Category Archives: Photo

Volodomyr Zelenskyy

This morning, I listened to Ukrainian President Zelenskyy speak to the U.S. Congress from a secure location in Kyiv. He appeared before them, sitting at his desk, wearing an olive drab military t-shirt. There is no doubting that he is … Continue reading

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Forgotten Photographs

In my last post, And Now, For Something Completely Different, I shared a photograph of the Flatiron Building in New York City, by my friend Peter Seiger, a skilled architectural photographer. The photo is from a scanned 35mm negative. It … Continue reading

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And Now, For Something Completely Different

I am fortunate to live in an area that is home to a number of creative people. One, is my friend and neighbor Peter Sieger. He is, in my humble opinion, one of the best architectural photographers around. Pete’s photo … Continue reading

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Armistice Day 2020

Today is Veterans Day. The day when we honor all those who fought for our country during its many wars. In the beginning it was called Armistice Day, celebrating the end of World War I, The War to End All … Continue reading

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Memorial Day 2020; Remembering the Dead

Today is set aside to remember the sacrifices made by those who served to protect our nation and way of life. It is fitting to contemplate the terrible cost in lives and futures that has been demanded of our people. … Continue reading

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Waiting for Hell to Freeze Over

Not much to say. Our President continues to eviscerate our democracy and nation. His henchmen are merrily working along to totally undermine democratic traditions, role of law, you name it. It’s a race between human decency and depravity. Right now, … Continue reading

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