“The important thing is not the camera but the eye”
~Alfred Eisenstaedt Photographer Born on: 6th December 1898
Porte Ponderings:
Sometimes it’s just the timing. Last year my sister and I were walking along the path in the local Conservation Area. The skies were black. Then suddenly a beam of sunlight hit the willow trees turning them a rich golden colour and letting me catch it on my new camera. 😉
“Everyone knows how to talk, and no one knows what to say”
~ Nick Hornby Novelist and screenwriter Born on: 17th April 1957
Porte Ponderings:
Maybe my favorite photos are taken when I’m wandering alone? The one I chose for today’s quote was taken early in the morning in my local conservation area. I’ve never seen a goose nesting in a tree before. She watched me carefully from her lofty perch. I later ran into another person on the trail who said the goose was also there a year ago. So I missed seeing the unique goose last year. How many other people walked past her?
I was lucky enough to go one a hike, by myself in Cuba and see the bats. No one else I was traveling with wanted to hike, let alone see bats. For me it was a unique experience. I’m glad I’m brave enough or stupid enough to hike alone. 😉
“Things can change in an instant, so why not live truthfully?”
~ Jason Collins First NBA basketball player to come out of the closet and openly admit he’s gay Born on: 2nd December 1978
Porte Ponderings:
This photo is an example of how quickly things can change. For just a moment the rising sun shone through the clouds and illuminated the willow trees a golden hue. Storm clouds were in the background. Just in time for me to snap a picture with my new Nikon Z7II. There is a much steeper learning curve than I had anticipated, but set on auto and framing the picture just so I managed to capture this stunning moment. My sister just had time to say it should be a beautiful picture and the sun was hidden behind a cloud.
The only guarantee we have is that time will march on. You might as well be true to yourself and live in the present with your true self.
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