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September 24, 2024

First time out with the Olympus E-1: Kodak Colour Science?

*** Re-posted with permission.*** When the Olympus E-1 was introduced in 2003, it was the first time a camera maker had designed a camera exclusively for digital photography from the ground up. And the Olympus E-1 was, in every way, a camera designed for the pro digital photographer. Not only is it the best feeling Continue reading

Happiness

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September 22, 2024

Scenes in yellow on a cloudy day

**** Reposted with permission.**** A gentle read for anyone into photography. And if you’ve been to Hong Kong, a warm reflection. I can’t wait to get back there one day. Hong Kong offers a feast of sights for those with camera in hand. Spending all day carrying the Nikon D7100 and an attached 55-300mm DX Continue reading

Travel

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September 3, 2024

Rust, ruin, and bridge cameras

***** Reposted with permission from the Rusty Ruin Journal, 2024. There’s something delightful about rust. Patches of red, brown, and black, especially rough and grim, signifying the decay of something once prized. It’s a reminder that nothing lasts forever. It gives one pause to consider time, relentless and vast. Also a good excuse to post Continue reading

Travel

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August 28, 2024

Get to know your town

Take a drive. Bring your camera (phone, haha). Be curious. You’ll never know what you’ll discover. Explore where you live, friends. Continue reading

Travel

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August 13, 2024

It’s nearly mid week…

Time for a photo pick me up. Hope you are having a great a week, friends. Continue reading

Gratitude, Happiness, Uncategorized

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August 10, 2024

Down the Port with the SMC Super Macro Takumar 50mm

****REPOSTED WITH PERMISSION. IF YOU ENJOY THIS, VISIT THE LONELY RUIN ON WORDPRESS****. I’ll admit that I’ve never been a photographic specialist. I’m not into landscapes or portraits or macros, as much as I’m just into photography in general. Having a niche is great, but it doesn’t really satisfy my curiosity much and I’d rather Continue reading

Travel

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August 7, 2024

Thank you, friends

500 LIKES. Wow, I’m so grateful!! I started this blog for me. A little corner of quiet in the madness that is the online world. But little by little, a small, friendly audience has formed, and I’m so thankful you are here. I appreciate each and every view, like, comment. It’s an acknowledgement that, yes, maybe sometimes Continue reading

Gratitude, Happiness, Health and Wellness, Making change, Self-development

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August 7, 2024

Moving through the mid week slump

This was us on Sunday. Fresh air. Cool breezes. Outdoors. Adventure. Hiking. Friends. Laughing. Chatting. Planning. And the odd bit of back slapping as we affirmed our 4km accomplishment up and down paths and rocks. The walk (hike) was stunning. There had been a fire through here at some point, and it was lovely to Continue reading

Gratitude, Happiness, Health and Wellness, Self-development, Travel

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July 26, 2024

When the world calls…

Looking back at photos from our last trip and this photo hits true for me. Getting out on the open road and heading off on a new adventure. Exploring somewhere different. Meeting some new folk. Learning the history and stories of others. Making memories. I’m so grateful. Continue reading

Gratitude, Travel

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About Me

I’m 50+ years and I’m not wasting a single day. I’m married, a mum and live near the beautiful Barossa Valley, South Australia. I have lost 40kgs+. I focus a lot on protein and am on a journey of self discovery about gut and brain health. I love travelling, particularly through outback Australia. I enjoy hiking and bush walking. My camera is my phone.I work FT and recently commenced a grad cert at uni. My views are my own.