Georgetown, KY

A friend of mine had to see a specialist in Georgetown so after the appointment we thought we would take a look around. What a great little town. Wish they had better shopping.

Just a random house, no Christmas decorations, wonder why?

Forgot to mention, got a new Galaxy phone thought I would try it out. Did absolutely no photoshoping, wait I lied, did have to straighten a couple but that was it. Not a bad camera phone but will never take place of my Canon.

Rabbit Hash & Big Bone

As I am sure most of you are aware of, that is if you live in and around Rabbit Hash, the General Store burnt down last winter. A working general store since 1831 the tragedy hit hard for everyone. Money was raised and the work has begun to restore the historic building. To read about the tragedy and to see photos of the building while firefighters tried to put the fire out click on this link Rabbit Hash Fire 

 The closing hasn't stopped the local bikers from visiting one of their favorite spots. We visited the very last weekend before Rabbit Hash shut down for the winter.

We made a quick stop on our way out of Rabbit Hash and visited Big Bone Museum.  I'm embarrassed to admit this but I had no idea that Buffalo (which is what I have spent all my life calling them) are really Bison. Buffalo's are indigenous to Asia & Africa. Bison are indigenous to North America.  Go figure.

Trip to Devou Park

Today was one of those not a cloud in the sky days, the last sunny day that we had was Christmas Eve day, a long time without seeing the sun. I decided it was time to get out, get some fresh air and stretch these ole bones. Devou Park is always a great place to do just that. Not wanting to be around other humans I decided to head to the old stumping ground where we would take the dogs when we lived in the cabin. The area is now over grown, bamboo is starting to creep out of the woods, it wont be long before the bamboo will take over a lot of the landscape.

 This photo only reminds me of how much I want a Macro lens.                     

 Near the bamboo is apparently a favorite spot for the deer, as you can see the deer spend many evenings here shedding much of their hair.

 This is how thick the bamboo is now, 3 years ago when we discovered it you could see through the trees. Not the case now.

 Bamboo is making its' way out into the open.

Reminding me again of that Macro lens.

Yikes! Has it really been that long?

Ashamed, shocked, appalled, I can't believe I haven't posted since August. As you can tell from the photo below it is now Fall. If you are from the area any idea where I took this photograph?

I've been a little busy, just returned from Southern California where it was...wait for it....83 degrees. Stay tune and come on back I promise, promise, promise to update. By the way HAPPY BIRTHDAY ME!!! 

Meinken Field Dedication

Thank you to the Cincinnati Reds and Major League Baseball for donating the money to redo Meinken Field, Covington, KY. What a great turnout. 

2014 Cincinnati Reds Fireworks Video

2014 Cincinnati Reds Fireworks <<<<<<---------Link

I made a short video of the fireworks that I photographed this year, take a peek, hope you enjoy.

Foggy Morning on the River

Looking out the window before going to bed I saw fog starting to roll into the area, I wasn't sure if it would still be there in the morning but I set my alarm anyway just in case. Waking up way to early for me, (I'm a night owl) I eagerly made my way downstairs and out the front door to check on the fogs conditions, much to my delight it was still foggy. Grabbing the camera I flew out the door. Heading for the river I was hoping it would stay foggy long enough to get some photos. Woohoo I hit the jackpot. The three photos below were taken on and near Riverside Drive, right across the river from downtown Cincinnati.

 The one above is by far my favorite. I am ohhhh soooo printing this one up and hanging it somewhere.

I think I'll print this one up as well.

2014 Kenton County Demolition Derby

Let me start out by saying the demolition derby was a good time, I would recommend it. The only down side to it all is that it only had one main event. I will still go next year and hope the other county fairs have them as well. The rides were lacking although not for the little kiddies, I didn't even bother with any nighttime photography, food was good and the prices were extremely reasonable, I had 2 hot dogs, onion rings, chocolate fudge and a soft pretzel, Greg had pulled pork sandwich, some kind of chips that were excellent, of course I had to try one, he had fudge too and later on a burger, my suggestion would be to walk around completely before choosing, I missed the rib eye sandwich stand. The price to get in was $10.00 which in my opinion is a little pricey.So my rating on a scale of 1-5? 3.50. Better rides more derbies, bring the price down to $8.00 and for the love of God if any from the event who may be a volunteer, or committee member is reading is this...please have recycle containers, I couldn't find any, after all that I will gladly give it a 5. So far Boone County has the lead in county fairs, next one is the Campbell County Fair which is July 28th-Aug. 4th.

Never heard of City Nights TV but apparently this guy is doing some commentary about the fair from that show. 

 These rides were basically it for the adults.

 I'm all for golf carts but don't you think it's a little embarrassing to have a blue light on top of it officers

 These little guys started the derby, the first 3 minutes were cute then it was....zzzzzzzzzzzzz.

 Yay let the derby begin!!!

 Somebody lose an axle?

Greg picked the winner. He said it was going to be hard to beat a station wagon, he was right. I really thought the DRD car was going to win, I think he ended up in 4th.

Cincinnati Reds Fireworks 11-Jul-14

I tried a different location again, these photos were taken on Riverside Dr. This might be my location for the rest of the season. Hope you enjoy. Looks like this could be another busy weekend with the Kenton County Fair as the main event. I just love fried dough and soft pretzels oh and of course photographing the rides. Oops just checked the dates for the fair and it looks like it doesn't start until the 14th.