We are getting close to our trip to London. We are pleased that the whole family (John, Mary, Bryan and Kate) are all able to travel to London together for a nice time away.
This is our first trip as a family since Spring of 2005 when the four of us visited Bonita Springs, Florida. A [...]
Aug
25
2010
25
2010
London – 3 weeks until departure
Aug
2
2010
2
2010
Giants Ridge
It was the ninth anniversary of our excursion to Giants Ridge in Biwabik MN. The first year it was only the Legend course – and we still had a blast. Since then (now 8 years ago) they have added the Quarry. In my opinion it is the most beautiful golf course in Minnesota. Over the [...]
May
27
2010
27
2010
Sandia Tram
On our last evening, we ventured to the Sandia Tram, had a ride up, dinner and a the ride down.
Here are a couple of shots from the top.
It was a little hazy but not too bad. We are at about 10,000ft.
The base was 80 degrees, the summit was 45. I don’t mind it when [...]
May
26
2010
26
2010
Bosque del Apache – 2
Another Egret, this time eating. I am not sure what the critter is eating but my appetite is not stimulated.
This is a Turkey Vulture. Speaking of lack of appetite, this guy isn’t helping.
This is a Double-crested Cormorant. Quite interesting, but talk about a Stoic. He barely moved.
May
26
2010
26
2010
Bosque del Apache – 1
Well it certainly wasn’t prime time in the Bosque. I did not see any Sandhills, Swans, or the other typical migratory fowl. However I was expecting that. My day excursion to the Bosque (and the Roadway Inn…eww) was a convenient day trip. I also wanted to check it out prior to a prime time visit.
In [...]
May
26
2010
26
2010
Madrid and Hwy 14
Our time in Santa Fe at an end, we decided to take Hwy. 14 (aka the Turquoise trail) to Albuquerque. Along the way we spotted a wanna be park. Lots of interesting statues and sculptures. In the end it was this gate that caught my attention. It was in the middle of nowhere (a bit [...]
May
26
2010
26
2010
The Road to Santa Fe
On the road back to Santa Fe (from our visit in Taos) we spotted this cool junkyard.There was only one real subject (at least outside the fence – and I wasn’t willing to go inside the fence – with the dogs).
The colors on the truck were fantastic.
Really fantastic.
I am not sure that this running [...]
May
24
2010
24
2010
Taos – Pueblo
After the drive, we ate lunch in downtown Taos and toured the square. Nothing really caught my eye. It was quaint, but I thought that the square in Santa Fe was better. We left and headed towards the Taos Pueblo.
After you enter the pueblo this set of homes is just west of the cemetery. [...]
May
24
2010
24
2010
Taos – Rio Grande
Our first trip to Taos. The route wound along the Rio Grande.
The terrain became rugged quickly as we left Santa Fe.
Early on near Santa Fe, the river was close at hand and slow moving.
Up near Taos, the river cut a mighty gorge. It was (is) beautiful. This is looking north. It was quite windy [...]
May
22
2010
22
2010
Textures and Colors
Post number two.
The colors and textures are so cool, I couldn’t help my self.
I just loved the colors…
I don’t think that this bike will go very fast, but I am sure that you’ll get lots of looks.
Moonrise Over Wagon Seat. Not quite Ansel’s Moonrise Over Hernandez but oh well.
Springtime brings new colors and fresh [...]
May
22
2010
22
2010
The Doors of Santa Fe County
With homage to Robert James Waller’s character – Robert Kincaid.
It has been a beautiful couple of days in Santa Fe with Lynn and Bill. We’ve been exploring the 400 year old Plaza, sampling wonderful food and the quaint architecture. Later today, we’re going to Canyon Road. The local art is amazing. I’ve also been [...]
May
2
2010
2
2010
Venice Rookery (part IV) – Sandhill Cranes
There was so much going on there that it took four posts to get the feel for the overall wildlife. I have posted many of my images on the photos tab.
These are my last images on the main page.
This Sandhill Crane dropped in on us and decided that he didn’t mind company while he [...]
May
2
2010
2
2010
Venice Rookery (part III) – Anhingas
In my first Venice Rookery posting I had a photo of a mail Anhinga. Strange birds. This female decided to roost in tree directly above my. It made for two interesting shots.
Here is another male. I am not used to be this close to the subject.
When they get mad, I think it is time to [...]
May
2
2010
2
2010
Venice Rookery (part II) – Egrets
This is a Great Egret – the green around the eyes is the giveaway. Having been working on catching Egrets in flight, I was pleased to get a couple of nice shots.
Sometimes when they come in for a landing, it is necessary to put the flaps all the way down or they miss the runway.
At [...]
Apr
25
2010
25
2010
Venice Rookery
I learned a new two part secret for taking good wildlife pictures. Part 1: Go to where the wildlife is. Part 2: Take a lot of pictures. I had meetings most of this week on the road ending in Jacksonville FL. I decided that while I was there I would visit the crew in Bonita [...]
Feb
28
2010
28
2010
El Dorado Royale
Another wonderful week of vacation in Mexico. This was our third trip to El Dorado Royale, fourth in the Cancun area. We quite enjoy our vacations here. Many may not appreciate the pace of the days, but our time here is designed specifically for relaxation (this year punctuated with exercise every morning – and not [...]
Feb
25
2010
25
2010
El Dorado Royale
Mary and I have been enjoying the Mexican Rivera just south of Cancun at a resort called El Dorado Royale. We’ve been here before. There is a lot of butt sitting and reading that goes on. Ten books and counting (Mary is in the lead, barely).
I took some time to play. It is fun what [...]
Oct
1
2009
1
2009
From Italy to the North Woods
Last weekend was the ninth annual Giants Ridge escape. This year we did The Wilderness at Fortune Bay followed by The Quarry and then The Legends both at Giants Ridge. While not quite the Tuscan Hills it was great as always.
It was a warm and dry fall so the colors were not yet peaking, only [...]
Sep
20
2009
20
2009
The first and last “mile” to Le Torri
Here are a couple of fun clips we made in our last day in Tuscany. These are the last “mile” to and from our lovely apartment at Le Torri. It was always fun (more for me I’ll admit) that last segment before we arrived, or the first segment as we headed out. It IS as [...]
Sep
20
2009
20
2009
Photos
I finished taking a scan through the 1,100 pictures I took on this trip. I have uploaded four albums into my Picasa account and they are now linked on my Selected Photos tab.
If you are interested, take a look. All thumbnails can be expanded.
