I planned to camera-walk again this morning but got side tracked pulling weeds. The wet summer has made a mess of every flower bed and border in the garden. And once started weeding, it’s like blogging – I simply cannot stop. Now I can hardly move of course, and every stiff, awkward movement is accompanied by an audible groan.
Bill felt sorry for me and said, “Let’s go out for dinner.” Hard as it was to get up and ready, I did not refuse! Afterward, inspired by the few weed-free improvements in the garden, we decided to buy chrysanthemums to brighten things up for autumn. Needless to say, I did not forget my camera which I have now named “Pal.”
But instead of photos of mums, I got sidetracked again. On the way out, Pal was impressed with the weed bed along the road. Mind you, I was not tempted to pull these. I’m not sure what kind of weeds they are, but the mustard yellow show is lovely.
Then in the parking lot of the garden center, there was an unusual sight. It was a van covered over with bumper stickers and toys, and all manner of objects I could not readily identify. I tried to imagine the owner. One of the stickers says “Camp Divorce.com,” and another says, “Kiss Me!” so I suppose he (she?) is a footloose and happy individual. What do you think?
Meanwhile the home improvement center also proclaimed a SALE of twin red kayaks (I think they are kayaks. I know they are not canoes anyway) which were standing bravely against a fence. Bright as they were, they seemed a bit sad as they faced a disinterested crowd and the loss of another summer.
I never did get pictures of the mums we bought but will try again when they are planted and erupt in a profusion of happy color. Bill will have to do the planting since I can no longer bend over. Well, yes I can actually bend over but unbending would be the unsightly, painful problem.
The real hero in this story is Pal, my trusty new companion. I am amazed at the new kinship we have formed. Pal is usually quiet, but tends to see things I would miss otherwise, and then gives me a gentle mental nudge as if to say, “Picture THIS!”
Neat post! I should name my camera, too, since it’s normally close at hand! Love your first picture: the sky has been amazing the past few days.
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Oh, what will you name your camera Dianna? Do you suppose we are starting a trend?
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I’m not sure: poor thing, it has a hard life. I’m afraid I’m not very gentle with it!
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I am so glad you named your camera Dor!! My kids think I’m crazy because I name all my electronic gadgets :). My camera’s name is Rebel because it’s a Canon Rebel. I know it’s not very original, but I like it! Great photos! You and Pal work very well together!
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Pal is a Canon “something” – not sure what. And I don’t know what all the little buttons are for except for on and off. I’m sure you and Rebel are far more sophisticated. 🙂
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I’ll tell you a secret – I don’t know what half the buttons on my camera are really for either!! LOL
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Oh good! If I figure out anything, I’ll share. 🙂 P.S. The name of my camera is the Canon Power Shot 595. No idea what that means.
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I think you and Pal have a wonderful future ahead…..:-)
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Looking forward to a long and happy relationship… 🙂 Thanks!
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I think Bill is a hero, too, in this saga. Crazy car. It’s a wonder the cops don’t pull him over. That’s more distracting than texting–to other drivers.
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You are right – Bill is a hero too for even noticing that I was incapable of movement. The car, although a driving distraction, is a terrific hoot in a parking lot. Had me laughing even though it hurt. 🙂
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So cute that you named your camera. As soon as I can find mine in this mess I call a home, I think I’ll have to pay it more attention, thereafter, giving it a name.
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I LOVE IT! Your PAT, I mean! It is a wonderful companion! Did you say what kind of camera you’re using? I really could use one with automatic zoom and all that!
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Hi Shofar… my camera Pal, is a Canon Power Shot 595. I still do the zooming manually though. It’s just a little thing that takes pretty good pictures I think. Thanks for asking.
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Looks like you and Pal are getting along famously! 😉
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It’s a match all right… but I walked so far the 2nd time out and after weeding, I was incapacitated for a day! 🙂
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Haha, great idea to name your camera! Love the idea and Pal looks like it is having a ball! 🙂
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Pal and I thank you and hope we live up to expectations. 🙂
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When I get a “real” camera, I think I will follow your example and give it a name…:)
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It’s amazing how many picture worthy subjects you encounter once you become a shutterbug. I always look forward to seeing the things you shoot and I hope you do post your new fall mums soon!
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Well, we planted the new fall mums and would you believe the deer had them for lunch? We thought deer did not like mums! Ha! I suppose anything new and tender makes a good salad for them. Bill says they only ate the buds but left the core plants. Hope so. Otherwise, this shutterbug will be devoid of pics. 🙂
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