Coit Tower, San Francisco

Coit Tower stands atop Telegraph Hill just south of downtown San Francisco. From the top of the tower you get some fantastic views of San Francisco including the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, the various piers, the financial district and Nob Hill. Tough walk up the hill, but worth it.

Ducks on a Pond

Ducks on a Pond sounds better than Canadian Geese on a Pond so I went with that. Got this shot with a rented Nikon 600 millimeter lens that retails for around $10,000. Nice lens, but huge. Need a tripod to shoot with it. I love how sharp the focus is on the closer of the three birds. I was easily 75 yards away and this crop is blown up quite a bit and the shot stays sharp. If I ever win the lotto, I have to buy that lens.....

Out the Back Door

Whenever I am on a long road trip I always miss the comforts and joys of home. This fall I looked out the back window and saw this wonderful view of the backyard in the fog. Of course, had to grab a camera and take a shot. Miss that view today.

Edgartown Lighthouse -- Martha's Vineyard

Got to visit Martha's Vineyard with Cheryl for our 30th anniversary in 2011. Great trip and a beautiful place to visit. Got up before sunrise (by myself, I might add) to walk down to the famous Edgartown Lighthouse. Was rewarded with some beautiful views.

The Transamerica Pyramid and San Francisco Skyline

View of San Francisco skyline, Transamerica Pyramid and Alcatraz Island out there in the distance. Great city if you like hills. That is Coit Tower out there at the edge of the downtown, a great viewing platform for the city. I got up there a few days later and took a shot back towards the office building in which I was standing when I took this shot. San Francisco reminds me of an east coast city situated on the west coast.

Clio's turn

I can't post a shot of William without a follow up of Clio. Took this yesterday just as she left go of her hat. Clio is at a healthy 7 months. No crawling yet, but sitting up and smiling all the time. Four great kids and now two wonderful grandkids. Doesn't get any better than this, except, come to think of it, when one of the kids buys dinner.

William with Attitude

This photo blog is about places that I visit while traveling for work and play. However, the restarted blog will also focus on shots closer to home. This is one of my favorites, catching a bit of attitude coming from William.