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A few days at Longboat Key

 Recently spent a few days at Longboat Key with our daughters and grandkids.    We stayed at the Silver Sands on Longboat Key. http://www.silversandsgulfbeachresort.com/ I can recommend it.  Nice pool and great beach.   A few non-family shots from the weekend. Absolutely … Continue reading

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Chicago and the Fujifilm X100

A couple of posts ago, I wrote about trying out the Fujifilm X100.  Here are some shots form my recent trip to Chicago.  I am in love with this little camera. This is the Buckingham Fountain in Grant Park and … Continue reading

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Old Cars and Peek-a-Boo Girls

During my recent visit to Chicago, my brother-in-law, Don Jones, and I drove up to Volo, Il., to visit an antique auto museum.  This place has four warehouses full of antique restored cars, all for sale. Don had to restrain … Continue reading

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Hot day in Chicago

Friday July 6 in Chicago.  105 degree heat.  First stop was the Botanical Gardens. The Japanese Gardens. Above and below. The Botanical Gardens are one of the best in the country.  Always a favorite stop. Downtown Chicago was to say … Continue reading

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Travels and tribulations finding a new camera

Finishing a successful art show season, I have started a search for a new camera.  I am and remain a Nikon shooter, but have a need for a lighter weight camera for every day use, carrying wherever I go.  Jaunts … Continue reading

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