008
June 14th
The June color Challenge..Wonderful orange flowers.. did a orange- yellow the other day but this is a true orange. Hope you enjoy.
13-JUN-2008
June 13th
The June Color Challenge.. One of my purple roses.
June 12th
The June color Challenge.. Pretty pink my color for the day.
11-JUN-2008
June 11th
The June Color Challenge.. yellow mellow for today.Look closely a few vistors on the sunflower.
June 10th
The June color challenge... a nice light brown or beige.. you make the choice.
June 9th
The June Color Challenge. Black my color today. Tires for handcarts or dollies as my Dad always called them.
08-JUN-2008
June 8th
The June color Challenge.. Mine for today is "Fuchsia" .
07-JUN-2008
June 7th
The June color Challenge.. Love the fire colors of the bird of paradise. Calling this a orange/yellow color for today.
06-JUN-2008
June 6th
June color challenge.. silver for today
05-JUN-2008
June 5th
The June Color Challenge.. selective coloring.. green my favorite color..
Thursday Transglobal Challenge "circles"
04-JUN-2008
June 4th
The June Color Challenge.. Red is the color of the day..saw so many wonderful reds yeserday, just had to find a red to post.
June 03
The June Color Challenge.. some selective coloring today.. one of everyone's favorite blue jean..a different blue from yesterday.
June 2nd
June color challlenge.. blue for today. I'm having problems off and on with the internet provider.. they will be out on Wednesday. Last night wouldn't let me connect. I promise I will be around to comment.. please be patient.
01-JUN-2008
June 1st
The June Color Challenge.. Thought I start out with "White" . This is a flower from a organ pipe cactus.
31-MAY-2008
May 31st
The other side of May Challenge. Hubby at wetlands park taking photos of the hummingbird.. Like how it has his shadow.. the other side of him. Been a fun month doing the challenge
30-MAY-2008
May 30th
The other side of May Challenge.. Something from the tool box.. added a filter. Getting an error message when I try to go to the Forum.
29-MAY-2008
May 29th
Two challenges today
Thursday Transglobal Challenge "in the style of HENRI CARTIER-BRESSON "
The other side of May Challenge.. Looking into the store other side.
28-MAY-2008
May 28th
The other side of May.. This place is across the street and down from where I work. They just put up this new sign yesterday.. thought it looked cool.Will need to take a photo at night.. love neon signs.
27-MAY-2008
May 27th
The other side of May.. This sunflower was on the other side of the fence..Hope you enjoy.
26-MAY-2008
May 26th
The other side of May.. Memorial Day.. a day of remembrance for those who have served our country and are now on the other side. To remember the ones who fought to keep our country free.
May 25th
The other side of May. The bridges to across to the other side. Took this yesterday also but wanted to share.. Hope you don't mind.
24-MAY-2008
May 24th
The other side of May. Up to the sky with this century plant. Sorry havent been around last few days but back now.Having fun with my 12-24 lens.
21-MAY-2008
May 21
The other side of May.. Me on the other side of the camera.. took this in a store window.. applied a high key effect.
20-MAY-2008
May 20th
The other side of May. The other side of Cold.. this is on my patio in the shade.. it was 109 here today.. just sightly cooler in the shade...hot.. hot..
Getting an error when I try to go to the Forum.. unable to see the posts or post my link.
18-MAY-2008
May 18th
The Other side of May Challenge. Wildflowers.. lots of flowers in bloom in May.
17-MAY-2008
May 17th
The other side of May Challenge..Hummingbird from the side.
16-MAY-2008
May 16th
Te other side Of May..This is the backside of the carrier for the soda's. Working the late shift today.. so will be late commenting today. Happy Friday everyone.
15-MAY-2008
May 15th
The other side of May challenge. This is one of my solar lights my hubby got me.. soaks up the sun during the day and at night(other side) it lights up and changes colors.. pretty cool.
14-MAY-2008
May 14th
The other side of May Challenge. Went to dinner with the girls from work.. went to Ah So.. this is David our chef..Fablous food and quite a show, too. The other side of the table.
13-MAY-2008
May 13th
The other side of May Challenge. Funny story.. while driving to work this morning saw these riders in front of me. Well of course the camera was in it's camera bag behind my seat.. needless to say I grabbed it quickly and got this shot. not the best but definitely going down the other side of the road.
12-MAY-2008
May 12th
The other side of May Cahllenge. Well Mondays are always the hardest days for me to get a photo. This is a part of the other side of the street.
11-MAY-2008
May 11th
The other side of May Challenge.. the side of the passion flower.. just love how these smell and they only last a day.
Happy Mother's Day to all the Moms
10-MAY-2008
May 10th
The Other side of May Challenge. The side of the daisy flowers.. added some filters-textures.
09-MAY-2008
May 9th
The other Side of May. Other side or side of PeeWee Herman Doll.. this is from where I had lunch today- Lutes Casino.. a hamburger place. They have all kinds of cool stuff hanging around in the place.
08-MAY-2008
May 8th
Doing two challenges today
" The other side of May" Other side of the display window
"transglobal challenge "Two"- Two legs for the challenge.
07-MAY-2008
May 7th
The Other Side of May. Poor Raggedy Ann & Andy on the other side of the display window. All alone in the Antique Store.
06-MAY-2008
May 6th
The other side of May.. the other side of the can of corn.. should have wiped off the top..
Remember to eat your veggies.
05-MAY-2008
May 5th
The other side of May..well on the way home the other side was very wet. We had a very strange storm move into the area.. and drop the biggest raindrops I have seen in a long time.In our area we only get 2 1/2 inches of a rain in a year.. so we love every drop we get.
04-MAY-2008
May 5th
The other side of May Challenge.. This came out kind of funky but I like it. The other side of the camera.
03-MAY-2008
May 3rd
May Pad Challenge "The other side of May "
The Side of the Cactus blooms. Hope you enjoy
02-MAY-2008
May 2nd
For the May challenge "The other side"
back side of the Lily leaf.
01-MAY-2008
May 1st
Transglobal challenge
"View from a Window"
From dinner tonight at Mimi's.. just cars in the parking lot.
25-APR-2008
Apr 25th
Found this cool sign today on our way home from vacation.
24-APR-2008
Apr 24th
Hubby & I at Glen Canyon Dam. Set up the tripod to capture us.
23-APR-2008
Apr 23rd
Antelope Canyon..went on the Photographers tour today. The 2 hours go by so fast.My hubby went to Canyon X and got some awesome photos.
22-APR-2008
Apr 22nd
Took this photo early this morning. Was suppose to go to Canyon X but I was unable to climb down the canyon. My knees just couldn't do it. Made me sad.
21-APR-2008
Apr 21st
We stopped at 3 sets of Ruins today. Allot of climbing and walking but well worth the trip.
20-APR-2008
Apr 20th
Went to Montezuma Castle today. Here is a link for more info on this National Monument.
17-APR-2008
Apr 17th
Thursday Transglobal Challenge
"Blur"
Took my sunflowers from yesterday
14-APR-2008
Apr 14th
Got these sunflowers the other day. Had no time to take photos of them. This is just a quick shot this evening. Mondays are always such long days.
10-APR-2008
Apr 10th
Thursday Transglobal Challenge
Into the light
mine is filtered light
05-APR-2008
Apr 5th
Prairie Daisy at Moody Park.
03-APR-2008
Apr 3rd
Totally Informal Transglobal Challenge
"Water"
The mighty Colorado River.. people enjoying the cool water today.
02-APR-2008
Apr 2nd
The Trees are in bloom downtown. Love to go out on my lunch hour and enjoy the sunshine & all the beauty in bloom.
01-APR-2008
Apr 1st
County Fair opened today. This clown was at the bubble Gum contest.
Bev's & Lee's Speed Challenge
29-MAR-2008
Mar 29th
We went out today where they are growing these gigantheum poppies for the dry flower market. Will be setting up a gallery with all the photos from today.
27-MAR-2008
Mar 27th
Thursday's Transglobal Challenge -some of my silver bracelets..
I'm having trouble with posting in the forum. Have sent email to pbase regarding it.
Mar 23rd
Happy Easter to everyone.
22-MAR-2008
Mar 22nd
Was a busy day today. My Husband & I took our photos to be entered into Our County Fair. It starts on April 1. I submitted 11 photos and my husband had 7. Wish us luck. I learned something new today. I didn't know poppies came in other colors than orange. My posting today is of white poppies.Also saw some beautiful purple ones , too.
15-MAR-2008
Mar 15th
Had to work this morning. They were having a Fire Muster on Main Street. By the time I got out of work it was over but did get a photo of one of the Fire trucks.
08-MAR-2008
Mar 8th
We went out looking for wildflowers today. We went to Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument. Oh my goodness so many flowers. A sea of orange, yellow, purple & White.Will be setting up a gallery soon.
06-MAR-2008
Mar 6th
For the Transglobal Thursday Challenge..
"Something Sinister"
01-MAR-2008
Mar 1st
North End Classic returns in 2008.
Feb 26th
Today I got to go see the Marine Corps Drum and Bugle Corps and the Silent Drill Team. This is the silent drill team. I will be posting a galley later. I'm fighting a cold and going to get some extra rest tonight hopefully.
23-FEB-2008
Feb 23rd
Went to the MCAS Airshow today with my friend Laryl. Haven't downloded all the photos yet. Oh my I got too much sun today. I think we walked about 3 miles. They are planning on moving the airshow to May next year. Just hope it won't be too hot then. Will post more photos tomorrow.
20-FEB-2008
Feb 20th
Baby at work today.. Jen's grand daughter..she is so cute & huggable. She is telling Marina it's time to eat.
19-FEB-2008
Feb 19th
We went to the West Wetlands today. Still using the 12-24 Tokina lens. My hubby on the bench.
18-FEB-2008
Feb 18th
Stopped by to check on the purple stocks again.. The scent is always so heavenly..used my 12-24 Tokina lens. Am always drawn to purple flowers.
10-FEB-2008
Feb 10th
Down along the river they are replanting native trees. Awesome sky today.
09-FEB-2008
Feb 9th
Found some flowers today while we out geocaching. Not tack sharp due to being very windy out there.
08-FEB-2008
Feb 8th
I just love this old sign in this building downtown. Stopped to take a photo while out at lunch time. The weather was in the 70's and just was wonderful. We have great winters here in the Desert Southwest. It's the reason we have so many winter visitors each year.
31-JAN-2008
Jan 31st
Transglobal Thursday challengw "Movement "
Real late posting tonight. Taken at lunch time at Lutes.. they have all kinds of stuff hanging around.. like this bike from the ceiling... slow shutter and moving of course.
30-JAN-2008
Jan 30th
Took this yesterday, late posting it. Lovely Hollycocks, was happy with the results. Had a bit of wind. Been fighting a cold so been slow moving. Have to admit I'm having withdrawal from not having a daily pad.
12-JAN-2008
Jan 12th
Took a trip over to the Conservation Garden today. They have many geese and ducks there.
06-JAN-2008
Jan 6th
Beautiful day here. Lots of clouds in the sky. Have posted photos of this Mission - St Thomas Indian Mission built in 1922 before. I was using my Tokina 12-24 lens.. Love how it turned out.
Honorable mention Ribbon
03-JAN-2008
Jan 3rd
Transglobal Challenge "Resolutions"
Mine is to read all those books & magazines I keep buying. To work on improving my photography skills.
01-JAN-2008
Jan 1st
A new beginning for 2008. It is cold and windy here today. This is a field of stocks.. just love how they smell. These are raised by a local seed company. Will be posting photos my favorites for the day.. now and then in this gallery. Thanks for stopping by.