What's up?

[Diamond Lil]

Off to work in a little while. The weekend was full of company, so no photography for me.

44 degrees and cloudy at the moment.

What's up in your little corner of the world?

[pegdragger]

I am working on getting the photo exhibit set up for December. Collecting prints from people and getting press releases out. It is tiring, but a lot of fun. It is also a full time job...

[Diamond Lil]

Sounds like it could be a career Michael.

[pegdragger]

Sounds like it could be a career Michael.

Possibly, but it doesn't pay well...:rofl:

[Diamond Lil]

R.I.T. is reputed to have a very good photography program and in general 97% of their grads at the Institute are employed almost immediately. Photography however, always lags because they say over 50% of the photographers out there are freelance.

[echo3]

Just got home from work. I am sooo tired, but I'm hoping to maybe take a ride to the cliff that overlooks town for a sunset pic, we'll see!
Nice thread Lil!!;) Is it a 'sticky'?

[EZE RIDER]

I'm still trying to get our plant back on line. It's almost over now thank goodness. One of the things that has been keeping me going is stopping by here and checking out all of your photos, THANKS!

[Heavens Thunder]

Hope it is over soon, and you can post more and relax.

[Diamond Lil]

Just got home from work. I am sooo tired, but I'm hoping to maybe take a ride to the cliff that overlooks town for a sunset pic, we'll see!
Nice thread Lil!!;) Is it a 'sticky'?
I'm glad you like it. It could be, I guess.

I'm still trying to get our plant back on line. It's almost over now thank goodness. One of the things that has been keeping me going is stopping by here and checking out all of your photos, THANKS!

Wow Ed! Does that mean the entire place stops functioning?

[Vrod-Brad]

Motorcycle repair.
Motorcycle ride.
Eat.
Sleep.
Work.
Gym.
Karate.
Talk to the Dog.
Rub the Cats with my foot.
Help friends.
Watch a little TV
Send a text
Talk
Surf the web
Read e-mails
Reply to your posts
Honey do list
Think
Try to be funny
Kick someones A$$
That's about it for now :hide

[Diamond Lil]

So, exactly what made you decide to spend more time at this place?
:laugh

[echo3]

What....no pug jokes on the list???:rolleyes:

[Diamond Lil]

:rofl:

[Vrod-Brad]

http://www.moviephotoforums.com/forums/../photopost/data/500/vp.jpg (http://www.moviephotoforums.com/forums/%3Cimg%20src=)http://www.moviephotoforums.com/forums/%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.moviephotoforums.com/photopost/data/500/vp.jpg%22%20/%3E

[Vrod-Brad]

http://www.moviephotoforums.com/forums/../photopost/data/500/dalmation.jpg (http://www.moviephotoforums.com/forums/%3Cimg%20src=)

[echo3]

:rofl::rofl:
So...where is V-Rod Mike these days????:p

[EZE RIDER]

Wow Ed! Does that mean the entire place stops functioning?

Yes it does Lil and as you know for any plant to shut down makes the bosses very unhappy. It's only once every five years so I have some time to rest up. ;)

[Diamond Lil]

Well, that time span is a good thing. It cannot go down for a minor reason, so good luck to you down there.
Can you ever catch up from the downtime?

[EZE RIDER]

Yes we can. This is a planned outage. After 5 years of 24/7 operation things need to be rebuilt so that they keep running reliably.

All power plants follow this model. Some a little longer and some a little shorter but it's a necessity.

[Diamond Lil]

So, it is better to do it all at once rather than wait for some sort of catastrophic failure?

[EZE RIDER]

You got it Lil. Thats pretty much the idea right there.

[Diamond Lil]

I'm glad we have smart people in places such as where you work. ;)

[Diamond Lil]

Wow! I hope Mac make it: Rolltop (http://manneli.com/movies/Laptop.html)

[EZE RIDER]

Wow how cool is that! Nice find Lil.

[Diamond Lil]

Long days at work lately for me. It is our very busy time and my 1 1/2 time term. I cannot wait to begin making photographs again.

[Diamond Lil]

Work, work, work...may a photo. ;)

[Diamond Lil]

How is your shoulder J. R.? Off to work today.....

[LunaTique]

My morning schedule.


Open eyes no later than 4AM
start coffee
pet the cats
feed the cats
turn on computer
stoke the fire
pour coffee
Wake up check in on forums :D
Pour next cup of coffee check business email and
start my creative ideas flowing.:rofl:(one of the several hats I wear. I am a CAD designer.)
Sun comes up
Dogs get up and come say good morning and want to go ouside.
They go out to do a morning walk about checking out any and all new scents. Return and go back to bed.
I add wood to the fire and go back to work.
See husbands schedule below :D
Feed dogs.:D
by 8AM I am as far along as my brain will work on design.:o Ideas seem to get cloudy for some reason.:confused:
Throw on old clothes and go for a brisk walk with husband and the dogs.
Return take shower get dressed and walk to the shop.

Start coffee maker and stoke the fire in the break room and pick up wherever we left off the day before.

My husband:
Open eyes and smell coffee on the night stand at 7:30
Checks in on me on his way for a second cup
Says good morning to the dogs.... which now want to be fed (Back to my schedule above :rofl:)

[EZE RIDER]

Sounds like a nice routine Luna. Even though I love adventure, I find a certain comfort in having a routine. I'm a creature of habit I suppose. :)

[Diamond Lil]

I love it. My flow is a bit different but definitely anchored by critters.

[echo3]

Hope everyone has a great weekend!
I hope to ride a little tomorrow, maybe take the camera. I have to work Sunday 12-5 (even though the deal was....no Sundays) but it should be nice enough to ride. Can you believe it is mid-November and I can ride to work!:)

[EZE RIDER]

We are very lucky this year for riding weather. I wish I had more time for my hobbies but it seems I have a bit more time left. Have fun Erin!

[echo3]

Thanks Ed. When things slow down, I think we all need a road trip....even if we have to....gasp....cage it! :)

[EZE RIDER]

I think your right! :)

[Diamond Lil]

Since one of us was hobbled it has been an awful lot of caging. :(

[Diamond Lil]

It is foggy and cold today, but I will carry my camera when en route to get a haircut. One never knows..........

[Diamond Lil]

Hey Ed, are things up and running yet? Do you get a bonus day off when they are? If not, who do we call? ;)

[echo3]

Ghostbusters???:D

[echo3]

Cold and yucky here today too.
Going to go for a little ride (in the truck) and see the sites!!
Hopefully pics later!

[Heavens Thunder]

http://www.moviephotoforums.com/photopost/data/500/medium/xmas09_010.jpg Toys for Tots ride today with passenger Snoopy on my Bike.

[Vrod-Brad]

http://www.moviephotoforums.com/photopost/data/500/medium/xmas09_010.jpg Toys for Tots ride today with passenger Snoopy on my Bike.

I hope Snoopy was strapped in tight - I heard them Vrod things go pretty fast!:rofl: :dog:

[echo3]

Cute Snoopy, but what is this V-Rod thingy???:D

[Diamond Lil]

There is no need to worry.
http://www.moviephotoforums.com/photopost/data/532/Joe_Cool_on_Motorcycle.gif

[echo3]

:rofl::rofl:

[EZE RIDER]

Hey Ed, are things up and running yet? Do you get a bonus day off when they are? If not, who do we call? ;)


Believe it or not no, the plant is still down. This has been the longest shutdown to date. Soon though, I really have to make time for taking some shots. I cant let you guys have all the fun. ;)

[EZE RIDER]

http://www.moviephotoforums.com/photopost/data/500/medium/xmas09_010.jpg Toys for Tots ride today with passenger Snoopy on my Bike.

Are you sure that isnt Joe Cool? :rofl:

[LunaTique]

I always ride with a pillon
I have JT's back and Monkey has mine :rofl:
http://lunatique.smugmug.com/photos/386951937_TAoWW-L.jpg

[Diamond Lil]

Believe it or not no, the plant is still down. This has been the longest shutdown to date. Soon though, I really have to make time for taking some shots. I cant let you guys have all the fun. ;)

Wow! Still no steam!

You are a fun guy and you know you must meet your fun quota. :D

[Diamond Lil]

Some of you may know my V-Squirrel.
http://www.moviephotoforums.com/photopost/data/506/medium/My_V-Squirrel1.jpg

[echo3]

You beat me to it Lil. I have my V-squirrell pics on my x-hard drive. Will have to dig it up after work!!!:D

[Diamond Lil]

http://www.moviephotoforums.com/photopost/data/532/Smile1.jpg

[Heavens Thunder]

I like your Squirrel Lil on the bike and taking a picture .

[Diamond Lil]

No more work this week!

Rain is in the forecast right through to Sunday, but at least it is not snow.

Did anyone else ever notice that organic turkey are relatively small?

The range in the kitchen is still not repaired. I have learned to hate Whirlpool. Three keypads and controller board in microwaves and now the same thing in the range. They are fully aware of the fact that their electronics are stinky, yet they continue to use the same materials.

[echo3]

No growth hormones?
My oven isn't working right either Lil. The burners and the broiler work, the gas is firing right, but the oven won't get out of the preheat stage.
I've been trying to get it fixed since May, exactly 2 weeks after the warranty ran out!! :mad:
Nobody can be bothered to come out to fix the little stuff. I wonder if I could cook a turkey in my grill?? :p

[Diamond Lil]

Okay. Ovens don't like holidays.

It must be the absence of the hormones. It makes one wonder about the others.


Erin, turkey on the grill is outstanding. I've done it in a pan with spices to liking with an aluminum foil tent. Cooked it slowly for many hours and it was well worth it.
We did it on a spit once, but it was a bit of a hassle. Tasted real good.

[echo3]

I might try that Lil. Sounds good. At least I can use the burners on the stove, and the oven will get hot, just not up to full temp!
I swear, everything goes at once....I just replaced the storm door that the wind ripped off the frame, the washer and the hot water heater!! It all waited for Nick to leave!:rolleyes:

[EZE RIDER]

No more work this week!

Rain is in the forecast right through to Sunday, but at least it is not snow.

Did anyone else ever notice that organic turkey are relatively small?

The range in the kitchen is still not repaired. I have learned to hate Whirlpool. Three keypads and controller board in microwaves and now the same thing in the range. They are fully aware of the fact that their electronics are stinky, yet they continue to use the same materials.


Enjoy your time off Lil. I'll have off for a few days soon as well.

Thanks for mentioning the Whirlpool problems. I'm getting close to choosing new appliances and will steer clear of them.

I have a Maytag front loading washer/dryer combo that has had well known electrical problems. It's only ten years old and it's not worth repairing the second time so I have to replace perfectly good machines because of the electronics.

[Heavens Thunder]

Sorry to hear about so many applance promblem and need them for holidays. I like kenimore washer and dryer and oven and dishwasher. I keep things plain and simple and use old style oven with burners and heater elment in oven top and bottom and use new h-2 clothes washer that saves water and stainless drum last for ever and does nice job and big old fashion dryer to dry clothes. I check customer reports and look over things before buying items. Wish you all the best and enjoy you holiday and families and Friends.

[LunaTique]

I wonder if I could cook a turkey in my grill?? :p

Yes you can I would recommend you not stuff it.

Cook the stuffing the last 45 minutes in a covered dish,

Place your turkey in a pan covered with aluminum foil set in the middle of the grill. Turn just the outside burners on low.

Cook for about 12 minutes per pound, until the turkey registers an internal temperature of 165°F in the thigh and 170°F in the breast.

The last 20 minutes place turkey directly on the grill. Very tasty

You may need to replenish the drippings in the pan with a bit of water once and awhile if you are planning on making gravy.

Just make sure you have plenty of propane Don't ask me how I know this :blush

[echo3]

Thanks Luaa and everyone. It was actually fixed this morning, but now I think I want to try the grill anyway!! P.S. it was only a clogged orifice, no baking since May because of a clogged orifice!!!:mad:

[Heavens Thunder]

Glad it is fixed and bake again Erin . Let us know how your Grilled Turkey turnd out .

[Diamond Lil]

Enjoy your time off Lil. I'll have off for a few days soon as well.

Thanks for mentioning the Whirlpool problems. I'm getting close to choosing new appliances and will steer clear of them.

I have a Maytag front loading washer/dryer combo that has had well known electrical problems. It's only ten years old and it's not worth repairing the second time so I have to replace perfectly good machines because of the electronics.
It is such a good thing you have some time away from work Ed. Congrats.

You know, I've been a KitchenAid person for years. My washer, dryer, dishwasher and refrigerator ran for 13 years straight without any hitches whatsoever. When we sold the house the folks who bought it were insistent that the appliances be part of the deal. Our builder was big on Whirlpool, so we went with them for the range, dishwasher and microwave. Three keypad/control boards later I now have a GE Advantium unit in place of the microwave. It cooks with light, supposedly up to eight times faster than a standard oven and requires no preheating. It also serves as a microwave. It has been working well so far and longer without interruption than any Whirlpool we had.

Friends just up the road purchased a Whirlpool microwave 3 months ago and are having the keypad/control board replaced today. :faint

So as you don't think I am just anti-Whirlpool the GE Profile refrigerator is a dog in the ice maker department. Service has been here three times for it. There is no way that anyone has found to make it stop making ice when the bin is full. The paddle that is designed for just that is useless. So, as the days go by the ice fills up and freezes the mechanicals. They thought a shield on the unit would stop it, but no. Nowadays, with 2 of us using ice, we turn it off and only run it when needed.

Here is an interesting read when thinking about appliances: Appliance411 (http://www.appliance411.com/purchase/make.shtml)
...I check customer reports and look over things before buying items. Wish you all the best and enjoy you holiday and families and Friends.
Making such purchases is a major research project Jeff.

Thanks Luaa and everyone. It was actually fixed this morning, but now I think I want to try the grill anyway!! P.S. it was only a clogged orifice, no baking since May because of a clogged orifice!!!:mad:


Clogged orifices are NEVER a good thing.
Happy it's fixed.

:D

[EZE RIDER]

Thanks Lil. One needs a score card to keep track of who makes what. I did notice from your link that Whirlpool makes the Maytag Neptune that has given me the electrical problems.

I do have a KitchenAid dishwasher that has performed flawlessly for quite some time now. I'll keep the GE Advantium in mind thanks!

[Diamond Lil]

Well, Whirlpool has done its level best to make me lose my cool. No range for Thanksgiving regardless of what they promised. Thank God for the Advantium.

I'm going to work soon.

[Diamond Lil]

The part that was supposed to be here in time to be installed so that we had a functional range by Thanksgiving never made it. When I called and asked for an explanation they said that it was originally going to be sent via FedEx, but that there are components within it that may not be transported by plane. That means it will take 7-10 days to get here.

[echo3]

:mad::(:confused::mad:

[Heavens Thunder]

Lil hope you get it fixed to make Christimas Cookies and Ham or Turkey and big Smile on your Face cooking again soon.

[Diamond Lil]

Thanks Jeff. The part was here when I arrived home last night!!!! Now just to get service back in here to fix it. Then we see if that is the only problem.

[Diamond Lil]

Anyone live with coyotes in the neighborhood?

[LunaTique]

Yes... A fairly large pack of them by the number of high pitch yips. howls, yelps and barking that goes on at night around here.
I like the sounds they make.

[echo3]

My last house was on 7 acres surrounded by woods, lots of coyotes there, not so much now, but I know they're out there!!:(

[Vrod-Brad]

http://www.moviephotoforums.com/photopost/data/500/medium/Great_Dane_Pup.jpg

[Vrod-Brad]

http://www.moviephotoforums.com/photopost/data/500/medium/Crumbs.jpg

[Diamond Lil]

We've been hearing them make kills lately.

[echo3]

We would hear then all the time, especially early morning when we'd take the dog out. Luckily, they never came close, but it is a very scary sound. They are plentiful around here, but I've never heard of them attacking people or their pets. :)

Nice pictures Brad, I love the puppy pic! :dog:

[LunaTique]

If a paver is 4" wide That "Puppy" has some mighty big feet :rofl:

A Great Dane is like the size of a pony when full grown right? :D


We've been hearing them make kills lately.
Not sure but I think the number of human hunters is still down,due partly to Lymes desease and that wasting disease ( which I do not hear anything more about lately) so it only makes sense that the 4 legged pedator popluation would be on the rise.

Nature will balance things out if man leaves things alone.

I just heard one of my abutting neighbors has allowed a trapper on his property.
I only found this out via another neighbor (who came looking for her missing cat) that he had leg hold traps set.


I feel I should have been told. Not that I would ever walk on his property I have 20 acres of my own to wander around on but I have 2 dogs with invisible fencing on only 8 acres.

When we walk the trails outside of that zone Maggie & Fergus are very good about staying right with me but what if they saw something and ran to check it out.

Rant over :o

[Diamond Lil]

Things will balance out LT, you are right, but in the meantime they are coming within inches of peoples homes. Waking up in the middle of the night to a pack at the bedroom window is unnerving people. This is the first time since since we moved here they have never been that close.

Regarding the traps next door, it would have been just a bit of common decency for your neighbor to tell you. Sad.

[EZE RIDER]

All of us are lucky enough to observe the beauty of nature from a distance. When it gets too close for comfort it can be quite unsettling to say the least.

I did hear something about a resurgence of coyotes in North America. This is a very thorough write up on this animal. Click here (http://icwdm.org/handbook/carnivor/Coyotes.asp)

[Diamond Lil]

Wow! Ed, thank you so much for that write up. I'll be sharing it with my neighbors.

[J. R. Weems]

How is your shoulder J. R.? Off to work today.....

Lil~ I think a bit better every day. Still a bit of discomfort, but I can not place some coffee in the micro wave over the stove-- don't laugh, this is a big deal, from a three weeks ago effort. :)

[Diamond Lil]

Well then, J. R., we'll celebrate your progress and cheer you on through your continued, slow but sure healing process! Don't sweat the small stuff. Celebrate it!

[LunaTique]

Congrats on your new accomplishment J.R.. I am glad to hear you are continuing to make progress.

[echo3]

J.R., can't wait until you're as good as new and sharing your beautiful art again! :camera

[Vrod-Brad]

If a paver is 4" wide That "Puppy" has some mighty big feet :rofl:

A Great Dane is like the size of a pony when full grown right? :D


LT,

You are very sharp to notice that. The size of the pups feet is what got our groups attention! I shook one of it's paws and it was a handful:dog:

Brad

[Diamond Lil]

Man-oh-man! Is it cold out there this morning. The degrees are not too low, but the wind makes it cutting.

[LunaTique]

The winds have just started to pick up here. I did my first walk about with the dogs.

The temps were not biting cold .... yet. Although I have planted myself in front of the fireplace to warm up.:D

[Diamond Lil]

Nice idea.

I am glad work doesn't start until the afternoon for me today. It gives me time to stiffen up for the cold.:D

[Diamond Lil]

I'm down to my last two work days for this term. Man-O-man is it crunch time! Too many grades to process!

[echo3]

Ice, ice baby....2 hour delay!
2 days then nothing to do:rolleyes:....that's awesome Lil!

[Diamond Lil]

And we don't have the ice today Erin. We had it yesterday.

We had a great holiday gathering with some really fine neighbors last night! Much fun!!!

[echo3]

That's what it's all about Lil! Good for you!:)

[Diamond Lil]

Just got back from the work Christmas party! Now, to get some work done.:rolleyes:

[Diamond Lil]

Last day at work before the holidays! :dance

Have a great day everyone!

[LunaTique]

I am happy for you.

We are in a mad dash :dog:to get a few projects finished and installed before the big guy arrives.:D

[Diamond Lil]

It is all over, but entering grades into the system tomorrow. Technology failed us for a while this afternoon.


This time of year brings out the mad dasher in all of us, doesn't it LT?

[EZE RIDER]

Enjoy your well deserved break Lil!

[Diamond Lil]

Brad,
A terminal at Newark Airport is in lockdown because of a security breach?????

[echo3]

Okay Brad...what'd you do this time????:rolleyes:

[Vrod-Brad]

http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,581832,00.html :hide

Me?

[Diamond Lil]

Why do you do stuff that causes such commotion?

[echo3]

You know those V-rod riders Lil...Trouble!!http://bestsmileys.com/evil/12.gif

[Diamond Lil]

:laugh

[EZE RIDER]

It was all over the news today.....you heard it here first!

[Vrod-Brad]

We are fast and furious.....:ride:

[Diamond Lil]

Living life a quarter mile at a time...

[Diamond Lil]

Hey you wild and crazy photographers, don't wreck the place while I'm at work today or I'll have to call Max.




:laugh

[EZE RIDER]

We'll try but no promises........:D

[echo3]

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WOOHOOOOOO

WE GOT THE PLACE ALL TO OURSELVES!!!!!
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WHAT TIME YOU GONNA BE HOME MOM???????

[Diamond Lil]

Just checking in. Glad to see all is going along famously. :D

[Heavens Thunder]

http://www.moviephotoforums.com/photopost/data/500/medium/Daytona_2009_013.jpg How about a Chopper and a friend on the side .

[Diamond Lil]

That is some set of forks!
Your friend is good too, I'm sure. :)

[EZE RIDER]

Great looking bike Jeff. Maybe more for looks than riding but it does it's job well.

[Diamond Lil]

Be good again. I'm going to work.

[Diamond Lil]

Hey Erin,
Does Comet like a girl who can do the merengue (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mhrze8kJQM0&feature=player_embedded)?
:dog::dog:

[EZE RIDER]

Wow that dog is a great dancer!

[EZE RIDER]

Hey in line with the last couple of posts....

If the inside of your computer screen is dirty click here (http://www.raincitystory.com/flash/screenclean.swf) for a cleaning. :)

[pegdragger]

Ed, I have seen a similar one of those before, but it didn't have a dog. It was let's just say two certain parts of the female anatomy instead of the dog.

[echo3]

Hey Erin,
Does Comet like a girl who can do the merengue (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mhrze8kJQM0&feature=player_embedded)?
:dog::dog:

That dog is awesome, Comet would definitely like her. He already dances with the girls, but he needs some lessons to keep up with her!

Ed, that is the coolest video....a true window licker!!!

[LunaTique]

Hey in line with the last couple of posts....

If the inside of your computer screen is dirty click here (http://www.raincitystory.com/flash/screenclean.swf) for a cleaning. :)

Turn on the windshield wiper and my dog Fergus does the same thing :rofl:

[AtillasGirl]

Turn on the windshield wiper and my dog Fergus does the same thing :rofl:

So Do I..... Just kidding....:rofl:

[Diamond Lil]

Turn on the windshield wiper and my dog Fergus does the same thing :rofl:

So Do I..... Just kidding....:rofl:

Okay, so I'm sitting here at the computer, the dogs by my side when I read these two posts. I laughed out loud and now they are barking at me.

So Do I..... Just kidding....:rofl:
Are you sure?

[Kodatech]

Hmm...whats up?...TOO MUCH SNOW. In December we got 18 inches of snow....The temp stayed WAY below freezing for a while and it stuck around...and well...there was still some snow on the ground when last friday, the 2nd to last weekend in JAN we got another foot.


And today we got some sleet and freezing rain....This weekend coming up they are calling for another "significant" winter storm. And my job only gets more busy when it snows...so yeah...I have been pretty busy lately. :)


Thinking I may have to trade in the Electra-Glide for a snowmobile....

[Diamond Lil]

I hear you about the snow. I do not know about Virginia, but the news report indicated that DC had gotten more snow than parts of upstate NY this year. Now, that is not speaking of the north country. It is a snow making machine up there. A friend up in Mexico sends pictures of what it looks like as he is trying to get out the front door. Mostly they are white.

I've done jet skis, but not snowmobiles. What do we think of snowmobiles everyone? They certainly look like a good time.

[AtillasGirl]

More snow yesterday.... Did not get to go for my Birthday ride on Atilla.... So I think I am about to lick the windshield....

i believe that more snow here than New York.... IT WON'T GO AWAY.....:mad:

As far as snowmobiles..... they are a blast. If you buy one also pick up a long piece of nylon rope and the intertube out of the biggest truck tire you can find.... and in Disney style... keep your hands in the ride...... :cool:

[Diamond Lil]

Now, that makes the fun sound even more inviting Lori!

[echo3]

Lori's right, it is a blast.
Unfortunately it is hard to find anywhere to go unless you own a lot of land. In the old days you could ride for miles and miles.
Now all the farmers, hunting clubs, land owners etc. put 'no trespassing' signs around their properties, and lots of fences and barbed wire.
They're afraid of being sued if anyone gets hurt on their property.
There have been many people injured, even decapitated because they did not know about or see the fencing.
Thanks insurance companies and lawyers!:mad:

[Kodatech]

Yeah we have got more snow than a lot of NY this year from what I heard....they aren't saying how much we are supposed to get tomorrow and SAT, but I have heard rumors of up to 30 inches in areas.....Im not counting on THAT one though.

[J. R. Weems]

More snow this winter so far than we have had for a long time. We are now getting ready for another storm to start tomorrow morning, 20+ inches, a LOT for around here, and another storm being called for next Tuesday. :ride:

[Diamond Lil]

No-one should have to put up with all that snow!

It has been one heck of a week! Teaching, taking an online course in online education, working with HOA business trying to line up landscapers and nail down appropriate insurances. I need a vacation with my camera!!!!!!!!!

[Kodatech]

Here in Roanoke VA, we have beat Boston for snowfall this year, NY, and we are 5 inches from Anchorage Alaska!!!!!

[Heavens Thunder]

Back in my younger days in the 1971 I had a snowmoble made by yamaha with 433 cc two stroke motor and oil injection and twim carbortors and tuned twim expandion chamber ezhaust and had a nice crackle to sound and here it running. I t was 40 hp and 18 inche wide track with bear craws in track for traction on ice and snow and wide ski with shocks on them and emergency kill swicth hooked to glove if you fell off and do 85 mph top speed and with 4.5 gallon gas tank. It was nice to race locals in the open fields and cruise with friends everyday .Moonlight nights were nice to ride and enjoy the glow off the snow sitting on a mountain top or open field .Thanks for the days gone past and Happy days they were !

[EZE RIDER]

Nice story Jeff. You have a very good memory!

[Diamond Lil]

I'll go to work today while you southerners dig out. Stay warm out there.

Oh yeah! Please don't wreck the place. :laugh

[EZE RIDER]

We'll try to clean up before you get back. ;)

[echo3]

So sorry I missed it yesterday. We took the kids skiing, then made some fun food and watched the game.
Never got on the puter at all!
Hope you enjoyed your family and took a good long ride!!!!!

http://bestsmileys.com/birthday2/10.gifhttp://bestsmileys.com/birthday2/14.gifhttp://bestsmileys.com/birthday2/10.gif

[Heavens Thunder]

Thanks Erin ! I spent it with the Family and enjoyed it !

[Diamond Lil]

Off to work all day today. Don't forget to knock the snow off your shoes before you come in.
:D

[echo3]

Home....I need an after-school snack. Sorry about the wet floors MOM! :D

[Diamond Lil]

Hi Erin, Do you have any homework?

[EZE RIDER]

I did my homework. Took a few shots today. I still have to see how they came out.

[Diamond Lil]

Thank you for doing your homework.:D
I look forward to seeing your pictures.

[AtillasGirl]

I did my homework. Took a few shots today. I still have to see how they came out.

You have to post the photos in order for it to be credited to your grade....:rofl:

[EZE RIDER]

OK you got it. Heres one from today...:)

http://www.moviephotoforums.com/photopost/data/500/medium/DSC_4117.jpg

[Diamond Lil]

A+ You've shown us LI beauty!

[echo3]

Hi Erin, Do you have any homework?

I blew off my homework and went to a basketball game with the girls!! :D

[echo3]

I give it an A Ed, you forgot to sign it!! :D

[EZE RIDER]

I give it an A Ed, you forgot to sign it!! :D

Ha ha thanks!

If you look really really close on the bottom left, I did.;)

This (http://www.moviephotoforums.com/photopost/showfull.php?photo=14807) might help

[Diamond Lil]

I blew off my homework and went to a basketball game with the girls!! :D

Well, that is okay. We know you are a good Mom and besides, you stay up late. Do your homework then.


:rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

[echo3]

That doesn't count, different picture!:cool:
But I will give you an A+ anyway, I can see it on the pic above...
barely, if I stand on my head and squint real hard!! ;)

[Diamond Lil]

Ha ha thanks!

If you look really really close on the bottom left, I did.;)

This (http://www.moviephotoforums.com/photopost/showfull.php?photo=14807) might help

You've changed your signature.

[echo3]

I did do some studying during my prep...I mean study hall today, but I will be a good girl and so my homework as soon as I get off the computer!!:p

Well, that is okay. We know you are a good Mom and besides, you stay up late. Do your homework then.


:rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

[Diamond Lil]

I did do some studying during my prep...I mean study hall today, but I will be a good girl and so my homework as soon as I get off the computer!!:p

Oh no! You'll never get it done!

:rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl:

[EZE RIDER]

You've changed your signature.

Yea I'm not too comfortable putting my full name on the pics but I wanted to identify them as mine. I also have my email adress embedded in the pic as well. Who knows maybe many years from now someone will contact me with a comment or question.....

[Diamond Lil]

Cool idea Ed. Did you do that through the computer and then on to the camera?

[EZE RIDER]

I use Lightroom and when you import photos into Lightroom there are some options for adding metadata to the pics. You can really enter quite a bit of info if desired but I stick to the basics. I'm sure other PP programs allow for the same opportunities. I can also change or add metadata to each pic when processing them.

I believe for the metadata created in the camera I just have EZE PICS entered in.

[Diamond Lil]

So every time you process you add the desired metadata?

There has to be a way to automate that, wouldn't you think?

[EZE RIDER]

So every time you process you add the desired metadata?

There has to be a way to automate that, wouldn't you think?

Not exactly, There are preset metadata profiles that you can setup that will get applied to every photo that you import but as you scroll through your photos you have the option to continue to add info to the photo such as a name, location or the persons name in the photo. These additions would not apply to all of the pics of course.

So as far as I can tell it's setup pretty well.

[Diamond Lil]

I wonder if you can do the same with PSE?????

[Diamond Lil]

Off to work today. Be good while I'm away. :D

[echo3]

Tgi......f???:d

[Diamond Lil]

Happy Friday to me!

[gtoracer]

Waiting for Friday.....
<img src="http://www.moviephotoforums.com/photopost/data/500/cid_B61AC77143564584A20F551F41A14245_raceroom.jpg" />


here it comes......






here it comes ......



<img src="http://www.moviephotoforums.com/photopost/data/500/cid_E1A86F1F6CEF460AA78A1BC6DFFDB285_raceroom.jpg" />






Yeaah... it's Friday!!
HAPPY FRIDAY!


HAPPY FRIDAY LIL....Glenn :ride::ride::ride:

[EZE RIDER]

Glenn, love that kid!

Happy Friday!!!

[gtoracer]

A friend sent this to me in an email. Had to show it to Lil...Glenn

[Diamond Lil]

http://www.moviephotoforums.com/photopost/data/532/plause.gifhttp://www.moviephotoforums.com/photopost/data/532/plause.gifhttp://www.moviephotoforums.com/photopost/data/532/plause.gif
Great one Glenn! Thanks!

[Diamond Lil]

The weather has been rotten for days now. Rain, frost, wind. I wish I could find even the slightest bit of inclination to do indoor photography.

[Diamond Lil]

I left real early for work today thinking a photo op or two might come my way, but all I encountered was heavy fog.:rolleyes: It got worse as time went by. Maybe things will work better on my way home?

[echo3]

It is beautiful here today, more rain tomorrow:mad:
Hope you're getting a little of this sunshine!!

[Heavens Thunder]

It is 88 and sunny and time for a Ice tea brought out to the pool with some sugar while Iam enjoying the float and music.

[Diamond Lil]

Jeff, we can always seem to count on you for good weather!

[Diamond Lil]

I left real early for work today thinking a photo op or two might come my way, but all I encountered was heavy fog.:rolleyes: It got worse as time went by. Maybe things will work better on my way home?

Nope! It foggy, rainy and just plain old yuck. Tomorrow???

[Diamond Lil]

Our new term starts today! Let the new year begin!

[echo3]

Happy New Year!http://bestsmileys.com/party/2.gif

[Diamond Lil]

Thank you! First day done! M-Th teaching, Fridays no teaching!!

[echo3]

That sounds like a good schedule! I'm back to my new year starting Thursday. :mad: ;)

[Diamond Lil]

I wish you a happy new year too!

I should not complain, but feel like it because I lecture at 8AM Monday mornings. I'll get over it though. It cannot be as bad for me as it is for the students. They have real long days.

[EZE RIDER]

I hope your new term doesnt get in the way of your new career. :)

[Diamond Lil]

I know Ed! This darn gainful employment thing is annoying.
:) :laugh :rofl:

[echo3]

8 AM, yuck!!! I was thinking the same thing as Ed! Will we be seeing you this weekend Ed??

[EZE RIDER]

8 AM, yuck!!! I was thinking the same thing as Ed! Will we be seeing you this weekend Ed??

Sorry I havent let you know but it's been up in the air for me. It's not looking too good but still possible.......Hows that for a lousy answer? ;)

[echo3]

Lousy....;)
Hope to see you there!!:)

[Diamond Lil]

Be good while I am at work today, okay?

:D

[echo3]

You're lucky, I behaved (I had to work too :p)!

[Diamond Lil]

I know you can be counted upon Erin! Always!
:laugh

[echo3]

You do know I HATE mornings right? http://bestsmileys.com/clocks/2.gif http://bestsmileys.com/angry1/19.gif

[Diamond Lil]

You are a dear friend. Travel well.

[echo3]

35 mi to Binghamton!:)

[Diamond Lil]

WoooooooooWhoooooooo!

[echo3]

We're here, enjoying good wine, good friends and good stories!:)

[Heavens Thunder]

Thats Great Erin and Nick and Lil, but is there a camera to capture the moment.

[EZE RIDER]

Thats Great Erin and Nick and Lil, but is there a camera to capture the moment.

Haha! Good question Jeff.

I hope all of you are having a great time!

[Diamond Lil]

You all be good while I'm at work, okay?

[Diamond Lil]

Going to work. How about you?

[echo3]

Act 80 day here....1/2 day, no call! :)

[Diamond Lil]

I hope you are enjoying the day Erin.
It is very overcast and rainy here today. I can see it all through the windows at work. :(

[echo3]

Same here Lil! Hope you're feeling better!!:)

[Diamond Lil]

Getting there. The day is done and I'll be heading home. Thanks Erin!

[Heavens Thunder]

Had the day off and took daughter out to lunch and then shopping .

[Diamond Lil]

Nice Jeff. I miss lunch with my Dad.

[echo3]

I miss my Dad.

[Diamond Lil]

:group

[Diamond Lil]

Gorgeous day! Off to work. Don't wreck the place while I'm gone. :laugh

[Heavens Thunder]

Oh Lil you can Trust the Kids . They just want to have Fun ! It was raining Cats and Dogs at my place yesterday .

[Diamond Lil]

Oh Lil you can Trust the Kids . They just want to have Fun ! It was raining Cats and Dogs at my place yesterday .


Okay Dad, I'll send them to you if there are problems.

:rofl:

[echo3]

The cats and dogs are here now!!:dog:http://bestsmileys.com/cats1/10.gif

[Diamond Lil]

Uh Oh! You be good. I have to go to work!

[echo3]

Me too...gotta go start the boat. :D

[Heavens Thunder]

Thanks Lil ! Erin can the kids come over and play in the boat ? Got a Bike ride this weekend for charity and weather is getting cooler, 66 this morning and high of 79.

[echo3]

Schools closed due to flooding! We have waves in our toilet bowl!?!:confused:

[Vrod-Brad]

A day like today needs a little of this...

http://www.moviephotoforums.com/photopost/data/500/medium/IMG_0760.JPG (http://www.moviephotoforums.com/photopost/showfull.php?photo=19440)

[Diamond Lil]

Schools closed due to flooding! We have waves in our toilet bowl!?!:confused:

Whoa! You okay? Did you stay dry through the night?

[Diamond Lil]

A day like today needs a little of this...

http://www.moviephotoforums.com/photopost/data/500/medium/IMG_0760.JPG (http://www.moviephotoforums.com/photopost/showfull.php?photo=19440)


Keep those heartening photos coming Brad!:thumbsup

[echo3]

How did you get a picture of us so quickly Brad???
We're fine Lil, haven't ventured out of the house yet. They say the town is shut down and the rivers are up to the bridges.
All sports and such are cancelled for the weekend, fields are a mess.....:(

[Diamond Lil]

Wow Erin! Did the toilets calm down? The rain could be stopped up here, how about by you?

[echo3]

Toilets are still waving at us, but they are working fine. You could hear gurgling echoing up through the pipe where the washer drains....scary, Megan thought someone was in the laundry room!!
Raining like crazy still. Our little boat was flipped up on it's trailer, motor end down towards the ground, I dont' know why the pump didn't kick on, maybe clogged with leaves.
Oh speaking of leaves, I was looking forward to getting some fall pics, but after this, who knows if there will be any leaves left!!:(

[Diamond Lil]

I'm praying for the rain to stop Erin!

[echo3]

Thanks lil, it stopped...you did it!!!:D
Almost 7 inches !!!!

[Diamond Lil]

Geeezzzz Erin! The only plus side is that when you can get out those waterfalls should be flowing good!

[Bluesbird]

7 inches!!! That is amazing Erin! Glad to hear it stopped. I hope there are lots of beautiful fall leaves left for you to photograph. Nothing much has changed here in Maryland.

[echo3]

Thanks girls, I am hoping to go back to Ricketts Glen in a week or so. I just hope there are still some leaves on the trees!

[Diamond Lil]

Hey!!!!!!!! You made me late leaving for work!!!!!!!!

See ya!

:laugh

[Heavens Thunder]

http://www.moviephotoforums.com/photopost/data/500/medium/mur_025.jpgSorry you were late at work Lil ! I was having fun at bike night last night and getting dark and not using any flash on camera.

[polizzio]

Ahhh, bike night. I do miss those; riding home in the cool, dense air.

Hello my brother.

[Diamond Lil]

But,it appears that you were having fun anyway Jeff!

[echo3]

Thanks for your help Lil!:)

[Diamond Lil]

Any time Erin! You are welcome.

[Heavens Thunder]

http://www.moviephotoforums.com/photopost/data/500/medium/daytonafest09_044.jpg Getting ready to lead some Vrod friends down to Daytona for Luncheon at 12:30pm at DJ's Deck on the 16th of october. It will be just off A1A on Dunlawton Ave before you cross the bridge on the right hand side.It will be nice to meet friends again and talk to Theresa and Al and all the rest. Dr.Dave is going and others I talked too !

[Diamond Lil]

You enjoy yourselves down there Jeff and send our best to everyone!

[Heavens Thunder]

I will give them your best when I see them Lil. Today is a Troop run for collecting money to send packages overseas to show our support and will enjoy the bike ride with many Veterans .

[echo3]

Have fun Jeff, helping others as always!http://bestsmileys.com/havenice/2.gif
http://bestsmileys.com/coffee/4.gifWe're off to Watkins Glen to sample some vino and hopefully get a pic or two!
Have a great Saturday all!

[Diamond Lil]

Have a great time. It should be beautiful this time of year!

[echo3]

It was beautiful Lil. They said this is their busiest weekend all year!
http://bestsmileys.com/tired/1.gifWe were picked up at 6:00 this morning and just walked back in the door!!http://bestsmileys.com/tired/1.gif

[Diamond Lil]

I'm so glad you saw it now!!

So, you'll be up all night processing and posting photographs?
:hide

[echo3]

Unfortunately no photos:mad:
We went with friends:) and they were really into the wine tasting.
At least I found a new place to go back to and take pics, maybe Monday!

[Diamond Lil]

Travel up north on Rt 14. The vistas are splendid!

[echo3]

We were on 14 part of the day Lil, simply beautiful! We hit wineries on both sides of Lake Seneca near Watkins Glen, I can not believe how many there are. We tried to get a room, but everything was booked up.:(

[Diamond Lil]

Every time we traveled down to Long Island the winery count went up! Unfortunately, with all the leaf peepers out a reservation is essential.

[echo3]

My friend started looking for a room a few weeks ago and there was nothing.:(
We'll plan better next year.
Oh, I fibbed, I did take a couple quick shots yesterday, just friends hanging out pics, but I did get one or two of some grapes.
They were boring so I played with them a little!

http://www.moviephotoforums.com/photopost/data/590/medium/DSC_0055grape.jpg

http://www.moviephotoforums.com/photopost/data/590/medium/DSC_0075grapes.jpg

[Diamond Lil]

Very artistic!

[Heavens Thunder]

Cool shots reminds me of many years ago making grape jelly and juice from our concord Grapes on the farm.

[J. R. Weems]

After a heat wave, of sorts, the weather seems to be headed for Fall for real. Off to the Smokies in a few days, end of next week. Colors will, or should start coming down this way in earnest now. Will be looking for the colors, bears, and Elk on this trip, or what ever I can find. Hard to guess about the Fall colors, but we will see. No, I wont be looking for any more Grasshoppers. :D I can't believe I posted that. :)

[echo3]

Have a great trip J.R. The colors are finally popping here in PA! Hope they're popping for you too!
I look forward to your pictures, even if you do take a grasshopper or two!!;)

[J. R. Weems]

Have a great trip J.R. The colors are finally popping here in PA! Hope they're popping for you too!
I look forward to your pictures, even if you do take a grasshopper or two!!;)

Erin, well, grasshoppers need love too. :D :rofl:

http://www.fototime.com/B02096D3C9815F3/standard.jpg

[echo3]

:eek:OMG, now that is funny J.R.!!:rofl:
They're both feeling golden!:sinister:sinister

[Diamond Lil]

Grasshoppers are fun.

Enjoy your trip J. R. I know we look forward to your return. :camera

[Diamond Lil]

Grasshoppers are fun.



Okay, I posted this just before you two did your thing above! :rofl::rofl:

[gtoracer]

"Twitterpated"

[Diamond Lil]

"Twitterpated"

I love that word!

[Diamond Lil]

Long hours at work + heavy rain = No photography for me today :(

[Vrod-Brad]

http://www.moviephotoforums.com/photopost/data/500/medium/mansota.jpg (http://www.moviephotoforums.com/photopost/showfull.php?photo=19945)