Pictures From A Ladder
In short, this is just about three pictures from a ladder. Actually, it’s not even about much of anything. It’s actually just three pictures from a ladder. Just some ordinary extra. …
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21 Pictures From October ’23
~ 21 Pictures From October ’23 ~
I take many more pictures than I share. I am always looking for scenes, wildlife, and weather. Kind of a random glimpse of symmetry, if that makes sense. Then, some pictures are just taken to remember, respect, and recognize. Here are 21 pictures from October ’23.
Five Sunrises
September 30, 2023 – Five Sunrises There is something special, almost exciting, about being up before the dawn’s early light The day is not promised, but there you are, alive and wide-eyed, still attached…
NH Whalers 2010 – The Champions
June 11, 2023 – NH Whalers 2010 – The Champions. After earning the #1 seed, the 2010 NH Whalers had to wait until late Sunday afternoon to finish their tournament run. They played the NYC Falcons in the Championship Game.
NH Whalers 2010 – Four Straight Wins
June 10, 2023 – NH Whalers 2010 – Four Straight Wins. On Saturday, the 2010 NH Whalers swept the Greenwich Division, after four straight wins. They earned the #1 seed and a trip to the title game.
NH Whalers 2010 – 3 For 3
June 10, 2023 – NH Whalers 2010 – 3 For 3. The 2010 NH Whalers entered Saturday having already beaten the other two teams in their division. Now they had to face the NYC Falcons again.
NH Whalers 2010 – Win The Day
June 9, 2023 – NH Whalers 2010 – Win The Day. The 2010 NH Whalers took on the Southampton Penguins in their second game of a busy Friday. The Whalers played even better than they did in the opener and won handily.
Ordinary Extra – D-Day Remembered
Ordinary Extra – June 6, 2023. D-Day Remembered.
“Your task will not be an easy one. Your enemy is well-trained, well equipped and battle-hardened. He will fight savagely…I have full confidence in your courage, devotion to duty and skill in battle. We will accept nothing less than full Victory! Good Luck! And let us all beseech the blessing of Almighty God upon this great and noble undertaking” – General Dwight D. Eisenhower, Supreme Allied Commander.
Ordinary Extra – Monday Mundane
Ordinary Extra – June 5, 2023. Monday Mundane.
Monday morning, the rain fell softly and quietly in its overcast scene. The wet gray scene did not inspire anyone in our home to rise, shine, and hit the ground running.
Ordinary Extra – A Great Start
Ordinary Extra – June 2, 2023. A Great Start.
My day started early with the threat of high heat and then cold front bringing storms and rain. But the morning was gorgeous. The sun climbed and another gift from God had dawned.
Ordinary Extra – Another Goodbye
Ordinary Extra – June 1, 2023. Another Goodbye.
When it comes right down to it, no, it doesn’t get easier. We hugged and said our goodbyes. He got in the car to leave and we talked through the open window.
Ordinary Extra – Last May Sunrise
Ordinary Extra – May 31, 2023. Last May Sunrise.
I was up early. I had things to do and miles to cover. But I was blessed to see the sunrise. The last May sunrise of 2023. I took three pictures just a few dozen seconds apart and the colors changed. God’s handiwork never ceases to amaze me.
Ordinary Extra – Field Of Flags
Ordinary Extra – May 30, 2023. Field of Flags.
Today was one of those days where the structure is in place, the schedule is accurate, and the necessary piece is the person hitting all the steps along the way. Not hard, but requiring perseverance. You know, just keep putting one foot in front of the other kind of a day.
Ordinary Extra – A Quiet Thank You
Ordinary Extra – May 27-29, 2023. A Quiet Thank You.
While sitting in my backyard during the early morning hours this weekend while sipping hot coffee, I took time to pray, to ponder, and to slow down. I slowed down in order to embrace the quality of life I am fortunate to have.
Ordinary Extra – Go With The Flow
Ordinary Extra – May 26, 2023. Go With The Flow.
A night of broken sleep led to another cool, early morning. I didn’t rest as well as I wanted to but I was better rested than when I went to sleep the night before. I started moving, and praying along the way, to go forward and go with the flow.
Ordinary Extra – Fresh Start
Ordinary Extra – May 25, 2023. Fresh Start.
Is it me, or do long days seem to run together with more long days? Are long days just long because I am overtired, or are the days just really long? Either way, the day started cool, windy, and bright. Clean. Clear. Crisp. A fresh start.
Ordinary Extra – Just To Be Alone
Ordinary Extra – May 24, 2023. Just to be alone.
A morning that started warm and tender suddenly turned. Like all of my plans were trashed, burned.
Ordinary Extra – Reflecting Time
Ordinary Extra – May 23, 2023. Reflecting Time.
Another day. Another opportunity. Another gift from God. It was a busy day, like too many days are. Were there picture perfect moments to post to the social media for the masses to see? No, probably not.
Ordinary Extra – A Friendly Tip
Ordinary Extra – May 22, 2023. Just a friendly tip. We live in an age where comparisons are being made 24/7 whether we know it or not. Social media, TV, Internet ads, and many…