Theo Fenraven's Blog, page 23
May 11, 2020
May 11: Odds and Ends
One morning I put on a mask and filled the car tank with cheap gas, then drove to a nearby park. Can’t waste a perfectly good mask, right? That’s how things are these days. Combining trips is paramount. Turns out … Continue reading →
May 7, 2020
May 7: Dragonflies and Cobwebs
These photos were taken with a powerful telephoto lens. I was surprised at how good it is at closeups and tiny details. Minimum distance is around one meter, and then I can zoom in. I’d probably do even better if … Continue reading →
May 4, 2020
May 4: Flycatchers and Trails
One of the few places I can go with the camera during the pandemic is a local park I often visit. I choose weekdays, early mornings, and rarely see anyone. The trail system is not extensive, but it’s enough. I … Continue reading →
April 30, 2020
April 30: Garrison, MN
My parents are dead now, but at one time they lived near Brainerd, MN. It had a population of 13.550 in 2010 and was a nice little northern town with an interesting mix of residents and tourists. My folks lived … Continue reading →
April 27, 2020
Flash Fic: (A Cautionary Tale) The Real Enemy
The Real Enemy Genre: Thriller Words: 504 She was at the wildlife preserve to take pictures, despite the gloomy light. It had rained for hours overnight, and dark clouds still filled the sky that morning. She hadn’t been out … Continue reading →
April 23, 2020
Life Will Never Be the Same Again
You don’t want to hear that, and I don’t want to say it, but it’s true. The cushy life we knew is gone forever. There will likely be food shortages. Unemployment will be rampant. Families will worry about how to … Continue reading →
April 23: Lake Wales and Home
The only time I feel good about going out is when I take off with the camera. I’m almost always alone in nature, and now I seek it out. It’s not safe to be around people. Isn’t that a sad … Continue reading →
April 17, 2020
A Cardinal for Remembrance
From the web: A cardinal represents a loved one who has passed. When you see one, it means they are visiting you. They usually show up when you most need them or miss them. They also make an appearance during … Continue reading →
RIP Suki
She would have been seventeen at the end of July. She did not suffer. She was still alert when I took her in, but if I’d waited, she would have been in great pain. I’ll miss my sweetheart more than … Continue reading →
April 16, 2020
Apr 16: Clouds 2
Clouds are where it’s at!
