This was requested by Sato. :thumbup:
Wonderful!! Thank you so much, Jeanne Lee, for your arrangement setting up our Slide Shows and Videos forum. Jack, thanks also for your efforts.
Nice day and took another walk at the park. Here is a group of photos, looks like spring is here. Be sure to check it out full screen.
https://vimeo.com/161241522
Jack, that video was just beautiful. Beautiful here today, also.
If you go back tomorrow or Sunday, you might have to take the snow shovel. :tickedoff:
I just heard that we might have enough to cover the grass. What is with this crazy weather???
Joy
Joy, I had the same thought. I think Mother Nature has forgotten how the seasons go. We're to get snow Saturday, then again next week.
Mary Ann
Many kinds of flowers with various colors have started to bloom since March, early Spring here.
Posted the slide shows' series of the nature beauty celebrating the new start of this forum.
Jack, a nice show of the park. Thank you so much!! Spring Scenes 1 (https://vimeo.com/159601307)
Spring Scenes 2 (https://vimeo.com/160711711)
Spring Scenes 3 (https://vimeo.com/161046087)
Yea!!! we now have the Internet and Wifi. It was installed today. Now if we can get the boxes either unpacked or stored we will be happy campers.
Jack and Sato, really enjoyed your videos.
Jack and Sato, how impressive your corners of the world are. It's so beautifully different from our usual here. I wish I could make these colorful little films. My hand is too shaky for that and anyway I am seldom out these days.
I'll have to create something similar in Paint Shop, but not as realistic for sure.
Thanks to all of you. Bubble we do both video and slide shows. If you have a group of photos and want to email them I would be pleased to do a slide show for you. I remember Dons visit with you and family several years back.
Thanks Jack. I'll remember that. I don't have many good photos of late, the Purim ones are too disparate to do anything like that.
Hi Sato
Wrong board I know to mentions poetry, but I will have one about the Isle of Man and maybe a video to accompany it.
Kelly
Thanks so much for your messages on my videos!!!!
Kelly, look forward to your poem with video.
Sato "Photograph and Video Edit". is that what you work at?
Bubble, those are from my hobbies.
What are the other hobbies? Gardening?
Chanting ancient Chinese poems and others. Gardening, particularly taking care of flowers, is my wife's job!?
Do you also speak Chinese? WOW!
Jean, your time shows one hour behind your former place. Is Niceville's Time zone in CDT?
Bubble, we now use "Kanji" letters as main parts of Japanese language. They were imported one thousand and hundreds years ago from ancient China. The pronunciations have become so different as Japanese language. I am learning how to pronounce them as Chinese language. Then am going to sing old Chinese poems (all written with Kanji letters) in Chinese pronunciations.
I failed to put "time and weather thingy" in the signature column. So instead, inserted the link to my video late site on Vimeo.
That sounds very complex Sato. I have always been intrigued by the Asian different scripts and how artistic they look. Just like stylized paintings. Unfortunately they are too hard for me to learn. Even Arabic pronunciation is beyond me. I did better with African languages.
The cherry blossoms are in full bloom here. The Easter flower garden is open in front of the former warehouses built with red bricks. The harbor city Yokohama is now in the nice season. Edited a video as follows. Spring Scenes 4 (https://vimeo.com/161630949)
Bubble, I agree with you. Each language has a long history, even each word has a deep meaning. That is so interesting!!
what beautiful nature, Sato!
Sato I always enjoy your beautiful close ups, but enjoyed, even more, the slide show with the buildings, flowers and surroundings. We are on Spring delay now. Snow yesterday and frost this morning. Many of the trees are losing their blossoms, just hope the tulips survive.
Sato, as always, I enjoyed the cherry blossoms and other flowers. The colors of the tulips are great, such a variety. I enjoyed the Easter decorations, very clever.
Mary Ann
Hi Sato
You'r slide show was great.
Kelly
Thanks for all of your comments. The weather reporter said today's temp would go up to 70 degrees F with bright sunshine. The music of "Spring" by Vivaldi sounds from upstairs.
Sato, beautiful flowers in the Flower Show and cute Easter designs. Very interesting looking warehouse building. Thanks for sharing.
Joy
Joy, thank you for your comment on my video. The warehouse buildings were built in the 19th century. They have been remodeled into a huge shopping mall crowded with many of young people.
Sato, I loved your video. That was really special..
You are very observant. Yes, this area of Florida is in the CDT. We are in what is known as the Panhandle of Florida
Jean, I always check your time and weather when read your postings. Sometimes look at Google Map to see the places you mentioned. It is enjoyable.
It's a shame that I can't put the time and weather thingy in my signature column. It works only in US areas for the time being, Rick said. So instead, I have showed the LINK to my videos at Vimeo.
Rhododendron have started to bloom here and cherry blossoms are going to be in their final stage. The other kinds of flower and young leaves are showing their beautiful colors day after day.
Spring Scenes 5 (https://vimeo.com/161912793)
Sato that was lovely, your flowers always are.
Sato, you have a keen eye for those detailed images.
Another lovely video, Sato.
Since we have been too busy to take any new photos, I am putting in an older video of the place where we like for a Sunday brunch. It isn't too far from where we now live. A good breakfast and very reasonably priced, but I learned to skip the Irish coffee. Yes, there are one million signed dollar bills hanging from the ceiling and almost everywhere you look. There is a history about that but won't go into it.
https://Vimeo.com/105380106
Jean, great and liked that music. Spotted the insert with you looking in. Guess I am too practical, but while the dollar bills hanging from the ceiling was impressive, I would worry about a fire.
Hi Sato
As a gardener I do so enjoy your pictures
Thank you
Kelly
Thanks for all of your comments!!!!
Jean, an interesting video, and automatically the nice videos follow, one after another.
Hi Sato
I always like to thank members for their beautiful pictures or graphics.
It compliments the time they take creating graphics and taking pictures.
Kelly
A barn Swallow feeding a chick
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0XFdsqHTTI4 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0XFdsqHTTI4)
And here is a shape shifting Blue tit
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jhajFSo_vhQ (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jhajFSo_vhQ)
Chocky, two great videos. It's good to see you posting again and I'm glad you found us.
Mary Ann
Thank you Mary Ann
I have been very poorly over the 18 months but am well on the road to recovery
Hereis a lovely little video of a Robin taking food from my hand and the second video shows you him feeding his chick with the seed
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-aUomNMbv8 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-aUomNMbv8)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zzaz5UZcBLE&nohtml5=False (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zzaz5UZcBLE&nohtml5=False)
Beryl they were all excellent, you are a marvel with the bird photos.
Chocky, I am glad you are feeling better. I know you've had health issues the past year or two. You certainly have a lot of patience in getting those videos.
Mary Ann
Chocky, What beautiful videos. Have never seen anything like that up so close. What Mary Ann said is certainly true. You must really have a steady hand and lots of patience.
Thanks for sharing.
Joy
What a joy to admire your sharing, you are a genius to catch them in so detailed frames.
I hope a discussion will soon be opened so that you can also share those precious photos.
** Hint, Hint**
Bubble, what is wrong with "Photos Old and New" for posting photos? Lots already HERE (http://www.seniorsandfriends.org/index.php?topic=11.0). ;D
The Irish pub looks like a fun place. Never seen one collecting Dollar bills before. I did go in one in Butte Montana that had a bar 50 ft long with silver dollars under glass covering it. Another Irish Bar.
FlaJean. Now how far away from you last place are you? Enough to go back and visit?
Thank you all so much for your kind comments on my bird shows 8)
Jack and Sato, just beautiful videos of Spring. Thank you for sharing.....trish
I am trying to keep up (with all the spring work around the house)... leave comments with the videos but always forget to come back here to say how much I enjoyed. But, Chocky, I couldn't leave a comment with your video & thoroughly enjoyed watching you feeding the robin & then the mama feeding her baby.
I'm sure I've told about the robin that came to us for 8 years... first sharing the meals with the baby ducks we raised & stayed on to be fed scrambled eggs & scrambled & cooked hamburger & bites of honey-wheatberry bread. She built 3 nests a year in sight of either our back or front garage doors & would watch for us to come put food out so she could take it to her babies. She liked to play catch with the bread my husband would toss into the air and I did pick her up one year when she got back from her migration south... she was so exhausted she fell off the fence around the pool when I went out to make sure it was her. I carried her into the house to show my husband that "Missy is back!" So many stories about those 8 years I always thought about writing a children's book with photos... but never enough time. Thanks for sharing your photos, love 'em.
What a tale, Shirley! You must show us again some of those photos.
I envy you that friendship with a bird. Fascinating.
The next stage for spring beautiful blossoms is ready for the Japanese pears, and young green leaves of trees are growing in the warm winds under sunshine. Then small babies of fruits of Ume, Japanese apricot, have already appeared while we enjoy sleep at the spring nights. Spring Scenes 6 (https://vimeo.com/162242158)
Chocky, interesting videos!!!! Thank you for your sharing.
Sato, looking at your blossoms, Spring has sprung. Only not here. We have more snow and more on the way. The blossoms are lovely, keep them coming!
Mary Ann
They were showing the snow in Ohio at little while back today. Awful. We are having the worse Rain storm but at least don't have to shovel it. Very cold though.
Been so busy but finally catchingup. Chocky, you are so amazing with your bird photos and videos.
JeanneP, we are almost 350 miles from Ocala. We did go back this weekend to clear out some personal items. Our house sold in 2 days and we met the nice young couple who bought the house. They have three children and it makes happy us happy to know there will laughter and joy in a place we loved for 28 years.
Thanks, Bubble. It has been so long since I've seen those bird photos I'm not sure where to look for them. They were back in the 35mm camera days but I scanned some to CDs & DVDs... and have not looked at them for years. "One of these days".... ::) :crazy2:
Sato, another lovely spring in your world, thanks. Beautiful job.
Jean, I had no idea you were planning a move. No wonder your house sold in 2 days, I remember all the photos of your gorgeous flowers & all the birds you showed us. I just remembered that you posted a link & I haven't checked it out!
Jean you had a lovely home and yard and I know you are pleased that a nice young family is moving in. Many happy years in your new home !
Jean
I didn't realise that you had moved so fa from your last home. Isn't list the length of Florida?
I loved that area.
Just noticed we are missing our Sachiko, hope she finds us and can get back into our site, show us her video clips of her travels....I always found them, and her, a breath of fresh air....
Quote from: Vanilla-Jackie on April 12, 2016, 10:17:28 AM
Just noticed we are missing our Sachiko, hope she finds us and can get back into our site, show us her video clips of her travels....I always found them, and her, a breath of fresh air....
Hi Vanilla!
Sachiko is unwell and was in hospital. We hope to see her back sometime next month. I wish her full and prompt recovery.
Thank you so p Bubble I had no Idea, I certainly wish her well....
Pleasant day, finally, so off to the park. Lots of tulips and more to come.
https://vimeo.com/162593617 View full screen !
Jack, it is so nice to see tulips in blossom and you have more to come. I notice ours are up but not quite ready to bloom. Before the end of the week we should be up in the 70s and it is now 47. That's quite a jump in a few days. But I can't wait!
Mary Ann
Jack, that was beautiful. I love tulips!
Joy and Jean thanks, we had frost again this morning, hope the last.
Jean read your post about getting the washer and dryer today. Made me think of our move to Wheeling in 1960 and for a week using a laundromat, have not used since. Hope the day never comes.
Now Jack. I like sending my Laundry out. They do such a beautiful job. All is folding so nice . Sheets and towels like when new. Jeans and tops the same. Just have to pick it up and put in drawers.
Last week they did all my heavy drapes. I did do my own rugs in the big machine. had so many and all got done so fast. I have a large Australian Sheep wool white rug. 8ft x5ft. Had it 40 years and it comes out like new. Don't put it in the dryer but he hang dries it in the furnace room.
I decided I didn't want to replace the washer and the space makes another closet.
This place is just down the road. He for years had done for 3 of the smaller hospitals and some hotels for year. Has big washer and dryers for them along with the smaller one for the launderette .
When had family young it seemed to take forever doing the laundry at home. I always have a lot of throw rugs and didn't like putting them in a Home washer. One little washer would run a hour it seemed. This way I can get it all done at one time. Drop of and Pick up
Jeanne, a laundromat is not the same as a laundry. With a laundromat, you take your clothes and put them in washers, then dryers for which you pay to use. You fold your own clothes, then take them back home.
Mary Ann
Mary Ann. Now this place is a combination. has both. I have know him for 35 years and has Millions invested in it. So clean. I could do my own there but I prefer to have them do it. I never cared to do laundry and ironing is even worse. The look perfect when I pick them up.
Really not that expensive when you think of the time it would take for me to do it all.
Also I decided I had earned the right to take life a little easier . Let someone else do what I don't care to do. I love to cook and so do no longer eat out most nights as when working. In a single crowd where we spent a lot. Don't drive as much . Save on all the suits and things had to buy for work and so one off sets the other. Also I am a little lazy now. can put doing things off. :crazy2:
:crazy2:
Been learning lots of new things since we moved. Got one of those new stoves that you use touch. The first day I got it I managed cooking ok. The next morning I started breakfast and it kept beeping at me. Now I'm used to it and love it. Today had to learn to use the fancy new washer and dryer. So many choices. The doors are glass and I did enjoy looking in every now and then.
Jean. All your new equipment sounds good. Its amazing now on things like Washers,fridge. stove as to what they can do anymore. Almost have to learn just like on computers. Both my Daughters just redid their Kitchens. One her Fridge has a computer on the face of it. Tells when things need replace. Getting out of milk. Need this need that. Same with its freezer. When you use something it tells how many left. Between that and her phone. Crazy. Runs her life.
Now do you have a lot to do in the outside gardens of this house. You had them looking perfect at the other. Bet you are enjoying doing the changes though.
The man who lived in this house died several years ago and the family just sold it in August to a developer. Then we bought from him in Feb. Our neighbors have been cutting the front yard for years and are going to continue. We have a small a garden across the front of our two yards which they have been maintaining. They said they would continue to do that if we didn't mind. We don't mind at all. ☺ï¸
But we do need to do something with the beds up by the house in front and work on the little backyard. We aren't quite ready to start on that yet. We have three bay windows. Two of them look out onto the backyard so we want it to be nice. It has a nice little back porch which always has a soft breeze.
I know your husband will want his bird houses up. You had some nice ones didn't you?
The people who bought your house were lucky. They yards were perfect. Maybe if they had children that may change a little.
Would like some word on Sachiko, and now wonder about Sato. Understand the earthquakes are in his area.
Jack, I sent Sato a message asking about the location of the earthquake in relation to his town but I have not heard from him. I also did not get the message back as not being deliverable.
Mary Ann
Mary Ann, thanks.
I just looked in to Grand Haven, so peaceful, and so much going on around the globe. I also sent JeanneP a note that the mother Eagle is back with the young ones. Kept looking in and just saw the chicks, but appears ok now.
Jack, I been watching the eagle cam and checking the questions and answers in the the chat room they have three times a week.
Someone asked about the parents leaving them alone. The answer was they are old enough now to be left alone for short periods but at least one parent is close by at all times. Cam B scans the area once in awhile and Dad is perched in a tree close by.
Someone mentioned Golden Eagles recently. I have never heard of a Golden Eagle so did a search. Over the years, U-tube has posted a number of videos, several by the US Wildlife Service by both kinds of eagles. It was very interesting.
What would be do without Google :).
Mary
Zoe chasing RC car.
Here is a bit of fun with Zoe (son's dog) chasing his remote control car. She really gets excited about this.
https://youtu.be/ETKFOQ9iKvY (https://youtu.be/ETKFOQ9iKvY)
Jack. That is so funny. Poor dog. Driving it crazy. Good way to exercise a big dog like that. One sure could not run with it on a leach. Has it quit growing yet?
MaryTX thanks for that info. The chat was turned off and wondered about the poor chicks, but appears all is well.
JeanneP that was Lynn posting about their Zoe (sorry my Zoe is gone and miss her)
Lynn that was terrific and admired both Zoe's energy and the skill of the person handling the car.
I received this message from Sato this morning. He was not in the earthquake, but he has had a stroke and will be unable to post here.
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> Thanks so much. We two are OK. It was in south of Japan. In KUMAMOTO. Instead, I also have been hospitalized due to a slight brain stroke. Sachiko still in hospital. For the time being, I will be unable to write to you on S & F.
> Sato
Mary Ann
I am sorry to hear that.
Thank you for reporting MaryAnn. I am glad they did not experience that quake. My best wishes for Sato and Sachiko to be soon healthy and back to normal.
Mary Ann thanks and prayers for both Sato and Sachiko, hope some day they will both join us.
I am so sorry to hear about both Sato and Sachiko being in the hospital. They are both surely missed. I, too, hope they both will soon be well and able to participate in the Photo boards here. It seems that Sachiko has been in the hospital a long time now. Will miss the beautiful flower pictures from Sato, and of course, Sachiko's most interesting travel pictures and especially her wonderful pictures of her food displays. I am sure she is missing not being able to travel, also. I wish them both a quick recovery.
Joy
So Sad to hear about Sato and Sachiko. Such a shock as they both always seemed to be in the best of heath. busy all the time and kept so active. One just never knows when some thing will happen.
Let just hope that they both get well soon. I am sure they are under the best of care.
I'll e-mail Sato to let him know that others are thinking about and praying for him.
I'm not sure, but I think Sachiko had a heart attack and she has been in the hospital a long time. Sato had said she expected to be released in April and we are over half way through April.
I hope both of them are able to rejoin us soon.
Mary Ann
I'm so sorry to hear about Sato. I posted on Sachiko's Facebook page but she has not posted there for some time. I will also check Sato's page. He often sends me messages on my iPad and I wondered if something was wrong. Mary Ann thanks for checking.
Jean, Sachiko has been in the hospital for some time. Sato had said she would be released some time during this month, but I wonder. I sent her an e-mail this afternoon. I really don't expect a response, but I thought if she eventually got to read it, she would know were were thinking of her and missed her.
Mary Ann
Sorry to hear that Sato and Sachiko are not well and in hospital.
Best wishes for a speedy recovery to them both.
Kevin
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I sent Sato an e-mail that I had posted his e-mail and people here were posting messages of encouragement. He sent an e-mail this morning, thanking everyone and said he would not be able to post here. I won't send him another e-mail until I hear from him.
I also sent an e-mail to Sachiko, but I do not expect to hear from her.
Mary Ann
Mary Ann, glad that you did receive a reply back from Sato.
Really do miss both him and Sachiko. I am thinking that maybe Sachiko hasn't been in the hospital as long as we think she has. Maybe she is in a rehab center for therapy and will soon be well enough to get back to posting here. I hope that might be the case. It doesn't seem right that we don't see either of their names pop up with their beautiful pictures.
Jack and Jean.... I know we all are sure looking forward to more of your beautiful pictures, also, now that the weather is getting so much nicer. Really looking forward to seeing some of Jean's new area.
Today is a beautiful, sunny , warm day here in Central Maryland.
Joy
Joy, Sato is the one who has said Sachiko is still in the hospital and I think he is now in the hospital himself. I won't contact him again until I hear from him.
Mary Ann
Mary Ann, I got a short note from Sato. He said he hoped he would be well soon but can't post for awhile. I sure hope they both have a complete recovery. Sachiko seemed so healthy that her illness was a surprise.
Take a look, and join in this discussion
http://www.seniorsandfriends.org/index.php?topic=70.0
Thank you for all messages from you! Been getting better day by day. Thanks to modern medical care and all prayers from you.
The slideshow next was taken by my friend who lives in another ward of YOKOHAMA. Got it today. Forward it here. Now in midst of Spring.
Sachiko will be off hospital next week!!
http://www.city-yokohama-tsuzuki.net/Landscape/displayimage.php?album=110&pid=10553#top_display_mediaO
You all are a bad influence... came in for a quick look & been checking links & thinking and see I've spent over an hour already.
Lynn, that is so funny to watch Zoe chasing the car... and such a smart way to exercise her without being on a leash!
So sorry to read that Sachiko is still in the hospital and now Sato in. My sincere prayers for a full recovery for both and will be watching for their return. Sato, thanks to your friend for the beautiful photos, great detail and color.
Sato thanks for the photos from your friend, hope to soon see your fine work.
Good to hear you and Sachiko are improving and will keep the two of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Hi Sato
Good to read your post.
Best wishes to you both.
Kevin
Sato - very nice photos from your friend. I snatched the lake view for my desktop. I hope he won't mind.
Sato, I enjoyed the video from your friend, but I like your closeups better.
Glad to hear that both you and Sachiko are improving.
Mary Ann
Kelly.
Were you home Sunday. Read where a young Motor Cycle rider got killed again.
On reading the report it read exactly the same as the one when my brother got killed. He was hit the same way. From behind and ran into wall on turn.
So Sad. So many have died in the races.
In a moving tribute she said: ‘We were told that the damage to his brain was too severe for him to ever wake up again. Even if we had waited for the swelling to go down, the damage was too bad.
‘He also wasn’t able to breathe for himself and was kept awake by machines. Myself and his family decided rather than prolong the inevitable, we would turn off his life support machine and donate whatever organs we could.
Read more: http://www.iomtoday.co.im/news/isle-of-man-news/billy-redmayne-dies-after-motorcycle-race-accident-in-scarborough-1-7860738#ixzz46OaRu3mw
Lovely day here so back to the park. The tulips are now in full bloom and in some beds losing the petals. Here are some of the photos taken tocay. Check it full screen.
https://vimeo.com/163605344
Hi JeanneP
Yes I heard about the passing of Billy Redmayne after a motor cycle racing crash. He was racing in Scarborough.
So sad to lose ones's life st such a young age.
Kevin
Jack, I would like to tiptoe through those tulips. Very pretty.
Mary Ann
Sato, so glad to hear you are getting better day by day.
Jack, that was so enjoyable. I wish we could grow tulips here but too much trouble.
Jack, the tulips are gorgeous! I was surprised they had the red & white in the same bed.... did not remember them mixing the colors before. Wonder if they can tell them apart when they dig them up. I planted tulips one year & not a one came up. Thanks for taking us for a walk.
I did get a few photos of dogwood blooming in MO but don't have them uploaded to the computer. I took some photos with my phone & still have not figured how to get them off.... they won't "attach" to e-mail. I do hate this smart phone. :idiot2:
Mary Ann, Jean, and Shirley thanks. I tell folks that Jessie gets me up there for a walk, but it may be my taking her.
Shirley at first that bed only had a few red but as they blossomed I was surprised to see the mix. It is a nice effect. I also wonder if they can tell the difference when they remove the bulbs. Each year they remove and sell the bulbs so hope someone does not get a surprise.
Jack, those tulip pictures were gorgeous. My first husband was born and raised in the Skagit Valley of Washington State. Even 60-70 years ago, it was a major dutch bulb raising area for tulips and daffodils. They would plant them in acre wide plots as far as the eye could see to the east and a mile or so in length with red, then yellow, white, and purple tulips and daffodils. When they bloomed, it was a sight to see.
As far as someone getting a surprise, last fall my sister purchased a package of 18 "white" tulips and planted them in a circle. This spring, she ended up with "one" white, several shades of pink, a red and a yellow :).
Mary
MaryTX I would guess the stretch of tulips are only a quarter mile. Oglebay plants new/purchased bulbs each fall. After the tulips bloom they pull up the bulbs and sell them. I never purchased any, too many deer in my neighborhood. Shame Oglebay has problems with the deer and has to put electric fence around the beds. They turn them on in the evening.
Posting the link to Deer at the Park and my home, again try it full screen (sorry for some a repeat)
https://vimeo.com/141221921
Beautiful! Thank you. Some of the deer seem to have short or shorter ears than other. I wonder why.
Jack, a fun video, thanks.
Mary Ann
Neat video.
Most of them have larger ears than the kind we have around here. We're in an established part of area, but some of the northern suburbs are really having problems with deer, bobcats and other wildlife. These new subdivisions are building in their area, and they don't have anyplace to go unfortunately.
Mary
Mary Ann, Bubble and MaryTX thanks. We are small town and Oglebay keep the deer that are so interesting for visitors. There is no hunting so always lots around.
Bubble I do not know about Deers Ears, That rimes, but know that as we age our ears continue to grow, they claim the cartlledge still grows and gravity plays a part. I have large ears but no help, need hearing aids :)
Jack. I just love watching that deer Video. They must have the deer under control there at that park. Does the area have a deer hunting season?
I hate it when its here in Illinois. They upped the amount that could be killed the last season and I read the did over a hundred thousand . People keep telling me it has to be done but when I watch that video I wonder why they can't do what is done in other countries. Have a food they eat that cuts down on the breeding. UK have done for years. I don't see rabbits and squirrels much anymore around here. I know that years back in UK they managed the rabbit problem the same way.
I left messages on the sites, Jack... love the tulips & the deer! The first campground I stopped at last week the "host" commented that "they" allowed a bow & arrow hunting season last year & they killed off most of the big bucks & older females, so far he was only seeing young this spring. Seems like they could control better, what hunters can take & cut off the hunting when the limit is reached. I'm not sure how they control the breeding but expect it is difficult when an area where humans are, and even other wildlife. Some areas you find mule deer & white tail together, I think.... Google shows the differences. Your photos of individual deer are SO sharp, just beautiful!
JeanneP and Shirley thanks, no hunting at Oglebay, guess a few may wander onto the farms in season and get shot. Hunters coming here to play golf can't believe the number of them walking on the golf courses and will not move for the golfers. To my knowledge Oglebay does nothing to reduce the herds, but they do chase the geese that make a mess on the walking paths.
This town is having lots of trouble with the geese problem. Across the way from me they have built beautiful 3 t0 4 hundred thousand dollar homes and like most in area put in a man made lake. Around all the Estates people are complaining. They are up on the lawns. Poop all over furniture and can't walk on the grass. The lakes have been put in at all the big shopping area. People take their kids and have them feed them. Just like us when we took our kids to feed the ducks years ago. Not in towns though. Big signs up now say "Please don't feed the geese" They also stop traffic all over by walking in the road.
Someone thought they would stop by putting some type of poison into the lake across the street. Killed thousands of dollars of fish that they had stocked it with.
Glad I am not rich enough to live so fancy.
Another slideshow of Spring in Yokohama taken by my friend is as follows.
http://www.city-yokohama-tsuzuki.net/Landscape/displayimage.php?album=111&pid=10564#top_display_media
Jack, I enjoyed that video. Jessie looked as long as she could but just had to scamper after those deer. Lovely music.
Sato, those were pretty flowers. I especially like the last photo that had both red and white. Thank your friend for allowing us to see a little of Yokohama.
Sato, it is good to see you put in an appearance. Thank your friend for allowing you to show his pictures; he does a good job. I did not recognize all of the flowers he showed.
Keep on getting well.
Mary Ann
Jean, Marry Ann, Jack, Bubble and friends, thank you for your comments on the slideshow!!
Jack, Oglebay park looks like in nice season of Spring. Beautiful scenery!!
Sato so good to hear from you. Like the work of your friend but look for your fine work soon. You master the close ups, I quit bending over, finding it too difficult to get back up. :)
Beautiful place to walk, I've never seen flowers like that, wonder if they smell as nice as they are pretty. Thank your friend for sharing (and you for posting his link). Glad to see you doing so well and know it is difficult to be confined to a hospital with spring blooming outside. Best wishes for a speedy recovery. Shirley
We finally took a little time and wandered off for some picture taking. I really enjoyed walking in that white, soft sand at the beach. Got caught by a wave when a tourist kindly took our picture. Really enjoyed the day which started off with a good breakfast at an old fashioned diner in Niceville and ended with a pulled pork sandwich at Tommy Bahama's. Larry hates to eat outside but he said it was my day so I enjoyed eating out on their attractive patio.
https://vimeo.com/163843462
Jean. I wondered how you could stand to move from your last town. Looked so perfect. But now I can see, this area looks great also. That white sand. Love the look of it. How I miss seeing the ocean. I think I have made up my mind. Don't think I could move permanent but will try to spend some of the winters in Florida. You have given me 2 areas to check up on.
Your husband so tall. Sort of like my husband and I Iooked . Me at 5ft. 2 and him at 6ft 2. Mutt and Jeff. But them we could wear 5 inch heels to look taller. Not anymore.
Jean that was wonderful. Great photos and the video of the waves hitting the beach had me dreaming. Good photo of you and Larry. I am only 5ft 7 and Shirley was 5ft 5. She would not wear the high heals so she was not taller, so we always saw eye to eye :)
Oh Jean, you really hit the spot with your trip to the beach today. Just beautiful pictures
Like Jean said, I,too, thought your previous pictures from Ocala were great, but you have really "hit home" now, with the great pictures from your new area;. The beach looks so inviting. Great picture of you and Larry. You really are little. Looks like you both belong right there. I am so looking forward to more pictures.
I want to get to the beach so bad. I can't do much walking anymore, but I would be just so happy to be able to sit on a balcony overlooking the ocean. And, go to some nice beach places to eat.
Thanks so much for taking us along on your day trip. Looking forward to a lot more trips with you.
Have fun and enjoy yourselves.
Joy
Jean, such a nice trip. I loved hearing "the ocean's roar". The buildings looked familiar, such as are in the area where Norm lived or where he traveled around the area. Are you now in a house or do you live in a condo or high rise.
Mary Ann
Thanks for your comments Jack, JeanneP, Joy and Mary Ann. We live in a house. I'll post a picture in the photos album. It is so nice to be a few blocks from our youngest daughter and have her drop in for a few minutes to "shoot the breeze" as the old saying goes.
Jean, what nice photos you sent us!! Love the ocean and white sand beach. A small boat is fantastic. Say hello to Larry. Would like to hear his message.
Hi Sato
Good to see your post.
Kelly
Loved the show, Jean, and nothing looks familiar of the "quiet little town" we visited about 20 years ago. All sparkling new buildings, but wonder if the lily pond may be sort of like what we saw. The sound of the waves gave me a shudder, think I am the only person that holds my breath at sight & sounds of large bodies of water. No idea why it affects me like it does, guess because it never changes day or night and so powerful. You did a wonderful job (as you always do).... and see you & Larry are same "Mutt & Jeff" that JeanneP & I belong to, looking good! I agree, having a daughter or son close enough to stop by is a blessing!
Thanks, Shirley. you would not like living here if you don't like water. We have to cross a bridge just to go into Niceville. Of course we have our shopping centers here in our Blue Water Bay Area, but we are just a stone throw away from Niceville and that is our postal address.
And to go into nearby Destin (where the beautiful beaches are) we have to cross the Choctawhatchee Bay on a 3 ½ mile toll bridge. My daughter tells us that they don't go to Destin much in the summer months because of the tourists. Ft. Walton Beach is not a problem, it seems. No toll roads there. I was raised a few blocks from the Hampton Roads and later by the Chesapeake Bay so it really feels like home to me.
Now what is the name of the Town where you not live. I need to check it out. I started out life and lived 21 years where could get to the ocean fast. Miss it so much living in Illinois. Hope I can end my time someplace where I can see and hear the ocean.
I actually live in the county but my postal address is Niceville.
I didn't realize that there was much Country left in Florida. Do you have acres or are there lots of homes out there.?
You are right, Jean, I've been to both coasts & all along the Gulf and traveled to England & back on a ship, I don't want to live near a large body of water. I made sure when we bought this house that the Arkansas River we join would never come near the house.... not a chance! I'm not sure why the fear, always been with me and dreaded the week end trips to visit "Grandma"... over the Missouri River & several smaller rivers, especially when the rivers were high & raging. We went across the MO River one time on a small "raft" (not the correct term), never again! It was a single car type & floated down river quite a way to the landing, I was terrified... my husband, 3 little kids & none of us wearing life jackets. The operator was used to doing it all day & was routine for him. We took the long way the next year~ to visit my husband's mother & brother.
Jeanne, I think we all enjoy what we grew up with, I never thought I'd be happy to stay in Kansas, but this is "home" now. Still the middle of the US except for wind, pretty much same weather as MO. We moved to KS in 1960, a lifetime ago. Hope you can find your water!
JeanneP, Florida is different in climate and population depending on the area. We live in a housing area and have small front and back yards which suits us quite well at this age. :). Many people don't realize that Florida has three climate areas---south, central (we were in the north central climate in Ocala), and north. I think it was in 2010 that Florida surpassed New York to become the third most populated state. But most of that population is in the south.
Azalea in full bloom at NEZU SHRINE in Tokyo. My friend arranged the slideshow.
http://princeyokoham.sakura.ne.jp/cpg/displayimage.php?album=146&pid=20102&slideshow=4990#top_display_media
I am getting well day after day. But it is a shame I'm unable to walk out of hospital, need to do much more training to walk around by myself.
Sato thank your friend for a lovely group of photos.. Know it is difficult for you, but hope in a short time we will again be viewing your art.
Thanks, Jack. But for a while I will not be outdoors. Just waite for videos or slideshows from you all. Look forward to them ON BED.
Sachiko is going back home out of hospital tomorrow.
Sato, it is good to get a message from you. Thank your friend for his beautiful pictures. I am glad to hear that Sachiko will be going home and I hope it won't be too long before you also will be going home.
Mary Ann
Sato, I am so glad you are working to gain your strength. We sure do miss you and Sachiko. I hope your wife and family are well. Your friend's slideshow was lovely.
Sato, thank you for sharing the video from your friend. Beautiful flowers.
Glad to hear that you are improving. Just takes a little bit of time to regain your strength. Glad to hear that Sachiko is going home. Sure hope it won't be long before you both are back to all your interesting activities. You both are very much missed.
Joy
Sato - patience and perseverance is what is necessary to get back to normal or as near as possible to normal. Have the strength and will power to achieve that.
Best wishes for you to be able to enjoy this summer's blooms.
I am glad to hear Sachiko is to be released from hospital and able to resume her active life hopefully.
Thanks for the lovely sharing from your friend. A real pleasure for the eyes.
Mary Ann, Jean, Joy, bubble, thank you for your kind messages. I will try to do every thing to recover my health.
Hi Sato
Best wishes for a speedy recovery to you and Sachiko.
Kevin
Sachiko returned home on April 27. She might have been afraid of the new system of our site. Hope someone would give her any suggestion to join us.
Sachiko's mail address is as follows.
sachiko3@mpa.fuchu.jp
We enjoyed going to the Turkey Creek Walk in Niceville. Saw several families enjoying swimming in the creek. The walk is ¾ miles and we didn't quite make it to the end---but almost. ;) By this time it was getting a little warm.
https://vimeo.com/164829830
Jean so pleased you and Larry take time to relax and get the cameras busy. Lovely photos and video and the Hymn was so fitting. Looks like a great place to get away from it all.
Jean, so good to see the pictures of the nice park in your new area. Looks like a really nice place, especially with the enclosed picnic area. I love to eat outside when it is nice, so that would be my choice to take a nice picnic lunch and enjoy the peaceful area. Looking forward to seeing lots of more new places. Thanks for sharing.
Joy
Jean, it is so nice to see you posting videos of the areas around you. You have moved to a beautiful area and I enjoyed being with you.
Mary Ann
Thank you Jack, Joy and Mary Ann for your comments. Joy, they have a bus that picks up seniors once a month to take them to the park. I'm glad we went on a week day when things are kind of slow. I've lost 10 lbs during this move. I think my next trip is going clothes shopping, but I haven't told Larry yet. :thumbup:
I did enjoy the video, Jean, left a comment there. You do find the most interesting & relaxing places. Okay. love to shop, take us along?
I am in panic mode with painters coming Monday to start the process. Taking off these storm windows & keeping them from getting broken if it's windy... getting them cleaned & marked so the painters get the right ones for each window will be a nightmare. We put it off so long it is overwhelming now.
Hope the weather is calm all week, for everyone... especially the painters. ::)
Jean, enjoyed your video. You and Larry look nice.
It is now at the end of Spring and early Summer seems to have started. Here is a slideshow with PHOTOPEACH which was edited by my friend in Yokohama.
http://photopeach.com/album/7t0eri
Another slideshow of flowers' photos by my friend in Yokohama.
http://www.city-yokohama-tsuzuki.net/Landscape/thumbnails.php?album=112
I am unable to walk around with my camera, so I asked him if I could share his works to you here. He agreed with pleasure. Some Japanese words be seen though.
Sato, so nice that your friend shared his videos with us.
Beautiful rows and rows of flowers in the Photopeach video. And, the sharpness of the greens and yellows in the trees were beautiful . And, the music was so soothing.
I couldn't watch the second video as it was a message telling me it was "forbidden". Don't know what that means????
Thanks for sharing.
Joy
Joy, thanks for your comment. The second video showed lots of beautiful wisteria. I don't know why it doesn't run. Sorry!
I could see it all. Beautiful.
I start to think that Japan must be the country where there is the most respect for nature and where blooms are most appreciated and cared for. Such rich displays, so many gardens!
Thanks Sato for allowing us to admire and become a little envious :)
Joy, as for the second one, you need to push "slideshow mark" which might be strange for you. Sorry.
Bubble, thank you. Would you please add any other comment than mine above for Joy?
I don't know what to say: I saw these as thumbnails that I could click on to view bigger, not as slideshow because I did not see anyway to do that. I wish I was fluent in Japanese script! The "choose the language" did not help.
There is a small icon at upper part to run the slideshow. It may be difficult to find, sorry. But bubble's way might be better.
Now, it's bedtime for me, a bit early, but I AM in hospital. A shame!
Have a peaceful sleep Sato, and may it help your return to health
Bubble and Sato, thanks for the hints , but it still comes up as "Error - Forbidden" Those are the only words in English.
Everything is in Japanese and no place that says to Translate. No icon for "slideshow". I just will enjoy the second video of those beautiful rows and rows of white bushes.
Thanks, anyway for trying to help out.
Sato, do hope that you will soon be back home and doing well.
Joy
Sato both slide shows were beautiful, would like to stroll along both lines of flowers and trees. Love the colors but just the sun shining on the green leaves were wonderful. You might help your friends with PhotoPeach, Windows live or Apple. Would love to have them join us. Wonderful that you and Sachiko speak our language, if your friends do not, their photos alone are a fine message.
Sato, I was able to view both of your friend's videos and I found the Slideshow icon. He takes beautiful pictures and you have so many beautiful flowers in bloom.
Mary Ann
It Looks like our poor little Eagle babies got a soaking. Wonder if they are having this cold, rain where they are. Parents sure leave them a lot these days...
Grand Haven doesn't look to good either. Only 2 people on the Beach wearing winter coats.
Sato, I enjoyed the slideshow but especially enjoyed the Photopeach video full screen. The photos your friend took of those leaves are very nice. I love the way they way they showed in the photos. All of the photos were outstanding.
Joy, when I tried seeing the photos with my usual browser they wouldn't come up at all. Then I went to Chrome browser and they showed immediately. Maybe if you try a different browser you will have better luck. I also enjoyed the music.
Sato, thank you I really enjoyed your show....Everything looks so healthy the flowers with the pink insides and the green shiny leaves....Have to ask, are the Ume fruits edible? ahh just answered my own question, seems to be called a plum yet is more related to an apricot....
Wishing you good health, sorry to hear you are currently laid up in hospital.....
I've just got up from bed in hospital right now.
Many thanks for all of your comments. There might be several ways to watch videos or slideshows. Depends on each computer's environment. My friend is sort of a specialist on PC, but another members don't use English usually, so no words in your language on the masterpieces.
It's fine, the sun is shining here. You are maybe having a good evening now.
Jean, I can't do Google Map street viewing on my iPad mini. Can you use your iPad for this purpose? Please show us the details of your new home address if you don't mind?
Vanilla, thank you so much for your message! Yes, UME is a kind of plum, a Japanese apricot. My wife emailed me that lots of UME fruits are growing day by day, so we will be able to celebrate the festival of harvest when I return home.
I seem to be getting the photo's along with the music that Sato is sending just fine. Loved the Purple ones back 2 postings. I thought they were trees but maybe they are hanging bushes.
You keep getting Well Sato. Then you can get back home. You are missed.
I think it must be cold where the Eagles are also. The leaves are really shaking around and they are still laying in the same place looking wet.
Yes best wishes for a speedy recovery Sato.
Kelly
Sato, thank you for the update on our Sachiko, just noticed your posting at the top of the page........I hope she is not afraid of our new forum registration and will soon be back with us, I for one certainly misses her video postings, plus she is such a sweet and lovely lady....
Jeanne, Kelly, Jackie, thanks for your comments. My friend made another PHOTOPEACH slideshow as follows. Fantastic lots of peonies and colorful CARPs swimming high in the fine sky in this season.
http://photopeach.com/album/dfj3bt
Hi Sato
Good to see your post.
Kelly
Sato, your friend takes beautiful pictures. I hope it will be soon that you are able to get out and take some yourself. Get well quick!
Mary Ann
Sato, incredible flowers - Is that in a public garden, do you know?
The music too was intriguing: to my ears it sounded like Spanish. Very pleasing too.
It has been awhile since I saw any of the parents in the Eagle nest. They act like they are Hungary. Hope they haven't been abandoned.
JeanneP, are you referring to the DC cam? The eaglets have not been abandoned. One of the parents are there frequently bringing food. They are pretty much self feeding now. so the parents bring food, mainly live fish and then them go at it. Most of the time, at least one parent is there, just out of camera range. Last nite, DC was having a thunderstorm. Mom was on the nest and both babies were burrowing as much as they could underneath her. They are so big now, they couldn't get in very far :).
Mary
Kelly, Mary Ann, thanks for your words.
Bubble, we have many public parks and gardens in Yokohama. Along with some main roads are planted flowering bushes. Japanese has a bit simillar pronunciations to Spanish. So the singing might have sounded like in Spanish.
Hi Sato
Again nice to see your posts
Are you home now from hospital
Best wishes
Kelly
I find Chinese sounds very difficult to reproduce, so maybe Japanese would be easier to speak?
But I start to think my memory will rebel acquiring a new language.
I tried Tagalog and I tried Sinhalese but the vocabulary was too hard to remember. Old age? lol
Kelly, no, I'm still on bed in hospital.
Bubble, I don't think you're too old to learn a new language. Our famous doctor, 104 years old, says it keeps a human young to try starting a new thing.
Grand Haven looks rough today but beautiful with the waves.
Eagle babies are really getting big now. At what age do the start to fly?
Sato, is your famous doctor, 104 years old, still learning?
I do learn almost daily in PaintShop, I do word puzzles and Sudoku to keep the mind active, and lately learned to use Excell on the computer.
A totally foreign language is too taxing now, but I might take again Spanish or Italian, for the fun of it. I can read easy novels in these but it's hard to speak when not mastering the grammar.
Do you know another foreign language apart from English?
JeanneP, they usually fledge between 12-14 weeks which will probably be around the end of June. They are about 5-7 pounds now. They flap their wings and hop around the nest. It looks like they are going to hop off, but they seem to instinctively know when to stop.
Mary
MaryTX, thanks for that info. Mom is with them right now and feeding them. They are getting big and I get nervous when they walk up on the edge of the nest.
I was never good at learning another language in School. We just had to take Latin. Now I wish that I had tried harder. I can look at Italian and sort of figure some out but not that good. Spanish I could have learned in the past 20 years as I had to have one person for French, one for Spanish working with me as my office was the International part . Taking care of S america. Canada, And Europe. Again I could sort of read it a little. Doesn't help. In Us now everything is in Spanish and English. All the streets marked. Stores. Fact I have purchased 2 things this month with instructions only in Spanish. We will be getting lost. My town and close area now has at least 9 thousand from Mexico and S America living in it. Never saw one up to 3 years ago. Very interesting .
Hi JeanneP
Our own language Manx, is a very hard language to learn.
And I live here!
Kelly
Bubble, the 104 years old doctor is seeing patients everyday, and an active president of a nationwide society for LONG LIFE. He says anything is OK as far as it's a new trial for her/him.
I can use a bit of Deutch and Chinese.
Hi Everyone
I can use a lot of Double Dutch, or maybe you had guessed that! :)
Kelly
Hi Sato
Kelly
Kelly, what does Double Dutch mean?
Hi Sato
Double dutch means talking rubbish or nonsense
Which is what I most of the time!
Kelly
Kelly, thanks for your answer. Maybe it's midnight now. Sorry to ask again. I have enjoyed walking around with Google Map street viewing on Man Isle. What climate is your place like now? What kind of flowers are blooming? BTW, the weather thingy doesn't appear on your column, the same as mine. On the former system there was. Why?
The weather program has a serious problem with countries outside the US. We "foreigners" have to live without it until a solution is found. :)
I am sure Kelly will add about Manx being a real country, though tiny. :2funny:
Hi Sato
The temperature now, at 9.10am is 50F or 10C, with a high they say of 54F or 12C. Which is about average for early May here.
As for plants, quite a lot. So here are a few,
Bluebells
Forget me nots
Heathers
Pansys
Daffodils
Tulips
Grape Hyacinth
Shrubs
Forsythia
Rhododendron
Azalea
I cannot get the weather app, I don't think the Island is in the list!
Kelly
Hi Bubble
Even I am not sure if the Isle of Man is actually a country in its own right.
Probably being a crown dependency, we are not.
Many Manx people would like to be Independent, but I am not sure we should be.
Kelly
Kelly.
Now I hadn't been to the Isle of Man since being young. Some of the family use to just go over for the weekends if they thought the weather would be nice. Really it never seems to be much better than Blackpool . Southport when it came to the weather.. They liked the Isle of Wight more. Always a little better weather.
I never thought though that I of M didn't have any industry as such that it could be a Country of its own. Could it afford to be.?
I know the did some farming but not big. Had a few mills. Flour and such. Seems my mum use to like a type of cheese that could get there.
Would take a lot of money now for them to become independent. Sort of like the North of Ireland. It couldn't make it on its own. They now realize that now I think.
Isn't it now more of a place for Retirement. What does it make its income from? I am sure it has changed some from my days. Use to be a cheaper place to live.
Kelly, bubble, Jeanne, thanks for your informations!!!
Another PHOTOPEACH slideshow of beautifull wistelia in white color and others which my friend took in the old city KAMAKURA nearby. It is like in early summer here now.
http://photopeach.com/album/f275vy
Kelly, I hope you would show us the images of flowers and blossoms there you introduced us.
from bed in hospital yet, Sato
Hi Sato
Will do my best with photos of places where I live.
The picture on my profile is of the Gaiety theatre in Douglas the capital of the Isle of Man.
It was designed by Frank Matcham who designed the famous London Palladium theatre.
Kelly
Sato that was lovely, and while I do not speak the language, the music fit the mood. Hope you are progressing.
Sato, you and your friend have a lot in common; you both take beautiful pictures.
I hope you are improving in health.
Mary Ann
Sato, such beauty took my breath away. Thank you.
Kelly, Jack, Marry Ann, bubble, thank you for your comments. I am getting well, but a bit day by day.
Hi Sato
Gad to hear you are improving day by day.
Best wishes
Kevin
Sato, Enjoyed both of your friend's video so much. Excellent photography and enjoy his music selections. So glad to hear you are improving little by little!
They must keep people in the hospitals much longer in Japan. Here even after tough operations they seem to send you home. Why have a baby now and you can get out the same day if born in the early hours. Knee replacements. Hips in a very short time.
Lots of complaints now because Insurance are saying to many people being sent home and then within a short time have to go back in again. In a way they are part to blame and they don't want to cover the cost . All want to make money.
Our big hospital/clinic here in town. It post the profit they made this year and it was millions worked out to $2350 on each person that was in there. Pro rated of course. Make x amount on some and more on others. They also get a tax break for treating some that are not insured.
Hi JeanneP
Sorry to be so late in replying to your post yesterday.
I along with my family and friends who live here can tell you what the Isle of Man is like, but everyone is entitled to their opinion of the Island even if they don't live there.
The further North you go on the Island, like Ramsey where I live sees more of the sun than the East and South of the Island. There is not a lot of difference between Blackpool and the Island regarding the weather especially in the summer.
As for the Isle of Wight, being further South than us, it does have sunnier weather. However, Manx people see the Isle of Wight as another county of England. And the Island is not a county, but a Crown dependency.
The Isle of Wight has a Member Of Parliament in the UK Government, while the Isle of Man has its own Government. It is the oldest continuous Government in the World since 979AD.
As for Industries, It has a thriving financial sector which is the biggest contributor to the economy of the Island. It has a large E-Gaming business, also it makes along with its other factory in the UK ejector seats for many of the Air Forces around the World.
It had for about five years a stake in Pinewood Studios which makes the James Bond films, but the sold that stake about six months. And it made films here for many years, not Bond films though.
There are not as many farms as there were on the Island, the flour mill is in Laxey and is the only one on the Island supplying the bakers and other businesses. The cheese would be Manx Cheddar and I have bought that on the Island of Majorca.
We are not part of the European Community and I doubt we will become Independent. I for one would not vote for independence as we are happy being a Crown dependency. I am a patriotic Manxman, but my allegiance is to Her Majesty the Queen.
Parts of the UK are for retirement, like Harrogate, Clacton on Sea, but not the Island as it has a low number unemployed and attracts workers from the Latvia, Russia and other areas around Russia. Also countries such as South Africa, Australia, the Philippines and many other places.
The Income Tax is half the rate is the UK for the lower and higher tax bands. We must be doing something right to be able to offer much lower tax bands to Manx residents and those who come here to work and those who might want to retire here.
As for housing it is dearer than many places in the UK like the South East of England, the North East and North West of England and the Midlands.
Not because I live here, but it is a lovely place to live and most who come to live come because they feel safer here.
Kevin
I enjoyed a very nice Mother's Day. Jeff had to work so Gigi, Larry and I played games. After Gigi left Larry and I took off to discover a little more of Niceville. We found a really nice park not far from us and I took a few photos. The last little movie I took of Larry resting yesterday after working so hard in the front flower bed to have it ready for Mother's Day. I love my little fountain.
https://vimeo.com/165804703
Jean, loved it, now you need a boat. Larry looks right at home.
Jean, I am so envious of you. LOL What a beautiful park. I would have to have a boat if I lived that close to the water,
Larry looks right at home. I love your little fountain.
I know it was a special day being with your daughter for Mother's Day this year. Sounds like you had a fun day,.
Thanks for sharing you new home with us.
Joy
Jack and Joy, thanks for your comments. A wonderful Mother's Day.
Jean, a nice video of the park in Niceville. I like the last movie of Larry.
Jean/ Both areas look great. I can see taking picnics in both of them. Also what a great place to walk. Wooden walkways are the best. You both look like true Floridians in your nice white outfits. I would get dirt on mine in the first 5 minutes. Don't know why I do that in White but never in another colour.
Happy to see you are really settling in after your move. Sort of puts me in the Mood.
My friend visited the IKUTA ROSE GARDEN in Yokohama and reported the video of beautiful spring roses with PHOTO PEACH as follows.
http://photopeach.com/album/18u76qr
Hi Sato
How are you Sato, hoping you are beginning to feel much better.
Thank for the link which opened for me, sadly no slide show.
Kelly
Beautiful roses Sato. And I liked the singer. I wish I could understand the lyrics, but it sounded romantically sweet.
Sato a lovely group of photos and agree with Bubble, the music fit so well.
Hi Sato
Tried to access the link, but nothing. But great news that friends here like it, so it must be good.
Kelly
Sato, beautiful roses by your friend. Thank him for us.
Mary Ann
Sato, That was a lovely video of roses. Enjoyed it and the music! :thumbup:
Quote from: Kelly on May 13, 2016, 08:16:10 AM
Thank for the link which opened for me, sadly no slide show.
PHOTOPEACH slideshow file has been made with FLASH program, so when it doesn't run on Safari or else, please try to use another browser. Copying the URL I sent, then pasting it on another browser, you might be able to see the slideshow. Sorry, I chose a strange format of slideshow video.
Bubble, Jack, Mary Ann, Jean, thanks for your kind comments.
It's been like in early summer here in Yokohama. Fine sky, bright sun shines, deeper greenery. As for the Time and Weather thingie, has its problem been solved now? My pinch-hitter at the column looks like behind the season. It shows "Spring Scenes".
Sato, I watched Spring Scene 6 again and it's always nice to view. The pear petals are beautiful.
I've wanted to ask - is that you playing the piano for the background music?
Mary Ann
It seems to be raining in Grand Haven, but not in Grand Rapids.
Mary Ann
The Eagle babies so cute 5 min. ago. One was sleeping and the other one was trying to wake it up by flipping its wings on it. It did and it just attacked the other one for a second. They now act like they want to fly. Keep flapping wings.
Little rough on Grand Haven Beach today. No people walking it.
Jeanne, it's been cold and raw here today. Not a hard rain, but it's been damp all day. It is not a good day to walk the beach.
Mary Ann
Mary Ann, I play piano when singing Chinese old poems in Chinese language, but Bach music is difficult for me to play. Instead, my computer makes MP3 music files with application programs.
Sato, I don't recognize composers, just tunes and I thought it might be you playing that piece.
At Grand Haven, they are flying kites because it is quite windy. Lots of whitecaps.
Believe it or not, we had snow this morning while at church.
Mary Ann
Radioman just said that it was snowing in London Ontario. The weather is crazy!
Here it was 33C this afternoon.
It is 54F or 12C here and a nice sunny day
Kelly
Marytx here are several runs of Jessie. Do not have Zoe on a site to link, but she seldom finished a run :)
Check it full screen. The one was a demonstration in a shopping center.
https://vimeo.com/144034143
Jessie was a natural and so professional on the agility trials. I've been to a few trials and enjoyed seeing Jessie perform in the video. Zoe was natural at having fun. The trial you showed sometime back of Zoe doing her agility act kept me laughing.
Yesterday Larry and I took a leisure day and visited the village of Seaside. Every house is a different color and each picket fence is a little different. It was so crowded with tourists (including us) we couldn't find any parking so just took some photos from the car. We want to go back and look around when the tourist season is over. There is another little village called Watercolor that has all pastel shades of houses. Many people that live in Seaside have a view of the Gulf from the top of their house. The town was hit by a hurricane several years ago but there was very little damage as the houses have to be a certain distance from the Gulf, although some of the dunes were washed away.
https://vimeo.com/168383462
I can't get vimeo.com to come up unless I sign up for it.
Now it seems like when traveling through California I went past a place called something like that. Had different coloured homes. Not very big. Can't think what the name was now.
I think that in California it was called "Surf side" Much larger than the Florida Seaside I think. Houses quite large. Have to win the lottery to own one.
Jean, a great tour. I was expecting small cottages, but pretty large and impressive. Would be a great place to take a walk, and very little climbing. Just had the air conditioner man here for annual service, good thing it is 88 and a bit too hot, so thermostat set on 74 and staying inside. Was out early with some yard work, but now play/sleep time.
JeanneP I log in to enter a video but should be no need to do so to view a link posted here.
Jean, I enjoyed the motor tour of Seaside. I think I saw something on TV one year about the town. I agree with Jack that some of the houses are quite large, and would be expensive.
Mary Ann
Thanks Mary Ann and Jack for your comments. JeanneP, you don't have to sign up to watch videos so I don't know why you had a problem.
Since today is Memorial Day or Remembrance Day as some call it, I have posted a video I did in Ocala. I am missing Lynn's photos. I imagine he took some pictures today of Memorial sights in his area. We haven't been here long enough to know what is going on.
http://www.vimeo.com/67087997 (http://www.vimeo.com/67087997)
Jean that is such a moving tribute. Ocala has some class, am sure you miss it but it appears you have found an excellent new home.
Out in the back yard thought I would do a short video on the cicada. I mention the noise and the IPhone did not pick up the volume so on Vimeo turn up the sound to get an idea of what I will have for a month or so.
Check it out full size, but do not look at all if you hate bugs ;)
https://vimeo.com/168671673
Jack. I like the looks of that plant. Wish I could get it go grow around my outdoor shed and at the back of the house. Is it a fast spreader. keeps all year. I have stopped putting any mulch out anywhere. I put it around the wooden shed and had to replace all the wood for about 6 inch up. Termites they said had gotten there from the mulch. Not to put it within 8 ft of your foundations. So now got River Rock in most areas.
Did you read the article that I put in yesterday in one of the other forums? it was telling about the 5 Veterans burial grounds that had been damaged Saturday mornings. People had run truck and cars all through them breaking down all the crosses. Not all in one area but different towns. Wonder why people would do that. Also graffiti had been sprayed all over the Vietnam Memorials.
Fury as vandals and looters desecrate veterans graveyards and historic battlefields across three states on Memorial Day weekend
A Vietnam War memorial in the Venice area of Los Angeles has been extensively defaced by graffiti
In Kentucky, a driver deliberately drove across grave sites marked by white wooden crosses
Looters ripped up parts of Virginia's Petersburg National Battlefield in an apparent search for relics
Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3614397/California-Vietnam-War-memorial-missing-vandalized.html#ixzz4AATvSUet
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Jack, I don't believe I have ever been in an area with so many cicadas. They'll be gone soon.
JeanneP I emailed a photo of the tree, getting tall but not spread out and is really not a shade tree, I should have planted several more.
Jean, and I laugh when I think back about our reaction on seeing one large beetle in our room in Florida years ago.
I am not frightened by the cicada but when swarms flew in my direction and several landed on me, I decided that was enough.
I then got out the hose and washed many of them off the tree (want to share with my neighbors) hope they do not all come back. They can damage young trees when they cut into the limb and lay their eggs.
Jack, take it the cicadas do not kill your pear tree; if so, that would be a shame.
As long as any bug is on the screen and not by me, they do not bother me. Same with snakes.
Mary Ann
Jack, I have a Cleveland pear in front & back yards, planted at the same time but are slightly different in shape. The one in front grew taller while the one in back is rounder, not as round as the Bradford pear but same leaves, blossoms & as dense. These both give lots of shade, we trimmed up as they grew so can walk (or mow) under with ease. I left a message with the video, great job of capturing the sound.
Jean, I also left messages with both of your videos. Such a neat little village, can picture people keep adding rooms UP as the family grew. Most look like they have gone to the metal or other type siding instead of wood. Expect that would be smart in a damp climate. Thanks... and I enjoyed the Memorial Day again!
Thanks for your comments, Shirley. No, all the siding on the Seaside houses appeared to be wood. Maybe the coloring or the sun in the photos made it look like metal or vinyl but you could see that a few of the houses needed a little paint retouching. We were close to the houses as the streets are very narrow.
Just marking a trail :thumbup:
Roses and irises remind me of visiting their gardens in May last year. They might have been in full bloom at the same parks this May too. I made a short slideshow with their past shots, adding new rhododendrons at the hospital garden I stay now. I used this time the slideshow program in the PHOTO App on MacBook computer. Flowers Show in May (https://vimeo.com/169060499)
Sato, seeing your flowers is a good way to start my morning. They are beautiful, as always.
Mary Ann
Sato your photos are always worth a second look, and hope soon that you will be out taking new. Great slideshow.
Sato, I loved your video and the music. You take such beautiful photos.
Came back before shutting down. Sato, I wanted to make sure I saw your latest video & see I did, left a message in there for you. Beautiful flowers... your photos always give me the urge to paint. I used to paint flowers a lot but sold the paintings before realizing it would be nice to have photos to remember them by. Thanks for the show!
Good night, all, so nice & cool I will open my sliding door & enjoy the fresh air. I know it is a mistake because Tom & Tiger spend the whole night last time I did it, begging at the door to come in & have a snack. They lay out by the pool all day instead of staying in the house.... and lay out there most of the night... lazy bums.
While I stay in hospital, my sweetheart has been busy for everything. But she managed to find the time to go taking photos at her favorite spots. And she brought me her photograph works in USB memory. I made a slideshow of them as follows. Photograph works in early Summer (https://vimeo.com/169224242)
Sato, you and your wife make a good team with the photographs. Thank her for me for providing you with the photos for your video.
Mary Ann
Sato, that was lovely. Please give your wife my compliments. Beautiful work.
Sato, I have often complemented you on your work with flowers, but think that group of photos is equal to (if not better) Lovely display.
Sato, beautiful video of your wife's photos. You are a good team.
Thanks for sharing.
Joy
Mary Ann, Jack, Jean, Shirley, Joy, so many thanks for your heartwarming messages on our two videos. My wife will be pleased hearing your words. Thank you again.
Today has started in the fine summer weather. It will be a busy day for my rehabilitation programs.
Another slideshow of Spring photos taken by my wife before my hospital life. These pictures make me feel better in bed. Edited with iMovie program in MacBook computer, keeping still images. Photograph works in Spring (https://vimeo.com/169381165)
I liked the slideshow, Sato. Your wife is certainly talented.
Jean, thanks a lot. My wife will be pleased to hear your comment.
The rainy season has started here in Yokohama, Japan. During this period, we see beautiful hydrangeas and irises blooming. But I have been staying in hospital this year, so cannot see them at the spots. Just look at the video uploaded on Vimeo last year. Hydrangea and Iris on parade ! (https://vimeo.com/130614632)
Sato, you photos are always a joy to view, beautiful flowers.
Sato, I did not know there were so many varieties of Hydrangea until I saw your video. The bearded iris has always been one of my favorites and I'll add the Japanese iris to my list. All of the flowers are beautiful.
Mary Ann
Sato, enjoyed your video. It is always good to see the videos again. Beautiful photos.
Sato. So good to see that you are now feeling lot like yourself again. Good to see your photo of flowers. Just beautiful. As I have mentioned before. Can't be close to any due to allergies but I pick one of yours when I am ready to find the Silk copy of the Flower and ready to change in the house. I have now found the Dark Pink Hydrangea for the summer. This one plant shop have such beautiful real ones but then have the Silk one also.
Jack, Mary Ann, Jean, JeanneP, thanks for your comments on my video. Am supposing that the same flowers are now in full blooming at the gardens as in the last year. Wish I could visit there!!
There was a request to want to see my video "Singing in the rain" from Jack, and I looked for it in my site and in Vimeo site. It was not found on the video which I made five years ago immediately.
As at last I found it, I post it here.
https://vimeo.com/20238675
I drew the paintings in this video on Word and colored it.
Sachiko thank you, that always bring the smiles.
Sachiko, love it !! Really brings a smile to my face. One of my favorite songs.
Joy
Sachiko, I remember that video. I loved it before and I loved it now. You are so talented.
Mary Ann
That's a cross between Singing in the Rain and Mary Poppins....two films I could watch again and again.....well its put a smile on my face, just expecting the children to soon come along and join in..... :)
I remember the video and really enjoyed seeing (and hearing) that again!
Sachiko. Thank you for playing that again. 5 years you say since you last did it. You must keep such good files. Unless I put things on a thumb drive I can't find things after a week.
Hope you are feeling better every day. Did you lose lot of weight in Hospital?
Jack, Joy, Mary Ann, Vanilla-Jackie, Jean, JeanneP, thank you very much for your comments!
I'm sorry it becomes slow to access here. I forgot how I made this video. And I remembered it so far.
I described these pictures several times in Microsoft Word and seemed to move it afterwards on PowerPint. I was able to move the girl, the police officer and the cat in PowerPoint. I converted the PowerPoint file into wmv and uploaded it in Vimeo. Those files of Word and PowerPoint are left in my Harddisk..
JeanneP, thank you very much! My husband who saw I fall down on February 17 worries about me and still prepares meals. My weight is 85lb and 22lb decreased than before.
I described these pictures in Microsoft Word and move them on PowerPint. I converted PowerPoint file into WMV and uploaded it in Vimeo. I made “Fukuyama castle on the New Year’s dayâ€. I made this video earlier than Sachiko's Singing in the Rain. I drew all the pictures in this video.
Fukuyama castle on the New Year’s day
https://vimeo.com/19730090
Sachiko, I marvel at your skills. Your drawings are wonderful and then the ability to move them about to tell a story is so interesting. I also remember your videos of Fukuyama Castle. Hope you are improving each day and wonder if you have the strength and interest to return to your drawing.
Sachiko, that was a "fun" video of Fukuyama Castle. That was a lot of weight for you to lose. Your husband is a nice man to fix your meals.
Mary Ann
Sachiko. When I look at all the pictures of the food you serve and eat in Japan . Will take some time to put 20 plus pounds back on. Now here in the US would take about a month. So much fast food and heavy people. But I am sure that your husband will not be getting you KFC or McDonald all the time. Do you drink the health Shakes daily? Those are healthy and help. In time you will find you are gaining back. B12 shots helped me years ago as I only weighed 90 pounds. Looked O.K as a young person up to 35 years but had to get some weight on. Not hard to do it now.
Jack, Marry Ann, JeanneP, thank you very much for your comments.
I am very glad that I have you enjoy it by uploading my works in Vimeo and YouTube.
I will make a new video soon.
JeanneP, for me, I am sorry to trouble it to you. My doctor said for my heart, it does not seem to be good to increase my weight from now.
Your Doctor knows best. He seems to be taking good care of you. Soon it will go up. I am now going to keep mine where it now is. Maybe 10 lbs over from when younger. But it seems like when a person gets ill it is better to have a few lbs on as it comes off so easy and fast.
I am having trouble getting to view all of the videos lately, not sure if it is the computer or "limited streaming" for the area. Sure see the repair trucks around a lot. Someone said that if an area is allowed only a certain amount of streaming it can be over the top by evening.. and that is when I am on the computer.
Sachiko, I lost 15-20 pounds when I had my heart surgery but 3 years later I have gained it back. I have an appointment for the echocardiogram & ekg the end of this month. So far my doctors just tell me to "keep doing whatever I am doing"... being so healthy. I don't take any medicine & they do write on my charts "Patient refuses to take..." whatever pills they recommend, but all have been witness to the bad side effects. They all act pleased when I come in, more like old friends. I do hope you soon feel like your old self and can travel like you did.
JeanneP, I would prefer not to have gained back but I have been so bad about using the drive thru to pick up fast food. Tonight I got the big hamburger, Pepsi, fries and a small ice cream dish with crunched up Oreo cookies, chocolate syrup, & caramel.... comes as a package deal & is SO good.
Good night to all. News is on & I am sleepy.
JeanneP, Shirley, thank you very much for your comments. I think I must not increase my weight so that my doctor advises me.
My heart does not have the pain, and there is not the none of inconvenience of my body and I live peacefully.
Shirley, Do you also had surgery of your heart. I was relieved to know that you underwent cardiac operations and there are the same experience. My doctor says that I must not increase my weight.
Shirley. I have just never let myself go through the drive through lanes but I do like a McDonald Sausage and Biscuits when on the Road. That and a Fish Sandwich are the only 2 Fast foods i have eaten. Yours sounds so good though. I could never eat that much. But still I can't loose the 10 lbs I would like to loose. Scale never changes even if I don't eat a thing all day. Went 5 day one time with the flu and never lost a lb. But like you I will not take medication. People say that Diuretics would take weight off.
I got finally the "weather and time" sticker. It has been said that it couldn't be added on the pages of friends in the countries other than US. I asked Michael (Oldiesmann) the recent situation, and he searched for the new codes. The style is a bit different: the temperature isn't shown in Celsius, only in Fahrenheit and the city name is Tokyo, not Yokohama (in my case). Anyway, I have been waiting for it a long time. I really appreciate his efforts. Thank you, Michael!!
Sato, I notice that there is a 14 hour difference in our time since I am now on Central Daylight Time. Hope you are continuing to improve and it is good to hear from you.
Sato, I'm glad you were able to get the weather gizmo. The last I knew about that, it was only available for US states. I'll have to check further and see where else we can go with it.
FlaJean and Jeanne Lee, thanks for your messages to my new weather & time sticker. I owe it to Oldiesmann.
The location is shown as "Tokyo". I live in Yokohama city which is located southwest of Tokyo and a big independent city.
Jeanne Lee, would you please clear that, too?
When I put the vase which arranged Princess Margaret on the table in my living room, I remembered it. I made many works which I embroidered on before I still began the Internet.
My pieces of embroidery
http://photopeach.com/album/pk04r8
Sachiko, your embroidery work is beautiful. I've done cross stitch but I'd never want to display it after seeing yours. Thanks for showing us your works.
Mary Ann
Sachiko, I love embroidered work and yours is just beautiful.. I used to do a lot of cross-stitch pieces, but have not done any for a long time. I find doing cross-stitch is a lot like making a painting. It just all of a sudden, comes to life.
I still have some pieces of cut-work that my mother did. I have a lot of doilies that a friend made a tatted edge around them. And, I still use doilies. I think they just make everything look "finished".
Thanks for sharing your beautiful work.
Joy
Sachiko. Your Cross Stitch work is beautiful. I never did like to cross stitch. Would knit and crochet. Do some sewing when the girls were small.
Now I do have two framed pieces I did about 30 years ago. it was done a little different than Cross stitch. I got the kit from a Japanese friend. It was sort of a hook (Think of the type used for rug making) The thread was thicker and you just followed a printed pattern. I like doing it but lost the needles and not seen them in any store.
OH! I did like Rug making. Yours are beautiful. Mine where material that you cut in strips. We have gotten older and stopped but it doesn't seem like the younger women do that kind of hand work anymore. They don't have the Homemaking classes in schools now.
Mary Ann, Joy, JeanneP, thank you very much for your comments!
I embroidered them on thin hemp cloth by embroidery thread made in France. And I sometimes wash them. The color does not fade away even if it passes more than 50 years and are beautiful. I do not have energy to embroider it on now.
JeanneP, I loved to sewing. When there were not many ready-made clothes, I sewed all the clothes except the business by oneself in winter like now. I also sewed the clothes of my daughter.
I saw the photo of J R WEEMS in "Photos Old and New" and remembered I visited the Western U.S.
In September, 2012, I went to Phoenix in California. And I visited Sedna while looking at the forest of the pillar cactus from Phoenix by bus. Sedna was surrounded by the individual-shaped red rocky mountains.
And I made the video, “.From Phoenix to Sedona" .
https://vimeo.com/50676127
Sachiko, a wonderful trip, recall your posting and noted my comment 3 years ago
Sachiko I viewed all of your photos, and loved the detail, but appreciated even more the slide show and video. Must have been a wonderful trip.
I would now add that you traveled first class and that was my kind of food.
Sachiko, your video brought back memories because my dad and I took trips to Arizona twice. My dad's first teaching job was in Flagstaff Arizona so he liked to go back to the state once in a while. I liked Oak Creek Canyon which is between Phoenix and Sedona.
Mary Ann
Jack, Mary Ann, thank you very much for your comments.
I can see it with nostalgia later when I make the video about my trip in this way and can remember those days.
I prepare the pages into my site, and those videos are listed, and it is my pleasure it passes for years, and to see.
Sachiko, I enjoyed your video and remember your trip. We have been to the west several times and enjoy that beautiful scenery.
Jean, thank you very much for your comment. I want to visit Florida once again.
Jack. Did you go over into the "Medical Corner" and see the Video that Marilyn put in showing the dogs in the 4th. July Parade? Cute. A lot of dogs like yours in it. He did a good job making it.
JeanneP thanks, I did go to the discussion and viewed. Several older Goldens, like Jessie, and she was once a Therapy Dog.
Quote from: Jeanne Lee on June 12, 2016, 12:10:56 PM
Sato, I'm glad you were able to get the weather gizmo. The last I knew about that, it was only available for US states. I'll have to check further and see where else we can go with it.
Jeanne Lee, I would like to know how we all can go with it.
Weather Forecasts for my Fukuyama do not have Fahrenheit.
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Sachiko. Husbands vegetables Look so good. My SIL has peppers and tomatoes now growing but his peppers never do well at all. What are you going to cook with them? Or is husband doing the cooking still.?
JeanneP, thank you very much for your comment about our vegetables. My husband does not plant peppers. But he cooks, too. Particularly, he is cooking every meal after I suffered from heart failure.
I will make the video about our vegetables, and I will post it here.
There were two crape myrtles in my garden in Yokohama. As the video was found, I think that I introduced it last year, but Iâ€ll post it.
The flowers of two crape myrtles are in full bloom in my garden. And some white roses of Sharon bloom. In addition, a kind of the orang “Iyokan†produces a lot of fruits.
https://vimeo.com/137577340
Sachiko, the crape myrtles are beautiful. Hope you are able to get out into the garden and enjoy.
Sachiko, your yard is just beautiful, especially the Crepe Myrtle. It is so nice to see you posting more and more now. Hope you continue to feel well and get out more.
Joy
Sachiko, the crape myrtle is beautiful. I think it does not grow in my area, just in the south of the US. We used to have a lavender Rose of Sharon where I grew up but I have not had one since.
I hope you continue to feel better.
Mary Ann
Sachiko, I really enjoyed your Crepe Myrtles. We had 11 Crepe Myrtles in our Ocala yard. Here we are enjoying our neighbors. They are similar in color to your Crepe Myrtles.
Sachiko. You must have the best soil in your gardens. Every thing grows to well.
If you are having a summer like we are at the moment you should not be going out into the outdoor right now anyway. It is still up in the 90s here. I don't even go out until 7pm . Quite nice at night.
I love your Crepe Myrtles & Rose of Sharon, Sachiko..... my mother had huge shrubs of both so they remind me of her. I do hope your heart problems are fixable like mine, I did enjoy my week in the mountains even if I could not hike like a 16 year old. I never was a hiker like you & your husband but think that probably had much to do with needing a new aortic valve. At 81 I guess I can't expect to turn back to a young person, huh? I go in the last of this month for a routine check (Echo cardiogram & EKG)... my cardiologist thinks I am doing great, he is not much younger so understands some of these problems go along with age & nothing to do with bad heart or blocked arteries.
I tried for a nap but got one of those scam phone calls about my computer. They hang up fast as soon as I tell them to "get an honest job"... I didn't check the caller ID first... was expecting a call from the son still in Colorado. He calls when they go into town & can get cell signal.
Need to have another look at the photos from CO, got to be at least one spectacular one.... ::)
I have had 4 scam calls already today. A lot more now just not saying anything. Just going to let calls go to answer machine all summer. Getting just to many of them. But now a write up in the paper saying that the no talking ones will still listen to your answer machine as they can now find where the phone is, get a address. So if going away do not say that on machine. Lots of home getting broken into because of that. Technology is getting out of hand.
Jack, Joy, Mary Ann, Jean, JeanneP, thank you very much for your comments.
These crape myrtles bloomed really beautifully last year. We soled our house in Yokohama last year, and this garden is not our thing anymore, too. But I remember it when made for a video in this way and can look at the garden with nostalgia.
JeanneP, there are some scam calls in the United States. It is in Japan. And it enters time for dinner. Even if I take the receiver in that time, I say nothing just to merely hear it.
Sachiko, I have Caller ID on my phone and it shows the phone number calling (in most cases). If I do not recognize the number, I do not answer the phone and I do not pick up the phone. I have an answering message and most of the time they hang up. It saves a lot of wear and tear on my nerves. I am sure the Japanese phone systems have a similar thing to Caller ID.
Mary Ann
Mary Ann. The only thing is these Scammers are Pro's and have their systems fixed so that their numbers do not show up. Their phones, a Telephone man told me can just automatically dial our numbers and it registers if we pick up and say just one word. they have theirs doing dozens at one time, then can go back and check which answered. These are getting better and better for them now. And Yes, they say that they are produced in Asia and so I am sure that they are hooked up everywhere. I know it is big in UK now as family have it just as bad. I got all new phones and so never got caller ID on. Just let the answer machine pick up. Do you have a mobile phone also? I use that more now.
Mary Ann, JeanneP, thank you about your case. As I did not use the telephone very much, I did not notice. I use my mobile phone well, too.
JeanneP, if I do not recognize the number shown on my phone, I do not pick up the phone. If there is no number shown, I also do not pick up the phone. I have an answering system on my phone and if someone does leave a message, I can listen to that, then delete the message. I have long suspected that many of those calls are automatic and the first person to answer leaves the others with no message. Most of the calls I get where I do not answer, do not leave a message. I hope I never become so senile that I will start falling for those messages.
Mary Ann
MaryAnn. It is getting worse now for soliciting on the phone. Now they start at 8am and have had the even after 9pm also now doing it on weekends.
With the way and as far as Technology has come one would think that it could be stopped but they now say that the are soon going to be able to break into the Mobile home lines.
So its getting like those that can still mess up computers etc. Most they say is done from out of the US. This must be right because my friends and family in UK can be getting the same calls.
Family had two from people who said I had been in a bad accident and asking for money to be wired in order for hospital to let be admitted.. So I was told that now they can get info on people going through airports and traveling. I had been to UK but already I was back home.
First of all, it's good to see Sachiko and Sato back with us. Best wishes for healing and return of strength. Lovely posts.
Second, congratulations to Bubble and Don. May you have much happiness together.
Third, I enjoyed all of the videos. Thanks.
I have posted very little in the last few months. I have been the primary caretaker for my favorite wife which keeps me quite occupied. At the end of March, she contracted a very serious infection in her knee which was replaced four years ago. No one knows how it happened, but it required emergency surgery to remove the implant and clean up the infected area. One week in the hospital, three weeks in a nursing/rehab facility, and six weeks of IV antibiotics. With no knee, she cannot put any weight on the leg. The ortho surgeon cannot get to knee 2.0 until August 11. We do get out though.
Anyway, I am showing something of a lighter nature here. We have an oldies rock & roll band here, and I am friends with several of the players. We went to see them last night, and what was really fun was watching a 'young lady' dancing. She set aside her walker and with the help of her daughter and a server was having the time of her life.
https://youtu.be/MINoL4Iuimk (https://youtu.be/MINoL4Iuimk)
Lynn, that was wonderful to see. We older folks aren't all dead yet!
I'm sorry to hear of your wife's knee problem. I hope in August she will be OK.
Mary Ann
Lynn good to hear from you, sorry the reason we have not is your wife's problems. Regards to you, Ray and your family.
That was fun watching the old timer and she was really into it.
Lynn, thank you very much for your gentle words. I am pleased to come to be able to post my work here.
I'm sorry without knowing the circumstances of your wife.
I enjoyed your video very much! That "young lady" is wonderful! She would be very fun.
Lynn, so sorry to hear about your wife's knee problems. What an ordeal for her to have to go through. And, such a long time to have to have the new replacement. I hope everything will go well with her upcoming surgery, and hope that you will have a speedy recovery and be "good as new" in a very short time.
Hope your dad is doing well.
Joy
Lynn, it's good to see you posting. I'm so sorry about the problems your wife is having with her knee and I understand what being a full time caregiver involves. I'll be hoping when the surgeon finally gets things taken care of she will heal quickly. In the meantime, give her our best wishes.
I'm here with "sympathy & prayers", too, Lynn. Give your wife a big hug from one of the old gals in here. I wondered where you had been, hope the rest of the family is doing okay. Shirley
This heat is wearing me down... extreme and especially for being only June. I'm dreading the next few months, so far this month has been above normal except for the first day on the month. Even early morning was mid 80s so dripping wet by the time I cut back some flowers that was through blooming.
Sweet dreams to all, must give cats their bedtime snack (I'm the one that goes to bed).... Shirley
Lynn, I'm so sorry about the problems your wife is having with her knee. I did not understand it well
A bush warbler was singing in my hill at the back on 13 June.
But, unfortunately, I was not able to see the figure of the bush warbler.
Solo of my bush warbler
https://youtu.be/cY3j8tOYPSU
Sachiko, I'm sorry you could not see the bush warbler but I could hear it OK.
Mary Ann
Mary Ann, thank you very much for your comment. In fact, I have seen only one or two times of figures of the bush warbler. It is always only a singing voice.
Sachiko, lovely sights and sounds.
Lynn, thanks for your message. I'm so sorry about the difficulties your wife's having with her knee. I pray she will heal soon.
Sachiko, it was a nice movie of the bush warbler and the scenes where she is hiding in. The movie looks in a flash format. What camera did you take it with?
Sorry to say my computer would not pick up the warbler's singing, Sachiko! I have had problems with the sound ever since Windows 10 took over.... had the volume turned as high as it would go. Maybe another time it will work. I do love the look of the "woods" and the cosmos blooming. I should have taken a camera down to the river with me tonight, my tiger lilies are blooming so pretty. The mosquitoes are buzzing because of the rain earlier so I did not stay but a minute.
Because of the heat I got up about 4:00 am to start the laundry I have been putting off. Got 4 loads done but plenty more waiting. I use a lot of towels & sheets to cover where the cats sleep and play, plus all the clothes I wore while camping & going in town to eat. My eyes are getting heavy so will go to bed early tonight!
Jack, Sato, thank you very much for your comments.
Sato, are you already all right? I took those movies in Canon G7X. The file name is MP4. I hear the cry clearly, but rarely see the figure of the bush warbler.
Shirley, thank you very much for your comment. I use Windows10, too, but there is no problem about the sound. I look forward to your tiger lilies.
You are busy and seem to be tired very much. Good night! So that you have a wonderful dream!
Sachiko, when I hit YouTube last night, "FLASH" mark appeared, so I thought you made the video in flash format. However today, it was shown as "HTML5". All good!! She is singing with a beautiful voice.
I'm getting better day after day. But still need more trainings for rehabilitation. Maybe I'll be back home next month.
Sato, I thought it is one first for joy that hear the call of bush warbler, but I do not know it whether several are. Actually, bush warblers may exchange love call.
I pray for your complete recovery.
I enjoyed hearing your bush warbler, Sachiko. There are several bird in trees nearby and we hear them singing when on our back porch. A friend sent me chimes as a gift for our new house and they make the most beautiful sound.
Good morning!
Jean, thank you very much for your comment.
I would like to hear the sound of the chime which your friend presented.
Does anyone know how close jackwv is to those devastating floods in West Virginia?
Jeanne Lee thanks for checking. All the flooding was in the southern part of the state. They had 0ver 9 inches of rain. I had less than 1 inch that we needed. A real shame for so many that have lost loved ones and all their possessions.
Jack, I know nothing about your state and where you are located, but I'm glad to know you weren't washed away. :D
It seem funny now to see these floods. High winds and Tornado coming into areas that are in areas I had not seen them before. I sure they did maybe years ago before my time here. Are they getting worse now then in years past?.
I worked for a few years for a large Design Engineering company that designed a lot of the interstate Highways Int. 57. 74. etc.It seems to me that changing the rivers, Dams. putting these highways in taking away the farm land along with all the housing the are building in the suburbs, Hi Rises in cities are doing part of the problem. I am not near any of the big Rivers and we still have a lot of Farm land and pretty flat, although we are doing a lot more building now. Think will stick to living this area. Don't thing I could clean up after a big flood. Helped friends do it years ago. Slimy. Yuk
JeanneLee thanks again. I am north close to Pittsburgh. They do mention one death in Ohio County (where I am located) But the flooding had nothing to do with it. A woman walked in the creek holding the hands of two children. The eight year old boy slipped, lost his grip and was pulled under the water. His body was not recovered for several hours. Have given the boy and his poor mother lots of thoughts and prayers.
Jack, I am familiar enough with the state to know where Wheeling is and I did read about the young child who lost his life. It puzzled me when I read about it so thanks for the explanation. And I haven't heard of any problems with the Ohio River.
It's been hot here too and we've been promised rain, only to have none.
Mary Ann
Jack, in Japan, a similar accident is taking place. The recent rain is because way of going down is abnormal.
A flood is taking place in Japan and Fukuyama. But the flood is not taking place in the area where I live in. My friends who knew the flood of Fukuyama on TV gave email anxiously.
Fukuyama is large city, and it was only a south district that the flood was caused. And it was the northern part of Fukuyama that I live, and it did not rain very much.
Sachiko thank you. I wondered about the size of Japan compared to the State of West Virginia and was surprised to see Japan is just 6 times larger. If Patricia looks in Alaska is huge, and 4 1/2 times the size of Japan (seems like Google know everything)
MaryAnn you know my area, the Ohio River is wide and deep, and seldom a problem with flooding. Down state they have the mountains, narrow valleys, rivers and streams that simply were unable to handle the heavy rain.
My birth country the Democratic Congo is around two thirds the size of Western Europe! It is the second largest country in Africa and the eleventh largest in the world with 2,345,408 square kilometres (905,567 sq mi).
Bubble here is an interesting site that will compare the size of countries and includes DR Congo. In my case I can not only compare other countries to the US, but even to individual states.
http://mapfight.appspot.com/
That is an interesting site, Jack. Texas is huge but looks much smaller when compared to Alaska. Fun to compare the different states.
Thanks Jack, that is a great site!
Jean and Bubble I just took another look and compared Alaska, our largest and Road Island Alaska is 547.09 times as large. It was just a speck on the photo.
Patricia, here is another picture of Taffy
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Bubble. Didn't realize that the Congo was that large. Now how was the population of it? Was there a lot more Jungle than big cities.
I remember reading in School about the size of my Country. England part not being as big as the state I live in here. Illinois. Also the population in UK so small. NOw it is same size and the Population unbelievable. Scary thinking about how it will get a few year from now. Maybe this getting out of the EU will help. Shocked to read that there are1.2 million Polish people now living there. Lots will have to leave. Only ones that won't are the Asians. But Mrs Thatcher did put a stop on some of that when she was PM. Be interesting to see what will change back to the way it was 20 years ago and also what such as the French, Dutch and even the Germany will do. Is you son still in Belgium?. People saying that Belgium should be sending back to UK some of the Billions of Pounds that they have been paying out to there. Is he into Politics?
I am sorry. I didn't realize that I was still in the Photo Forum. Maybe I should take it out. Post elsewhere but Bubble like me I think. I don't get into lots of the forums.
Lindancer I do the same thing reading as Taffy. Cute photo
JeanneP Stay in here, sure we get off track but that is a sign of ???? I am another that limits my posts to several discussions.
My son lives in London UK. He is one that is very happy about the news, but he is not into politics.
congo is slightly less than one-fourth the size of the US
https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/cg.html (https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/cg.html)
Natural resources:
cobalt, copper, niobium, tantalum, petroleum, industrial and gem diamonds, gold, silver, zinc, manganese, tin, uranium, coal, hydropower, timber
The current population of the Republic of the Congo is 4,738,142 as of Sunday, June 26, 2016, based on the latest United Nations estimates.
The population density in Congo is 14 per Km2 (36 people per mi2).
The total land area is 341,079 Km2 (131,691 sq. miles)
66.1 % of the population is urban (3,148,633 people in 2016)
The Democratic Republic of the Congo is a multilingual country where an estimated total of 242 languages are spoken. Ethnologue lists 215 living languages.[1] The official language, inherited from the colonial period, is French. Four indigenous languages have the status of national language: Kituba (called "Kikongo"), Lingala, Swahili and Tshiluba.
I am sure this is more than you wanted to hear!!! :D
:) I just wandered in on a whim and saw the size discussion. For a reference, you may fit in Alaska, 48 Rhode Islands or perhaps two and a half texas. If you split Alaska in half, Texas would be the third largest state.
Gloria, Taffy and Farrah share some coloring and the same expressions!
Bubble That is not Packing them into the Cities then if 66 % are out in the Urban areas.
Like India. My goodness their cities awful. I have a English friend. She goes to India a lot. Loves being in the cities. I Love cities to go in for a day or a few week but prefer living in the outskirts.
Hope your family left the Congo loaded with Gold. Gem Diamonds etc. Back in my mother side it seems like there was a family member who lived in that area and was some kind of a
Mgr. of a Mining company. Way back in my research. Lots of family seem to have gone to South Africa and Kenya They are the ones I thought had a comfy life. Again into mining. There for years. I did meet some who were run out of there in the late 70s and wives so upset because they found they didn't have all these servant and people taking care of them In UK. Not use to doing anything.
Jack, thanks a lot for MapFight.
This is interesting! I can compare size with your countries.
United States (9,833,000 km²) is 26.02 times as big as Japan (377,930 km²).
Alaska (US) (1,717,854 km²) is 4.55 times as big as Japan (377,930 km²
But, Japan (377,930 km²) is 17.12 times as big as Israel (22,072 km²).
Bubble, thank you very much for the site of The-world-factbook.
I will read from now on about Japan written in this.
Jeanne, I wish we had been loaded with more that a few masks and little ivory figurines!
Yes, servants were certainly a bonus to life in the colonies, but I think the long daily hours of work well paid for it. My parents left the house before 8.oo am and were never home before 8.00 pm, with two rushed hours for lunch.
End of months with bills to be sent to customers and their own to pay, they would come back much later in the night. Of course they had a big store and lots of things to take care off apart from selling. Most goods came from abroad, so ordering, freeing from customs etc was done during the free hours.
At last I was able to make the video when I was hospitalized with heart failure.
I had heart failure on February 17, 2016 and was admitted to the Fukuyama Municipal Hospital from February 21 to April 27.
I worked hard at rehabilitation with my physical therapist.
Cherry blossom just bloomed, and flower of wisteria bloomed afterwards. I enjoyed floral art and worked hard while taking photos.
My rehabilitation life at the hospital
https://youtu.be/8mP5j--m6pA
Sachiko, thanks for sharing your days in the hospital. You certainly had some beautiful views of all the flowers around the hospital. I am sure being able to look out at the pretty scenery and flowers helped to speed up your recovery time.
It is just so nice to have you back with us. We all enjoy your videos.
Joy
Sachiko, I agree with Joy. The inside looks like our hospitals but wonderful surroundings. You were so fit, wonder if it is now helping with your recovery. Are the doctors pleased with your progress?
Sachiko, thanks for sharing that video and so glad you are doing well. That is such a nice photo of you and your husband and also the one of you and your physical therapist. We certainly missed you.
Sachiko, you had beautiful surroundings outside the hospital to aid in your recovery. I hope you are coming along OK now that you are home. Thank you for sharing the pictures of the hospital and outside.
Mary Ann
Sachiko. 2 months was a long time but you could take walks, It is so beautiful around the Hospital. Being able to dress and not be mostly in bed. That was good. You really worked hard on your Rehabilitation and I am sure you are keeping it up at home. Husband keeping a good eye on you. You are looking so much better now at home. Good that you have your Hobby of Photography. You will be back soon going to your meetings and getting back to your normal life. Not climbing up mountains I am sure but Like me you got so much traveling done in years past. Good memories to remember. Life will just be a little different but good.
We are all happy seeing you back. Now we wait for SATO to get back also. Health Service in Japan must be the best.
Good afternoon, Sachiko you take such beautiful pictures. The grounds of the hospital look lovely. I only spent 3 weeks in rebab a year ago, and that seem like a long time to be gone from home.
Good morning!
Joy, Jack, jean, Mary Ann, JeanneP, Lindancer, thank you very very much for your warm comments!
When I would like to post my video to S&F if I left the hospital, I took photos from all over the hospitalization. But I did not recover easily before I made my video. I am pleased to have you watch my video very much now.
I will make the next video.
Yesterday we used one of Larry's Father's Day Gift cards. Took a trip to nearby Ft. Walton Beach and enjoyed some seafood at the Red Lobster. It has a beautiful site on the waterfront and we were seated by a window. We enjoyed watching the geese, ducks and an occasional boat out on the water. It was a hot day but actually very pleasant by the water when I walked out to take some photos. Took a few pictures on the way home which I included.
https://vimeo.com/172600385
Jean, you had a nice day for your outing. I see there are Canada geese in your area too. Please keep them there.
How does it seem living closer to the Gulf?
Mary Ann
Jean. I cooled down 20 deg. just watching your video. How I miss seeing the ocean.
Lots of geese there also I see. Long as you don't get them close to your home then they look so nice. Here there are so many because of all the man made lakes now on all the new Home areas they build and even the big stores. Such a mess they make.
You home looks pretty. Now was that your street you were going down. Looks nice and quiet. Not a lot of traffic and so many trees. I envy you your area. Office looks nice. Thank goodness all my computer stuff behind the doors of a Armoire . Just can't keep place tidy.
Jean that was great, what a trip. Love the new home and Larry has a great office, but think I would be out and about in the yard or traveling around that area.
I have been staying close, hot and humid. Jessie had a tumor removed (on her 15th birthday the 24th) She is a trooper at her age, appears to be recovering fine. I decided today to take a short trip, not to the beach, but just south a few miles to a little museum. Got me out of the house but still able to stay out of the sun.
https://vimeo.com/172618571
Thanks for your comments. I actually remembered to take my camera! I grew up close to the water so I like it here a lot. I might change my mind if or when we have a hurricane.
Jack, such an interesting video---both sections, but I do love glass. When we moved I gave my books to the Friends of the Library except my books about the glass companies (most of which are now gone). I have some lovely glass from a bygone era. Really enjoyed the video. I liked the appropriate music.
Quote from: FlaJean on June 28, 2016, 12:37:26 PM
Yesterday we used one of Larry's Father's Day Gift cards. Took a trip to nearby Ft. Walton Beach and enjoyed some seafood at the Red Lobster. It has a beautiful site on the waterfront and we were seated by a window. We enjoyed watching the geese, ducks and an occasional boat out on the water. It was a hot day but actually very pleasant by the water when I walked out to take some photos. Took a few pictures on the way home which I included.
https://vimeo.com/172600385
Jean thanks, we changed pages so do not want anyone to miss your last one (in the quote)
Jack. Fantastic Video. I loved the part showing the Burial Grounds. I had not heard of that one. I try to visit them when ever I am near a place. If I drive to G.D in Connecticut I will go out of my way to visit that one. Anything to do with the American Indians I have to go.
We have one here in Illinois. http://www.museum.state.il.us/ismsites/dickson/history.htm For some reason it is still closed down. As usual I suppose Tourist doing something wrong. They were going to close the places where Pres. Lincoln started out but see it opened up again. New Salem State park. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lincoln%27s_New_Salem. I always like it. Been awhile since I have been there. Now really to touristy.
Good morning!
Jean, your video is wonderful! Thanks to your many geese, I remembered the Ashida River. Your new house is wonderful. Please give my best regards to Larry.
Jack, thank you for your precious video. Music fits each video. I enjoyed your video very much!
Jean and Jack.......enjoyed both of your videos.
Jean, how I envy you being so close to the water. Your house and the area are really nice. I hope you will have many happy years in your new area. I have not been to a Red Lobster for a very long time. There really isn't one that near to me.
We are going to my son's on Sunday instead of Monday, the 4th, for steamed crabs. We will pick them up at a place near me and my son has a nice deck where we will eat them. Our first for this season.
Jack, interesting museum. I am like Jean, I love the glassware and the china. I, too, have some really old pieces that belonged to my mother and an aunt. Unfortunately, since I don't have much company anymore, they are very seldom used. But, they look nice in my china closet.
Thanks for sharing your trips with us.
Joy
Jack, the pictures of Moundsville reminded me that we have some Indian mounds south of town, I think from the Hopewell tribe. It is a protected area but not a dedicated park such as what you showed. I liked the glass displays and if I were there, I would have found something small to buy for a souvenir.
It has been much more comfortable today than the past few days. Tomorrow is to be more of the same before we get hot weather again.
Mary Ann
Thanks to each of you for your comments.
JeanneP believe this is the largest mound. If traveling east on I 70 it is just about 20 minutes south. You are able to walk to the top of the mound. The Museum is free and changes its exhibits.
The china is Homer Laughlin China and they are located in Newell WV and not far north of Steubenville Ohio.
It became late, but I post a video after I leave the hospital.
On April 27, I was discharged from the hospital and returned to my home. The flowers of the season including the azalea bloomed in my garden in sequence.
https://vimeo.com/172726540
Sachiko I know it would have been wonderful to be back home, and the flowers helped. You look great and happy to be there.
Sachiko, I know it had to make you feel a lot better just to be home and being able to enjoy the beginnings of your beautiful flower gardens. You look like you are feeling well.
Joy
Sachiko, your garden is beautiful and so are you. It is so nice to see you in your garden and I know you're happy to be there.
Mary Ann
Sachiko, I can fully agree with Mary Ann.....your face shows such contentment...you look totally relaxed at home, surrounded by your beautiful floral garden....
Every flower I see looks so healthy, you are truly gifted with the magical touch.......
Sachiko, enjoyed your lovely garden. So much color and variety.
Sachiko, I agree with everyone, such lovely flowers and it was good to see you looking better!
Good morning!
Jack, Joy, Mary Ann, Vanilla-Jackie, Jean, angelface, thank you very much for your kind comments.
I asked my husband to take the photos in front of the flowers in commemoration of recovery. And I would like to have everybody see the photos and put those photos in the video.
My mother-in-law planted these flowers, and raised them for many years, and I thank her. She would not imagine it to have you see these floral art.
The month June is going to end. I’m still in hospital. My wife is fighting at home alone, but sometimes she has visited her favorite flower parks to take photos and sent me some of them. I made a video with them on bed in hospital as follows. Illusion of Flowers in June (https://vimeo.com/172860089)
Sato, beautiful video of the flower pictures your wife took. Thanks for sharing her talents.
I am so sorry to read where you are still in the hospital. I hope you will soon be well enough to go home. I am sure your wife is missing you being with her. My best wishes for a speedy recovery. Take care of yourself.
Joy
Sato, your video is wonderful! And Takako' photos are excellent. You should be able to leave the hospital early, too.
Sato your wife takes great photos, and glad to see you are able to spend a bit of your time on the slide show. Hope we soon see your work from home.
Sato, your wife takes beautiful pictures, as do you. You make a good team. Please thank her for us.
I'm sorry you are still in the hospital. Japanese hospitals keep people longer than the US hospitals. Of course, it is the insurance companies who dictate how long people stay in the US.
Mary Ann
Sato, enjoyed your video. Your wife's photos are lovely and artistic and you certainly presented them well. Also enjoyed the music. Think of you often and hope you are soon well enough to go home.
Good evening every one enjoying all the videos
Good evening everyone, so enjoying all the videos.
FlaJean, my GS is in the Ft. Walton Bch. hospital. My DIL is retired AF, and lives just across the bridge in Niceville.
Sackiko, so glad you are home, and doing well. Lovely flowers
Sato, i join everyone and will be happy to see you return home, and lovely gardens.
Lindancel, thank you very much for your gentle words. I am encouraged by the members of S & F and take photos and thank for being able to make the video very much.
Thank you for all comments from you on our video. She will be much pleased to hear your kind messages. I maybe come back home around this month end.
Lovely to watch and enjoy, Sato!
Jack wv, as requested ( photos, ) but it was tough watching this clip again as my blue roan cocker spaniel is no longer here, nor is Petra the white dog with brown ( not in this clip, this clip came after her parting ) and of course soon to be our Benji, brown collie x springer...our youngest pup Toby ( golden cocker spaniel ) is now 5 & a half, he will soon be the only one left.....This is an old clip so apologies if I have posted this before, which probably I have....Link.....The Rat Pack...
http://photopeach.com/album/dxxiod
My head is full of the wonderful videos tonight! I did not take notes so hope I can remember each. I did leave comments at the ones I could.
Jack, we had mounds sort of like that in Missouri, they were Indian burial mounds & don't think most were that tall. My mother mentioned some on their walk to school that are no longer there. They disappeared before the government started protecting them. Great video, I thoroughly enjoyed it. You live in such an interesting part of American history.
Jean, great shots of the area, love your surroundings & beautiful house. Is it "home" already? We spent such a short time there, not sure where the campground was to where you live & not sure if it was a state park or what.
Sachiko, the grounds around the hospital are certainly gorgeous.... so glad you are back home and hope you have a complete recovery. It has taken me 3 years to feel "back to normal" after 3 by-passes and a new aortic pig valve. I went for an echo cardiogram yesterday.... routine 8 month check up. I won't hear the results for a few days but if there was a problem, I would have heard by now. It is amazing what "they" can do now.
Sato, I did leave a message for you on the site, you & your wife make a great team. She has an unusual eye for flowers and you are a master at putting the photos together.
It is after 1:00 am so I had better get some sleep. It is a hot night but storms are moving toward us so I have been checking radar. Sweet dreams to all. Shirley
Hope I didn't miss anyone or any videos..... ah, Jackie.... so nice to see your pups again! Sad we lose our babies but also some of the friends that left comments before are now gone. Happy memories, right?
Shirley, on that note, re, friends that have now gone...such a shame our old site went down and we started up from fresh as so many of our now departed members avatar photos have now dissapeared along with their memorial photos and tributes....Its only when we see a departed members name, as in my old photo clip...brings back happy memories of when they were here on our forum and posting....Yes life has its sad losses, only contained in our saved photographs and their then, comments....
Vanilla-Jackie, thank you very much for fun and interesting video.
Shirley, thank you very much for gentle consideration. But I did not completely yet recover. I can want to do it in various ways, but live by saving it. You must take good care of your body, too.
Jackie, I know how you feel when you view your lost, loved pets, but that slideshow must bring back the happy memories. As time goes by I now go back and view my Kibbles and Zoe. Agree that seeing the names of departed members also brings back happy memories.
Jackie Thanks for reposting the video. What precious memories of those beautiful pets. When I lost my two poodles just 6 months apart, it was so hard. Even 'tho it was years ago, I still remember them with love and a bit of nostalgia.
Linedancer, I was so surprised to read your post. It is a small world, isn't it! I do hope your grandson is much better.
FlaJean, Jackwv, its the good and funny memories that keeps them alive, I often think of some silly antics which then bring a warm smile to my face as I remember it with fondness....
FlaJean, how sad to have lost two in such a short space of time....they maybe gone but we never ever forget them...
Jack, I am just about to watch your vidio clip of agility....our Benji too was very good at it, winning a rosette one time for finishing the whole course, although he was very fast, I don't ever recollect him coming first, but some great times to be had, although I done his ( very competitive ) training, I wasn't his agility handler....
Jackie, my niece handled Jessie. I did some training but was not fast enough in the ring and would confuse her. Liked to see the novice runs, it was seldom Zoe would even finish a run. Jessie won many ribbons, Zoe won smiles.
Jack, re, agility.......I am now smiling as I remember my late cocker spaniel Megan as a pup whilst in puppy training class......One week at the very last of our session, before dogs went up a class, we had a fun indoor agility, just a two or three agility fun equipment set up.......Well my Megan came last in everything, and when it came to the last bit, jumping onto the large square table, the last thing to do, she really just couldnt do it.........She was the only dog there that had no Interest....but she sure got the most laughs, as for me, it was just pure embarrassment...... ;D
Now if only I had a vidio clip of that...
I made a video about flowers which bloomed in my garden in July, and persimmon, the petit-tomato.
https://youtu.be/YXLEZ3U3APg
Sachico3
I have just visited your collection of videos etc. They are so beautiful and flowers speak the same language the world over.
So pleased you are getting better. Singing in the rain was delightful.
junee, thank you so much for your gentle words! I improve little by little. I went to the downtown of Fukuyama on a train with my husband today.
I am very glad you enjoyed my videos.
Sachiko your garden is filled with treasures, always enjoy a view of it.
Sachiko, I liked those photos of you and your husband in younger years. Also enjoyed the video of your pretty flowers.
Jack, Jean, thank you very much for your comments.
My mother-in-law planted various flowers in this garden for many years. Therefore I enjoy those floral art every season. I thank her very much!
Jean, there are other photos on the top. If it is now, they are good memories for me.
This morning, from my back hill, I enjoyed the chorus of a bush warbler and small birds.
But I was not able to see their figure this time either.
https://vimeo.com/173570898
Sachiko, I like the sound of the birds. You have so many bushes and trees, understand why you would not be able to see them.
Sachiko, do you have a patio or porch to sit outside and enjoy your bush warbler? We have a lot of birds here and enjoy their singing. We often sit outside for a while in the evening after it cools down. The days have been very hot but in the evening there is often a breeze and it is pleasant.
Sachiko, I have thoroughly enjoyed your videos this morning, thank you! Like you, I have "nature" behind my house and love the sound of birds singing. Mine are mostly the red winged black birds right now, but plenty of others that come to the river for one reason or another. Right now the river is over full so my tiger lilies are only showing the blooms. I did take photos earlier but have not downloaded them from the camera. So nice you are feeling strong enough to share your life. It has been so hot & humid here I don't spend much time outside. Yesterday the "heat index" was 108°, hard to breathe outside and grateful for the air conditioning.
Good morning to all..... :heli: :witch:
Sachiko, I also enjoyed both your videos, thanks
Sachiko, I did not hear the birds this time, but I have previously. You have a beautiful yard and I envy you.
Mary Ann
Jack, Jean, Shirley, Lindancer, Mary Ann, thank you very much for your comments.
Jack, that's right! Because there are a lot of trees on the back hill, and leaves grow thick, the figure of birds is not seen to me.
Jean, I do not have a patio or porch either. I sit down on my favorite chair and enjoy their chorus.
Shirley, Fukuyama became very hot, too. I do not want to appear outdoors in the daytime, too. And my birds are like the break, too.
Mary Ann, it will be why that you did not hear the voice of the birds in my video.
Sachiko, the back garden we left behind had several trees, sadly we here new people moved in and the house owner has got rid of the trees to the back, where all the birds flocked from.....Sadly I cant seem to attract birds here at our new home, I have water and birdfeed out, but it rarely gets touched but, they do come to the feeder to the front of home, not many just the odd one or two....I am a lover of both birds and trees, that is where I am at my happiest....as far as I am aware, I have never seen nor heard a UK Bush Warbler....although there are several other related Warblers in UK...
I do so envy all your garden trees... :)
http://www.rspb.org.uk/discoverandenjoynature/discoverandlearn/birdguide/families/warblers.aspx
Vanilla-Jackie, thank you very much for your comment. I had a visitor today, and it becomes slow to access here, and I'm sorry.
Father of my husband planted trees in this garden, and I thank him very much.
This morning on my suggestion we took both dogs to a tourist attraction opposite side to our Weymouth beach and promenade, a place you would never expected to be there...Along with the tourist attraction there is a vast woodland dog walking area, in fact you could say " country meets the coast....." I made use for the first time my Blue Badge disability parking....we just display it on the front of the dashboard, this allows our car to be closer to the main entrance, although the woodland walk was a bit further away, with no disable parking bays there....I suggested this walk for the dogs as our eldest has a cancer and may not be with us too long, although looking at him today, you really would never believe it....He ( Benji ) also had what we believed to be a stroke last week, thank you God it wasn't, but it was Vestibular Syndrome which we now know mimics a stroke, of which our Benji is as good as recovered from it, he has made an amazing recovery.....give or take the odd off balance, hence why we kept the dogs on lead, and not off lead today....Link to Photopeach clip.....there is music...
http://photopeach.com/album/64enjw
Jackie, it is great that Benji was able to join you, he is a trooper. Nice spot for a walk with the pups.
With warm humid weather was out early to mow the lawn, and now doing my usual, sitting at the computer till Jessie reminds me it is time to eat and take a walk. I did a slide show of my river the Ohio that forms in Pittsburgh and flows to the Mississippi. Just a group of photos I have saved over the last few years. The music "Beautiful Ohio" played by Glenn Miller
https://vimeo.com/174022841
Jack, thanks for the slide show of the Ohio, and the beautiful music.
Jack wv, thank you, as you know it could have easily had been different, our Benji might not have been with us, thank God he still is....
There is a lot going on around your river, with several different types of vessels.....There is always something relaxing being near to water....
Jack. Great video. Now is Wheeling a River town. It looks like it with those buildings. I drove by the Pittsburgh.Pa. couple years ago. Would like to have stopped and seen the city some. I saw pictures of it 50 years ago from a friend who was born and raised there. Sure did not look like that then.
Now the are beginning to think that the Building of all these bridges and high rises are what is causing all the flooding that is happening all over the country. Could be true.
Just a short video clip I have titled " just flowers..." the beautiful pink flowers are called Lychnis Splendens...the only way I know is that previous owners who had planted them left the flower card in the ground next to them with the picture of them on....there have been many different flower varieties that have opened and bloomed, just waiting to see which will be next that our previous homeowners had planted....The potted plants are a mixture that we bought to brighten up our decking area, we now need to separate the positioning of them....Link.....music is " The Flower Duet..."...
http://photopeach.com/album/dyojmh
Jackie, I think it is interesting and fun to see what flowers appear from what the previous owners planted.
Jack, I wonder if I was ever in Pittsburgh. I know I had to get to Wheeling and Wellsburg by crossing the Ohio, but we may have crossed at Steubenville. I enjoyed the pictures of the river, also of Wheeling. It was in 1950 that my dad and I were there so I wish I was in better traveling shape to make the trip again and absorb some of the features of the area.
Mary Ann
What a pleasure to see the videos you all have posted.
Jack, the scenes of your area and the Ohio River are so pleasant.
Jackie, I enjoyed both your videos. That's a nice park for both you and the dogs. I love those pink flowers, and your deck looks ideal for relaxing and having a cuppa.
Thanks all. JeanneP guess it would have been a "river town" Like Pittsburgh, Steubenville, and MaryAnns Wellsburg both sides of the river were lined with coke plants and steel mills. No bridge at Wellsburg, years back had a ferry. Now have to go north to Steubenville or South to Wheeling. 1950 I worked downtown Pittsburgh, then the smoky city, not now.
Jackie that is a beautiful back yard, it may take lots of work but the results are great.
Jean, the view is much better now, but the jobs went with the old steel mills.
I have enjoyed the videos so much, even went back & watched twice, afraid I might have missed something. I left messages in all (I think) but has been a busy day of phone calls. I'm always afraid I will get interrupted with a phone call and forget to thank someone & rarely come back in here to say thanks.... times I wonder if old age is catching up, you think? :idiot2: :crazy2: Oh, well, we all are floating in the same boat, huh? :tissue: :bonk:
Jack, It is splendid video! I enjoyed Ohio River very much. I must make the video about Ashida River, too!
Vanilla-Jackie, wonderful slide show. And music has pathos and looks good well.
Shirley, Thank you very much for the comment that was always full of your heart. I am supported for words having gentle everybody including you and make my video. And I expect your comment from now on.
Thank you all for your comments, re, the country park dog walk and my back garden flowers.....I am very happy here in my new home, the front and back gardens are very green, and both the front and back have stunning scenery's as we are situated down in the valley....we are very private although we have had the odd hiker, rambler pass through....guess they have gotten a bit lost and ventured down our steep and slopey private driveway leading into our private Parkhome site, but they can get out the other side....If and when I get the chance to get out and about I will take my camera with me, our next stop will be a sandy beach, I already have a scenic place in mind that accepts dogs on it this time of year ( some wont, ) just need a good walking day for me, re my MS...a day I can trust it to allow me to do a short walk.......
Jack, I looked for the photo of the Ashida River, but a suitable thing was not found, and the following appeared.
Following Photopeach is my first Photopeach which I was asked by Mr. Rakusai and made before he shows Photopeach. I made this on January 15, 2009.
Sachiko3's test
http://photopeach.com/album/cvet3i
At last I found suitable video “Ashida river & Flowersâ€.
2008 June, Ashida river & Flowers
https://vimeo.com/1212788
Sachiko I just viewed both videos and they provide a good view of the river, wildlife and flowers. Liked the music especially on the Photopeach.
I also viewed both and enjoyed them, Sachiko.
Jack, Jean, thanks a lot for your comments!
I made a lot of videos about the Ashida River and uploaded them in Vimeo or YouTube. And I had a hard time to look for a suitable video from them.
I looked for videos about the Ashida River which I made and uploaded in Vimeo. And there were 16 videos. I stored the URL of those videos in my site.
There is an interesting video in them.
Sachiko’s Come fly with me (2011 June 29)
https://vimeo.com/25831375
Sachiko that was a good one, lots of activity and the song is an old favorite.
Agree with Jack that it is a really good video and liked Frank Sinatra's "Fly With Me". It has been so hot that we haven't been out and about very often to take any photos.
Jack, Jean, thank you very much for your comments!
For long time, I took very many photos. There is no willpower only for it now. This song matches my video well. This video is my treasure.
I left a message with the video, Sachiko, but will repeat that I was fascinated with the different "flips" of the water, a subject I think is difficult to paint and keep realistic. Great job with the detail.
My river is still a muddy mess where the water has been high. I went down several times today to see if it had gone down enough to look past the brush to see if the kayaker's body might be caught on the trees. The water has been high enough to make using a boat unsafe so helicopters have searched. Very sad for the family to have this go on & on. The wind was very strong today but still humid. I can't find much nice to say about summer! >:( One of these days I will get photos off the camera & make a video... if I can remember how~
Shirley, thank you very much for your comments in the site of my video and here. It is serious that your river is still a muddy mess where the water has been high. I pray that the water goes down early.
Hard to read the news or watch tv. So fortunate to be able to get Jessie, and spend a quiet nights walk at the park.
https://vimeo.com/174900944
Jack, it is about 2:30 in the morning and I couldn't get back to sleep. How nice to get on the computer and be able to take a walk around Oglebay. The music was so soothing and the flowers are just beautiful. Maybe I will be able to get back to sleep now. Interesting story about the new terrace gardens. That will be something to watch develop.
Joy
I've been up since before 4:00 am, too, Joy, and agree this is a great place to stop in to relax! Jack, I love the video with so many flowers & colors. So grateful you brighten our days. I can't get enough of checking what plants they put together in the hanging baskets & beds, can't have any success with either here. Wind beats the hanging baskets apart and the Bermuda grass ruins any flower beds I've planted. Been fighting that Bermuda for 30 years at this house & finally decided it can have the yard, I give up! I will enjoy Oglebay's flowers and quit trying to pull those long strands of tough Bermuda in my flower beds. Thanks!
Joy and Shirley thanks. You know by now that I never know the names of the plants, I just enjoy. It cooled off last evening so a nice walk and met several people to stop and chat. The park is very quiet in the evening, and often no one there, but even then like to just stroll at Jessie's pace and sit a spell on several benches.
Shirley the Bermuda grass was from a fall photo. I wanted to put that fountain in and forgot to take a photo. Flowers are now where the Bermuda grass stands.
Jack, it's always fun to walk around Oglebay. What beautiful flowers they have.
Mary Ann3
I was wondering last night after I had watched your video if you know what kind of security does Oglebay have?
With all the destructive things that some crazy people do, was wondering if Oglebay has a way to keep people out during the night. Have you ever heard about any kind of destruction that is done there? You know every once in a while, you hear about people going in and destroying a lot of the grounds in cemeteries.
No reason for asking...... just was being curious !
Joy
Jack, sure did enjoy your video and the music. What a beautiful place to walk and you're lucky you can take Jessie. So many places we have been have "no pets" signs. We were going to Lowe's a couple of days ago and saw two small deer by the roadside. Reminded me of Oglebay with its many deer----all sizes.
Mary Ann, Joy and Jean thanks.
Jean I did not stop for the deer. Several cars were parked at their favorite spot, and people were feeding them. Did not want them to be wary of Jessie.
Joy I have not heard of any vandalism, they have security cameras around the park, but the park is wide open with even a state highway going right by. My concern would be for the safety of people, and usually most leave at dusk. They usually have a ranger on duty.
Jack, lovely peaceful video, and flowers. They have not even turned on any of our fountains this year, and the local garden club volunteers hasn't even filled the various parks with flowers, nor the flower boxes along the many bridges.
The only flowers I have seen cultivated is in the Universities main grounds, it's agricultural farms or Alaskaland's Pioneer Park. I don't know why but then I've been avoiding the news this summer as too much otherwise, is going on.
Patricia The Park was left to the city and the park commission has control, the city can't dictate and believe that is why it is special.
I am attaching the link to a professional coverage of Oglebay that is on you tube. A bit long but you can skip along and see why for over 50 years I am a regular visitor. With Jessie's advanced age I do little travel but we are almost up there daily.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EUyAp73nSSQ
Jack, I assumed it was only a park and learned differently from the video! You have opened my eyes, thank you.
Jack. How lucky you are to that that Park to walk around in. They do a beautiful job of Landscaping. We have a couple of places but nothing like yours.
Sounds like I am doing same as you. Waiting until about 7:30PM to go outdoors. I tried it at 11Am this morning and even though just 82 and not the 90s i came home in 30 min. To hot.
Jack, I enjoyed your video! Oglebay is really splendid! And the flowers are beautiful!
I enjoyed the video of Oglebay Resort & Conference Center, too! How lucky you are!!!
Patricia, JeanneP, and Sachiko thank you, I am fortunate and was up there again this evening.
It became slightly slow that I accessed here,
It is about 11:00 p.m. in the climax of the Gion festival. As I was not able to be in the shrine for reasons of my physical condition this year until that time, I was not able to make the video. This is the video two years ago.
http://youtu.be/9HRxtnpqKn4
Sachiko that is such an impressive ceremony and so well attended. I recall your previous post and nice to revisit.
Sachiko, I enjoyed your video.
I hadn't made a video in Photopeach in a long time so thought I would give it another try. Sat. evening we went to a play at the local community college. They have a beautiful art center. I took a couple of photos outside.
http://photopeach.com/album/18g9sps
Jean I do like photopeach and the ability to pick the music. You picked a good one. Liked the flowers but the highlight was the group dancing in the pool/fountain.
Jean, thanks for a visit to a lovely place. I enjoyed the folks dancing in the fountain, too, and I liked the flowers and music. You have a lot of good places to visit in Florida.
Mary Ann
Thanks Jack and Mary Ann. I really like this area of Florida and the area where we live is very convenient--dentist, Doctor and ophthalmologist all within a half mile. I have glaucoma so I was glad to find an experienced ophthalmologist close by.
Jean, I left a remark about the music perfectly complementing the photos! Now that is my type of music, jazz or blues instrumental.
My favorite type of music also.
:thumbup:
Jack, Jean, thank you very much for your comments!
This festival is succeeded in this way to the next generation.
Jean, Mattie Kelly Arts Center is wonderful! And flowers are beautiful. The music assumes the video it more gorgeously.
Joan, just watched your video, enjoyed it very much. Loved the dancers.
Thank you Sachiko and Linedancer. We really enjoyed the play put on by the college students---very professional. It is a really nice auditorium and very comfortable seating.
Jean. Now I enjoy a lot of the Plays and things that are put on here. Some University and also the Junior College. They have them about every 6 weeks. One high school here did very good one this year. Being a University town there are shows going all the time. I have seen some done by them where I had paid lots of money in the City for the Professionals.. The Amateurs did just as good. We have one big place that the Professional come but I refuse now to pay around $75 to see them. Has to be really good.
We are also a University town as well as a military one with offers from both. We have a robust community theater, Children's theater, many, many types of dancing with seven dance studios beyond school and University.
You can join or enjoy season tickets to dance, theater or martial arts. The possibilities are endless and will include adult education or community college courses and offerings or take creditless free classes for seniors over 65 at the University. The musical offerings alone would take years to see all and enjoy and are available for all ages.
Various clubs are offering up interests to enjoy and community events celebrating unity with others around the world and our many local cultures. There is something for everyone and every moment of the day.
My issue is transportation. The buses and disability vans run 6:30 to 8 Monday through Saturday on select routes, not taking into consideration, event times or days and the Senior Center has a small van and limited scheduling.
Great shows, Sachiko & Jean.... thank you both! I left a comment with yours, Jean.... but can't do that on uTube, Sachiko. Tonight I am having trouble with my internet running very slow. I am also running slow so think I will get ready for bed! :sun:
Shirley, thank you very much for your comment.
Fukuyama was a very hot day today.
Very hot day continues in Fukuyama.
There were two crape myrtles that flowers had dark pink and the light pink in my garden in Yokohama. It will be to bloom beautifully from now on.
Crape myrtle in my garden, 2015
https://vimeo.com/137577340
Sachiko they are beautiful, really enjoy a visit to your garden.
Sachiko, such beautiful trees. I am sure you miss them.
Was it from your home in Yokohama that could see Mt Fuji? Can you see it from your home in Fujiyama?
Mary Ann
Sachiko, lovely garden. I was also wondering if you can see Mt Fuji at your new home.
Beautiful Crape Myrtle and Rose of Sharon, Sachiko, and the contrasting leaves such a bright green. I noticed how they were swaying in the wind.
It is steamy hot now, was a little cooler with a breeze this morning. I am SO eager for fall and winter.... but I remember my mother warning me about "wishing my life away"..... Well, maybe wishing the next month away won't matter, can't think of anything nice to say about summer! :P
Nice video, Sachiko!
Correct me of I'm wrong, but doesn't Sachiko own both homes and has for a time.
Patricia, I thought I read where they sold the house in Yokohama and have only the one house now. It may have been about the time Sachiko was so ill. I know she'll come in and give the correct information.
Mary Ann
Jack, Mary Ann, Jean, Shirley, angelface, thank you very much for your comments.
Yesterday, my daughter came to my house in Fukuyama. And I spent it going to our vegetable garden together this morning and spent busily. Therefore it becomes slow that I access here.
From my house in Yokohama to my house in Fukuyama, it takes five hours by the High speed railway and other vehicles. Most of my husbands stay in Fukuyama.
And I was not able to commute frequently after I suffered from heart failure. Therefore it decreased that I went to Yokohama.
But I can enjoy my garden in Yokohama with nostalgia when made for the video in this way.
Thank you, Sachiko for that explanation. Enjoy your garden!
Got the lawn mowed then high temps and humidity chased me inside. Decided to do a slide show of the little fountains located at the park. Now there are spectacular fountains around the globe, but I love this group and they are so close to home.
https://vimeo.com/177272198
Jack, I like fountains and these are very nice.
Mary Ann
Jack.
That park has got to be one of the best in the country.going by what you have shown us.
I never see it in.
"Parks to visit in USA"
How big is it?
Jack, nice refreshing fountains for a hot day. My favorite is the one with the hanging baskets all around. Especially the night views of it. Must really be nice to sit there in the evenings.
Joy
JeanneP I posted this link earlier. 10 minutes but tells you all about Oglebay.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EUyAp73nSSQ
Well, I was going on & on to leave a post when the next video came up (not yours) and wouldn't let me get back without coming back in here for the link again. The fountains are beautiful but the flowers reflecting & lights showing so many colors are just amazing. Great job with the night scenes.... besides, I could have danced all night to that music! Which camera did you use? Beautiful.... will have another look & listen! :nanadance2: :nanadance: :nanadance2:
Shirley thanks, I would have used a Panasonic on all but not sure which one. Since last year all the 200. Glenn Miller is a favorite, but daughter asked why I did not use "Three coins in the fountain" Would have worked but will not change now.
Jack, there is something very peaceful about fountains. Enjoyed the video and love the music.
Jean I also like to watch and listen to fountains. I had a short video clip and the music drowned it out. Several times I have taken video holding the camera and am disappointed when I can hear my breathing. Good to know I am breathing but should use a tripod.
Jack, that was an amazing and absolutly lovely video from the first view on! You really have a good eye!
Patricia thank you. I gave up on photoshop and Paint Shop. I marvel at what many of you can do. For my part I just like taking a group of photos and adding motion and music. Several others do a great job with both Windows Live and iMovie. I now just use the computer and Windows Live. Here is a little example. Go full screen and give the photo about 7 seconds.
https://vimeo.com/177466971
Jack. Great video. I am so tempted to just drive and see the place next time drive up to GD In Connecticut. Think just adds about 100 miles on the Route I take. Just stay there overnight.
What a place I would use for my daily walking if lived close to it. One would never get bored of the same route around. Every Season it changes.
Jack, a good video about movie making. I am able to do that now simply, using my phone. But the information was interesting.
Patricia I have a bit of a problem working on the iPhone due to its size, but have played a bit on the pad. I know it is possible to mix in video with photos on the iMac, not sure with the phone. I have been sticking with Windows Movie Maker since I have used for several years and can find my way around.
We haven't heard anything from Sato for a while. I know Sachiko and Sato no longer live in the same city but wonder if she has heard any news about him. The last I heard from him was that someone had brought him his laptop. I hope all is well. Sure do miss his beautiful photography of flowers.
Jean would also like to get some word. Sato did such a good job with the flowers and liked his slideshows. You and Sachiko also add so much to this discussion and know you like iMovie.
If Sato is looking in, possibly he can repeat one of his prior shows. Hope his health is improving, and Sachiko's.
It does seem that when a person goes into a hospital in Japan they keep you in for a long time. Believe Sato is still in. His wife was doing his video postings for him. Don't think he can get on WiFi in the hospital.
Good to see that Sachiko is doing well. Happy to see her back.
Sato asked me to tell his friends in the forum that he is still in the hospital and has had another stroke. We sure do miss him and his beautiful videos.
Jean, thank you very much about the news of Sato.
I interchanged with Sato using Line in my smartphone. But he did not write in it after July 2. I called his wife about the condition of Sato. But there was not his note in my Line. However on August 7, there was his note "to be still my hospital.".
Here is what I still miss in my Home town UK. It falls on JUly 16 or the closest Saturday. Mostly just done now in my part of the North of UK. Lancashire also still in Yorkshire. Called the Rushbearing Festival. Things take longer to Change up in the North Cumbria area. Hate to see them go. We had such fun. Glad someone put the 2013 one on line. Just skip the rest. Go to the Video http://brennaaubrey.net/2013/03/19/rushbearing-festival/
Now here are the ladies from My Town doing the dance. this was this year. Sure do better then we did back when. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gi2E7Ez3BDg
JeanneP understand why you would miss that wonderful old town. The dance was great, and the 2011 production really showed off part of the town and that historic festival. Loved the old buildings as well as the festival.
JeanneP, what a nice video from your hometown. I like the costumes. I couldn't get the first link. I guess seeing these videos makes you a little homesick?
We where taught most of the dances at school .i can still do the Sword dance. My favourite.
Jeanne, years ago a "friend of a friend"... we all got together quite a bit when our kids were in Junior High... she taught a group of kids clogging. Think they were pretty good, they traveled around the state in competitions. We didn't have anything like that where I grew up but remember dancers that came to Marlow when we lived in England. "Home" is where the heart always is, where so many memories were made. Isn't it great we have computers & smart phones now to keep in contact or watch videos? :wave:
A few photos we took a couple of days ago at one of our area parks. Today is one of those off and on rainy days so thought I would make a short video to keep me busy.
https://vimeo.com/178656995
What a nice day in the park, Jean..... beautiful blue water & so many people taking advantage of the day. I could almost smell the food cooking over on that BBQ.... neat shot of the smoke billowing up. Thanks!
It has been too hot & humid to get out here.... just a walk down the hill & I come back wringing wet. Besides, the mosquitoes are wicked so instead of using so much bug spray with deet, I've been mashing a B-1 vitamin & mixing it with some Jergens cream to spread over my arms & legs before going down to the river... even a little pat on my hair & ears.... & so far the mosquitoes are leaving me alone. Don't spend much time out.... just feed the fish so they know I'm still around & water some flowers & back inside. Got to go lock gates, mowers just left & I need to run errands. Hate getting out this time of day, traffic is horrible.
Jean, loved it shame I would not be able to have a cold beer, but would give it up for that blue water. Nice visit, thanks.
Heat and humidity have me staying indoors. Jessie goes out, turns around and has to be encouraged to go into the yard for a few minutes. Drops to low 80's in the evening and still will drive to Oglebay for a short walk. The drive and walk gets us out of the house for about an hour.
Thanks Shirley and Jack. It has been hot here this summer but is always cooler by the water. I'm looking forward to autumn.
Jean. Another beautiful park. We have a Lincoln Park also but nothing like that. Fact it is in a bad side of town. They spent millions fixing everything up but crime has taken it over.
Just happy we still have a few nice ones left..
Sachiko. As it was raining hard today I watch a travel show covering Japan and all the Gardens. Some beautiful ones. A couple of them family owned still. They were the best. The area seemed to be more in the North of country.
My Favourite was one called. Hokkiado Gardens. Owned by a young lady who had done all the work. Had been acres of Rice Paddies. Another was owned by a 89 year old Lady who had been doing it since her husband died 40 years ago . made in his honor. She still works it and is there talking to visitors every day. Thousands of Tourist visit them all. Seem like the area was OKIDO. I may have the spelling wrong here. I didn't realize that Japan is not a very large Island. Easy to travel.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0heK1nRIaks
gardeningterrace.com/japanology-plus-japanese-gardens-nhk-documenta...
JeanneP, I enjoyed the same show yesterday morning on Create TV. It is a HGTV station.
Jack. You may enjoy this. Jackie was talking about the BBC show "The great Canals Journeys" being shown in UK. I found that could watch all the shows here. . https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8zRI7xwN_mU.
I love Canals as lived by them in UK. So will be watching hours. You may know the 2 Actors who are doing the trips.
Jeanne, I don't know about Jack, but I sure will be enjoying those Canal trip videos. I love travel shows like those. And, I noticed that there are several others listed down the right side of the page.
I have them saved in my Favorites folder and I will sure enjoy watching them. Lots of times when I can't sleep,, I get on the computer. Those videos will be a nice way to while away the sleepless nights.
Thanks so much for sharing.
Joy
Joy. Take a good look at Episode No. 2 on the "Canal Journeys." It does the Manchester Canal. Goes right through my home town and takes in all the villages surrounding it and through the Pennines. Villages Todmordin, Hebden Bridge all within 4 miles of my family. Clear up to the Summit. Dividing England from Scotland. So beautiful.
I think I will put this by my Parrot Cage. Its picks up things fast. One way to go crazy.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RSlQor4gauA
Quite nice here today. It was the Corn Festival Th. Fri.Sat. Got rained out Th. Fri. Sat. was O.K after about 11am. To bad not on today.
It has been a bad year for Festivals and Fairs this summer. Illinois Fair lost about 5 days out of 12. many are saying they will not come back to Illinois anymore. It was a bad year in 2015 also. Sept. would be a better month to have things.
I will head for Japan house and gardens soon. A big Japanese Festival there today. Always a big crowd.
Too quiet here in the discussion. I have not contributed and latest excuse is a long lasting cold that has me awake nights and napping all day. Was viewing several of mine on Vimeo and thought I would post an old favorite song. This was posted on the prior site. Time to Remember. View full screen.
https://vimeo.com/87921478
Beautiful, Jack ! You did a super job matching the pictures with the music. Couldn't have been more appropriate !
Hate to think about the days getting shorter, the temperatures getting lower and of course, that "dreaded white stuff" . But, we know it is coming. Meanwhile, we can enjoy the pleasant video of "September"..
Thanks for a very pleasant walk through Oglebay. Never tire of seeing it.
Joy
I love it, Jack, and enjoyed as much as I did 2 years ago. Don't know how you managed to get the photos in sync with the music so perfectly, must have taken a long time. Never would have remembered all the words without you having them in.... but they came out of my mouth just fine (as long as nobody was listening~)
Joy, I can hardly wait for cold weather. I was out working on the pool early to brush the sides & bottom & see if I can shape it up before that snow flies. I really didn't take care of it this summer & am ashamed of how bad I let it get. We never had such humidity as this year & was hot again today. Got a lot done today in spite of the heat, and FitBit tells me I only got 3 hours & 17 min sleep last night. I am running out of steam so plan to hit the sheets pretty soon... and they are clean sheets tonight, along with another whole load that I spread all over the floor in the bedroom so cat fur & food can be hauled out to shake. Everything back in place & I still have one cat in the garage & one in the family room. Poor Callie Cat only goes out when she can follow me, I feel guilty not letting her in the house but she can't be trusted to NOT mark her territory since she knows the others are inside a lot. Poor baby, she is so sweet... and grateful when I stop to pet her when I feed her. I leave a door open enough for her to go out during the day but she rarely does. Can't open until light & must close before dark so I don't get another opposum renter, or skunk or raccoon.
Thanks for the tune, Jack, left you another message in Vimeo (had to look up my password~)
Good morning, Shirley. You were last one last night and I am the first one this morning.
Yes, I know lots of people are waiting for the cold weather. But not me !!! I hate it and just don't even like to think about it coming. I like the hot weather. I am sure it is not pleasant when you have to work out in it. However, I would much rather have it hot than cold. I can hardly believe where the summer went. Seems like it just started and now it is just about over. Seems like the kids just got out of school and here they are back again, already. I don't know why the summer flies by so fast and the winter always seems to drag on and on and on. LOL
I can never seem to get warm in the winter. My apartment is cold and my furnace runs almost constantly in the winter. I am on the north side of my building and I hardly ever see the sun in the wintertime.
I love hearing your stories about your cats. You and my DIL would get along great.
Joy
Enjoyed that video so much, Jack. Hope you are soon over that summer cold.
We are dog sitting for a couple of days while our daughter and hubby take a well deserved weekend getaway.
Joy, it has been so hot this summer that we are looking forward to the winter. This will be our first winter this far north in Florida so it will be an interesting change.
Joy, Shirley and Joy thanks. If sleep is a cure for a cold, I am doing my best. Woke up this morning, let Jessie out, fed her, and back to sleep. Think I need another coffee. Just typed a long commentary, stopped to consider adding and then lost it.
I do not like the hot and humid, but prefer the long days and sunlight to a dreary winter.
Made a mess of my front lawn, I have bent grass taking over and sprayed it. Now dealing with dead grass, bare spots I have reseeded. Every thing looks great in spring, but could not wait.
JACK WV....
...thank you, I enjoyed that little piece of escapism....
...yes not much we can do about our seasons, we know that one will always follow the other....but we do have our favourites...my two, am I allowded two? :D are Spring and Autumn...I can deal comfortably with our dry and cold weather, even rain, but just not the black slippery ice, or heavy snow that lingers on and on for days...
Jackie thank you. Simply a matter of taking a great song and adding a group of photos on Windows Live Movie Maker. You add the words to a photo and set the time to display during the song. Apple's iMovie does the same and with some super effects.
JACK WV, never knew you could actually set the time display to playing a song to our video clip...Don't think that can be done on PhotoPeach when we add our youtube music...I have often chosen a piece of music only to find by the time my video clip is half way through, the music has just started to play...
Jackie I like photopeach but some cannot view. If you have Windows Live Movie Maker you should give it a try. I am sure there are tutorials on the web. A bit more work than Photopeach but it also handles home movies.
Jack, I tried to get your video, but it comes up and said my browser is outdated. I do not know how old my computer is, but I am still on Vista, old just like me. :)
Gloria the age of the computer should not be a problem. When they mention Browser they are addressing Internet Explorer, Edge, Firefox, Safari etc. Have someone check and see if you need an update for yours. If any question you might post in the computer discussion.
Gloria, I'm still using Vista on one computer (and like it best) and have settings so updates tells me when there are new ones available and I okay the ones I want to allow. I use Google Chrome browser but do have Internet Explorer and Firefox on .... but both of them need to update completely new version, not just little updates, and I just have not bothered to let it and don't use them. I think there is a site under Start that is for updates & where you can click on to allow. Good luck, you'll love Jack's video!
Got to go shower.... been out cutting weeds out of the berm & sprayed myself with OFF.... so am itching from it. Got part of the little mulberry trees cut down & a whole lot of what I thought was milkweed & had been letting it grow because "Monarch butterflies like milkweed".... I did a Google for photos of milkweed & not what I am growing so got a dumpster full & bundles tied up of the mulberry trees & other junk. I really don't like yard work but few years ago when I asked the lawn guys what they'd charge to clean the berm (not nearly as bad as now).... they thought about $500. I thought that was way out of line but would probably want double for the way it is now. I have all the tools & equipment because Cas loved yard work... got the job about half done & will maybe wait for cooler weather to finish. Supposed to be back in the 90s for a few days.
Take care of that cold, Jack.... and do your body a favor.... sleep all you can, best medicine in the world. Gargle with hot salt water.... I put a lot of salt in a microwave safe mug & re heat it about every hour when I think of it.... gargle & don't have to mix every time.
The local Rotary Club has put on their yearly Octoberfest. It is held in the Winn Dixie parking lot a few blocks from us so Larry and I went over for a while tonight. People were really enjoying themselves and the kids were having a lot of fun. The weather was very cooperative and it was so pleasant.
https://vimeo.com/184082205
Jean, it looks like a lot of fun.
Mary Ann
Thanks Jean, agree with Mary Ann, lots of fun. Oglebay has theirs in two weeks.
It has been a while since I made a video and wasn't sure I remembered how. :). Thank you Mary Ann and Jack for your comments. The tourist season is pretty much over and the local festivals start in the fall. The summer has been unusually hot this year.
Jack, your recent video (which I just saw this morning) is lovely. I've always loved the music and your pictures fit beautifully. I'm sorry to hear that you are not feeling well and hope you will be soon. Big Hugs for you from me here in Alabama!
Sue
Sue, thanks, appreciate the comment and the hug. The cold is about gone, now have to quit taking naps.
Sue I posted a photo of the Grist Mill at Babcock state park. Patricia commented on rivers and believe you know that the mill is not far from Beckley where we once met. The Mill is on Glade Creek that flows into the New River.
The New River flows north to the Kanawa and is one of the oldest rivers in the world. get this comment that it was prior to the existence of the Atlantic Ocean.
The age of a river is difficult to determine. Generally, the age is estimated based primarily upon the age of any mountains it dissects; the age of the sea or ocean to which it eventually outflows can be irrelevant; for example, several rivers of the east side of the Appalachian Mountains are older than the existence of the Atlantic Ocean, which did not exist 130 million years ago.[If a river fully dissects a mountain range, then this generally indicates that the river existed at least at the time that the mountain range rose.
Posting this also in the Photo Discussion.
Jean. that looked like a great Festival they put on. Our Rotary don't seem to get involved doing anything anymore. The Lions Club put on a Scarecrow one last weekend but nothing like yours. Lots of people selling and a Motorcycle showing but nothing for the kids. It was in the park down the street from me. They have a big playground and so I suppose they think that enough. Seem like none bring in the big Blow up things for the kids anymore. Last year 2 children got killed . One was on like the big slide showing on yours. It collapsed with children on it. The other was at the County fair. Suppose they are now afraid of Insurance problems
A little 4 year old girl drowned last Thursday in a City run nursery swimming pool. and so I suppose it will be closing now. Seems people dont watch children anymore like we did. Glad you had a nice day for yours today.
Watching Sachiko in her garden brought to mind "In the Garden" I made a short piece using Oglebay photos and limited to just one verse. Still getting over a cold, but wanted to try the voice recorder that comes with windows 10. Not much of a mike just a plug in usb one, saved the recording and put it into Windows Live Movie Maker in place of music.
Full screen https://vimeo.com/184380586
Jack, you did very well. I wish I could have sung along with you; I'm an alto so like to harmonize. In the Garden is one of my favorite songs.
Mary Ann
Jack, I really enjoyed your video and song. The photos were ideal for the words to the song. That was one of my dad's favorite hymns. You sound like you are pretty much over that summer cold. Keep getting plenty of rest (at our age do we have a choice :D?)
Mary Ann, I'm also an alto.
Jean and MaryAnn thanks. Years ago I sang tenor. In a group I usually had to sing lead or would end up singing lead :)
I now sing in a small Funeral Choir, but we all simply try to sing on note.
Jack, that was very nice. That was one of my mother's favorite hymns, and also one of mine, too. As always, enjoyed "walking" Oglebay with you. Thanks for taking us along.
Joy
Joy thanks. I was tempted to just use a version off the internet, but decided to wing it and sing it myself. The hymn hits home with me. I have Jessie with me on my walks but have lots of time to just sit and listen.
Another alto chiming in.... beautiful job, Jack, acapella always seemed so difficult.... I sang harmony (don't think they even hear about it with the younger generation) but not a strong voice (loud!) & needed to stand by someone that stayed on key or I'd go right down the tube with them.
Jean, loved your video & happy life. You do "look for the good" and find it, where ever you live. I am hoping to catch an Octoberfest in MO this year, such good food & music~ Thanks!
I thoroughly enjoyed my run to Colorado over the week end.... long drive but only destination that was cool enough to sit in the RV & not melt if I had problems. Did have a water in the RV problem so found a way to shut it off at the valve coming in from the tank. Turned out it wasn't a problem 'cause the "valve" I turned off was just needing tightening & I just didn't try it again for fear of putting too much pressure on the pump. I always carry gallons of drinking water so just didn't use water out of the faucets.
I haven't gone back to see if I missed anything but must get on with the show around here. Have much cleaning to do in the RV..... Tommy was sick on the way out, I cleaned & all but need to pull out all of the non-skid mats on the floor to hose off & bring in to wash in the bathtub.... to make sure it smells okay for the next trip. He didn't get sick on the return trip & think it may have helped that I stopped every hundred miles or so to give the cats a break. They don't eat or get a drink of water.... or use the litterbox when we are rolling. If Tommy doesn't feel good he always yells and comes up front to be by me.... to make a mess all over the steps & front entrance part. Yuck!
Jack. I enjoyed that. Nice voice. Think you should sing along on your video's more often. That song was so popular years ago. Not heard it in a long time. I do know all the words.
Getting so cold here. Below 60 today. Got my flu shot today. Did you read in the other forum what I said about taking the Pneumonia shot along with it?
JeanneP thanks I may give it another try now that voice is coming back.
Jack, thanks for the beautiful garden pictures and you singing my Grandmother's favorite hymn as well as my friend Minnie who died recently. She had asked me to have it sung at her funeral. I told our pastors and it was done as a solo with a male baritone who sang it beautifully. That certainly is a beautiful old hymn--and not sung much anymore.
I hope you've recovered now from your cold/flu and are able to sing to Jessie. I think she probably enjoys your singing, too.
I also sang both alto and soprano in many different church choirs. I usually joined a choir when we moved to new duty stations as well as teaching children's Sunday School. I miss my church down at the farm and haven't joined the choir here as it's much larger and much better singers.
Sue
Sue, thanks. Jessie turned 15 this past June. She still likes her daily walks. She lost her hearing several months ago, but responds to a loud clap. I still walk her off leash at the park, she does not wander far, but want her to set the pace. I talk to her all the time and fortunately she responds to hand signals.
FlaJean, my DIL still lives in Niceville, and my son is buried just outside the AFB. He was Major in the AF.
Jack. Once you get over the cold and voice back. Can we put in Requests? I know you will be able to find a Video to go with them. You have made some great one.
We will have Don and then you to look forward to weekly. Treat for us women.
JeanneP I have to get out and about and get some new photos. I also want to try doing another with the voice recorder. Jean and Larry do some fine video and more in their area to share.
Jack. So maybe we can get Jean and husband to do a little duet along with their videos.. You both live in great areas for Video taking. Jean does of more sunshine over the winters. We get the snow scenes. I still have your "Try to remember"video on my Desktop. Love that one.
This weekend was Oglebayfest. My daughter came up from Virginia to join me. We went to church service Saturday, so early Sunday we were up and beat the crowd. Lovely day and good company. When I left my parking space I thought there was going to be a fight to get it. :) Just did a little video and enjoyed the day.
https://vimeo.com/186197749
Jack, you had interesting viewing; something for everyone. I think I caught a glimpse of you looking at something, but the view wasn't long enough to be sure.
Mary Ann
Mary Ann thanks. You did not see me, I try to always be behind the camera :)
Fun day, Jack, thoroughly enjoyed inside the glass shop & your view for lunch, but arts & craft shows are such fun. I stop & visit with many of the vendors since I used to "do" a couple shows a year and enjoyed people taking time to talk. My brothers had some of those cars back before they were collectible.... never looked that good but they would run~ Great show, thanks. Twice as much fun when you have someone along you enjoy being with, right?
Jack, loved your video. A really nice festival. I could spend several hours looking at all that beautiful glass. A great view while enjoying lunch.
Shirley and Jean thanks, it was a pleasant afternoon. I just look, seldom buy.
Jack, I still cannot open any videos, the message is my brower is outdated. My computer man is coming to day.
Looks like it was a nice day for the festival. People had jackets on so maybe a fall day. Not to crowded. Now like ours are at the covered Bridge Festival and others. Just to many people. I never buy anything either. I wonder sometimes if the people who sit all weekend with their Crafts make any money. It takes some so long to set up and them take down. But the people I know who do it say just to enjoy the people. That is a nice place to have it. I owned my Second VW that looked like the red one. I suppose the are getting antique now. My first was in 1956 I believe. Had 4 of them. May think of making one my last car. Not made as good as the older one though.
SATO....
...good morning, happy to see you back and looking in.....please post and let us know that you are ok...
Jackie. Where did you see a posting from Sato? I must have missed it.
I didn't see one either...
Sato hasnt posted, but for the last two mornings, 7am UK time, I have seen him looking in.....I made this posting in hoping that he would see it and post his response, but alas, he doesnt stay...
Jackie. Yes I saw that he had been in. So he must be improving enough to be on the computer and wanting to get back . I am sure we will be seeing him post soon.
Regretfully but I'm still stayed in hospital. Not easy to write in iPad. I began checking these past several month postings from you. Please send your autumn photos and others.
SATO....
...So happy to see your posting, and know you are back with us, Good morning...
So good to see a post from you, Sato! I will take photos of the trees starting to turn, just a few so far. Most of the birds have already gone south and it looks like we are going to have a hard-cold winter by the signs of the birds moving on instead of staying here for the winter. Best wishes to you for a complete recovery.
This afternoon I was standing outside the sliding door of the family room, my son had come over to trim the yard, it really didn't need mowing but was sort of scraggly looking. The neighbor's locust tree is dropping it's leaves, right into my pool, so a constant challenge to keep them from staining the bottom. Covers do not stay in place in our wind, we've tried everything the past 30 years.
Anyway, I noticed a praying mantis by the door, it knew how it opened & was pawing at the glass. First time I've ever noticed one that had changed colors to light brown tones. I did take some photos but have to be on the other computer to use PSP to crop & resize. I don't do well with the online sites, have tried and do not get it. I didn't know that the praying mantis was like chameleons, changing colors to match their surroundings. The plants in the berm are changing to browns, the asters are blooming so I was hoping to have monarch butterflies show up, think they have already gone south some time ago.
JeanneP, when I took my art to a couple shows a year, I did really well, generally sold most of what I took. I did paint "craft" things that I could sell for $10 or so, things like raccoons peeking out of a hole in a tree.... painted on the slabs of wood from the saw mills that sliced off the bark to make the flat sides to saw planks. We would stop by on our way to camping in MO & pick up those slabs that most used for fires. I would dig a little hole in the center, down to the wood & then paint the raccoons in the hole. I would put a saw tooth hanger on the back & never failed to sell as many as I took. I bought a lot of camera equipment with that money. I also painted the old time milk cans next to a mailbox & sunflowers blooming on the thick shake shingles.... and would paint names on the mailboxes.
One lady that worked in a retirement center bought some for her patients & then everyone wanted one for their doors.... I didn't keep track of how many she had me put names on for her, don't know what she was charging them but I sold to her for $10. People would stop at the shows to check out the wood things & look up and buy a large painting very often. I wouldn't want to live on what I made but was very nice "mad" money for buying more art supplies and cameras. Lots of shows I would be painting to encourage people that wanted to try it could see how easy it was. That was before u-Tube & online demonstrations. <grin>
If I ever could figure how to post a video I would love to. Jack has tried to explain but I am a really dumb student. I wanted to do a video of that praying mantis pawing at the door to get in.... it really did know it was supposed to open at that spot & had the same motions I've see a cat or dog use, pawing at a door. So I will keep trying & enjoy all of yours for now.
Thank you, Vanillla-Jackie and Shirley.
Sato so good to hear from you and hope you are soon back with us.
Shirley you would have loved Oglebay Fest and understand the exhibitors are very pleased with this years sales.
JACK WV....
I enjoyed your video clip...I would have felt right at home dining on the patio, admiring at the view whilst I ate and sipped my cup of coffee....
These classic car owners really take pride in looking after their cars....
Sato, I'm sorry to hear you are still in the hospital and I hope it won't be too long before you can go home.
I am not an artist, so I have nothing to show for fall. Where I live, there is not much color of leaves, so I am like you, waiting to see some color from others.
Get well soon!!!
Mary Ann
Shirley. Now those painting on the pieces of wood are very popular in the Fall Festivals here. Cost more then $10 though. I keep meaning to buy one to put on my
wood outdoor shed door.
MaryAnn. Over the winter you should try doing the Senior Colour Books. They are fun to do. Lots of places here now getting groups together. I go the the one at the Libary. Have about 16 people join. They say it is helping a lot of people who were getting depression in the Winter months. I just was never good at colouring with the kids when small. Better than me when about 5 years old. Now I show them how good I am. LIttle GGD was doing it with me last time she was here. Told me. Grandma you are coming out of the line. They now have a eraser you can buy that will clean the Gel ink off. Even the big Junior Collage having classes. Can't see that though. May as well take art classes if what to go that far.
JeanneP, thanks, but I have enough to keep me busy Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall. Also, I no longer drive, so Tom is my transportation and I'm taking him away from working when he takes me to appointments. Since much of his work is done by computer, he often is able to work while waiting for me, but not always.
Mary Ann
jack, Mary Ann, so happy to hear your kind messages.
Hi Sato - Great to see you back among us :) Hopefully we will soon hear that you are out of hospital and back to your normal surrounding. Good luck!
Bubble, thank you for your warm words.
Hoping I can get this site to open up in here. I remember this train when I was growing up. Love it. It runs in my Home Town in the UK. Now back again. Just love steam trains. http://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/news-features/2/news-headlines/105627/flying-scotsman-returns
Flajean. Hope your husband can bring up the above . I know he loves Steam Trains also.
JeanneP -
The link you posted above works. I very much enjoyed the short clip of the steam engine and love to see them "at work". Forwarded the link to my younger son who is a train fan.
Thanks
Rammel. Now was your son a "Train Spotter" I was growing up. Thing is our RR System is big. Lot different than here in The US. A Train spotter goes all over finding what trains go bye areas. Take down the Engine numbers and collect. Big hobby for hundreds. Many clubs.
This one in Bury Lancashire was ours. http://www.premierinn.com/gb/en/short-breaks/trainspotting/best-spots.html
Quote from: JeanneP on October 18, 2016, 05:40:54 PM
Rammel. Now was your son a "Train Spotter" I was growing up. Thing is our RR System is big. Lot different than here in The US. A Train spotter goes all over finding what trains go bye areas. Take down the Engine numbers and collect. Big hobby for hundreds. Many clubs.
He's nothing like a "Spotter". I hadn't heard heard of that. Maybe it's not a local thing. As a little kid he made his own model train layout. There was a local freight line that went past across the street from us and I think that had an influence on him. As an adult he has been to a NYC Transit Museum and a Trolley Museum that I believe is in Connecticut.
JeanneP, that was a great little video. One of the best memories of my childhood was taking a trip with my parents to New York City when I was 11 yrs old. We had a "drawing room" which included a tiny private bathroom on a Pullman train. The porter made the seat and couch into beds for the night. The sound of the train tracks was magic to me. One of those experiences you never forget.
Jean. Now we got a train back in 1961 to Montreal from Chicago. A sleeper. Sitting Room was so big. we were 4 people 2G ups 2 children. they came up and changed to beds. Had a toilet and hand sink. Was amazing. Wonder if still have those old trains running in the US. I know they do in Europe and UK. Lovely way to travel. Beats flying now. Maybe First class O.K. Only gone Business Class.
JeanneP, there is an Amtrak train which originates in Washington, D.C. daily that drives to New Orleans. I don't remember what time it leaves D.C., but it picks up passengers in Birmingham, AL. about 2:00 p.m. and arrives in N.O. about 7:00 p.m. but passengers have to stay on the train until it backs up and turns around. This sometimes takes 30 minutes. I've been driving to Birmingham for the past couple of years to catch this train to N.O. and enjoy riding the train to N.O. Much easier than driving down there.
Sue
Sue. Now we also have a daily train stopping here in town. It goes from Chicago to NO. Taken it a couple times using sleeper down. not on return. It leaves here at 6:45pm and arrives in NO about 8:30 am next day. About same times returning only Leaves the Am and gets me home about 8:00 PM. Always lots of people on it as lots of Southern people have family in Chicago. Pretty lively train on the return but nice and quiet on the going down. Sleeper nice as bed at 10pm and up feeling good in the Morning. I keep aiming to head down and see what changes since the flooding. People say getting nice now. I love New Orleans. Just don't know anyone able to travel anymore. But lots of tours in NO.
Jeanne, when Alex and Nick were 4 and 5 I took them to Memphis on that train from New Orleans. We stayed in a hotel across the street from the riverfront park--which I think was its first year in operation. We used local trolleys and buses to go to different attractions. We were in a children's museum north of the city and Alex was standing beside me looking at an exhibit and I realized Nick was not with us. I was frantic and we started looking all over for him. We finally heard him crying like a maniac. Someone had found him and taken him to the office. What a scare that was!
I love riding trains--and since I moved to Auburn, I've driven to Birmingham at least once a year to catch a train to N.O. It takes about 7 hours, plus about 30 extra minutes to back up and get turned around as the same train leaves N.O. the next morning at 7:00 a.m. I can't drive yet since my fall and hope that I can get down there for Nick's turn to go to NYC on his spring break and then his graduation from high school.
Sue
Sue. The way you are healing I am sure that you will be able to do that traveling again by next May. I would go much more if the US had as good a public transportation as Uk has. and Europe also. What trains they have are so slow here and few of them. Maybe one time when you are in NO I will head down. Be nice to meet and do some Touristy things. Daughter and 3 friend went last month and so much more going on now. It was one of the place we went to last time my family here from UK. They loved it. We took a month and got in all we could . Mostly down South. My favourite area. I keep wanting to go and spend some day in Savanna. G. Just walking around. Read so much about the place since young and no idea why I have not yet been. Been other times in Georgia. Atlanta etc.
My one grandson got away from me when he was about 6 years old. Was in a Mall in one of the big dept. Stores. He was always going off but we were alone. So Scary. They had security on all floor and here he comes just as cheeky as could be saying, Grandma. I wish you would stay with me I had to get the Policeman to help look for you. Man just laughed . My daughter and I took them to England. few years ago. One GS 20 and this roaming one 16. He did the same thing in London. Left us in The Tower. Took the underground for the whole afternoon just him traveling around. His father said we should just put him on a plane and send him back home as we were there for a month. But I was like that as a young person also so understood him more than his mum did. I thought she was going to have a heart attach that day. Now he is back home living with them and they can't get rid of him. Divorced with a 10 year old boy and so they just roam off together.
WHOOPS! I didn't realize which Forum we were in. But will just leave it. Not busy in here today.
jeanneP, I enjoyed your post. That had to be scary when your GS was gone for a few hours, in London.
When I was in London years ago, we took a subway, and was completely lost, as it did not stop where we wanted to get off.
Jeanne, a train from Chicago to New Orleans runs every day--at least it used to. Go online to Amtrak.com and look for a schedule. If you are interested, Amtrak can also make a hotel reservation for you. I'm hoping I'll be able to drive to Birmingham after Christmas. I'd like to go down to N.O. for a couple of days--and I will take Nick to NYC during his spring break like I did Alex. Amtrak will also send you a catalog of all their train trips. It's a lot cheaper than airline tickets and I enjoy the train. Having a long train trip can be a delight.
Sue
Sue
Now the big train ,bus. Terminal is down the road from me. And yes a main stop for the daily city of NO train. 6:45 pm I believe still . I think it goes over to Dallas Texas after. Not sure. I know that it is not just Chicago to New Orleans. Has to be more than one train making the run.
I have used it twice to N O and quite a few to just Chicago.
I think jane uses it also.
Miss new slideshows and I have not helped. Talking about trains, here is an old one of mine. The toy train exhibit at Oglebay and a small one that runs around their little zoo. Check it full screen.
https://vimeo.com/150381533
Love that train video, Jack. I'm going to miss the Ocala Train Club Christmas exhibition this year. Maybe they will have something similar here in this area. Anyway, really enjoyed your video and the music.
Jack. I think that that Train Exhibit is the best I have seen. I love them. Had a friend whose husband and a friend spent every spare minute putting one together for years. Did it in his Garage area. Then they had to move. it was put together piece by piece and so doubt they could take and rebuild.
Thought the show was great, Jack, and surprised I didn't leave a comment last time (I did tonight)... but I'm wondering if I didn't see it before.... have you showed a shorter/different version or something? The music was perfect, just what I hoped you'd play. :thumbup:
During WWII we lived across the street from an older couple & the man had a whole room dedicated to his trains. Back in those days he had steam engines & they even had steam coming out of the engine. I only got to see it a time or so, think I went over with my father (a railroad man), he was impressed with the set up. They also had a parakeet that talked, they taught it to say it's name & phone number. The bird sat on his engineer cap bill. I would visit the "round house" with Dad lots of times and we'd watch the trains, he would explain when I asked questions.... and I still love trains!
Jean, JeanneP and Shirley, thanks. For a short period I worked at the display and loved it. Problem was giving up Sunday and Holidays. I believe I did post another version with the small zoo train, said it was in this one but was not. Have an old Lionel, no longer set up, but stored in the attic. It was given to my son by his grandfather. I checked it a year or so ago and it still ran.
Norm had a friend who had an extensive (and expensive) railroad set up in his basement. The train would go through walls (openings, of course). I seem to remember going with Norm to see it once, but not again. It was a great hobby for the friend.
Mary Ann
I have 2 small wooden trains that were my late husband Bob's childhood trains. One is a small black engine with an empty coal car behind and the second is a circus train with an engine, caboose, and 4 cars which represented cars in which the animals were carried. These are the only toys he had that he never let our sons play with--I think they were probably the Christmas gifts that he loved the most. I have them on display in my den.
Sue
Sue, this has nothing to do with the price of eggs (or topic of trains), but whenever I see a post from you SCFSue, I think "Sunflower Sue" and start humming the tune.
Mary Ann
Haha, Mary Ann, I also have things do a number in my brain & I'm off on a whole different tangent!
Jack, I just ordered enough from Chewy to get free shipping & explained to them it was because of their sending flowers to you. :thumbup:
Shirley thanks, they deserve the credit, who knows I may someday again use them.
That is a good thought, Jack. :thumbup:
Mary Ann, I know the lyrics and tunes of lots of old time songs, but am not familiar with Sunflower Sue. I plan to Google it today and see if I've heard it sometime in the past.
Hi Jack and Shirley. I think I'll check out Chewy, too. Is the web address Chewy.com or Chewy.org or something similar?
Have a nice day,
Sue
Sue - Sunflower Sue, Sunflower Sue, sunshine and roses rank second to you!
That's all I remember of the words, I do remember more of the tune. There used to be a soap opera that my mother listened to (before TV at our house - over 75 years ago) and I don't remember the name of the program. Seems to me it was someone's harem and took place in Kansas.
I hope you are able to find it on the computer.
Mary Ann
Sue it is .com ( I did not link since we once had a rule not to promote, but this is not product but the staff), and hope I will soon again use their service. When I thanked them for the flowers a young man emailed to say they are all pet people and understood. He added just call anytime even if you just want to talk. Now that is a fine organization.
Did not look up Sunflower Sue, but brought to mind an old song my father would sing back in the 30's Believe I posted it in the old site, but here it is again. Unable to locate it on the web. This is my hometown for the last 56 years.
https://vimeo.com/192161952
I did look up Sunbonnet Sue and found two at least, both dating back to 1908 (I don't go back that far!) but looking at other songs listed, they all are old. I think you'll get a kick out of them.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NhOlWv8SOJQ
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QHnr9Gul9ek
Mary Ann
Great Jack. You are the first Rapper that I can understand the words. Looks like a interesting area where you live. Give me a place where could see boats and water and I would be happy.
Enjoyed your video very much, Jack. Nice voice.
Jean and JeanneP thanks, gave up finding the song. Jeanne, never went for rap, I was too mellow.
I started my morning with hearing on the radio that this is Mickey Mouse's birthday.... and after the song going through my head for a few hours, had to call my sister to tell her... When we were kids she was was always singing "It's Mickey Mouse's Birthday Party, that's the place to be......" Our twin aunts would always ask her to perform.... I wasn't bashful but would not perform..... but I'd sing when nobody was around. How many of you can remember all the words? "Comb your hair, shine your shoes, come along with me... it's Mickey Mouse's birthday party, that's the place to be".... My sister insisted she didn't remember singing it .... she's 4 years & 1 month older than I am & remembers only what she wants to. ::)
I've got to get to bed, busy week end with our Thanksgiving family gathering is Sunday. I am already in cooking mode & got a good start on what I'm taking.
Speaking of old timers, do you remember Cliff Edwards (Ukelele Ike) He had many old favorites, he did the voice of Jimini Cricket for "When You Wish upon a Star". Was out to dinner with my sister yesterday and she asked if I recalled an old one of his that our father would sing to the kids (all 10 of us) Told her I remembered and sang it remembering all the words. Unable to now locate it on youtube, but here is a slideshow with his singing "Broken Hearted" Enter his name in Youtube for so many great old songs.
https://vimeo.com/192257958
That was great, Jack. Those photos were beautiful. I don't remember seeing many of those before in one of your videos. Your longtime memory is sure good. Larry and I use to sing a lot of the old songs when we traveled. I was singing Bicycle Built for Two the other day and couldn't remember one of the lines for a few minutes. Don't like those "senior moments" ðŸ˜'
Love the memories, Jack, you have such gorgeous photos of Oglebay during all seasons. I am sitting for a few seconds between jobs.
Now to take a shower & wash my hair, starting with early church & breakfast then home to get the turkey stuffed & ready to bake for 4:00 pm gathering at oldest gr-son's house. I baked the other turkey yesterday & was going to do the noodles today but decided they really don't stay the same after being refrigerated.... but nobody minds left overs. ;) Will cook them tomorrow while the other turkey is in the oven. I've already got all the onions & celery chopped & turkey chopped to go in the noodles so the rest of it will go in with the other turkey to warm before it is taken to the party. Got it all organized in my head. :-\
Everyone in the family supposed to be there & will take photos after. Harder & harder to get so many together, I'm not sure why we are doing this Sunday instead of Thanksgiving.... but this is when the kids from Seattle will be here. Maybe they didn't want to travel over the holiday?
Jean and Shirley thanks. I can remember words from an old song, but forget almost everything since. When a teen our gang would play volley ball or ping pong, then go for hot dogs and root beer. At that point none of us drank alcohol. We would ride in the car singing many of the old timers. Shame things are no longer that simple.
Oh! Jack. You are not going to sing that.
It is so funny how we can remember all the words to songs of years ago. Not many written today would be easy to remember.
I miss Lawrence Welk on Saturday nights now on TV. Show was on 20 years. I could sing all the songs from way back . Liked it shows that went back years.
JeanneP, as far as I know, Lawrence Welk is still on our PBS station at 7 pm Saturday. I watch the program occasionally.
Mary Ann
MaryAnn. Now Lawrence Welk was taken off ours about 5 weeks ago. No idea why. I just don't understand how these PBS stations work. I know ours is getting awful these days. Most of what they put on has been run many times. Other than the Masterpiece Theatre ones that they do when asking for Donations. People tired of that. Use to be about 3 time a year but now about every month . It ties into out University here.
Jack, thanks for the video with Ukelele Ike. Your photos from Oglebay park are beautiful--and I enjoyed Ukelele Ike's voice, but don't remember hearing him before this video today.
Sue
JeanneP will not sing but still know the words.
Sue I bet you have heard Cliff Edwards years back, he did the singing of Zippide do dah. He had many hits but will not link here.
I sure didn't recognize the name but love his tunes!!! Spent time with Google checking him out. Thanks! I am ready for a nap, made several trips to the river today & lots of running back & forth in the house doing laundry & putting things away.
Another big quake near Japan today.... suppose fracking cause that? ::) Really sad & hope our Japanese friends are safe. It worries me that Seattle is in that ring of fire, I have family living there.
Tomorrow is the big day of arrival of gr-grandson.... we all all concerned but don't talk about "the pink elephant in the room"..... that since the 3 year old was born Mama had thyroid cancer surgery & extreme radiation. So far all tests are fine.
Thinking about Sato and Sachiko. We haven't heard from them in a while. Hope they were not affected by the earthquake!
Please add me to thoughts and concerns on their ( Sato and Sachiko ) safety in Japan....and also for their medical issues....they are both sadly missed from our forum and their postings in the photo and video clip rooms...
JACK WV....
...now I am baffled, and it really doesnt take much to baffle me....but was that really your voice to your video clip (Way down on Main St (my voice)....).... or was it the voice of ( Cliff Edwards ) Ukelele Ike's?...have to admit I was not familiar with him but just listened to him on youtube and your voice certainly sounds like his voice....now please put me out of my missery... :-[ ;D
Jackie I sang Way Down on Main St. Cliff Edwards (Ukelele Ike) was on the other video. Know many of you would have heard some of this others, like "When you wish upon a star" Check the link and you will see others.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aafpos35u-s
Must be my day for confusion after Jimini Cricket was mentioned.....I remember a comedian named Jimmy Cricket..." the left foot, right foot man..."...so he knew which foot was which...
I have a small parrot here that always wants it own way. I bought for $29.95 last week a new type of seed holder as cleanup was a mess with it throwing seed around. This thing is about a 5inch closed in clear Plexiglass feeder. It has to put its head in to eat. Well it screamed for 3 days each time wanted seed. Tries knocking it down and if covering it at night I could hear it trying to get it down. Didn't eat for 2 days. But I just left it. Now I am watching and it has decided only way is to go in there and get to eat. Animals can be just as bad as kids were. Throwing fits.
Well, my post disappeared.... Wanted to tell you, Jack, that I finally got your "Main Street" video to play. Great job & you "still have the pipes", as Frank Sinatra used to say.
JeanneP, I am still giggling at the picture of your parrot throwing a tantrum. We had a bee bee parrot that was quite a thinker.... it didn't like my husband & all he had to do was lift his hand in the air & wiggle a finger & that bird would take off looking for a fight. Our daughter bought it when we were in MO.... when she was a teen & had her own money. Smuggled it in the car but we heard it screech on the way home. It lived through her high school & college years & stayed with us when she got married. It survived a number of wild "rescue" birds, & life was entertaining, for sure.
Jackie, every year at this time I get sentimental about arriving in England ... felt like a dream world. Quite a change for a 19 year old bride, traveling alone. Only had a few days before my new husband shipped out in Sept & took me until the first week of Dec to get my passport & shots .... to join him. He didn't have rank so the government didn't "send" me.... but couldn't stop me from traveling as a tourist to join him. Long time ago and I never did get back for a visit to Marlow or High Wycombe. My husband found the base, (Google Earth) where it had been some concrete slabs left where the "huts" were, and the house we lived in he found online, renovated & all that beautiful landscape filled with houses now.
Time to see if cats want to come in, supposed to get some rain, maybe snow flurries tonight & tomorrow. Had a busy day getting everything taken care of "just in case".
Shirley. You should have taken a trip back over to the UK. You would sure see some changes. Now we had the Big Base. Burtonwood up in my area. They used a lot of the roads and some of the Building that they Built. I drove by there few years ago. All now got big Estates built on the Land. They used Thousand of Acres.
Now my mother use to stay around High Wycombe in the Winters . Not as cold as the North was. When last there it hadn't changed at all. Nice area.
Dreary day and I made the mistake of looking at some old photos and video. It brought back some fond memories and I assembled some clips of my Jessie, what a joy she was, and how fortunate to now have Mimi.
https://vimeo.com/194884337
Jack, a great video and a nice way to keep the memories of Jessie alive. Does Mimi have the feathers that Jessie had? It doesn't seem to me she does. Some dogs love the snow. We had a Heinz variety, about the same size as Jessie, who loved to romp in the snow.
Mary Ann
Mary Ann yes Jessie had the long feathers and always told the groomer to just trim them. Mimi's owner groomed her and offered to do so in several months. I will ask about the feathers I like.
Jack, that was great to watch. She looked like a bunny rabbit hopping around in the snow. I am sure she is missed.
Thanks for sharing.
Joy
Great video Jack. If only we had had such as Vimeo when our children growing up.
You have those of Jessie to all always remember but now you will start making new memories. It wonderful.
I was watching news today and it was showing a new book that just came out.
A young man. 43 I believe just passed. (he wrote it). its Non fiction. Didnt say how he died but he had a disability from being in the Service. This book is about he and his dog.A golden retriever that looks just like your dog. Name Tuesday. Same title of Book. which is "Until Tuesday" Said how he passed the dog on just before he died to another man. Take a look at the book when in the Bookstore. Sounds Interesting . Amazon have it on sale and also can read it on Book Bub on your Ipad.
Jack, left a message with the video..... great job. I agree that the "feathers" are beautiful and you took such good care of her, never looked matted. I'm just glad you share your "babies" with us, I have thoroughly enjoyed all of them.
JeanneP, somewhere this past week I also saw something about that book but didn't catch the title.... I'll see if I can find it on Amazon.... maybe even in the library.
See if you can bring this up
Book
Author:
MontalvaÌn, Luis Carlos.
Title:
Until Tuesday : a wounded warrior and the golden retriever who saved him / Luis Carlos MontalvaÌn with Bret Witter.
Edition:
1st ed.
Publisher, Date:
New York : Hyperion, 2011.
Description:
xi, 252 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Summary:
"Tuesday has a personality that shines. I am not kidding when I say it is common for people to pull out their cell phones and take pictures of and with him. Tuesday is that kind of dog. And then, in passing, they notice me, the big man with the tight haircut. There is nothing about me--even the straight, stiff way I carry myself--that signals disabled. Until people notice the cane in my left hand, that is, and the way I lean on it every few steps. Then they realize my stiff walk and straight posture aren't just pride, and that Tuesday isn't just an ordinary dog.
Subjects:
Service dogs -- United States.
Jack. Maybe the lady who you got Mimi from could sign up on Seniors and friends. . Be able to watch how happy the dog is prancing around the Park with you. Also see this video of Jessie. I know with Julie. Even though they are breeders they fall in love with every little puppy they have. Julie does have a habit playing with hers and then sad when they get picked up. Fact she has about 3 that she has kept and now house pets. I would be the same. My father bred dogs and I remember how mad I would get when he let someone have one.. I bred my birds and was real picky as to who got them. One just died at age 30 a few months ago. I got a Christmas card from it every year. I sure could never have been a farmers wife.
Joy, JeanneP and Shirley thanks. I have so little photos and film of my children growing up. If I had the $ and cameras back then I would have a ton of photos and video.
I keep in touch with Mimi's breeder and send her photos.
The books sounds interesting, but I have not read a book in years. I did when young, but grew irritated when I read a book and was unable to recall names and details and had to keep going back. I have a short attention span and limit myself to short articles, computer and tv.
JACK WV....
....I enjoyed watching your clip of " young " Jessie, also of " not so young " Jessie....I fully can understand the mix of emotions....the fond and happy memories tinged with the now tears over her loss....I know you now have your Mimi, but your Mimi is not, nor ever will be your Jessie....
I truly smiled watching young Jessie hopping like a newborn lamb, or was that a bunny hop? anyway she was in her element, having real fun in the snow....
Enjoyed your video, Jack. Jessie was special, but you have had some very good companions over the years.
Jack, your video of Jessie is wonderful. It brought tears to my eyes. When I met you and Jessie in the summer of 2002 after Bob died, I enjoyed the time we had together at the State Park in southern WVA--and of course I don't remember the name. We also met and spent several days with another woman who breeds dogs--little ones if my memory is still with me. That was a healing time in my life and I know how much you miss Jessie, and I'm sure Mimi will not replace Jessie, but will certainly fill that void in your life.
Sue
Jackie, Jean and Sue thanks. Sue I have lost the few photos I took back in 2002, but it was special. The other woman may have been Rosemary, I do recall she bred Cavalier King Charles. A neighbor has one, a lovely dog and I had thoughts of getting one, but just had to get back to my Goldens and fortunately can still handle a larger dog.
Jack, your memory is much better than mine now. Her dogs were beautiful Cavalier King Charles spaniels. I think she might have shown them in dog shows near her. I remember that we met at a State Park near Parkersburg, WV, but could be wrong. It was a beautiful time of year--still summer, but not too hot like Alabama is many days in the summer months.
I can't recall if I told you that I fell off a ladder while leaning out to pull leaves off the roof on my house on the last day of April this year. Fortunately my neighbors had been working in their yard and Sandra had gone inside. I saw Rob and called him and he saw me lying there. He ran inside told Sandra to call the ambulance (the fire station is about 5 blocks from our neighborhood) and they were here in less than 3 minutes. Then Sandra rode in the ambulance with me and Rob followed in their car. I spent the next 5 hours on a gurney in the emergency room before I had an MRI and was sent to the head injury unit.
Stayed there for almost 3 weeks and had another fall at the rehab center where I was doing exercises to strengthen my legs. So was transferred to the larger hospital in Columbus, Georgia, which was the first of 3 hospitals there. Finally in the third hospital I had great physical therapists and although I'm now wearing a brace on my right leg and according to my neurologist, may have to wear it into next year. I'm still not cleared to drive, but fortunately for me, my son here heard about a group of Village Friends who can take those unable to drive to grocery store, haircuts, etc. We paid the annual fee and these folks respond to my request for transportation and pick me up when I need to go out and don't have a neighbor or my son who lives here and is busy.
I didn't mean to write a novel--just especially wanted to tell you I'm VERY HAPPY that Mimi has come to live with you. You're a great Dog Dad!
Sue
Sue sorry to hear about your fall, sounds like you will have a long but hopefully full recovery.
I recall you once lived near Charleston and the woman with the King Charles had a place near Berkely Springs. Met her at Agility trials where Jessie competed, but lost touch.
I am also guilty of writing Novels, but do not post in conversational discussions since I forget names and details of so many that post. I choose to occasionally stray from the purpose of the discussion, but am encouraged that many of us do.
Son called to tell me not to go out, snowing and roads dangerous. So I hung up, packed up Mimi and drove to the park. He said later he knew I would, I never pay attention to him. Told him payback :) Roads were clear and I liked how the snow was hanging on the trees. We had a nice walk, but as I noted, Mimi was not smiling when I told her to sit on a large, wet, stone slab.
View full screen https://vimeo.com/195540240
JACK...
...I dont think I would smile either....she was probably thinking, now why doesn't he do it too.....Our dogs are wiser than we give them credit for... ;D bless her heart...
Now I wouldn't smile either. Did you sit on a cold slab? I've done it a couple times.
I just cleared all the snow off my car. Enough winter for me now.
Jack, her expression is priceless and I couldn't help but laugh! My weird sense of humor!
Mary Ann
Jackie, JeanneP, and Mary Ann, I think you all have it right, if we were just able to read her mind. :)
Jack, you had a considerable amount of snow. None has arrived here in my neck in the woods, yet. Not looking forward to any, either.
Beautiful to look at in pictures. Just not anxious to have any .
Joy
Joy I like a nice snow fall around the holidays but had one so can do without any more. Dropping to 7 degrees tonight and bitter cold to last for several days. Keep warm!
We have plenty of snow and I'll be glad to share. We're in the area of "lake effect" snow from Lake Michigan and as long as the water is warmer than the air, we'll get snow. As long as I don't have to shovel -------
Kind of windy at Grand Haven - lots of whitecaps.
Mary Ann
Loved your video, Jack. I love snow in photos, so pretty when it first comes down. Stay warm.
Jack. Julie has the puppies on her Facebook. just type in Julie Pentecost lee. Have to go down a little. Ended up having 8. 6 males and 2females I believe. so cute. Most sold already for pickup in Valentine time. Good timing. This is the first time for this dog. Mother/father are beauties.
JeanneP I went to facebook and pulled up your daughters page, but all older info, possibly the settings on who can view and post. I have problems with facebook. Why not get a photo of the pups and post in the photo discussion.
Now I can bring anyone who is on Facebook as long as I am on it. Just cannot write back unless the have friended you. I don't care for Facebook either. That is the only place she post anything anymore. Same with all the family. it is either Facebook or Texting. I dislike both.
Last evening Larry and I went to the Annual Christmas Display here in Niceville. The "Christmas Lady" ,as she is called, has a hugh display of various Christmas scenes. It was unbelievable. Several toy train clubs were also part of the display but it was too dark to film movies. I have put together a few photos. The children there were really enjoying it as well as the grownups.
http://vimeo.com/196124845
Jean. That is a great display. I can't stand to go into the Mall or Stores at the moment but would love seeing that display.
Jean, your area puts on a good display for holidays. We used to have such displays in store windows when I was young, but the stores moved to the malls and no more scenes. You capture the best parts of the displays.
Mary Ann
Jack & Jean, I left comments in both sites, you are so good to take time to share your home towns. Great shows, both of you. Thanks! Shirley
FLAJEAN....
...thank you I so enjoyed that, a lot of work has gone into putting that display together...I would be very happy myself going somewhere to see that here in UK, it brings to mind the real true value of Christmas, Christmas as it should be...
Jean that was great. You are fortunate to have found another home surrounded with so many attractions. Your photos and music made me feel like I was present.
Thank all of you for your comments. Shirley, the 'Christmas Lady" has many volunteers and two railroad clubs also put their exhibitions there. It is all free but they except donations. It was a joy to see all the kids enjoying it. Around the several train layouts it was fun watching the young dads and their (mostly) sons so interested in the trains.
There are some beautiful decorations in our neighborhood. I'll try to get a few photos one night before Christmas.
Jack, I've enjoyed your last video of the snow so much. I've viewed it several times and love the music. Right now we are having rain, rain, rain, and I almost miss a day or two of that Maryland snow we had 30 years ago.
No snow here in UK, it is very rare now to see snow falling over the Christmas holiday but, if and when we do have snow, January and February will be the most likely months...
Jackie. They still get pretty good snows in in my families area in UK. Not like we got when I was growing up though. Getting so much rain the last month or so. Talked to them yesterday and was so cold. Not like ours here though. We are having a deep frost. Everything closed down. 6 deg day and below 11 at night. My car had been dead but got a new battery in today. See what tomorrow does. The battery in it was only 1 year old.
When we had snow in West Virginia when I was a child, Kanawha County pretty much shut down. This only happened a few times that I remember. My sisters and I had a sled which we pulled to town--about a 20 minute walk when it was snowing--no plows in those days. The street near our Grandmother's church had a small hill and every kid in our town with a sled would spend a while sledding down it.
Then when I grew up, finished college, and married a new Naval Officer, we had 2 tours of duty in Brunswick, Maine, at the Naval Air Station. The first tour it started snowing in October and didn't stop until May. Since the P3Vs my husband flew had to deploy to Newfoundland, Iceland, Sicily, Rota Spain, etc. for 9 month on station tours, I shoveled a lot of snow. The first winter there we had a 14 month old when it started snowing--and of course my husband was GONE! I did lots of shoveling those 4 years. When Bob was assigned to another squadron there, our oldest was 12. One Christmas Eve the squadron was gone--it snowed so much that night that our front and back doors were covered all the way to the top. I had to send the 12 y.o. out a window to shovel the doors so we could get out of the house. We were going into town to have Christmas dinner with another Navy family in the same squadron. The roads were clear, but only 2 lanes were open. On the way home after the day in town, I came up to a little bridge and another car was coming toward us. I stomped on the brake and our pick up truck turned right around in the road. We weren't hurt, but we sure were scared.
Since Bob retired in 1978, we moved to Alabama and have only had one or two very light snowfalls that melted within the day. One was at our farm and we just put on our boots and left it like it was. After Bob died, I moved to Auburn and it has snowed twice here since 2004, but melted rapidly.
Snow is beautiful, but not fun when it has become so deep it has to be shoveled!
Sue
Sue. But doesn't it seem like we had so much fun back in those days. I think that we handled them so well. I also remember when snow would come down even here in Illinois same house. It would get up as high on the doors. I worked just a mile away and they would send the Maintenance man out with big equipment to did me out. Most of other people at work would be getting the day off as they could not drive on the roads. Of about 134 people at the place one day I remember just 5 of us got in. that was a full day. I had to be there because I took care of International areas and such as Australia, Japan etc and the Islands expect the phone answered. Could not believe the snow.
NOw I don't know if I could take all that mess now. Even my car trouble last few days wasn't keeping me a happy person. Things have to run smooth for me
now. Went through the busted water pipes and wind damage twice. Did it now and I would be moving. Don't know where though as every state seems to have something going wrong now. We had 2 apartment building burn in my town here this past weekend making 18 families with no homes. I couldn't take it. Would just be taking insurance and heading away. That is one thing I make sure I have enough of.
Woops! just noticed where we are posting. Photo's. better move it. Don't have any pictures.
Remember the sled riding, and long climb back up the hill. Yes it was fun, but something I would not be able to do today.
Nice day today so short walk in the park. We had rain so most of the snow is gone. Here is a slide show I posted last year, I am Santa, and some snow scenes from Oglebay.
https://vimeo.com/149097600
Very Nice, Jack. And, Merry Christmas to you, also.
Joy
Very nice, Jack. I recognized Oglebay, but were some of the scenes from Pittsburgh? I saw some tall glass buildings which I doubt you have in Wheeling.
A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you, yours and everyone else who reads this folder.
Mary Ann
Jack, a very nice 2015 greeting card and still works for this year!
How does Mimi like snow on your walks or is it mostly rained out now?
Joy, MaryAnn and Patricia thanks. Yes a group of photos were taken in Pittsburgh at the PPG building. They have an ice rink and Santa Clause exhibit.
Mimi likes the snow, but do not leave her out long in it except for our walks.
Jack That beautiful. I don't remember you posting it last year. Now was there snow that heavy there. Would love to see one snow fall again just like that for maybe 2 days. I will send it up to the Connecticut kids. They still believe in Santa
Don't know about their 7 year old brother now.
Okay, just how did you become Santa??? Love the show & the snow, we don't see it stick to the trees like that because of the wind. Lasts only as it falls. I wish I knew how you put the beard on... neat trick. I've lost my "workspace" or whatever it's called on PSP and can't do much of anything with it now. After the holidays I will see if I can find videos that will help with PSP or give up. I don't know how you teach yourself how to use all the new features on the computer. I thoroughly enjoyed the show, thanks! Shirley
JeanneP that snow was from a prior year, we had several inches last week, but all gone.
Shirley that Santa photo was made with a photo app for windows 10, forgot which one, played with several and the one had the Santa and you simply added your photo. I have not used any of the apps for sometime, but some clever ones without the need for Photoshop, that is over my head.
Enjoyed the video, Jack. I do love those snow scenes.
Shirley I went back to see what app I used for the Santa Photo. There is a free app for Windows, it is Photofunia. It has quite a few ways to use your photos. Here is the Santa photo, and at the bottom I have several screen shots to show the simple steps of my photo and adding it.
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While in there I used the Santa photo and another background to give you all this greeting.
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JACK WV....
...very clever what we can now achieve, when we know how...
I can just see the " Braking News..." headlines...be prepared children, Father Christmas has arrived early this year....
Those apps sure make us look smart, don't they? It is a fun idea. I guess our photo competition has gone by the wayside.
Sure do miss Sato in this folder. He kept me interested with all his questions and ideas. We have some warm weather coming and I want to get out and take some pictures.
You guys are so clever with your camera's. Makes me feel so dumb. Even more now that my GGrandson is making Video's with his IPad. Wish some of these smart kids didnt live so far away. 3 Grands in Texas went thru Univ. for Computer Engineers. Not one on mine lives in Illinois.
https://www.facebook.com/pamela.lane.52?fref=ts
I want a Christmas like this one. Just go down a little as it is on my SIL Facebook.
Hey, I STILL believe in Santa. He always leaves something for my stocking and a wrapped gift, too. Santa is a "girl's best friend". When I was a Cub Scout den mother in San Diego, my cubs got the other dens all yelling at Santa with them for me to sit on Santa's lap. So I did and the kids went crazy yelling about it and talking about it through the next couple of den meetings. To this day, I don't know the identity of that "Santa". It had to be one of the dads. My husband was away on an Air Craft Carrier in water off of Vietnam that Christmas.
Sue
JeanneP was unable to find the link in the Facebook you gave us. Did not request being a friend, Facebook confuses me.
Sue that is a great memory, we are fortunate when we can recall so many good times.
Jack, as you know, I don't do well with any of the "new" stuff but did find the snip it tool you told us about. Thanks for that, I've used it a few times & really is handy. After I get all the Christmas decorations put away I will see if I can figure out your latest offer. You are so good with understanding & I am so dense.
I was another that dragged my sled (brother's) around to the only little hill in town & would go up & down as long as anyone else was around. Happy memories....
I don't do Facebook so can't get the link to work. :'(
I have to learn to put my jacket on prior to asking Mimi if she wants to go for a walk. She really gets excited. Here are a few clips.
https://vimeo.com/197710589
JACK WV...
....you know Jack, she makes the same sound our Benji used to make, I could almost swear it was Benji I was listening to....I cant stress enough what a great find, if " find " is the correct word, your Mimi was, she is coming along nicely and looks well settled in....
Jack, if you put your jacket on first, soon you won't have to ask Mimi if she wants to go for a walk; she'll get the message. I like the video.
Mary Ann
Mimi sure was excited about that walk. She is a beautiful dog.
Love the video, Jack, it helps wipe out the memories of all those pitiful commercials to "save the animals". She is living a dog's dream life & the thought of you saving her and she filling the empty spot that Jessie left in your life, is as good as it comes!
The end of 2016 went without hitch and looks like 2017 is starting with over-load of "to-dos".... that didn't get done today, mainly didn't get the Christmas decorations put away. (I sure fractured that sentence, didn't I?)
Good night, all. :bubbly: One last Happy New Year! :bubbly:
Happy New Year!
Jack, Mimi is very pretty and is attractive!
As for me, it is awkward that I cannot make the video recently to take a lot of photos.
Jackie, I am so fortunate to have decided to go for an older pup, but she sure has the energy.
Mary Ann she already knows the routine. I need only go for the jacket and she performs. I had the camera on a tri pod so was attempting to get additional time with her.
Jean thanks we both look forward to the walks (weather permitting)
Shirley thanks for the comments, Mimi rescued me but know now how important it is for folks to consider rescue.
Sachiko I just heard last evening how popular dogs have become in Japan. Hope you are soon able to take us on a few tours. You might repost some of your former ones with comments.
http://www.goodtoknow.co.uk/craft/547673/glitter-jars-how-to-calm-down-jar
Interesting link, Jeanne..... I've been researching how to replace water in a music box globe.... I have one that I dearly love but the water turned cloudy.... "one of these days" I will tackle the job~~
Shirley..
That should work. Do it and let us have a photo. I am going to look around the yard sales this Spring and see if can find different glass items to make some out of.
That one I put on here the kids like to make. Can just give them Jam jars etc.
Several years ago Sachiko posted some photos of herself in front of Lake DeFuniak when she was just a young woman. I believe her husband was attending a session at Florida State University in Tallahassee. This is the same Lake DeFuniak Larry and I visited yesterday. The museum was closed but we enjoyed visiting the historical library and seeing the big old houses near the lake. Lake DeFuniak is one of the two almost perfectly round circular spring-fed lakes in the world according to Wikipedia. I doubt if there have been many changes since Sachiko visited those years ago.
https://vimeo.com/200053714
Jean that was special! Nice that it is not far from your new home, bet you will return. Good photo of you and Larry, and like your choice of Hymns. I stopped the video to read the board and noted it was a Chautauqua settlement. We made several visits years back to Chautauqua NY. It was the first of a group of them. Sorry I took no photos, but there were large rows of victorian cottages leading down to the lake. The Institution has a large facility for lectures and entertainment. It was like traveling back in time.
Jean, thanks for sharing your visit to DeFuniak Springs. Really pretty little town with some beautiful houses.
Joy
Jean - I enjoyed your visit to DeFuniak Springs! I watched it a number of times, and each time I saw something that I hadn't seen before! That giant Magnolia tree is spectacular, and all the old homes, churches and the library are beautiful. I also liked seeing the photo of you and Larry. :)
Jean, a great video and besides seeing those beautiful buildings and all, I discovered sound on my iPad. Two photographers enjoying a day out.
Thank you all for your comments. We had such a nice day. One of the things I enjoy seeing are those old houses with their big wraparound porches. When I was young we had a nice porch and spent a lot of time in the swing or glider---even slept there on a few hot summer nights. Of course, that was in the days before air conditioning and TV. ;)
But, saying all that I have to say I love my iPad and computer. Wouldn't want to give them up!
Jean. What a great area to stroll around in. You pick the best areas to live in Florida. I seen to have only visited places I thought would not like to live. I think would really like both of the ones you have picked. All seem to take good care of their parks etc. We had some nice ones here but with the State running out of money they are letting them go. The Park district ran the largest one for at least 100 years. This year turned it back over the the State as they are behind in paying them to do the work. Even stopped taking care of all the public gardens in town. Planted the flowers every year.
After this winter here in Illinois I sure am tempted to move.
That is a good photo of you both. Your husband loves to dress in white.
A nice video!! Enjoyed buildings and music.
Sato it is great to see your post, hope things are improving for you.
Sato, what a pleasant surprise to see your post. We surely do miss you and your beautiful videos.
FlaJean, thank you for the lovely tour of Defuniak Springs. I've driven through there a couple of times on the way to the beach, but didn't take time to go through those lovely neighborhoods with the beautiful homes. Your video was very professional and lots of fun to see.
Sue
Jean, I did leave a comment on your video.... forgot to come back here & tell you want a pleasure it was to watch. Nobody searches out the "nooks & crannies" & picks out the most beautiful scenes like you & Larry. In all of our travels we never slowed down to see the many things I'd listed as "must see".... unless I got us lost & now & then that paid off. :)
I still have the flu, think it is a combination of every type rolled into one. Started with the cough on Thursday, went to the Dr 'cause I was afraid they couldn't work me in if I waited until Friday. They are so good when I call & got me in within a couple hours. I knew I had a sinus infection. By the next day when I went to pick up my prescription I already had fever, the highest fever (3 days so far) I've had as an adult. No food, horrible cough & all the icky things you think of, sore skin & bones, head ache, you name it, this is the mother of all flu strains! I managed to get an ounce of chicken noodle soup today & some toast. This isn't the place for whining but just explaining why I'm not getting it all together. I've been sleeping on the bed by the computer so I can watch TV (during the day) so do check in here every few hours.
Shirley, so sorry to hear about your health problems. Get lots of rest and plenty of fluids.
I got this from my Home town in the UK today. Was a funeral for a little 5 year old boy. Looks like the whole town turned out. http://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/news-features/2/news-headlines/107668/streets-lined-for-the-funeral
JeanneP, so sad that one so young has to go, but wonderful that the town came together for his funeral.
So sad to see the little ones suffering with cancer. Are you planning to go back to your hometown in England for a visit this year, JeanneP.
Jeanne, I would be so proud to be from such a kind and thoughtful town. Had a little trouble reading through the tears that rimmed my eyes, touching story and loved the photos. Thank you for sharing the link.
Jean. Yes. I need to go back this year. Been almost 3 years now. Long time for me. Thing Is I have very few of older people left there. No young ones and not many friends. For some reason they have gone to live in France. Not in the mood to visit there. Fact I don't want to visit Europe anymore. Things has really changed and not for the better.
I was just looking at the Video of the Mary tyler Moore funeral Sunday. the cemetery if very close to Granddaughters house in Connecticut. So I will go and see it. She must have had it all arraigned and the site is just beautiful. Has a big Angel on it (Cost $2 hundred thousand). and the site takes 12 Grave lots. Just hope that tourist respect the site. I looks like a cemetery that locks its gates in the late afternoon.
Jack, --- or anyone else who may give a hoot.
Got this link in an email from an old friend. Very interesting to look at and think about. I guess we don't always see what we think we do :) Amazing what an artist can do.
https://player.vimeo.com/video/34678075?title=0& (https://player.vimeo.com/video/34678075?title=0&)
Rammel, what a great video. I had to look twice to see it again--and still missed some things. Thanks for sharing. It does have a lot to ponder!
SCFSue
Rick - I like that video a lot. Did you ever watch "Boardwalk Empire"? It was a wonderful show with lots of scenes like this. The man with half of his face gone, was in the show. I wish they had shown other characters as well.
Rick thanks, keeping the link. It is so unlike the movies the last few years with all the special effects and violence. This was excellent and will watch again.
Really interesting but a little disconcerting that what we think we see is not real.
SATO....
...If you look in, I wish you a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY...
All the very best from...Jackie.. :)
Quote from: Marilyne on February 07, 2017, 12:26:36 AM
Rick - I like that video a lot. Did you ever watch "Boardwalk Empire"? It was a wonderful show with lots of scenes like this. The man with half of his face gone, was in the show. I wish they had shown other characters as well.
I didn't directly watch "Boardwalk Empire", but my wife did. I was sitting here at the puter as she watched and caught dribs and drabs of it.
We only had a few inches of snow. Took Mimi to the park, I walked and she ran and enjoyed.
https://vimeo.com/203538765
Jack, dogs have more fun!!!
Mary Ann
Jack, I really enjoyed watching Mimi run..... she seems to be happy every waking moment, thanks to you!
Rick, I tried over & over but couldn't get the link to work, think my computer needs some updates but I've
not been up to taking on the job.
3 weeks yesterday I went to Dr for meds... flu & sinus. Been the sickest I have been my whole adult life & still coughing & ache. Think I probably cracked some ribs but the doctors are so swamped I only went back once, week ago, to make sure I didn't have pneumonia. Even 3 by-passes & new aortic valve didn't knock me down this long. No more whining.... I have looked in daily but mostly sleeping all the time.
Love all the photos, babies & fur-babies.
Jack, Mimi is racing around in the snow as if she were a pup! Great video--and Mimi is having a great time. I'm sure it made you happy to see her enjoy it so much!
Shirley, I'm so sorry you're feeling so ill. I hope you get better--and SOON!
Sue
Jack, good to see Mimi enjoying herself. She is such a good dog and good company for you.
Shirley, I sure hope you are soon over this flu or whatever it is and back to feeling healthy again.
Oh Jack, what fun she had! I'm sure you both enjoyed that day!
Mimi. She really enjoys being out there.. Now will she always come to you when you call here? Good to have a dog that well trained.
Its in the 50s here today. quite nice. Not driving at the moment but think I will take a good walk around the area. Not getting enough exercise these days.
Jack. On you last Video of Mimi running in the snow. I couldn't get any sound. Thought was my speakers but tried every thing else that had to have sound and they worked. Wonder why. I will try some other things.
Jack , I went back and played some of the Video's you had put out along with other peoples. All had sound. So mystery why that one will not play. Did you have music with it.? You usually always do
JeanneP sorry about the no sound. I did not add music but removed the sound. I did the video on my camera and about all you would hear would be my heavy breathing (but Mimi was doing all the running) Mimi does listen well. I have only had her 2 1/2 months. I make sure there are no distractions and she is increasing the distance prior to checking on me. I may have to call her twice but she responds.
Thats good she comes on your call. Was running quite far away. Doubt many cars come down that road for her to watch out for.
JeanneP that is a walk trail, no traffic. I would not take the chance around a road.
JACK WV...
...your Mimi looks one happy and contented dog...I am sure you both enrich each others life...so lovely to see the smile on her face...
Jack. A great walk trail. Do lots of people use it?.
JeanneP I will reply in the photo discussion with a few taken today.
Jack. How Mimi likes those walks. Sitting on that bench you would think she was human. Like she is just looking and thinking. I love those trails. Fact love everything about that place.
We have one place owned by the University that has nice trails and park. Takes about 10 min for me to drive there. Great in summer but to far for now. It is next to the Japan House and Gardens. They are a nice area to walk.
Can't wait for weather to warm up.
Did Mimi do well getting her fur trimmed. Sat still. Smile on her face.?
Did anyone watch the Westminster Dog show the other day. My town so proud. Had 2 dogs win. One took Best in Show. A German Shepherd. Had done well over the years but suppose to retire last year. Decided to try one more year. Will now be used as Stud. The other came in best in small breed. It is a 18 month old Pekingese name chuck. It seems to have done well in all the Dog shows this past year. I am not crazy about Pekingese dogs. When I was 13 I was bent over looking in a store Window and one Bit me hard. Yes in the behind. I had to take the series of 12 shots and embarrassed having a male changing my dressing daily.
Got a lot of razzing at school. Hard to sit down.
Dog was destroyed making the owner who had it a spoiled pet not speaking to my family ever again. In UK back then you were just not given just one Tetanus shot. I don't think that they knew to give animals all the shots they have to take now.
A friend who lived across the street 8 years ago had one. It was spoiled also and they seem to be a mean breed to me still.
JeanneP the German Shepherd is a beautiful animal and well deserving of the top award. Golden Retrievers do not do well in conformation on the national level. To me they are beautiful and tops in obedience and as a family pet. I read and accept this offering as to why they do not hit the top in conformation.
(1) Breeds that have been bred for show less intensively or for less time tend to not be as picture perfect. A well-bred Golden is a dream to look at, but they are not as physically perfectly aligned with their standard as, say, any Wire Fox Terrier being campaigned.
(2) Breeds that are more moderate have a harder time standing out against other breeds. In the Sporting Group ring you have the Golden somewhere between the five other retriever breeds, four setters, etc. They are rightly a breed without extremes and can fade behind a flashier (and supposed to be flashier) English Springer or Irish Setter.
I love watching the Dog Shows. Use to attend both dogs and Horse shows growing up as my family did shows. Was a big picture which has gotten lost somewhere of my Eldest brother accepting the Award from the queen for one of the Hackney Ponies winning i in the Windsor Horse show. Got lost when mum passed away. Someone grabbed it.
JeanneP, I've been calling on all my siblings & cousins to copy old photos & share via e-mail so they don't have to spend for prints. I've done that with any of the old photos I copied from my parents & at one time made CDs to give one cousin of each family so they could make copies for their siblings.... and made them for my siblings so they could make copies for their kids. I did get copies of my brothers that Mother had given each of us before she died, the studio photos taken when we were young. She didn't give me mine but gave it to my daughter & she still has not scanned to e-mail me so I can send to each of my boys. Mother said it was my "first colored dress".... she kept us in white until over a year old.
We had hackney races at the MO State Fair during the early 1950s, beautiful animals but I was concerned if they were in pain how they propped their tail so high & trained them to step so high. It was "horsey" country & we had 10 days of shows of every kind & stables from all over the US would send their animals & trainers weeks early to prepare them for the shows. My friend & I would be out at the grounds nearly every day, that was our year around playground. Her family kept a horse stabled there all but the month of the Fair when it had to be moved to her uncle's farm.
I didn't watch the dog show, forgot about it! We had a neighbor that raised silkies & Poms.... at one time had the top Pom in the US. They took my 2 oldest kids to the Kennel Club so they could show their young pups for them .... good for their dogs & good for my kids. Those young Poms are so attentive, wouldn't take their eyes off each kid as they were being shown. Guess I will always be partial to dobermans because that's what I had as a kid & German Shepherd because that's what we had when our kids were growing up. These cats are wearing me down so may never get a dog.
When I was in Jr. High, I lived with my aunt and uncle. They had an awful little dog, I think a Pomeranian who was vicious. It was my job to walk him daily--and to get him home without any altercations. His name was Ginger and he was a Bad A**. He tried to pick a fight every time we saw another dog or even a cat. He was about 12 years old. He only had one eye because when he was young and at the annual beach vacation, he got into a fight with a Great Dane. I think the Great Dane bit his eye out, but Ginger, according to the witnesses, got rid of the Great Dane before anything else happened.
SCFSue
Oh, Sue! That is awful.... but reminds me of my cousin that had a little dog that fought anything.... my father used to laugh every time he saw it, called it a "Tasmanian devil". Finally got killed in a dog fight & my cousin just said, "he died happy", when she talked about him.
Just got back from seeing the Movie "Lion" Fantastic. I cried all the way through.
WAs at 2pm but place full. Mostly all people with silver hair. I sit way up in the top so can look down. Soon will be 2 more good movies out. "The Zookeepers Wife"
I have the LP book ordered. And one called. "British Kingdom" Something like that.
Real windy today and possibly snow weekend, winter not done. Shame that flowers are coming up, hope they weather the storm. Short video with sound of the wind. View full screen.
https://vimeo.com/207521920
Dogs will be dogs!
We have a lot of wind too and take a look at Grand Haven! Our wind isn't as noisy as yours but mine is not on a video. Tom read there are about 300,000 homes etc without power in lower Michigan.
Mary Ann
Jack. Wind not bothering her at all. We are having the same. Say will have snow storm starting Friday night and temp down to 13 deg. Hope the wind gone by then. I figured that we would get something before winter was over. Change our clocks Saturday night so will seem to get more daylight.
Some of my bushes were blooming but getting hit hard today. I have some yard people coming April 2 to clean up the winter mess. Hope it will all be over by them
Hard to get people in the summer. My yard man I have not seen all winter. He has taken care of the grass cutting etc for past 20 years but he has reached 85 now so wondering what he is going to do. Said he would never retire. Just hope he is well.
It is unbelievable how many fires are burning out west. Many homes in Oklahoma gone. Was showing lots of States this morning. Some must really be dry. Hope again not people setting some of these fires. That along with the Burning of the Jewish Schools etc and religious building. Makes you wonder what is wrong with people these days. A little of it copied over at our University this weekend. Along with the Muslim temple. There never seemed to be a these Religious problems years ago.
There you are, Jack! I've been worried about you, you haven't popped in with photos of Oglebay lately & I'm sure they are working on getting the hanging baskets started. I get excited every year about those baskets, they are absolutely gorgeous and we can't have them here because of the wind. I'm going back to see your video again, saw it once & tried to get it to play again and it wouldn't. I know I need updates on this computer but with my sore eyes, I can't stay on long enough. Thanks for the video... and give Mimi a hug, don't blame you for dropping the camera & running. ;D
By the way, you can't imagine the wind we've been having. Last night the weather person was raving about the humidity being 9 or 11%... and that is extremely dry so fires keep popping up.
Shirley I believe the baskets come after the tulips. Would never trade you the winds and weather.
We had terrific winds all day today. Lake Michigan was beautiful with the blue sky, white fluffy clouds and a multitude of whitecaps. The state had up to 300,000 homes without power at one time and it was announced it might take two or three days for power to be restored. We did not lose power here but we went down the avenue where the signal lights were out for about a mile.
Mary Ann
We are supposed to get a break from the wind tomorrow & a chance for rain on Sat. Promises-promises!
I got to see Mimi again, she is so sweet looking..... her actions remind me of the mama cat that has come to live with me. She seems so happy to be here, will follow me where ever I walk outside.... none of the others have ever done that. So sad that I can't trust her to be in the house unless I have time to watch her every second. She learns fast and remembers what I say. I let her come in to eat with breakfast with the other cats & she remembers they like to go out into the pool area door as soon as they eat, so she goes out with them. She likes to sleep late, think she is probably fairly old but not as old as LaurenKat.
Mary Ann, can you imagine those strong winds & dry conditions AND raging fires? One county in KS has 85% of the county burned already. Poor firefighters are exhausted, just no relief.
Can you imagine next week end is "spring forward" time already??? I dread changing all the clocks~
JACK WV...
...now that does sound windy, didn't seem to faze Mimi though...
ha ha, or maybe I shouldn't laugh, as over here we tend more to worry about our dogs rolling in fox poo, or eating rabbit droppings of which they seem to love....I remember when taking our Toby to outside puppy training, the ground was rife with these pellet type droppings, I spent more time pulling our Toby away from pulling up turfs of grass whilst eating them, while our puppy trainer was giving a dozen or so of us instructions...hence when it came to our turn to do what she asked, I was totally lost and confused through lack of listening to her... ;D
Mary Ann the lake and whitecaps look great, but eager for warm weather and people on the beach.
Shirley I think you have another cat, admit it.
Jackie, the winds did not bother Mimi. At the park I use a flexi leash, since I want her to be able to wander. Sometimes I even remove the leash. Now not sure, with all the deer. Yesterday I had nothing to clean her with (I will learn) Took her into a rest room that had an outside entrance, and used soap and paper towels. Good that the room was empty.
I should teach her the "leave it" command I learned with Zoe and used with Jessie. In the training we would place a hamburger on the ground and walk the dog past it. When they went for it you jerked the leash and said "Leave it" After a few trys the dog would listen. I see folks at the park doing the same. (just thought, some one should yell it when I reach for that piece of pie :))
Shirley, I solved the clock changing problem in a way - one clock is on the wall and I cannot access it from the floor and the other is a Westminster chime on a cabinet. I had to put new batteries in both during the EDT period so I left them on EDT. Next week they'll be right. The microwave and stove clocks are easy to change so they will be changed over the weekend. If the clock is in reach, it gets changed when time changes, if not, the clock doesn't get changed. Nothing lazy about me!!!
Mary Ann
Jack, too much wind for me but didn't seem to faze Jessie. I think I would be training her the "leave it" command right away. ;)
Sato...good morning, I know you are looking in, it is 8.am here in UK...Just wanted to mention how much you are missed....I hope and pray you are now keeping well... We do very much miss your postings of photos and video clips.....Please continue to post when you are ready and feel up to posting, but in the meantime please let us know you are doing OK...
Jack, had to laugh at you taking Mimi into the rest room.... Cas took our German Shepherd in with him one time & as he came out a man asked, "does she use the commode?" to which Cas nodded a yes... & said,"but she doesn't flush....." He was dying laughing when we got back to the car & was convinced the man actually believed him. I just placed another $50+ order with Chewy.... about once a month plus all chickens & salmon & dry food. Sounds like good training tip... won't work with cats, they trained ME.
Jackie, when we lived out west of town we had an acre of land with a big garden. We dug up & transplanted some seedling trees in a row in the garden so they didn't get mowed over. At the time we had a bluejay that lived inside, in a cage but on my shoulder most of the day (it went back in it's cage to potty). I had to cut twigs that it would hold between it's toes on the wooden perch & bam-bam with its beak to keep the beak in shape (seems the top part keeps growing if they don't). One day my husband came in all upset because those little trees had all been cut half off & he thought I did it for the bluejay. I went back out with him & pointed out the little rabbit poo all in a row by those trees. End of mystery!
Mary Ann, the 2 clocks I don't know how to change will stay until my oldest son has time. I have a couple clocks in the RV that stay on CO time & I just remind myself they will be an hour off when I go to MO.
Jean, are you finding spring early or is there much difference between the seasons? I really don't know since most of my trips to FL & the south has been in winter. Flowers everywhere during the winter~ but one trip was extremely cold. I'd like to be there right now, bet the allergies would disappear. 8)
JeanneP, the wind changed so maybe some of the fires can't find anything they haven't already burned! The farmers are in bad trouble with no hay left for cattle & lots of cattle burned. Kansas lost a lot of farmland and houses.
All these fires over the years have caused lots of people raising horses to get out of the business.
My Texas daughter did. Had to give some away. We always had a large auction of horses here . Not had inlast two years . Last had 127 for sale , 4sold. Found some abandoned out In fields across the states.
Hate typing on iPad. So slow. Need to turn desktop on. Sitting here ,lazy morning. To cold yet too out.
I think I'll change a couple of important clocks so I get up on time tomorrow. The one beside my bed and the one in the bathroom where I'll set the alarm. I may see things through my eyelids after I get up, however.
Mary Ann
I will change the clock in the bedroom and bathroom. Those are so easy. Just push a button. Rest I just leave. Never use the MW one or the kitchen. I can see the living room one from the kitchen. Computer and phone change auto. Will stay until about 7pm now before going dark. I like that.
Hope we don't get the snow they were saying was coming last night and today. Not here yet. I even was able to get a good walk in today. Feel better for it.
Shirley, Larry and I were bothered with allergies when the trees started budding. The rest of the year isn't bad. The locals say we have had a warmer than usual winter this year. There is one strange thing that happens here. For several weeks in the spring we have occasional flights of termites at night. Last year we had only been here about a month and I found 20 or 30 dead termites around the bathroom sink. We have a skylight over that area and they followed the light which had been on. My daughter had warned me this might happen but I was still surprised. After that we were careful to keep the light off as much as possible for a couple of weeks and it only happened that once. We've lived a lot of places but never heard of this before moving here.
Was going to kid about sun dials, looked it up and surprised there are some you adjust.
Had termites years ago, treated and none since. They were in the ground and got into the basement. Now I do get those darn stinkbugs, and they like the light and heat. Have to get on a ladder to remove from my kitchen ceiling light.
Already I have had ants in the bathroom. Sprayed and put traps down and seem to have gone.
Already a mess on my Porch with darn birds making nests in gutters. It is the kind were can't put in gutter guards. I have some wire things in there but they nest right above that. anyway I climbed up and put Moth balls all along for 20 ft. So far seem to have left. It was a mess that I had to clean but after cleaning I don't see any thing dropping down. Will get some more moth balls.
Fill all the openings.
Jack, we have recessed lights under the eves of the house & porches front & back, "dusk to dawn" I discovered after Cas died. I put LED lights in all of them, 8, I think, that fill up with bugs more often than I like. I thought they wouldn't be any trouble since the bulbs are supposed to last about 20 years... but the bugs fill up in months!! Don't know how they get inside, hard for me to pull the rims down to remove the glass, clean bugs out & put back. Nice to be able to look out any window at night & see if anyone is lurking. ;) I wonder if putting a mothball or 2 in each fixture would keep the bugs away? LED lights don't get hot ("they say"), wonder if it would do harm..... The Dollar Tree had boxes of mothballs (everything a dollar)... & I find they did the trick to keep critters out of the berm. Haven't had to do it again.
Jean, we used to get those termites in the pool when we had baby ducks to raise... since nobody went in the pool I would take the ducks out first thing in the morning & they'd zoom around catching all the bugs. They loved the pool, would ride the vac hose when I cleaned. I have not noticed the termites in years, wonder if because some of the neighbors had those "pods" of poison buried all around their houses.... we had our house treated a few years after we bought but never again! So far we haven't had any bugs in the house, find dead spiders in the basement sometimes.
When we had a Chinese pagoda tree in front it would be covered with those black bugs that have a red stripe. Covered the tree & yard... icky things~ Tree got hit by lightning, we cut it down & no more bugs.
Bedtime for me. I need to get up about 5:00 am to feed cats, have a couple pieces of toast for me so I can take my weekly aspirin (only pill I take.. my blood thinner) & be ready to leave the house a few minutes before 7:00.
Ah, JeanneP, I see you found another use for mothballs. We had house finches that built over light fixtures & other places on the house so one year I put out a feeder with one panel off, put a few twigs in it & they built a nest & raised 2 sets of babies that summer.
Vanilla-Jackie, thanks so much for your kind words. I am at home now. But this time it takes a long time to recover my health.
Sato we miss you, and hope you are able to occasionally post and if not getting around post some of the beautiful photos you have already taken. Take care.
SATO...
...thank you for replying...your health is paramount and must be put first...take you time, our " photo slide room.." will be here waiting for you when you are ready to participate again...
Posted a few tree photos and Jean recalled this slide show and fortunately still have on Vimeo, Check it out full screen.
https://vimeo.com/88384068
JACK WV...
...I can see why Oglebay is your favourite dog-walking spot... :) just wish we saw those many golds, oranges and reds over here in UK...
Jack, I remember seeing this before and loved the different leaf colors. I'm happy to say that in Michigan we do have lots of oranges, yellows, bright reds, dark reds along with the greens of the fir trees.
I also remember having to learn this poem in grade school but I don't remember what grade. I was able to sing along with the video, however, I had some of the phrases misplaced or lost.
As Shirley said three years ago, it is a favorite poem of mine too.
Mary Ann
Jack, I, too, remember seeing this before. And, it is still a beautiful video. Thanks for sharing it again.
Joy
Jackie, Mary Ann and Joy thanks. We have been quiet in here, miss Sato and Sachiko.
Jean may be time for you to post several of your old timers. (not Larry, the videos ;))
Jack, on Trees, who was the singer? I had the thought along the way that it was you, then an orchestra played and I decided it was not you. If not, maybe Dennis Day? Kenny Baker? Both sang with Jack Benny and were tenors, as I believe you are.
Mary Ann
Jack, that was just beautiful, I had not seen it before. Thanks for the posting
Mary Ann guess I am a tenor but never sounded like that. Had to look it up, giving the link and see that Bob McGrath was a regular on Sesame St.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jW1SY09cQhQ
Jack, I have a problem today, my Windows 10 computer says "This Build of Windows 10 expired on March 18, 2017. Locked up! I can't get anything to work.... like a virus & I am afraid to call the number listed in case it is a virus. I'm on the little 12" laptop & having trouble reading print, need to take it to another room/table. Andy is out camping so can't ask him what to do. Love your Trees! :tissue:
Shirley I take it you can get in here. Go to this link, it is Microsoft. I went to the bottom of the page to contact then arranged a phone call I let them take over the computer and they solved a problem I had - no charge. Reboot your computer and see if problem is gone, not sure if it is a scam, but the link I am giving is Microsoft.
https://www.microsoftstore.com/store/msusa/en_US/cat/Answer-Desk/categoryID.63433500
On the link, don't buy anything, use the button and confirm no charge.
Jack, I think Shirley said she is using an XP computer, not the one with Windows 10. I think it sounds like a scam.
Mary Ann
All's well..... #2 son came by & offered to cut down my pampas grass.... he does computers for a large company & travels the world for them teaching how to use programs he designs (or something). He knew what to do on the keys so fixed me up. He said he'd never heard of this scam or problem so I showed him all the information about it on Google.... but nothing I found said it was a scam. It is working fine.
I will probably need to wait until early morning to see the videos..... son couldn't believe how slow my internet is this time of day, especially Saturdays.... I tried the faster internet but couldn't tell the difference so figured I may as well not pay for something I don't get!
Mary Ann, my 7th grade teacher had us memorize poems like Trees, The Bells, etc.... and then the art teacher came & had us create a painting to go with which ever poem we chose. Before it was over I memorized all the poems, only one required. We really had a good elementary school & teachers.
Haha.... I thought I'd try the link & got to see it ....again! I left the same thought about it when you first showed it as in here just now. Love the photos & music!
I need to feed cats & think I am going to bed early. Since the kids are out camping & gr-son & family visiting her parents in another state.... I'm going to sleep in & go to the 1:00 pm Mass. I have to get up early for the sprinkler guys to come Monday morning. I get my most restful sleep from 4:00 or 5:00 am until about 9:00 and have not gotten those extra hours in since having the flu for a month & then allergies since. My resting heart rate is back in the 80s again, with plenty sleep I had it down to 60s. Sweet dreams to all.
Shirley, my grandmother lived with us the last seven years of her life and she died at age 92. She could recite poems she had learned in school; had a remarkable memory.
Mary Ann
Thanks for reposting, Jack. I love that video. The colors are beautiful.
This is a video 'Birdseye View" filmed in Destin/Fort Walton Beach on the Gulf. Destin is about 4-6 miles from us across the Mid-Bay Bridge. We have a lot of local stores here but to go shopping or Lowes/Home Depot we have to cross over the Choctawhatchee Bay on the big bridge.
https://www.vimeo.com/209949290
Jack. I also just love that video. Its a keeper. Nature is fantastic. Seems like half the world has been destroyed now in a lot of countries all the beauty they had has Gone. You see places like that Video and makes one sad. Soon you will be out there again. Bet you can't wait.
It is 74 deg. here right now and feels so good.
Jean. Looks like those few people had the whole area to themselves that day. How lucky you are to have sights like that to see every day.
My mind is made up now. Have to get down to that area this year and spend some time.
Jean that is a beautiful area, show us more.
They didn't have sports like that when I was young. I'm sure it must take a lot of practice to be that good. The sand on the beaches in this area is unusual. It looks like white sugar and feels different on your feet.
Jean - I like that video. What a beautiful area you live in . . . it looks so clean and modern. I've never been to Florida, but would sure love to see it!
That is amazing, Jean, I would love to hang glide but NOT over water. I have a fear of water & always have. I don't recognize the area at all from when we were there, must have been about 1999 or 2000. Think it was the first trip south with the Rialta. We found a state or county campground that was really nice, and saw lots of waterlilies, big fields/lakes of them. Did not seem to be far outside of the city of Ft.Walton Beach.
I had found online a place that was supposed to be a replica of Monet's garden, it was closed and a ruin when we finally found it, but still had a sign on the door for sale some kinds of seeds. We didn't find anyone to talk to. Can't find anything that looks like what we saw, but there is a photo of the house we walked behind to see the "bridge" and all. Had dead potted plants at the each end of the bridge. I was really disappointed since I hoped to take photos to paint. Looks like someone has remodeled the place for weddings.... Anyway, we did find a campground not far away that was very nice. http://www.visitsouthwalton.com/listing/monet-monet (http://www.visitsouthwalton.com/listing/monet-monet)
Mary Ann, my father lived to 95 & his mother to 96 and they constantly checked to make sure their memories were not slipping. I have a box of little note pads that my gr-mother had written birth dates, president facts she had memorized, and Dad would pick up & recite any number of the classics we had to learn in high school. My gr-mother was born in 1871 and Dad in 1898, only one of my kids inherited their type memory. Sure passed me by. :crazy2:
Surprised I did get to see the video on a Sat. night....
Larry and I went to the park this morning. A beautiful day and a nice pleasant breeze. We were surprised to see the big barge unloading gasoline to the terminal for our area. We had never seen it before so thought we would take a few photos.
https://vimeo.com/216742565
Lovely picture, beautiful day in Niceville (or perhaps nearby), FlaJean!
Thanks for sharing.
SCFSue
Jean and Larry your usual great work, show us more. Love that name "Niceville" The barge was huge would keep me in gas for 20 years.
Thank you Sue and Jack. This park is in Niceville on the Boggy Bayou which flows into the Choctawhatchee Bay. We've been there several times but had never seen the barge. It was really long and I imagine held a lot of gasoline. Don't know how long it would take to transfer to the tall tanks that were across the road. The weather was so nice there by the water.
That is a huge barge, Jean & such a nice area! I was talking with someone not too long ago & they were explaining that barges and ships that carried oil had to have such thick hulls & more than one if I understood right, so they couldn't leak into water if damaged. Great show. I can't leave messages on Vimeo until I find my password again. Always something ~
I didn't make this video but it gives an idea of what this part of Florida is like. I was raised just a few blocks from the Hampton Roads so like being near water. (Just hoping we get thru the hurricane season without a hurricane 😀) Jack, we aren't trying any of those flips.
https://Vimeo.com/146170814
Beautiful water, Jean, and as much as I love the beach, that is too crowded for me. I guess ok if your young and adventurous, but I don't like to be that close to the next person.
Love the blue water, tho.
Thanks!
Joy
Jean that was wonderful. Clear shallow water. Would love living near and watch out for the hurricanes.
Jean, that's an awful lot of water! I much prefer your videos of surrounding areas.
Mary Ann
Jean. So lucky to be able to see the ocean all the time. I was raised close enough in UK that could get to see it also. Still do not like living inland here in Illinois where only time to see water i in Chicago.
Not much going on in this forum these day. How I miss many of the people.
I will post this part of Indiana. That Sharon had in Facebook of her State of Indiana. At least I am close enough to visit some of their great place. Every State has things to be proud off. Sharon. Saw your posting in Facebook. I only have seen 3 of these place. Going to start making more short trips into Indiana. Such a great State and use to go often until my friend passed away. Lets post it here. Maybe get some to visit.
Indy has curving roads that I like. not as flat as Illinois http://www.onlyinyourstate.com/indiana/best-day-trips-indiana/
I will put it over into the Photo forum also.
JeanneP Indiana looks great to me, good group of photos.
Jack. Yes. People make fun of Illinois, Indiana thinking to flat and nothing but fields of Corn, Beans all summer long. Both of quite a lot for Tourist to see really.
Just no Ocean.....
Jeanne, I've been to several of those Indiana spots mentioned. Jim and I would always go to the cheese factory and we'd always buy a couple kinds of cheese - maybe more. Probably because it is mentioned more, and not included, is Shipshewana, which is east of Middlebury. South of Shipshewana is a Hudson car museum. At Nappanee is the Amish village. Over near the IN/IL state line is the home of Ernie Pyle but I believe that is closed now.
One time heading for Indps, I was going to take IN15 and when I got to it, it was closed for construction. A sign gave the detour which I took. I drove and drove and drove and didn't see the detour (found out later I didn't go far enough - to Elkhart) so I turned around and went to IN13. I don't know how far I went before that road was closed because of construction. I hit one more piece of construction with a detour. I think I got to Indps an hour late, but I had taken time to call Jim to let him know what was happening. I felt I had driven all over northern Indiana before I finally got on state highways that were not under construction. I love to see Indiana because it has so many scenic and historic places. Jim and Joan (my cousin) used to make sure I saw something different every visit.
I haven't had the opportunity to travel in Illinois, nor will I now. My mother's sister and family (cousin Joan) lived in Downers Grove for many years.
Mary Ann
MaryAnn, the mention of Shipshewana brought back some great memories.
When my husband and I were campers, we took a trip out to Indiana to go to the HUGE 2-day flea market at Shipshewana,, At that time, we had a craft business and somewhere while doing craft shows, someone mentioned the flea market there. Wow ! what a place. We found so many different kinds of crafts that we bought to bring back home to make. We also visited a lot of the Amish villages. Went to a Blueberry Festival in one of those towns. Went to Nappanee, and Middlebury. I am thinking that the Blueberry Festival was in Middlebury, but not sure.
At the flea market, we bought a long wooden bow! Maybe about 2 or 3 feet long. My husband made a few for one of our craft shows and they sold so quick. Nobody in our area had ever seen them. I am sure over a couple years he made several hundred of them and they sold out every show we did. Then, over the next couple years, different crafters started making them and the idea eventually faded out. Some he just stained and others I would decorate with a flower arrangement. A couple years ago, I found one at a local thrift store, and thought maybe it was one that he had made, but it wasn't . I had to buy it just as a keepsake. Most of the crafts I made, I never kept many for myself. We were able to buy a lot of craft supplies out there, also. It turned out to be a very profitable trip. And, we could deduct some of the expenses for the business.
At one of the Amish restaurants that we stopped at to eat, we saw several Amish girls out in the back of the restaurant smoking. We also visited several big RV factories in the area. Visited South Bend,
In one of those little towns, I found a fabric outlet. I think I went back there 3 different times to buy fabric. That was sure a fun trip. We wanted to go back, but never made it again. But that flea market in Shipshewana was really something to see. It was so big that even with it being open 2 days, you couldn't see it all.
Thanks for the memories !
Joy
Iwould love to visit the cheese and chocolate factories. Years ago we visited the Hershey factory in Penn. and that was interesting. Every state has its own beauty and interesting places.
Joy, Yoder's in Shipshewana carries a large assortment of fabrics. It's kind of "if you can't find it there, you don't need it". The store carries a lot of things other than fabrics, but I think few of what they carry are Amish-made. It still is fun to be there because so many Amish come in with their horse and buggies. When you are on the roads, you have to be very careful because there are so many horse and buggies on the road and they have only one speed. It is not unusual to read about accidents involving cars and buggies. We have an Amish community north of us and we read about accidents there too.
If you are familiar with Vera Bradley bags, they are made in Fort Wayne IN, but they are sold at a restaurant in Shipshewana - and I can't think of the name but I've eaten there a few times.
At Nappannee Jim and I took the walking tour and ended up in a typical Amish house. When we got to one of the bedrooms upstairs, there was an Amish woman working on a quilt. We were the only people there for some time and we could talk with her. Finally, I mentioned photographing and she said she could not pose for a photograph, but there was no rule against my taking a picture while she was working. So I did. She was a delightful lady but when others came in, we left.
I've seen a lot of covered bridges in Indiana. One, at Moscow, was destroyed by a tornado several years ago and was rebuilt. Credit was given to the original builder of the bridge, but also the builder of the new one. Another, at Gowdy, we would have to drive off the main road to get to, but I loved to see it and ride through it.
Jim was born in Milroy IN, a very small town (if you blink, you miss it) and we would go there every year. Even his son Tom takes me there. We usually visit the cemetery, but always eat at the Takshemoka (not sure about the spelling, but I'm close) restaurant. The house Jim was born in was on the parking lot of the restaurant and Jim would always point that out to whoever might be interested.
I guess I got carried away about Indiana, didn't I?
Mary Ann
MaryAnn, No, you certainly didn't get carried away. I love hearing about all the kinds of things you mentioned. I don't live too far from Lancaster, which is a lot of Amish stores, markets, etc. I was always thought that that area was a big Amish community, but I was really surprised that the community in the area of Indiana where we were, was even bigger. We were surprised when we went to the RV factories, that most of the workers were Amish. We had taken a tour, and I questioned the lady doing the tour, how come they were all using the power tools. She told us that as long as they didn't belong to them, they could use them. A little odd, I think. One time we did do a tour in Lancaster, and in one of the sewing factories, there were tubes and tubes of of pipes covering the ceilings. These were air hoses supplying the power for all the sewing machines, since they couldn't be using electricity.
The place I went to for the fabric was in a factory outlet, right in the factory. And, it was one of those places where you could find any kind of fabric you needed.
I know that the Yoder name is a very common Amish name. I am pretty sure I have been to several businesses up in Lancaster that had the name Yoder.
I just heard not too long ago, where it was ok to take pictures as long as they weren't actually posing for the picture. And, we have been behind an Amish buggy with no way to get pass them. Most of the time, tho, if possible they will get as close to the edge of the road to let people pass.
We had a friend years ago, who was a Dunkard lady. Not near as strict as the Amish, but she wore her little bonnet and drove a car. Her father was a Dunkard preacher. She had some of the similar rules of the Amish.
I always enjoy hearing about different nationalities and their customs.
Joy
I have gone over into Indiana lots of Time. Never missed the Covered Bridge Festival every year. Now its been about 4 years since I have even crossed over the Ill. Ind. border.
As I live very close to a large Amish area here then I am use to seeing them but keep meaning to get over to Shipshewana. Indiana. I hear it is a great area for shopping.
Now my 2 daughters and I stopped in the Amish areas of Pennsylvania thinking would enjoy the Amish Areas. Very Disappointed . Very commercial there. I enjoyed the Hershey Factory and would really love to live in Hershey. Of all the area in the USA I have seen that has to be the one I would pick. All that Hershey has done and still doing for the are is unbelievable. It is a good trip all through the East. Would like to do it over. Grandaughter lives in Connecticut so will most probably head there soon.
Joy, a lot of the people who work around northern Indiana are Mennonites, an offshoot of the Amish. The girls who wait on people in the Nappanee restaurant in the barn are Mennonites. You can tell them by the fact they wear pastel colored dresses whereas the Amish girls are more likely to be dressed in dark colors. I too had heard that they could use electric tools as long as the tools did not belong to them. They also can ride in a vehicle owned by someone else and use a phone; I don't know how they manage with so many cell phones today. I think up by Big Rapids is a store that carries Amish-made furniture. I have not been in it so I don't know if the Amish run the store or not.
Mary Ann
MaryAnn, we go to a big Farmers Market and there is a big outdoor area where they sell every kind of anything made of wood for the outdoors. Sheds, children's playground equipment, picnic tables, out houses, etc. And it is Amish people that own it and sell the items. This same group of builders built a 4 or 5 car garage for my son. They would have a driver bring them to the job site each day, and pick them up to go back. They must have had some non-Amish workers who owned the tools that they used. My son said he could not get a local builder to do as good a job as these Amish workers for the price they charged. They do excellent work. And, it only took a couple days to build. It is a beautiful building. Almost as nice as their house.
And, yes, I am familiar with the Mennonite sect. And, I know they are not as strict.
Joy
Joy, I have heard too what good workers the Amish are.
Mary Ann
Over the years we visited Lancaster and Hershey several times, the Pennsylvania Dutch country. About an hour away in Ohio is the Amish area - Sugar Creek, Walnut Creek (with a Yoders store), Millersburg and stopped at an old Amish Antique store in Charm, that had no electric, it was lit with gas lights.
I once had the Amish build a large shed for me, they had a big new truck, and the latest equipment. Offered to feed them but they only wanted a glass of water and did not want to come in to use my bathroom. They did a great job.
Another group, the Mennonites have a large University in Harrisonburg, near my daughters.
Must offer this little joke. Have you heard about the Amish Girl that had 3 Mennonite, and they drove her buggy.
Jack. I bet you have known that one for years.
Good one, Jack. Really punny.
Mary Ann
Jack, cute joke !
You must have had the same group that built my son's garage. LOL My DIL remarked that they only would take some water and she, too, wondered where they went to the bathroom, as they wouldn't use their bathroom, either.
Joy
Maybe they wore the "motorman's friend".
Mary Ann
Now I wonder why they couldn't use your bathroom. I have seen them working around town. I know that people have them working in their home building new kitchens and bathroom. I also see them at the clinics waiting for Dr. Appt. Next time will have to watch and see if they go to the restrooms. Going to have to find out.
Now I see their pants are made different. Wear suspenders and they button up to the top. No fly opening. would have to pull down. I am curious now.
(I need to get a life)
A beautiful Mother's Day, only a little windy.
Jack :2funny:
Joy, my neighbor across the street last year bought a Amish shed, and they delivered it, put it together. The only thing they arrived before 6 in the morning. You are not suppose to start any thing noisey till after 9AM here in the park. You are not suppose to mow your lawn after 7PM, or mow on sunday.
It does seem that all the Amish get up early. I have left home driving south really early and they are out farming soon as sun up. I suppose they go to bed early also as they don't have Electricity in homes. Just lamps. No TV for them. I heard that some do now have a Mobile phone for emergencies. Phone sheds are what they use around here which means you have to go out in Winter to use them.
Soon they will be getting some of this Technology that doesn't need to be plugged in to power. You can bet the young ones will. I caught them once playing a Guitar and drinking beer. They do have a period when about 16 I think were they can get out and about. So to make up mind what they want to do.
JeanneP I took a look into google and came up with an interesting, and not long, piece on the Amish. Worth a look.
https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2014/08/15/amish-ten-things-you-need-to-know/14111249/
Jack. Their population sure did grow fast. That is now becoming a problem. We have it in ours . Quite a lot of them but the thing is that the families so big that when it comes to getting married as so many are cousins and so what is having to be done is send some of their sons out to other states and same with the girls so that the bloodlines are not first generation. Getting so many marrying 2nd cousins. That has to have gone even years ago. Get so many with the same Surnames around here.
Very seldom have I seen them in Europe other that in Switzerland still some.
Seems such a long time since I last went anyway where I took my camera along but, I was reminded within 10-15 minutes to spare ( although luck had, it left an hour later than advertised...) so with just a short car drive to our chosen viewing stop off, ( we could have ventured further to the coast, the touristy part for a closer view, but my walking as you know, is not good, and I am worse amongst crowds...) but surprisingly between the hours of 7 & 8.pm, this place which can get very packed during the day, was surprisingly empty apart from the odd dog walker or back packer...the car park is the entrance to the well known Smugglers Inn Restaurant, a place I sadly cant get down to, far too steep, but...the overlooking sea from their car park was well worth the journey to see the first ever visit to our shores of Portland Island, a road to Island journey from Weymouth, where the cruise ship.....the Disney Magic had docked for the day in the port, and was soon to be taking off on the rest of its journey...I believe this cruise trip includes " Port Canaveral, Florida to Copenhagen.."
Well with the help of binoculars and camera zoom, I managed to put together something watchable...
First link is to story, our local paper...
Second link to my photopeach clip...best watched in full screen...
http://www.dorsetecho.co.uk/news/14429665.Be_our_Guest_as_Disney_ship_docks_on_Portland_s_Whole_New_World/
https://photopeach.com/album/u93wbb
Jackie that was great. Like your choice of sounds. What a beautiful area and impressive ship.
What a beautiful area. Enjoyed your video. Would love to be on that cruise. Enjoyed hearing the sound of the waves.
Jackie, so nice to see you back here. You have been missing for a while. I hope you are doing well.
What a beautiful area. Too bad you couldn't get down the steps to the restaurant. I wouldn't have been able to do that either. But, such a nice view from where you were. That is exciting for a Disney cruise ship to come to that port. That would be quite a trip across the Atlantic Ocean on a Disney ship.
I am with you, Jean. I would love to do a Disney cruise, even without any little ones. I have only been on one cruise and would love to go again. Anywhere would be fine. I would love to be able to use my passport, at least, one more time.
Thanks, Jackie, for sharing your visit. Just nice to hear from you again.
Joy
Jackie, it has been some time since I used Photo Peach, nice program. I was going to do a slide show with photos of Mimi. She has been with me now for 7 months and you can bet I have lots of photos. I kept her name and recalled this old song. Unable to put on Vimeo since doubted they would accept the music. That is not an issue with Photopeach. So here it is.
https://photopeach.com/album/7mxjt7
Really enjoyed that video, Jack. Perfect music to go along with it.
Jack WV...
...yes it must be seven months now, it is six since we lost our darling Benji...how your Mimi has come a long way during these past months with you...I vaguely remember not much smile when she was first shown to us but...what a change in her now...she is all smiles, and much much more...
I so enjoyed the video but, whats with the " Old Guy " ;D I was thinking how young you both look since you got paired up...
Jack, FlaJean, Joy...
...thank you for your comments...Joy I hadn't left S& F's, I just post in here, and photos, as and when...but thank you so much for your kind words, they really are appreciated, re, missing me, and missing my posts...
Well, Jackie, I am furious at my computer because it won't let me see your links.... says I need to install Flash since it comes with the Chrome browser I use. But after more than an hour trying to understand "their" directions, still can't find what their help site shows. Glad to see you post, been quite a while & I was concerned about you. Glad to see you back!
Another day of working on the sprinkler system, making sure the pool chlorine is at the perfect level so the water sparkles... and trying to keep up with 4 cats. Mama Callie has decided to hang out with the other 3, so she comes inside for meals & snacks when they do. She is such a sweet & gentle cat I just can't close the door in her face..... when she eats her last meal of the day she goes into HER garage. Keeps me busy. Be glad to get all the house chores taken care of, always do double time in the spring, but this year has been over the top.
Jack, I had a phone call so haven't tried your link yet.... must figure how to install Flash... hate Windows 10 because I used to know how to change settings & download what was needed.
Need a nap but haven't fed anyone but Tommy.... he is always ready for a meal. During the winter they want their supper about 4:00 pm but they have been waiting later & later as the days get longer. Got to take care of them before tackling this computer & Flash! :knuppel2:
I've gone through the steps to download Flash 3 times, do everything it says but still get the pop up when I click on your links for Photo Peach, that I need to download Flash!!! I am not going to fight it any more tonight. Tomorrow,tomorrow.......
Shirley...
...maybe a daft question but, do you already have " flash? " ( I am assuming so, since it is telling you, it comes with your Chrome browser, ) if so maybe it has been disabled, you need to then enable - activate it, as mine recently was when I couldn't see nor play Jacqui Lawson cards, when previously I could, as I too am with Chrome...Even that took me a long time in fathoming out how to do it..or maybe you already have flash but it just needs updating...I am not a computer genius, only wish I was..maybe someone else will come along and advise you...I would sure not like you missing everyone's videos..
Jackie, that is the problem.... this does have flash & says it is disabled.... but I go through all the directions and still can't find how to activate it again! I know I have a mental block about finding settings & how to do things with Windows 10, but this is ridiculous. I thought maybe a good night sleep would activate my brain but that failed, too. When my son comes there's too many other problems to take care of to mess with computers. Thanks for the sympathy. :tissue: :crazy2:
Shirley...now if someone asks me what did I do, how did I rectify it...I go blank but...I am sure I started off with
1) " Type chrome://plugins in your address bar..."
2) " Navigate to the section labelled 'Adobe Flash Player' and make sure that the link below in blue reads 'Disable' and the box next to "Always allowed to run" is checked. Note: Clicking 'Disable' will disable your Flash, so unless it reads 'Enable,' you do not need to click it. If the box next to "Always allowed to run" is not checked, you will need to make sure it is checked for Flash to be enabled..."
...this info comes via...but please dont do anything if you are unsure...I do not want to mess up your computer... :o
https://cbchelp.cbc.ca/hc/en-us/articles/230637747-How-to-enable-Flash-in-your-browser
Well, Jackie.... here's the pop-up I get when I type that is............"This site can’t be reached
The webpage at chrome://plugins/ might be temporarily down or it may have moved permanently to a new web address."
Now tell me, is this fair to torment an old lady like this??? :knuppel2: :banghead: :thinking:
Oh dear Shirley...guess I too had better not " torment this old lady..." anymore either... ;D
...I cant think of anything else to suggest... :scratch:
Jack, I loved the video of Mimi, especially with the song Mimi.
Shirley, I have Windows 10 and have had no problem with links, however, I am not on Chrome, nor do I intend to have it.
Mary Ann
Mary Ann, that is what my son says as well. He uses Firefox or Foxfire.... I tried & never like changes so have never updated it. My own fault & guess I will have to change one thing or another.
Jackie, not your fault I have such a thick head! Thanks for trying, anyway. :-[
Beautiful day. Did some yard work, then joined my son and neighbor friend for a few beer. Was home at 7 and rushed Mimi to the park. Used the hyperlapse app on the phone, put the phone on the bench next to me, and here is a time lapse of the passing clouds. Check full screen.
https://vimeo.com/219608202
Jack, those are the types of clouds we've had for two days. Absolutely beautiful and so relaxing. Mimi looked relaxed too.
I couldn't help but think of the spectacular clouds that Shirley posts in Kansas. Quite a comparison.
Mary Ann
Mary Ann. Shirleys are beautiful but she gets some mean ones. Mine was time lapse and the clouds were not moving by so fast, just sped up with the program.
Guess what???? I am on Chrome & clicked on your clouds, Jack, and it played! No rhyme or reason but it worked. Now if I could just get it to quit shutting off every time I stop to think (not kidding, seconds).... I have to sign in again & brings back whatever I am doing. Not going to change things, seems this computer has a mind of its own. The old Vista worked with PSP tonight so I could make a birthday card for my "little Troll Doll".... she is 3 today. One problem on that computer is I can't post in here from it... it has lost my login password and refuses to take the one that works on this one. Maybe another update will fix it, I can't fight the wizard hiding in these things. ::) Beautiful clouds, I did get "goose bumps" & a shiver as I watched..... they looked peaceful. Do not know how you do that, which camera?
Jack WV...
...I have seen your clouds over our way before, ( Dorset UK, ) they do tend to get around...
Jackie I love watching the clouds, and some even melt away in the sky. Sat about 15 minutes with the IPhone sitting on the bench. Just petted Mimi and enjoyed the quiet minutes.
Used an app that I believe works on both phones and pads. It is called Hyperlapse. It does the time lapse but also helps to steady movement. Can walk holding the phone and not have all the jerking.
Short and interesting tutorial worth watching, and better examples than mine.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YnqJ2PNVMrs
Jack, beautiful pictures of the clouds. Sounds like you spent a nice relaxing 15 minutes. Glad you had some down time with a beer with your son and friend.
Joy
Joy thanks. I am not into Lite beers, drink the craft beers with higher alcohol content. So I was ready for a walk. One of my favorites comes from Flying Dog Brewery over your way in Frederick Md.
Jack, I know that the craft beer industry is very popular. I really don't like beer that much, except I do enjoy Rolling Rock when I eat crabs. I prefer a sweet wine, mostly like Sangria, but that doesn't go very well with crabs. Last year, I went to a Chico de Mayo party with a friend, and that was my first Margarita. And, it was good.
Hope the sun is shining in Wheeling this morning. Although the forecast is kind of "iffy". So tired of this dreary weather.
Joy
Nice idea with the clouds, Jack. I think I had that app on my phone at one time.
Jean it would be great with the sail boats, after you take the video there is a selection of speeds, they would look like motor boats.
Jack, Grand Rapids has a lot of craft beer places. I am not a beer drinker but do see articles about some of the companies. One is Founders. Some time ago a German relative wrote about going to a festival in Hamburg where there was a Founders booth. He said he liked their beer. I really think Germans like almost any beer!
We used to the the Furniture City and now we've added Beer City as a slogan.
Mary Ann
Mary Ann my granddaughter, 23, now lives near Plymouth Mich. She is happy with the number of good locations and types of beer. She goes with friends and only has a few, up early to go to work as an Engineer in the auto industry.
Jack, I'm glad to hear your granddaughter lives near Plymouth MI. My recently deceased nephew lived in Plymouth for a while and I would drive there to stay a weekend with him and his wife. This was before craft beers but I do understand they are very popular now.
Mary Ann
Was doing some cleaning and Mimi let me know she wanted a walk. I put on her collar, drove to the park, and found I had forgotten her leash. Was going to go home for it, but decided to go to a usually quiet picnic site this time of day. How lucky. I came across 3 vans from Ohio with a group of youngsters. They all wanted to pet her. I asked if any afraid. The adults said no problem. Had Mimi jump from the suv, do a short run and then this. Was better than a walk.
https://vimeo.com/221006848
Jack, Mimi certainly was enjoying herself.
Mary Ann
Jack wv....
...ha ha, look how Mimi is lapping up the attention...how good she is around all those children...not all dogs would have tolerated that but, your Mimi seems to be thriving on it...
Mary Ann and Jackie, she loves people but gets excited around other dogs. She really give me a lift.
Jack, after losing both Zoe and Jessie, Mimi is just what you needed. She is a excellent addition to your life.
Animals are good for us. I would not choose to have a cat or dog at this stage of my life, but I am the caretaker for my great-niece's cat. I would miss him if he went with her and he would miss me for a while until he got used to other people.
Mary Ann
Mary Ann Its good they talked me out of a younger dog. Mimi is a hand full and just hope I get her enough exercise. She has learned to stop at just about every bench along the walking trail. Know I am slowing down and legs get tired but am sure the daily walks are good for both of us.
Jack, the kids really enjoyed petting Mimi and her beautiful coat.
Jean I hit it lucky. The group was from Ohio, about an hour away. They had never been to Oglebay so I told them where to take the kids. I then drove to a Nature Center in the park to check and see if it was free, and if they still had a room with hand puppets. I then went back and gave them the info. Would have loved to see that group with the puppets, but Mimi would not have been permitted in. Just beyond the nature center there is a small lake and playground. Bet it will not be there last trip.
That was nice of you, Jack. I bet the kids really enjoyed the hand puppets.
Jack wv...
...you and Mimi were there at the right moment, just was meant to be...
Up to the park twice Sunday. Starting at 7PM they had a free concert of a group doing some old timers that were favorites of my two. I also liked the two pieces, and did a short video to show the group and the surroundings.
https://vimeo.com/223340537
Jack wv...
...I quite enjoyed that, or to phrase that better, I know I would have enjoyed that free concert....I thought they were rather good, for " old timers "... oh you meant the songs were old timers, not the group...;D
Jack, what a great place for a concert like that. I love those oldies.......".Little Darlin' by the Diamonds " That group did a super job.
We have a little town park right in front of our building here and they are having "concerts" the first Sat. of each month through the summer. But, the music is all this new stuff that the young ones like. I think the September one will be a country group, so that should get some of the residents here out front to listen. And, I think the one for August will be a little older group that, hopefully, will do some of the "oldies but goodies" type.
Looks like those concerts have a good crowd to show up.
Thanks for sharing.
Joy
Love the videos, Jack. I am constantly amazed how well adjusted Mimi is, with every change in her life. It really does give me a "warm heart" to know you both found someone so perfect for each other. Can't get over her handling all the hands hugging & petting her, did not seem to mind at all if they rubbed her fur the wrong way. I've been looking at the old songs of the '40s & '50s, never remember the names of the guys doing those tunes, but have watched their videos in recent years, singing the old ones. I did buy some of the old CDs to play in the car & RV, and then bought a player to listen to them in the house. Can't make me believe what they "sing" today can compare with the music of earlier years!!! I've got to look up my Vimeo password, won't let me leave a comment in there without. :'(
Jack, thanks for the video. I really enjoyed it, but there was one thing wrong--it wasn't long enough!
Sue
Thanks all, I did not tape long, tough to do with people reaching for Mimi, and her pulling to be petted. Beautiful night.
So Mimi was the star of the show?... :)
Jackie, they are polite with the old guy holding her, but she gets all the attention.
Enjoyed your video, Jack. Nice crowd. Love those 'local" summer concerts.
Thanks for the concert, Jack, we don't have any close around here.
Mary Ann
That was a entertaining group. Not youngsters. Got a good crowd. Tried spotting you but couldn't. Thought you would be at the back and could spot Mimi. Suppose you were taking the pictures. Do they have concerts all summer.?
JeanneP I was taking the video, and avoid taking photos of myself.
The Gulf water in this area is just a beautiful green and so clear. If I were younger I would sure be out there on one of those jet ski machines, but at my age I feel fortunate I'm still walking so I'm not complaining. Will just enjoy looking.
https://www.Vimeo.com/225932717
Jean that is very impressive, the clean beach and clear water. Now will look for you and Larry to do some video with the 200
Amazing video, Jean! I'm not a water person but think the jet skis would be fun. Beautiful water & video.
Been a long time since I walked by sea that colour. Think I was out on a cruise. I love being by ocean but not crazy about getting onto it. Maybe in water like that I would do it. Long as I can see the bottom.
did my quick trip to the library. Left house at 4pm and back by 4:40. Just still to hot to be outside. Set now for next 2 days as will still be high 90. Got 3 DVD and pickup up "The Hamilton Affair" for one book. Right now I am in the middle of the book "Margo" Had it out a couple of time but did not start it. It is quite good. Margo was the eldest sister to Anne Frank. in the non fiction book as we know Margo died same time a Anne in the Camp. In this book she lived to escape on the last day. Changed her name, came to the USA and now has a job in a Law office. Not admitting her religion of her life.
Fast reader. I will finish it.
Time to fix fast dinner.
Moe (center, white) plays Mozart at Starbuks 2016
https://vimeo.com/160244640
Moe (blue dress) at a small concert 2015
https://vimeo.com/161781945
Mai plays "Méditation", Thaïs 2013:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lfYVYr6xRzk
Moe plays Mozart "Ave verum corpus" Aug. 2015:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8-HgR4s4Z9c
Atsushi plays Bach at a mini-recital 2016:
https://vimeo.com/159781172
Moe and Mai play at a club of the aged as a volunter activtity 2013
https://vimeo.com/145270943
WOW Aki, so much musical talent in the family. That is wonderful. Did any of the older generation played an instrument?
I also admired their dresses and such a beautiful hair arrangement for Mai. It was a pleasure for the ears as well as the eyes.
Thank you for sharing, you must be very proud of them all!
Aki what a pleasant way to start the day. Such talent in your family, loved all the music and the videos were so well done. Will look for more to come.
What fun to see Aki's grandchildren play the violin. The violin and piano are my two favorite instruments since I tried to learn both of them. All three of the children are much more accomplished than I ever was. The girls are young beauties. Atsushi is a little gentleman. Thank you Aki for sharing their talents with us.
Mary Ann
I had to battle my computer to see the videos but thoroughly enjoyed! The girls are so pretty and graceful to watch. Moi seemed very much in charge of her instrument in the first video, and Mai much more gentle with hers. You know how much I love the sparkle in Atsushi's eyes, and I can imagine him thinking, "I can do this and will be out playing ball soon...." Thanks for sharing them with us.
Aki...
...oh what darlings, all your children are following in the the passion of music and playing instruments - the violin...how proud they must be making you as parents, such talent...they are all a delight to watch and to listen too...thank you for coming back to our forum and posting once again..
Aki. You must spend some great evening and get together when all the family meet. Such Talent. I never use to care for the Violin when I was younger but have learned to love it. Specially when like you girls.
Going to go back to them and listen as I am eating dinner today.
Thank for posting them.
so_P_bubble, jackwv, Mary Ann, Shirley, Vanilla-Jackie, JeanneP:
I was unable to log in a a member of S & F. I re-registered and got a member as new member... I don't know why. Perhaps something happened in S & F while I was away for a while. This time Jeanee Lee helped me.
Thank you for nice comments from all you guys. My thanks.
AKI. We all had to start out showing New Members a while back when something was changed in S and F. Some people have just not come back on. Guess they did not want to bother with doing all the sign up. Was easy enough and Jeanne Lee is always ready to help us in anyway she can.
Video showing some of our stormy weather. We get more rain and storms here than Ocala. We are so close to the bay and the Gulf of Mexico.
https://vimeo.com/226772138
Jean, that would be a sight to see (once) The green sea and dark clouds moving in were beautiful.
Jean, your storm scenes are spectacular. I doubt I've ever seen anything like them. All I can say is - WOW!
Mary Ann
Jean. Those are beautiful to watch. (Lived close in Uk) but so long as you are far away enough so that you don't have destruction. I don't know how people can stand it to see their home just washing away from being to close to the sea area.
I think in UK there must have been a ruling on building as never where homes and things built as close as they are here. Some areas really built right up to the beaches.
Soon you will have the sun shining out again. That is one thing about Florida.
Yes, nature is beautiful but also dangerous. When we lived in Ocala, I was sitting in the sun room during a storm and lightning struck our tree not far from where I was sitting. It really gave me a scare. It stripped sections of bark off the tree and they ended up in the neighbor's yard. I jumped up and ran into the living room where I felt safer without all the windows. I doubt if I was safer but sure felt like it.
Gorgeous video, Jean! Where ever you were, it was a great spot. We also had a tree get struck by lightning & bark landed on our front porch. The lightning went through the roots to the well, followed the wires into the house & burned out VCRs, security system, a whole bunch of stuff, including the submersible well pump. Like dummies, we didn't think to turn it in to the insurance, at that time they would have paid, the deductible has gotten so high only major damage is worth claiming now. Thanks for the show!
JeanneP:
>>AKI. We all had to start out showing New Members a while back when something was changed in S and F. >>Some people have just not come back on. Guess they did not want to bother with doing all the sign up. >>Was easy enough and Jeanne Lee is always ready to help us in anyway she can.
Thanks for your info. Assume there was some policy change in S & F.. Jeanne Lee was helpful. I appreciate her help.
Moe, my first granddaughter (blue dress, center) at a small concert 2015:
https://vimeo.com/161781945
Moe (black dress, left end) plays Grieg’s string quartet in 2016:
https://vimeo.com/156085846
Both shot by me with my Panasonic HDC TM70 camcorder made in Japan.
Moe plays La campanella:
https://vimeo.com/151651884
Shot with Panasonic HDC TM70 camcorder
Aki, I really enjoy seeing your grandchildren play the violin because it seems so many young people play the guitar these days. The violin and piano are my favorite instruments, probably because I tried to play both of them in my youth.
Moe is very talented.
Mary Ann
We have just a few Japanese families in town but at least 9 thousand from China, Korea. They hold many concerts at the University and other places. Many of their children enter the contest or play at the concerts. Most still play the Violin. Most of the awards that are given out at the schools. They seem to be won by these children also. Can tell that things have not changed in the raising of their children. Seems that we are getting a little to lenient with ours. I don't have any close but notice when I visit they are lot more spoiled than even mine were. Times are changing.
You must be very proud of yours. AKI.
Aki, than you for the two videos. Your granddaughter is lovely and a superb young violinist!
SCFSue
Mary Ann:
>>Aki, I really enjoy seeing your grandchildren play the violin
Thank you for seeing the videos and thank you for your compliments. They play are playing the violin just as hobby. Moe is not going to to be a professional violinist or not going to be a pro-musician. I used to play the piano as hobby when young but not now. smile But I like music.
SCFSue:
>>Aki, than you for the two videos. Your granddaughter is lovely and a superb young violinist!
Thank you for seeing the videos. I shot the videos with my Panasonic camcorder.
Just home from he hospital, had another mild heart attack. Feeling a little light headed right now.
Aki, I know you are so proud.
Jean beautiful
Glad it wasn't to serious and you were able to come back home again. Just take care. Most probably give you something that is now making you Light headed. Should wear off. It seems like I can just take a aspirin anymore and get dizzy. Think this hot weather has a lot to do with it. Will be glad when fall gets here.
I post a video after a long absence. So I am afraid I wii be successful or not.
https://vimeo.com/172860089
This is superb Sato - and welcome back :)
These flowers are so crisp sharp, one can almost smell them and the presentation is most original. Thank you for sharing!
That was beautiful Sato. Your wife's photos are a real work of art. The music you chose was perfect to get me going this morning.
Our Sato is back... :)
...love the compilation of flowers but would have preferred slower music and slower motion to have appreciated the flowers better, ( just seemed to go so fast ) but, that is my preference...Both yourself and your wife have a passion for presenting flower clips to the best advantage...a beautiful selection of Roses...
Sato it is so good to have you take the time to post. That was a work of art!
Sato, it is so good to see a post from you. Your wife's photography is outstanding. And you always do such a good job of presentation. Come back soon.
I hope you are feeling better.
Mary Ann
Thank you for your all messages to my posting in behalf of my wife. Pictures were taken by my better half, and the video was edited by myself. See them in a full screen. Thanks so much!!
Sato...
...will you come back some more?...please dont stay away so long...I hope you are feeling more stronger in yourself now, after your health setback.....
Vanilla-Jackie, thanks for your kind words. I hope my health condition will become better and visit here as often as possible.
Larry and I went to the Destin Fishing Museum Thursday. Just a small museum but lots of history. Destin still calls itself a "fishing village", but this is where we go for any major shopping as we are only a couple of miles from the big Midbay bridge. We have a Sunpass but it can get expensive going to and fro. We also go to Ft. Walton Beach occasionally.
https://vimeo.com/229405060
Jean, while I would enjoy the shopping, I prefer the museum. It is like a step back in time. Your covered it so well and liked the music choice. Like your choice of frame for both you and Larry.
FlaJean...
...fascinating, haven't found any fishing museums like that over here...I am assuming, everyone of those fish are now extinct...yes agree, your choice of music went perfect with your clip...
Thanks Jack and Vanilla for your kind words. We haven't been out and about much this summer. It's been hot and rainy all summer. I'm really looking forward to fall.
Jean. That musuem looks so interesting. Now my Texas family always spend 2 days In Destin when they go to Disney World. They have taken the GC. there 3 times in past 4 years. But the whole group will be going to to Destin in March in order to celibrate eldest son 10 year Wedding aniversery. Going to lease a 6 Bedroom house for 7 days. Sound a beauty. I am invited down and think I just may take them up on it. Place sound really my kind of place to visit. Not into been around that big a group. Lots of children fro 4 to 15 but think I can find little places to sneak off to in Private. That museum being one of them.
Great video, Jean & Larry.... nice to see you out & about and bringing us the new videos! Neat museum. I know we were in Destin when we went to Ft.Walton Beach but we never stayed long enough to take a deep breath. I really enjoy seeing "more than the highway signs".....
Outdoor free concert tonight. They were crowed and long walk from parking spot. I just taped a short piece since holding onto Mimi, but a great group.
https://vimeo.com/230388053
Jack, I would love to have been there. Sounded good!
Jean they were great. Our small town does a good job with events, but nothing like your area.
Real short one of deer this evening.
https://vimeo.com/232190495
They are very friendly, obviously used to humans...
Those deer don't mind all that attention. In fact, most seem to just mind their own business.
Jackie and Jean, you just have to pull up in your vehicle and they come out looking for food. I always have Mimi with me so stay back so others can enjoy feeding them.
I'd love to live near enough to visit those deer every day! Nothing like a real "petting zoo" when the animals aren't behind a fence! You made my day, Jack..... and already had a start on a good one. Just got the call that the new great-granddaughter has arrived, don't know for sure the name since they kept changing it every time someone asked. Mom & baby are doing fine and think Dad will recover quickly.
Shirley I know you will not go for it, but would trade all the deer for one grandchild, and a greatgrandchild is an impossible dream.
Jack, my brother doesn't have a great yet, either..... y'all will get your chance one of these days. To be honest, the greats are such fun because we get to see our kids become gr-parents & they are sure they have the cutest, smartest & most lovable babies in the world, and they are no where near as cute, smart or lovable as OUR babies were. ;) And the new gr-parents are sure the new parents are NOT doing as good of a job as THEY did. ::) .....I'm thinking about the trade........ :-\
A recent of Moe playing
https://vimeo.com/227912830
Aki...
...Moe is very talented...you and mommy have every reason to be proud of her...not only does Moe have talent but she is also a very pretty daughter..
AKi, will only repeat what Jackie posted.
Aki, beautiful granddaughter and very lovely music! Thanks for sharing.
SCFSue
Vanilla-Jackie:
>>Moe is very talented...you and mommy have every reason to be proud of her...not only does Moe have >>talent but she is also a very pretty daughter..
She was a little baby. Now she's a junior university student. Incredible.
jackwv:
Thank you.
SCFSue:
>>Aki, beautiful granddaughter and very lovely music! Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for your kind comment.
Recent of Mai, who is a second year high school student plaiying:
https://vimeo.com/227899491
Recent of Atsushi (glasses), who is grade 5 in elemantry school playing:
https://vimeo.com/227907936
Aki
Shot in July, 2017 with my Japanese Panasonic camcorder
Fantastic how they all play so well. Bravo Aki!
Aki, you have very talented and good looking grandchildren.
Mary Ann
Aki...
...to have one talented child within the family is something to be proud of but to have two-three-or four is a blessing....
so_P_bubble
>>Fantastic how they all play so well. Bravo Aki!
Thank you for viewing the video.
Mary Ann:
>>Aki, you have very talented and good looking grandchildren.
Vanilla-Jackie
>>Aki...
>>...to have one talented child within the family is something to be proud of but to have two-three-or four is a >>blessing....
Thank you for your compilemnets. But they just play as hobby, as amature.
Aki
Quick one from this evening
https://vimeo.com/234934748
Jack, it looks as if Mimi is enjoying the lovely day and the fountain at Oglebay Park. You are fortunate to be so close to the park.
Sue
Jack wv...
...now who's that blonde lady you were with? ;D
...I notice, no sign of Autumn as yet, the hanging baskets were still looking healthy, and Oglebay's surrounding greenery...It sure looks an enjoyable place to sit and rest for a while, the fountain, I sure would enjoy it at its Autumn best, when in full orange, reds and golds...
Aki...
...your children are still very gifted to have chosen such " hobbies " whether professional or just " amature.."
Mimi looked liked she was enjoying the scenery. Those are beautiful baskets and I love the color.
Jackie and Jean Autumn just starting to develop. Oglebay removed the flower beds that had summer plants, Next probably mums. The hanging baskets are still in good shape.
Appears to be far more deer this year. The tourists love it.
https://vimeo.com/235834850
So good to see the deer not fearing humans. I wish I could be part of it. Thanks for the sharing Jack.
Do you think these deer would be afraid of Mimi? They could be friends maybe.
Bubble, Mimi was in the car, at the window and did not bark. She sees them across our fence and will run up and bark. Some will run but others ignore her.
Very natural: across your fence is HER territory!
Enjoyed seeing the deer. They were very careful crossing the road. When they have the Golden Retriever get together, I imagine the deer stay away from that area.
Looks like your area are loaded with deer also. We are all big Corn fields, Beans for miles and miles around me . That is when they start running into the lanes and roads with the big machines running. Lots of wood here.
Then will come the Pheasant hunters. Be careful of bullets hitting cars.
After a long time absence, I try to post a video.
https://vimeo.com/237279682
Good morning, Sato.
After your long time absence, you haven't lost your touch for creating a beautiful video. Each rose was prettier than the one before.
So nice to have you back with us. I know we all will look forward to lots more pictures from you.
Joy
Sato, so pleased you took the time and effort to post a video. The one thing better than one of your beautiful flower photos is the slide show of so many.
Have to say, Roses are my favourite flower...
...welcome back Sato... :)
Sato, I'd love to walk through that garden to see the roses. It is so nice to see a video again from you.
Mary Ann
Sato, those roses were beautiful, thanks for posting.
Sato, loved your video. I like the way each Rose popped up with a border.
Thank you so much for your all comments!!!...
Went to the Lion's Park and it was so nice with a soft breeze blowing. It's been so long since I made a video I almost didn't post---not very good. The barge was riding high and empty and heading home after delivering fuel to Niceville.
https://vimeo.com/238326693
Jean enjoyed the tour. See that is just the parks name and no lions, but great shot of the moving barge and pretty sky. Was just going to turn the machine off when your post came in.
I had to try a couple times to see your video/ slide show, Sato, but worth the effort. Beautiful roses. My Peace Rose bush did not do well this year, the blooms would open one day and start falling apart the next, so it was a real pleasure to see yours.
Jean, all I know about barges is from my parents photos and them talking about the ones along the Missouri and Osage Rivers when they were growing up in the early 1900s. The little village was near the confluence of the Missouri & Osage Rivers, lots of history of early America moving west, river traffic from Kansas City to St.Louis and on to New Orleans. The barges were not nearly as large as in your video, Jean, thanks for helping me remember.
Jean, I think your video was good. Don't know why your comment about " not very good". The one of the pier with the fisherman was really pretty. Looks like the moon was coming up in the background. Or, it might have been a light, but it looks like the moon to me. Nice colors on the pontoon boat and the others.
Joy
Thank you for your kind words. We are suppose to have a cool front coming in. October has always been my favorite month, but the last couple of years it has been unseasonably warm. Joy, when you live in Florida you look forward to the winter.
FlaJean I enjoy any photos from Niceville, I had spent so many
happy days there, One year we spent CHRISTMAS with Mark and Linda got back in the car,spent a day at Foxwood stopped by our house in NY and then drove to Niceville to spend New Years with Dennis and Jo/ that was before anything was built on the beach. Then they put in the bridge.
Linedancer, we really like this area of Florida. I imagine it has changed a lot since you were here, but it is still a small town with friendly people.
Our migrating osprey is back, always perches on this pole which is 3 houses east of me. The photo is full zoom, I tried getting closer other years but it has excellent eyes & flies off. I do have a photo of it with a fish in it's mouth, guess it can see them from the perch. Right now the river is muddy so hopefully it can't see all the catfish I've been feeding.
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Beautiful bird. I never saw one, only on pictures.
In Ocala we had many osprey. They made nests on top of telephone poles outside of town.
Jean, thanks for your pictures. It made me feel as if I were down at Gulf Shores and had gone over to the bay to watch the boats.
Sue
We went by the park in ValP (as the locals call it) and took a few photos. The weather is really nice. The sky was beautiful this evening and I had to run out and get a picture. I think there were a few clouds. Will have to post it in the other forum later.
https://vimeo.com/239274685
Jean the name Niceville sure fits. Lovely mix of video and photos.
Thanks Jack. earlier I forgot to thank you, Sue, about the photos comment.
There is a Mullet Festival this weekend but we didn’t have enough energy to do all the walking required. I’m afraid age is catching up with us. :-[
FlaJean...
...did I see a couple of shooting stars at the very end? I replayed it and I am sure I did... :)
Jackie, I hadn’t noticed so went back and looked. Yes there were.
Jean - looks like such a tranquil, uncrowded place to live. I enjoyed it very much.
Marilyne, it is a small town although there is a community college with a first class art center. In fact we are looking forward to a broadway production of “The Sound of Music†on Thursday nightâ€"going with daughter and husband. For the young(er) people who want more night life they can cross the Mid Bay Bridge and go into Destin. We don’t often eat out but occasionally head across to Destin to one of their many nice restaurants and eat with a view of the Gulf.
Posted several photos in another discussion. They were from Phipps Conservatory in Pittsburgh. Thought I had a slide show but unable to locate, so did a quick slide show, photos only, no sound. Check it full screen.
https://vimeo.com/241610071
Jack, that is a fantastic place; such pretty flowers and plants. Interesting walks through the building. Thanks for the show.
Mary Ann
Jack, that really is a gorgeous place. Thanks for showing it.
Joy
Mary Ann and Joy thanks. You had me checking my photos that were taken over several years. Do not know if I will return to The Phipps, but the photos will do. It is just about an hour and a half drive, but I seldom leave Mimi alone for more than 5 or 6 hours. That is not a complaint, we have rescued each other.
Jack, since that had no movie,you could have used Photopeach and had lots of music choice. The photos were beautiful.
Jean I thought of Photopeach, like the program, but seem to recall some had problems viewing it. I will sometimes add music for Vimeo but they do not accept some.
While the music is nice, it doesn't matter to me if the music is there or not.
Mary Ann
Jean and Mary Ann it only took a few minutes to add the photos to PhotoPeach. They do a good job, hope you can view.
https://photopeach.com/album/j06w6k
Jack, the photos were beautiful and the music choice perfect. Really enjoyed it. Will watch it more than once.
I think it is only on the iPad that you can't watch Photopeach because of no flash drive allowed. I watched it on the Mac laptop. I guess I am one of the few that enjoy the music ALMOST as much as the photos.
I tried to play on the computer and a message came up I needed a flash player. Problems with Adobe Flash player, if you do not have best you forget or make sure you are getting it direct from adobe.
Jack, I have my laptop set to Adobe automatically updating the Flash Player. The iPad just doesn't allow use of the Flash Player, but anyone with a PC with Windows shouldn't have a problem as long as Adobe is doing the updates.
Jack, I had a message about Flash Player so I activated it. It seems in the distant past I had trouble with Flash Player and I don't remember the problem now, but I did activate it and all was well. I liked the music but if it had not been there, I still would have enjoyed it.
Mary Ann
Jack, the pictures of the gardens at Phipps are gorgeous. Thanks for this treat today!
Sue
With the change of the clocks, and weather, I am dreading the weather ahead. Sitting at the computer, as usual, I took one photo, a panorama from Oglebay and put it into Windows Movie Maker. Real short one, hope you enjoy, and be sure to click full screen.
https://vimeo.com/241971801
Oh Jack. Those are our BEAUTIFUL HILLS--the ones we sang about in our state song when we were youngsters. I still love that old song--although West Virginia has changed the state song to John Denver's ALMOST HEAVEN, WEST VIRGINIA. We have a few small hills here in Auburn, but nothing like the ones near Birmingham or those in your area of West Virginia. Thanks for posting this beautiful memory!
Sue
Jack, that is a lovely panorama. I enjoyed the music.
Jean thanks and while I lack the views you have in your area, you can see why I never get bored.
Sue I left West Virginia at the age of 10 and did not return till 1960 at the age of 30. Had to look up Beautiful Hills. Now here in my area we only have hills, not mountains like much of the state.
Do not know if I told my story about "Almost Heaven' My granddaughter was with her mother in Paris earlier this year. At the foot of the Eifel Tower, there was an Asian street performer playing the guitar. He tried Almost Heaven, had trouble with the lyrics and my Granddaughter from West Virginia stepped up and joined him. He was pleased as were the tourists.
That is quite a picture - the Eiffel Tower in Paris, an Asian singing near it and a girl from West Virginia singing a song about West Virginia with him.
My memory of West Virginia is when I was older, driving through a tunnel and having to honk to let others know we were on our way, also the view through some wooded area before the trees were leafed out, but dainty dogwood trees scattered in those woods. Well, I also remember my dad showing me the house where I was born, but that's not scenic. We were there in 1950.
Still a lot of whitecaps on Lake Michigan.
Mary Ann
I don’t like mountains or mountain driving unless the roads are nice and wide. But I do love rolling hills.
I'm on the run again but couldn't get the picture out of my head of your gr-daughter, Jack, singing "Almost Heaven"... hope Mom took a video of the moment, what a memory!
Jack, that certainly had to have been a memorable happening. I, too, hope they got a video of it. Like Mary Ann said, it sure does paint an interesting picture. Thanks for sharing that great story.
Joy
Jack, I have been up in the Eiffel Tower and I have a mental picture of your g.daughter singing I bet a lot of Americans stopped and listen.
Cold out so back to the computer. Took a group of photos I had of the Pittsburgh Zoo, used Photopeach so take a look, full screen.
https://photopeach.com/album/178ffsa
Jack, good shots of the animals at the Pittsburgh Zoo. I think the side shot of the tiger showed his markings which I liked. Very distinctive.
Mary Ann
Jack, nice video. Like the idea of the animals being free to roam. I am sure that they are fenced in someway, but nice they have nice grassy area and all the trees around. Almost reminded me of the Animal Kingdom at Disneyworld. Beautiful animals and look so clean and well taken care of, which I am sure they are.
Joy
Out this evening with son and a few friends. Like to have a few Gin and tonic and some "quiet" conversation. The pub was having entertainment tonight and were rehearsing. Kidded that if they took requests I would ask them to tone it down. Am sure the youngsters like it but my choice is still Crosby, Como and Sinatra. :)
https://vimeo.com/243212166
I'm with you, Jack !!!
Joy
I'm with you, too, Jack.
Mary Ann
Larry took these photos with the iPhone yesterday when I was in the library. They are unedited so what you see is what the iPhone took. I just put them in iMovie and added some music. The Christmas lady of Niceville was not able to find any location big enough this year for her display so we don't have the usual display. However, Niceville did a very nice job of decorating around all the city buildings.
https://vimeo.com/246484551
Jean thanks to you and Larry. Niceville lives up to its name. To me it has a small town feel and they do a great job.
Jean, Niceville has a Nice Christmas Display. As Jack said, it has a small down flavor. Thanks for the video and Larry did a very good job.
Mary Ann
Jean, it is a very nice video that shows the Christmas season has been enjoyable.
Sorry absent from this forum a long time,
I need to take more rest for me.
White snow weather will come soon,
Everybody, take enough care for yourself.
Sato...
...what a pleasant surprise seeing a long awaited post from you...time is now 5.40 am here in UK... I just missed you by 35 minutes...Wishing you all the very best at this time of the year...do take care...
Sato It is always good to hear from you. Hope your health is improving and that we will hear from you again soon.
Sato, you take care of yourself, too. It is always good to hear from you so pop in once in a while just to let us know how you are.
Mary Ann
Thank you Jack, Mary Ann And Sato for your kind words. I was not well most of November so Larry took over all photo duties, but he refuses to do videosâ€"-says it is too confusing. :). It is very cold here today but nice and cozy in the house where I plan to stay! :thumbup:
SAto, I join with the others welcoming you back, on a snowy day here in NY
FlAJean, The first time I was in Niceville, Dennis had flew in to Fla fro Germany, for a week looking to buy a house in Niceville,as they were going to be station at the AFB as they had had two back to back tours of duties Turkey for two years, then Germany for two. I said you cannot buy a house in a week, we only looked in Blue Water Bay. and of course he found one. I think the only thing in Niceville then was a very small strip mall with two rest. and a couple of small store, Of course no bridge to the beaches, we had to ride around This was about 30 years ago.
Jean, thank you for the lovely video images of Niceville! I enjoyed all the Christmas decorations, but especially the beautiful flowers which were so pretty, especially the red and white ones--were they mini azaleas? Or some other lovely blooms?
Sue
Jean & Larry, such a special treat, thank you both for sharing your wonderful town. I finally found my password for Vimeo so left a message in there.... I am really impressed with the decorations & flowers, great job from the "town folks" and from you two. :clap: :christmastree: :clap:
Thanks for the remarks on my video. I did see your note on Vimeo, Shirley. Looking forward to more of your Colorado photos.
Linedancer, we also live in the Bluewater Bay Area. I’m sure you would be surprised at how the area has grown since you were here, but it is still a small town. I’m glad they built the bridge to Destin. We enjoy going there for occasional shopping and dining out. Just a few miles down the road from Destin is one of those huge outlet malls. I’m too old for all that shopping but my daughter loves going there.
Sue, there were Azaleas blooming and some poinsettias. It is supposed to get down to 32F tonight so they may look so good tomorrow. Maybe they will cover them.
Jean. What a beautiful Job they did. Some places seem to overdo. Your towns perfect. You always seem to find the best areas to live. Library looks so nice.
I am getting to feel better and nice to read S and F again. You all seem to be doing so well.
JeanneP, sure have been missing you, especially in “What’s for dinnerâ€. I thought you might be visiting your daughter. If you have been sick, I sure hope you are doing OK.
FlaJean. Could not leave a message in video,guess I have forgotten my password but had to tell you how much I enjoyed my walk around Niceville. Hope you are well and back on that camera of yours very soon.
Junee, how nice to see a post from you. I hope you are keeping well.
Mary Ann
Thank you, Junee. I’m feeling so much better.
Posting this here because I didn't know where would be better. It's not by me but I thought some might like it.
http://www.andiesisle.com/ourfather.html (http://www.andiesisle.com/ourfather.html)
Rick, thanks that was beautiful. When we sing that hymn I just close my eyes, but will now think of the beauty in the video.
Jean, the video of your town was really nice. I bet it is really pretty at night. Sorry that you have not been well, but glad to read that you are feeling lots better.
I had not been receiving notices from this board,. as I sure did miss a lot.
Sato, nice seeing you here. Your beautiful pictures have been missed. Do hope you will soon be well enough to join in here.
Rammel, that was a beautiful video and beautiful music to go with it.
Thanks to all who have shared there pictures.
Joy
RAmmel, that was just beautiful, thanks.
Rammel that was just beautiful in pictures and sound.
Thank you, Joy. I went back to the library at night and decorations were really nice. Took a couple of pictures but it was too chilly to stay outside.
Rammel...
...so agree, that was beautiful to watch and listen...
Like RICK....not sure where to show this impressive Christmas presentation.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v5mdybeyLVc
Don you have it right, Impressive, thanks.
Not on the level of Rick and Dons posts but wanted to post a link to Oglebays Festival of Lights. I have played at taking video and never happy with it. This is a bit long, 24 minutes but you are able to skip along when viewing. The first part will show the Lights and then some info on this beautiful park that I am so fortunate to be able to visit almost daily on my walks. I have posted many photos over the years but this covers it all.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lZEQlyJRU0c
Jack, I can't believe I watched the whole thing! I also watched the 8-minute presentation that followed. Very impressive and I am sure there are many cities that would like something similar. I know our Meijer Gardens is decorated for Christmas, but I don't think it's as extensive as Oglebay. Most of their decorations are inside the main building. I have never been to Meijer in the winter and someone would have to push me in a wheelchair and I hate to make someone work that hard for my benefit.
I noticed the announcer pronounced it Oglebee, but I would think that is a West Virginia thing. Nothing wrong with it, just noticeable to a mid-Westerner.
Mary Ann
http://www.meijergardens.org/calendar/christmas-and-holiday-traditions-around-the-world/
While I'm at it, I thought I'd put in a few pictures of the Meijer Botanical and Sculpture Gardens.
Fred Meijer (pron Meyer) was a prominent grocer in Grand Rapids. His father started with one store years ago in Greenville MI (about 30 minutes northeast of GR). Fred took over the business when his father died and branched out and now has supermarkets in several states and cities. Fred died a couple of years ago and he had a collection of sculptures that he wanted to display so he created this Botanical and Sculpture Garden. The displays are out in the open and kids are allowed to climb on them. I used to be a member of the Gardens but I am not. By being a member, I could get in free.
The main building houses a gift shop (of course), cafeteria, indoor plants, a tropical garden where in April they have a butterfly show, meeting rooms. There are tram rides, go-carts for people like me (but I've never used one), a Japanese garden, a children's area, a farm. I don't know if it is as large as Oglebay, but I think it is an entirely different concept. I know I'd enjoy Oglebay and I'll bet Jack would enjoy the Meijer Gardens (as would everyone else).
Mary Ann
Impressive and interesting.
Jack, I watched most of it. I can understand why you and Mimi walk there. It is gorgeous anytime of year. Joe Pool Lake in Grand Prairie (TX) has a beautiful display each year. We have driven through it several years but the last three years, we did the "Stroll". It is three miles and you can go as fast or as slow as you want. There were 1,300 people this year which included 18 of us. Angela's two football player nephews took turns pushing me and her mother-in-law in wheelchairs. Like Mary Ann, I don't like being pushed but walking to the mailbox and back is about all I can handle anymore.
Cathie, Angela and I went up to Sulphur, OK (our hometown) for their Christmas festivities last weekend. They really have done a great job decorating the town since we've been gone. The Chickasaw Cultural Center near there has a beautiful drive thru light display albeit smaller than Joe Pool, but I think nicer.
Mary Ann, when I read Jack's postings about Oglebay, I always call it Ogle-bee to myself :). I've never heard it pronounced before.
Mary
Jack, I have seen parts of the video before, but I have it saved to be able to watch the whole time when I have some extra time. Lots of times, when I can't get back to sleep, I will come out and get on the computer. So, that will be something that I can watch on my sleepless nights.
It is such an impressive place. I sure wish I could actually get to see it. I keep hoping and hoping.
Thanks for putting the whole thing here again.
Joy
Mary Ann we all give Oglebay the bee pronouncing. I took a look at your link for Meijer Gardens and went to youtube for a few videos. It is a beautiful spot.
Mary I am sure there are many beautiful spots around our areas, I also like The Phipps in Pittsburgh, but no dogs.
Joy it is worth a look and for you possibly a visit. We locals take it for granted, but I would not be able to guess the number of times I have been there over the past 46 years, with my family and then with 4 different Golden Retrievers as company.
Jack, thanks for looking at the Meijer Garden link. The entrance is off the East Beltline, a major north/south road and they plant "in season" flowers along the road.
Seeing as how I cant get to Oglebay, I'll have to have someone take me to the Meijer Gardens to see the various Christmas trees they have. I think the theme for the trees is one for each country. You do have to pay to get into most of the Gardens, but if someone wants to have lunch, getting to the cafeteria is free. Food is good.
Mary Ann
Combined my videos of Mimi, so far. Take a look full screen.
https://vimeo.com/252273053
Jack. Mimi really enjoys the snow. Such a active dog. I think she understands everything you are saying. Such good company for you.
Jack, Mimi is really cute. Especially running into snow piles. Are these images taken by phone camera?
Jack wv...
...what can I say...Mimi is such a lovely natured girl...looks like she will tolerate anything and everything....and will enjoy every bit of any fuss she gets....she is a delight, so happy...
Sato...
....happy to see a posting from you, are you keeping well now? I so hope so...
Vanilla, I'm keeping well very slowly. Step by step. Thank you for your kind words!!
Sato...
...thank you for replying...keep doing what you are doing...you are doing something right...keep on heading forward...
Who has more fun than Mimi?
Sato, is is good to see posts from you.
Mary Ann
Thanks for your kind comments. Mimi is a joy and the same can be said for my previous three, Kibbles, Jessie and Zoe.
Sato good of you to take the time to post, the videos were taken by both my Panasonic and iPhone. Take care and get back to us when you can.
Jack, what a pleasure to watch Mimi, she seem to enjoy those children petting her. Again our pets are now our children.
Salto always good to see you posting. I know what you mean good health is everything. I know at 93, I just get a little slower.
Jack, sure did enjoy your video of Mimi.
Good to see you post, Sato.
Many posts of messages from you I got. Thank you so much. I'll try to do things for my heath recover. Give me more time.
Sato, just come in once in a while to let us know you're still around. You don't have to post a picture or video, just come here to say "hi". We miss you and care about you. We miss hearing from Sachiko too.
Mary Ann
I've been in & out a couple times every day but for some reason, have not taken time to talk. My daughter was in town for a week & everyone tried to get together nearly every day (she is a ring leader ;) ).... and she loves to have me fix her favorites to eat. She has 4 kids & 5 grands so far, retired this last year & has not slowed down. The only time anyone "does" for her is her old mother & it is so nice to get a chance to spoil her a little. Anyway, I have been reading & clicking the links, sometimes I can get them to work & other times they don't. I've quit stewing about them not working, nothing I can do when the internet provider is at fault.
Sato, have you had any word from Sachiko recently? It has been quite a while since she stopped by, hope she is okay. Glad you are doing better & hope your wife is still taking those gorgeous flower photos.
Thanks for sharing photos, everyone... I do enjoy. Still have not checked the camera to see if any photos taken at the lake a week or so ago are worth saving. Had the most awesome sight of one whole end of the lake covered with floating geese of all kinds & next morning they lifted into the sky, circled around & I thought went out to the fields to eat & be back later, but they must have gone further south since we had a very cold front with ice that moved in over night. Not a goose in sight the following morning. Because of the cats I can not just open a door & step out to take pictures... have to lock cats in the bedroom first, don't want to lose another one that way!
(https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/640x480q90/924/laiIfx.jpg) (https://imageshack.com/i/polaiIfxj) .....Sato, I send wishes and flowers for a most enjoyable day...
Jackie... :)
Vanilla-Jackie, thank you for your kind message!!
Sato...
...you are most welcome...just happy to see you posting or looking in... :)
Belated birthday greetings, Sato. I don't check the calendar of birthdays so I don't know if someone has a birthday until someone else posts it.
I hope your health is improving.
Mary Ann
Sato, I am also adding belated birthday wishes. :hb3: :hb2:
Thanks Jackie, for reminding us.
Gloria D ( Lindancer )...
...since our cardmaking team ( which I was once part of ) came to its end, I still try to keep up with Birthdays and cards as and when....
I'm glad you are keeping up, Jackie...... I am terribly disorganized these days........BUT......
:hb2: :hb3: Happy Birthday, Sato, and Many More to Share With Us! :hb3: :hb2:
Larry and I went over to Harry T's Lighthouse on Harbor Walk for brunch with the kids. It was a beautiful day!!! We walked around and enjoyed the warm sunshine. Took a few photos and thought I would make a short video. I'm really getting out of practice.
https://vimeo.com/user5786665
Jean a great start for my day. A wonderful tour and music. What a way to spend the day.
Thanks Jack. We really had a nice time. There’s a lot of free parking which is nice. And this area is very family oriented. Our temp will get up to 75F today and the sun is shining. Spring is in the air!
Jean, I have to say I envy you that beautiful day. Wish I could get down there one more day. My DIL is always asking me.
Gloria, we are having another beautiful day. It makes me want to go out and buy some plants, but it is probably a little too soon for this part of Florida.
Jean. Its been awhile since I was in Florida. Will be in Destin for a few days early April. One of GS got married there 10 years ago and going to do a Renew Marriage. Hope its warm I need some sun.
Super show, Jean, fantastic place to be! Shirley
JeanneP, it should be plenty warm in April. Just hope it doesn’t rain while you are in Destin. My daughter told me before we moved here that this area gets a lot of rainâ€"-she was right. But today is another beautiful warm and sunny day. ðŸ'
Shirley, I saw your note on Vimeo. Still waiting to see a video of a camping trip. 🎶🎶
Rain and snow all week and today I was out without a jacket. Beautiful day, and walk. No photos but here is our weather and we will probably pay for it later.
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Jack, our temps are in line with yours, only lower. Today is 60, tomorrow 38, then 27, then the temps start going up again to 44 degrees Saturday. Our sixty isn't as nice as it sounds because it has rained all day. We have a flash flood watch until 5 pm Wednesday. What is interesting is the fog; it is in low areas, not necessarily near water. Without sun, the fog has stayed all day. We've lost a lot of snow but I know there is more to come - right around the corner!
Mary Ann
Our weather in Niceville this week. I sure wish the weather icon on S&F worked like it used to.
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Jean. I hope that we don't get rain while we are there. We have all had such awful weather this winter. Both here in Illinois and family in Texas.
Was 64 here today but pouring down and felt like below 35. Will go down below that tonight and rain all week. So much flooding going on in the areas all around here and other towns. I never have problem here as live by the interstate and all good drainage and high up.
I woke up to lots of thunder this morning.... freezing rain, sleet & a little snow & plenty of wind. Lucky we didn't have ice on the trees to break limbs around here but not a good day for drivers. (That is an understatement!") We went from 75° this week to "feels like" near zero. Cats went racing to the door to go outside this morning & Tom stopped, turned around & changed his mind. His mother (Callie) was right behind him & skidded to a halt & backed up.... so I closed the door. Tiger is no dummy, she was sitting on a floor vent & didn't even bother to get up & look out. I took a couple naps to make up for lack of sleep & ready to go back to bed again. Got another round of winter weather predicted for tomorrow.
Larry took a few photos of our birds. They are really enjoying the bird feeders Larry put up, and we are enjoying watching them flying in and out.
https://vimeo.com/260511682
Jean, I'm so glad Larry put up the feeders because they're so interesting to watch. I don't think I've ever seen a picture of the first bird at the feeder, but one with a yellow throat looked like a warbler. If I put up a feeder, I'd have several squirrels at it so I don't, however, I did see you had a squirrel around somewhere.
Mary Ann
Jean, thank you for the great video of your bird feeder. I have a new one this year, plus a new bird house--and so far no birds. I can't figure it out as my son and his wife have been having birds at their feeders for almost a month. They only live about 5 miles from me in the next town. I usually have large flocks of cardinals by this time, but so far none. Most years I've had 2 or 3 flocks fly in, stay a few days, and then move north. I did have a very large red-tailed hawk in my neighborhood recently and perhaps that scared the smaller birds away.
Sue
Mary Ann, the first bird in the video is a Carolina Wren. I don’t think think they are in your area.
Sue, I’m sure the birds will soon find their way to your bird feeder. We saw several cardinals today. The little Carolina Chickadee has been going in and out of the Bluebird house but the little fella is so quick it’s hard to take his picture. :)
How lovely Jean and interesting to watch.
Strange, I never saw feeders in Israel. I wonder why.
Jean that was so interesting, great video and photos. No doubt will keep Larry busy with that camera. You have a nice set up of feeders, and wonder how many squirrels you will attract.
So far we have about 5 or 6 small squirrels, but they stay on the ground eating what the birds drop. Larry can sit in front of the glass storm door and have a good view of the birds. They pay no attention to him but go about their business of eating. We’ve seen the Chickadee go in out of the Bluebird house, but the little guy is so fast Larry can’t get a photo.
Jean, what wonderful pictures, I just love watching the birds from my breakfast table in the morning.
Gloria De, I noticed the brightly colored birdhouses in your winter snow photos. So glad you are recovering and enjoying the birds again.
I just got a current video of my home town in UK. Rochdale. showing the running of their newer Metro System and Trams. I havn't seen them yet. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D2U1LlmrjO0
I took the whole ride JeanneP. You have a nice looking hometown.
I watched the whole thing, too, Jeanne and Jean. A very interesting ride. We don't have vehicles like that in my city and it's too bad.
Mary Ann
JeanneP I enjoyed the ride. It is much like the T in Pittsburgh. Several times I have driven to a station outside town to take a ride and think of the days when Trolleys were the way to travel. Years back I worked in downtown Pittsburgh and very few drove, but rode the trolleys. They are all gone, we have a trolley museum in Washington Pa and possible to take a short ride.
Did you go in it as far as showing the new Metro Trains. Beautiful .Almost like the bullet trains. When there I worked in the City of Manchester and it took me ages to get to work. Now could do it in10 min. I have to get back over and see them. It comes up at the end of the video.
Also what makes it good is in UK over 60s free life Passes and can use public transportation of all kinds between 9am and 6pm
Jeanne, thanks for posting this video. The ride was so very interesting and the country side is beautiful there. I enjoyed riding along with the driver!
Sue
What a thoroughly enjoyable excursion that was!
That ride looks like a long way when really Rochdale is less than 8 miles from Milnrow. Then I it circle back. It's the same going into Manchester the big city. Only 11 miles. One doesn't need to on a car in the whole area. Lots don't.
Jeanne, I enjoyed the ride Thanks
Jeanne yes, I enjoyed that ride. Great trip.
Sato...
...happy to see you, and that you have made a posting ( with the help of your wife )...
...isn't it wonderful that no matter what country we live in, the one thing we find that we all come together on, is our love for colour, for our flowers, plants and trees...This is that time of year when all things that once seemed to be dead, Spring alive again for our eyes to enjoy...
Sato, it is so good to see your post and your wife's wonderful hotography. You did well with the video of those beautiful flowers. Thank Takoko for us; she is a great photographer.
Mary Ann
Sato, so good you were able to post the beautiful flowers and I took a look at several of the slideshows.
Sato, really enjoyed that video. So good to see you posting. 🎶🎶🎶
Sato, I join with all the other friend, Welcome back, the flower and tree video is just beautiful.
Sato, your photos of lovely spring flowers are wonderful--and the music you selected and played really enhanced the images.
Thank you very much!
Sue
Another welcome back, Sato, and many thanks for both of you for sharing the wonderful photos. Your wife has the eyes of an artist for composing the photos, something I envy. Good to see you in action again and hope your health continues to improve. Must ask if you have any contact with Sachiko, she has not been here for a long time. Thank you from Kansas, USA.... Shirley
Shirley...
...I was thinking the same thing, was also going to ask the same question...Sachiko has been missed...
Many thanks for all messages from you. As for Sachiko, I have the same question as yours. She now lives in Hiroshima, far from Yokohama.
Thanks for that bit of information, Sato. She had such a beautiful garden at her house, so sorry she moved, but hope she is well and happy. You both opened my eyes to the "real" Japan, thank you for that.
Yard work is almost finished, so had a few coffee and put a few clips in a short video. They are a few of my walks with Mimi. Believe I enjoy as much as she does.
https://vimeo.com/268414811
Jack, enjoyed your clips of Mimi. She sure loves those walks.
Jack, I'm waiting for Mimi to "tiptoe through the tulips". She is a most enthusiastic walker! I like to see her with the kids because I know she's such a gentle dog.
Mary Ann
Jean and Mary Ann, she loves her walks, and I always share the joy. I had to quit using Tiptoe, Vimeo and Facebook sometimes remove the sound if music is licensed.
Jack, great pictures of Mimi and her friends at the park! Thanks for sharing.
Sue
Larry has been busy taking photos. Thought I would make a slideshow of a few of them.
https://vimeo.com/269391983
Jean, I was surprised to find some birds that we have up here in Michigan - especially a cowbird. I'm glad Larry put up your bird feeder again, even if all of the birds were not at the feeders.
Mary Ann
Jean that was lovely, and Larry continues to do good work. Such a variety!
Thanks Mary Ann and Jack. I finally got my eyeglass prescription after the cataract operations and should get my glasses in about a week. I got some readers from Walmart for $5.95 that have enabled me to read and work on the computer. It’s good that you have Mimi, Jack. She keeps you going, i’m Sure.
A new neighbor moved in next door. A young woman from Wisconsin with two English Bulldogs. Said she was tired of the cold weather. I think she is hoping her boyfriend will decide to join her.
What a nice time in here tonight.... thanks to Jack, Jean & Larry. Great shows and many thanks!
I think we have about half of the birds in your videos, Jean, but the more colorful are not here. Is that the eastern or western bluebird in your area, Jean? Looks like the ones we saw in MO. I saw a mountain bluebird in CO one time (only) and did get a photo of it. We used to see magpies in the campground but have not for quite a few years. Lots & lots of hummingbirds in CO all the time, they migrate through here.
I am so glad to see the Larry's slideshow with variety of bird colors.
Wonderful video, Jean ! I was surprised, also, to see the Cow Bird. I remember when we first moved up to the country many years ago, we had so many birds that I had never noticed before. I had a nice big kitchen window and right away put up a bird bath with several feeds around and got a bird book so that I could identify all the birds. I remember I was so fascinated by the cow bird. Just was a different kind of bird. Not very pretty, like so many we had visit the feeders. Spent a lot of time watching the birds out of my big kitchen window.
Here where I live now, they don't allow bird feeders, saying they attract the various unwanted visitors. Some of the residents that live on the ground level were disappointed when they had to take down their feeders.
Joy
Isn't it the cowbird that lays it eggs in another bird's nest for the other bird to incubate the eggs and those eggs usually are larger than the substitute mother's, causing her eggs to fail I used to feed the birds from my deck and a song sparrow would show up with a couple of cowbird babies. I eventually took away the feeder.
Mary Ann
You are right, Mary Ann. We had a nest of "house finches" build over the light between garage doors. Watched the finches lay 4 or 5 eggs and then watched the cowbird push finch eggs out so hers had room. The pair of cowbirds disappeared while the finch sat on the eggs & fed the babies. As soon as the babies were ready to leave the nest the real parents returned to collect their kids. I could see the feeder from my kitchen window so did everything possible to chase off the cowbirds. When cats came the birds quit nesting so close. I have lots of bird books & enjoy checking out what comes to the feeder, especially during migration. Doesn't take a lot to make US happy, huh, Joy? :) :cheers: Even the birds are looking wilted with our heat... I just hang out at the windows & stay in AC except early morning or late evening.
Joy, I am so happy we are allowed to feed the birds and have and umbrella clothesline, which some parks do not allow. I spend many hours at my dinning room table watching the birds in the bird bath , the feeder also my husband built a lot of bird houses.
MaryAnn, for the last two years I have had a sparrow come with this bird she feed, she has to go high to feed his open mouth. I did not know what kind it was,
Spotted a pileated woodpecker this morning, have not seen one for years. It landed on a light pole, but then took off past me. No time for a photo. Beautiful bird, and do not see many in my area.
In this morning news ---
Ohio County Health Department officials believe the cat in North Wheeling that had rabies probably got it from interaction with a wild animal such as a raccoon or fox, and most likely from ground feeding.
Officials say they understand people like to feed wildlife, but they urge them to stop immediately.
"Whether it's a concern, you're leaving food out because it's been a harsh winter, or you want them around the area, we have a lot of concern that they may bring disease in," noted Howard Gamble, Ohio County Health Department administrator. "Everything from rabies to Lyme Disease with deer, and eventually if we're leaving out water, it could attract mosquitoes and mosquito-borne diseases."
He says if you feed your pets outdoors, just make sure you clean up afterward.
Jack, fortunately I"m not guilty of feeding birds, Kendrick or wild animals outside. I did have a bid feeder many years ago but the squirrels got into the feeders and I finally took the feeders down and have not put them up since. I do enjoy seeing pictures of many different birds at the feeders.
Mary Ann
I hate to tell y'all, but I do feed everything. What ever I have "leftover" goes to critters that live in this area, we've moved into their hunting ground and they are here whether I feed or not. I can't throw food in the trash that animals can eat. I don't make them depend on what I feed, but it might save a bird or other small animal from being eaten. We've done our part by having several "fixed" plus rabies shots & other shots when young.
I called the vet to see if one would come out into their parking lot to give shots to 3 cats, I can get them into the RV but can't take them out in a cage, when we get home I open the side door & they hop out. The cages stay in the RV, much too heavy & awkward to lift up & down the steps. The parking lot/vet office is on a busy street, if they got out they would be killed immediately as they would run into the street. They are past due their rabies shots so I have worried..... office girl at the vet said they couldn't come into the RV to give the shots. I am not sure how Callie would react to the movement of the RV, for sure Tom would throw up just the short distance to the office. You can guess, a subject I've worried about, with a mild winter we will probably have rabies & distemper all over the county, I have to figure a way to get their shots, maybe my son can carry them in one by one for me, when he comes up with a spare day.
Jack, I've seen the pileated woodpecker when camping in MO, but the red headed woodpecker is more common. When we first moved to this house a red headed ran into the fence around the pool & stunned it, never saw another here. We have a western belted kingfisher that has driven me crazy trying to get a good shot of it as it zooms past laughing at me. 30 years I've seen it on the overhead power lines crossing the river at the bridge and it goes up & down the river laughing. I used to ride my bike down to the bridge in hopes of a good shot, but not enough zoom. Now have a camera with long enough zoom but not the energy to ride to the bridge. Maybe later.....
Shirley, we have the Eastern Bluebird. Another blue bird that was in the video is the Blue Grosbeak. We had never seen one until we moved here.
Sato, It is nice to see you posting.
We all put out food for the 3 stray cats we have living around, we figure they will kieep the mice population down. Then we have a huge racoon that come to eat.
Jean, I loved your videos of your birds. Thank you for sharing. Will all or most of those birds hang around in your yard until the weather is warmer or will some of them fly farther north for the summer?
I usually have big flocks of cardinals here in Auburn which stay around for a couple of days and then leave for more northern places, but not many this spring. I have at least one pair of cardinals, maybe two pairs, who are nesting in my fence with lots of foliage. I haven't seen any chick, though.
I can see that those birds really appreciate your feeders!
Sue
Great slide show of the birds. I also am surprised that we have many of the same birds. The Bluebird is our State Bird but I have never seen one here. We do have doves, blue jays, woodpeckers, cardinals, finches, sparrows, and last but not least mocking birds. Currently we are helping the mocking bird raise the latest crop of young ones. They (or he) make repeated trips here for a handout of raisins. They were here last year and must remember. All the others, including squirrels, get chow too. There's beauty in nature :thumbup:
I send you a slide show after a long absence.
https://vimeo.com/237279682
Sato...
...thank you...my favourite flowers..the Rose...of course the fragrant roses are my main choice...Back where I used to live we had a well-known place in Hertfordshire called Gardens of the Rose based near St Albans but, sadly I read it has now been put on the market to sell, so is closed to visitors...I also went there for outdoor live concerts such as The Proms...joining in with the flag waving's to Rule Britannia - Pomp and Circumstance - Land of Hope and Glory etc, etc...we would take along our folded chairs, lanterns, and picnic for the evenings occasion...I remember one concert we went to see live was the violinist Vanessa Mae...this was an Idyllic setting surrounded by a mixture of colourful Roses...
Sato, always pleased to see you post, and another beautiful group of photos.
Jackie you paint a pretty story with your memories of times past.
Sato, it is so nice to see a new video from you. The roses are beautiful.
Jackie, nice memories of past times. Have you found any entertaining places in your present location?
Mary Ann
Sato, beautiful roses. You and your wife are both masters of the camera. We had rose gardens in Maryland and in Ocala, but they require a lot of maintenance and now we choose flowers and shrubs that require very little attention. So I enjoy the photos of those roses more than ever.
Vanilla Jackie, for about 4 years I traveled with several groups to Latin American countries. One of those times, there was a lovely couple from England. I had a baseball cap which I wore to keep the sun off my face with SAHS on front and back. The wife asked me if I were a graduate of St. Albans High School (in England). I told her no--that my St. Albans was a local public school named for our small town which in turn was named for a gentleman who settled there in the early 1800's after moving to West Virginia from St. Albans, Vermont. I think I went down in her estimation as I had the impression that St. Albans near London was a very prestigious school. Never the less, I thought my High School was a good one. After graduation I attended the U. of South Carolina and graduated in 3 years due to hard work and extra hours in classes. It is a small world after all!
Sue
Thank you everyone for your kind messages given to my slideshow. To my regret, I have posted too many files to Vimeo. It seems that I have to delete some sources of them.
MaryAnn...
...no not really...where I lived before was well-known for its Stately Homes...where I live now has none but it does have Castles, yet I have not been taken to any, nor in my state would I be able to get around any...The Stately homes around Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire would be places to put on an outdoor concert, or open their private House and Gardens for craft fairs or open garden shows, of which I had been to several over the years but this isn't the case anymore...
Posted the other video.
https://vimeo.com/169060499
Posted another video that was edited years ago for my memory.
https://vimeo.com/130983425
Sato I watched both slide shows and so beautiful. Nice to be able to go back and view the shows you have kept on Vimeo.
Sato, I viewed both of the videos too and they are beautiful. I think I remember seeing the one done in 2015 with the hydrangeas and the other flowers.
It's good to have you show up every once in a while. I hope your health is improving.
Mary Ann
Sato, enjoyed the videos. Our hydrangeas are just starting to bloom. I especially like the first video with roses. They are favorites but a lot of work to keep them in tip top shape.
Jean, did you have any problems with the storm? I heard on the TV that the Panhandle had a lot of really bad rain. I was thinking about you when I heard that. Hope all is well .
Joy
Jack, Mary Ann, Jean, thank you so much for your kind words.
Joy, we had some rain but the hard rain and wind was east of us. It didn’t even seem like a storm here, and I’m glad!
Jean, I'm glad to hear that the storm passed away east of your area.
This video was edited three years ago. I found it in a storage box for videos, etc.
https://vimeo.com/131851887
Jean, so glad to hear that you didn't get all the bad rains.
Yesterday, they had planned on letting residents and store owners back into Ellicott City to access their damage, but the weather forecast was for more hard rain and possibly more flooding, so that was cancelled. They were trying to make some fast improvements to help with the possible flooding. I haven't heard anything this morning that anything drastic happened . More rain is expected over the week end. Enough is enough !!!!
Joy
Remembered that video, Sato, and enjoyed seeing it again.
Joy, it is so sad that they had another flood in Ellicott City. I wonder if they will go ahead with their plans to correct the flooding problem.
Jean, the hard rains didn't happen yesterday. I did hear that they were going to let some of the residents into the town this evening. They have to have someone with them, as there are still some dangerous places they can't walk through. I did hear that they had taken out over 100 truck loads of debris. The pictures still look bad. I did hear they are still going through with some of the improvements that have been working on. It is supposed to rain over the week end. So hope it isn't too bad this time.
Joy
Next is the slideshow of "Water Lilies of modern Claude Monet" ?? https://vimeo.com/118328819
Very nice, Sato. Wonderful photos of the water lilies.
Posted the next video.
https://vimeo.com/127399126
I recently changed my signature column contents. Especially, deleted TIME & TEMPERATURE thingy. It doesn't tell you correctly. I can not understand why . Anyone will be welcome to tell me about that.
what an unusual and interesting presentation of the dolls. Enjoyed it very much. Just curiousâ€"-What app did you use?
Sato that was excellent and recall seeing it years back. Pleased you saved and presented it again.
Sue Ryder is a charity (originally called the Sue Ryder Foundation and more recently Sue Ryder Care) which was founded in 1953 by Sue Ryder, with the creation of a nursing home in Suffolk, UK. Sue Ryder supports people with complex needs and life-threatening illnesses across the UK and internationally.
( If you have been thinking of taking up a new hobby, think no more..)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=leuHP9ienSU
I chose a wrong video to post here yesterday. I deleted it. So sorry.
A short video of the harbor.
https://vimeo.com/1251675
Sato, it is always interesting to see other harbors. I live about 35-40 miles from three cities on Lake Michigan and all are harbor cities. My nephew, Tom, used to do a lot of sailing.
Mary Ann
Lovely video, Sato. Well done and thank you!
Sue
Enjoyed the video of the harbor. That looks like a high bridge.
Flowers in my garden in early summer.
https://vimeo.com/4860030
Sato, the small flowers in your garden certainly are cute, as you put it. You and your wife have such talent to grow such pretty plants.
Mary Ann
Jackie. Maybe I should think about a wing walk ,!!!
Mary Ann. Thanks for your kind messages to my photos.
Love those little flowers, Sato. Enjoyed your video.
The same thing I said to Mary. Jean.
I remember the video-like piece which I made years ago collecting some words and pictures like a child.
https://vimeo.com/1440234
I made the similar video to the former one using another pictures.
https://vimeo.com/1474339
Sato your two "I've been working on the railroad" brought back so many happy memories, thanks. My father worked on the railroad, we had many tracks close to our home and we would hike along them. As teen agers we would ride along in a car singing "Someone's in the Kitchen"
Sato, really enjoyed your two videos and sang along! Larry and I used to travel a lot and one of my grandsons marveled at the fact that we never turned on the radio or played music tapes/cds when riding in the car. But we used to ride along singing old songs like in your video or “Bicycle built for Twoâ€, etc., talked to each other or just enjoyed the scenery.
So glad you are feeling well enough to post.
Sato, your two videos were fun !!! I, too, sang along with them. Thanks for sharing. I guess you were playing the piano along with the video. Love the sound of those old songs, especially on the piano.
Jean, isn't it funny that we can all remember the words to so many of those old songs. Can't even understand most of the words in the songs today.
Joy
Sato, Jean and Joy, I sang along too. It reminded me of the "old" days when we'd take a ride on Sunday. There was no radio in the car but we'd sing all of those old songs. And we knew the words - I'm with you, Joy, about understanding words of songs today.
Mary Ann
Jack, Jean, Joy, Mary, I'm very glad to hear your comments. A white & black video is interesting.
Next video was played by Mr.S.....??
https://vimeo.com/1379868
Sato, many of the older videos I haven’t seen, and I am enjoying seeing them now.
Just a few photos of the Bluebird and Chickadee in their houses. We think we have another Bluebird family starting in the other house.
https://vimeo.com/274593791
Jean, those bluebirds are beautiful. I take it the less colorful one is the female. A neighbor here had a chickadee nest one year and I think it was only for one year. When I had a cottage a neighbor had several bluebird boxes and all were inhabited by bluebirds! I had hummingbird feeders, as did several neighbors. I guess we were for the birds!
Mary Ann
Thanks, Mary Ann. We enjoy seeing the birds. They definitely have different personalities. There is one Mourning dove that comes to the feeders that is so bossy. He just pushes the other doves right off the feeders. They go sit on the fence or peck around on the ground unti he leaves. I say “he†but they all look the same to me. :)
Jean, your blue bird photos are great. I've had a pair of cardinals nesting in my fence which is covered in shrubs, but they seem to have left. I usually get a flock of cardinals from down your way every spring, but not as many this year. Maybe they decided to stay in your neighborhood. I have a water station under my trees and I often seen blue birds, cardinals, crows, doves plus the occasional bird I don't recognize.
My oldest son gave me a rain barrel when I moved into this house and I'm able to keep my flowers and my birds watered all summer.
Sue
We also had lots of birds in Ocala, but we never put up Bluebird houses until we moved here. We have two birdhouses and the first birds to nest in one of them was a Carolina Chickadee and his mate. Then soon after they claimed one of the birdhouses, a bluebird took over the other.
Love the birds, Jean... but had trouble with video tonight. I got to see enough to know you have the "Eastern bluebird" like we did in Missouri. When in CO one year I did get a photo of the western bluebird & have never seen one again. They are solid blue but not as bright of blue as the eastern. My brother in central MO had a family that stayed with them for years & my SIL was so proud of them that when I got a good photo of them & gave her prints, she took it for "show & tell" to a school reunion. She grew up in northern Kansas & I've never seen bluebirds in KS so maybe was extra special to her. You are so good with the birds & photos... thanks!
Sato, I am having trouble with videos lately but will try again. I'm not sure if it is the fault of my computers or the internet server. I have a new HP laptop but can't get it to connect with my system.... cannot remember the last password so trying to figure how to recover it without changing. I was told if I change the password all my "toys" like phone, Fitbit, iPod, etc., connected will have to be changed, not what I want to do!
The Eastern Bluebird is supposed to be our State bird here in New York, but I have never seen one here. :(
After the Chickadee and fledglings left, Larry cleaned out the birdhouse and removed the nest which was made of moss. Now we have Bluebirds making a nest in that house. Larry just came in from adding mealworms to the flat feeder and the minute he was in the house the male Bluebird was getting mealworms and taking them to the house and feeding the Mrs. :thumbup:
Rammel, Bluebirds like mealworms. Larry uses the mealworms in a package from Walmart’s. Maybe if you put some out it will entice some Bluebirds.
Sue, we don’t see many Cardinals. We have a couple (male and female) that are regulars to the feeders.
Jean, I have a tiny bird nesting in one of my new bird house,it is hard to tell, but looks light brown. the head and bill looks like a nuthatch, shrill voice. My neighbor thought it is a Carolina wren, but I think it is to small. it is half the size of a sparrow
Gloria, I noticed in one of your photos that was posted you have lots of birdhouses in the backyard tree. We love to watch the different birds that visit our yard.
Jean, we have lots of cardinals when they are going back north--usually stop for a couple of days to eat at my feeders. This year we only had a couple of pairs who stopped to raise some babies. I'm wondering if it was because this winter was warmer except for one period when we had at least a foot of snow here in Auburn.
Sue
The cardinals were our state bird but just do not see any now? They must rather stay in the south.
We have cardinals right through the winter. They stand out so brightly when there is snow. They tend to nest low which is not a good thing around here. Have a coyote around lately.
Rick, the cardinals nest low here and where we lived in Kansas City.... not very sturdy nests, either. I don't see as many here as before we had the cats, but neighbors feed birds in their back yards across the street. I hear a brown thrush down by the river & "talk" to it often.......it used to come up to the house... before the cats. They have a sort of "trill" and end with what sounds like a juicy kiss. It will keep answering when I talk like that. :-\ Normally we have lots of red winged blackbirds down by the river but have not seen any this year.
Funny you should mention the red wing blackbird. My son said he saw one a couple of days ago. I have fun feeding "the wildlife" - find it very relaxing. We usually have cardinals and the last year or so some wood peckers and the mocking birds. I usually check for them early morning and at dusk.
Rick, when we first moved here I was out the door as the sun came up, birds singing everywhere. So many we don't see at all now and I don't see the sun coming up, either. By the time the cats come in they are ready to eat, I eat and by then the pretty colors have changed to blue sky. Up until this year I would watch the hundreds of cormorants leaving their nesting area to the east, flying west to the fields or where ever they went for the day. Lots of egrets, herons & all kinds of ducks & geese. No cormorants this year (the little lake owners took down the trees they nested in), no geese or ducks, herons or egrets.... just now & then one or two flying by. The city saw fit to demolish the rookery when they put in a new exit ramp for the bypass. How sad is that to trade concrete for wildlife? That new ramp is a joke, it was needed a mile further north but "politics" dictated otherwise. Somewhere I have a photo of a cardinal father feeding a young red winged blackbird.... baby had outgrown Dad! So far I am not seeing the red wings but just plain old blackbirds down by the river (or at the feeder). It is almost dark & a little after 9:00 pm.... start getting shorter days now. I need to fill the bird feeder so the early birds have something to eat in the morning.
I posted a video of my singing a Japanese old style of a poem. Without shame, I had the courage to put on My translation of the poem. And no appropriate photos.
https://vimeo.com/21289148
Sato...
...thank you, what a difference when we hear the voice of any of our S& F's members who we may or may not ever get to meet in person...
...Your flowers video clip as always, has been put together perfectly to show the flowers off in the best possible way...I found that most enjoyable... :)
Sato, I liked your video with its beautiful flowers and your singing. I remember your voice from before your illness and I think you've lost none of your tone. It was good to hear your voice again.
Mary Ann
Sato that was a pleasant presentation. The photos, always your great flowers, and as stated it was good to hear your voice.
Sato, I agree with the above three. Great to see/hear!
Vanilla-Jackie, Mary, Jack, Bubble, thanks for your comments to my video. The photos, translations involved there are not suitable for the scenes.
VIDEO of Yokohama Port and near Rose Park
https://vimeo.com/118689347
Sato, pretty roses in the Rose Garden.
Mary Ann
Sato the roses were lovely but believe I would spend the day at the Port watching the ships glide by.
Sato, your video was a nice start for the day.
I posted a video of each favorite scenes of a year.
https://vimeo.com/118812790
Sato, the flowers are beautiful, all of them. The roses seem to have no blemishes on them which is unusual. I love cosmos; they are so dainty.
Mary Ann
Mary Ann, Jean, Jack, thank you for your comments.
Mary Ann, I see people enjoying the beach and water at Grand Haven although the trees block the view. It looks very pleasant there. It is 83F here but I’m sure it feels hotter due to the humidity. I check the Duluth webcam but mostly seem to miss the action. I’m either too late or too early.
Jean, do you check the schedule to see when the boats come in to the Duluth harbor? Of course, they change the schedule at the drop of a hat! One was slated to arrive at 12:23 and I started watching. It is very foggy in Duluth, but they would have had no trouble in the canal. I kept watching and looked at the map and they pushed back the time until now the ship is scheduled to arrive at 1:30 pm which is 2:30 pm my time. I need a nap, so I'll take that and see if the ship has arrived.
Mary Ann
Mary Ann, I saw the Roger Blough come into the harbor and then followed it into the harbor. The foghorns were loud. I could only hear a little of the woman announcing to the people on the dock about the ship. I did hear her say that a ship would be leaving in 45 min. But couldn’t catch the name. That’s the first one I’ve been able to see live. They do have a couple of videos that show a ship coming in.
Jean, above the live views is a blue strip with several options on it and one is Boat Schedule. If you click on that, there is a list of boat arrivals and departures and at the right of the screen is a map so you can follow the boats.
I forgot about the Blough so I missed it. Oh well, there will be other arrivals and/or departures. I find following the boats is fascinating. I'll go there now.
Mary Ann
Artificial video. Simple one.
https://vimeo.com/5637760
Sato, very pretty, but the photos you and your wife take are even better.
Sato, enjoyed the video. But they don’t look artificial but real.
Jack, Jean, thank you for your kind words. They were simply prócessing photos.
Remember of July flowers
https://vimeo.com/5490417
Your 2009 flowers are lovely, Sato.
Mary Ann
Mary Ann, thanks so much for such an old video. It was in the bottom of the video file box.
Enjoyed the video, Sato. Many of them I don’t remember so they are like new videos. In fact, I don’t believe I even knew about the video forum when you made that video. I always was stuck in the book section of the old Senior Net.
I am having trouble seeing any videos so to keep me from kicking the computer, I've been hiding from this spot. BUT.. on the side of my Yahoo home page just now I saw something that caught my eye & clicked just to get the link. Jack, this is about your goldens and their original breeder (if I understood the introduction).... All you dog lovers (especially Goldens, so have a look, Amy)... this is for you (& everyone else): https://www.accuweather.com/en/videos/dog-lovers-paradise-hundreds-of-golden-retrievers-gather-in-scotland/ximzh0zje6yysm8nkokgyg4btb_8f2d7 (https://www.accuweather.com/en/videos/dog-lovers-paradise-hundreds-of-golden-retrievers-gather-in-scotland/ximzh0zje6yysm8nkokgyg4btb_8f2d7)
Shirley thank you!!! Passing it on for others to enjoy also. I am taking back the ramp that I bought her, she doesn't like it and I think a rear lift harness might be more to the order. I bought her this one and it is easy from me to use but not her.
https://www.petsmart.ca/dog/beds-and-furniture/ramps-and-steps/top-paw-deluxe-telescoping-pet-ramp-5152514.html
Age is not nice or kind to anyone including dogs. She does love her new hair cut though, much cooler on her.
Sato, that was beautiful!! Loved the flowers and the music....thank you!!
Shirley thanks for the link, That was where the breed started. Note most of them had a smile. :)
Amy the ramp you posted is just like the one I used with Jessie for several years and was never a problem. The first few times I would put a treat in front of her to get her to walk up. As she aged I also used it for her to exit the suv rather than jump. I gave it to friends last year and just purchased a new on for Mimi since she now will hesitate prior to jumping up into the suv.
Since I couldn't view the video am glad you, Jack & Amy, enjoyed. Such sweet dogs, I think that is probably what I should look for.
That ramp looks like what I need to get my little Yahama Chappy onto to use out camping. Still think there must be some way to make it work although the main seller of RV cycle racks insists none are safe because they "wobble". I don't want to pull a trailer of any size but still wishing......... Time to feed cats so better run!
Sunflower, color, white/black
https://vimeo.com/49800222
Sato, enjoyed your video and needed that music to give me a little pep.
Jean, thank you so much for your comment.
Memory of the past summer
https://vimeo.com/104291503
Amazing it is!! After my work, only one another person's exception, my works are introduced one after another. Automagically.
Sato, your beautiful photography is inspiring. Thanks for posting. I never get tired of seeing your various flowers.
Sato, thanks for posting beautiful
FlaJean, Lindancer, thank you so much for your comments!!
"Mums, Fall Roses and Dahlias"
https://vimeo.com/110452849
This was a memory video of 2014 FALL.
Sato that was lovely, so many beautiful blossoms.
Sato, I always enjoy your flower pictures.
Mary Ann
Jack, Mary Ann, thank you so much for your words.
Sato, enjoyed your video so much.
Jean, thank you so much! But a big typoon is coming.
Sato, stay safe and let us hear from you.
Thanks a lot, fine and blue sky after big storms.
We wanted to see the De Funiak Museum but it was closed once again. We stopped by the library the librarian showed us the Music Box that was donated. They have 32 disc. The quality of the music sounded much better in person than on this video. We did an earlier video of the historic houses so didn't include photos although we did look at them again.
https://vimeo.com/293751969
Jean, considering the age of the disc, even of the music box, I think the sound was very good.
Mary Ann
Jean loved it and that was back when music was ---- Music.
Jean, very nice. You visited a good historian music place.
Thanks for your comments. Thank you, Sato, for that beautiful autumn picture. We don’t have the fall colors here as it is too warm. It won’t be long, Jack, until you will be enjoying your daily walk with Mimi among the Oglebay Park fall gardens.
Mary Ann, your temperatures are nice right now. Enjoy this lovely Sunday. Here we are having a bright sunny day.
Jean, today is not much of a nice day since it is rainy or drizzly. I did not wear my raincoat to church and didn't suffer without it, but the sidewalk showed it had rained some while we were in church. Fortunately, the roof didn't leak!!! Our temperature now is 53 degrees and I think it was 51 degrees when we left for church.
Mary Ann
My daughter had a old music box looked like that. I think it may have been a more current model. I loved listening to the tapes on it. She must not have it out anymore. Same with her player piano. I don't think that is used anymore. Nice piece of furniture . Seem that they just make thing now that get thrown away after a few years. Not in the cabinets like in the past. I still have my 65 years old radio/record player with its beautiful cabinet. Still plays good if I take the time to turn it on.
Guess I am slowing down. Do not take the long walks anymore, just a stroll and look for a bench. Has been some time since I have taken many photos (except those of Mimi) Was looking at some of my old slide shows and liked this one, probably due to the music. If you visit go full screen.
https://vimeo.com/87921478
Jack, that was just beautiful...….even the snow! Thank you for sharing .
Jack, I loved that video so much. Glad the words were there so I could sing along. All the photos are so prettyâ€"love the snow scenes at the end.
Amy and Jean thank you and here was another favorite, would you believe Perry Como!
https://vimeo.com/87908549
Thank you Jack, I thoroughly enjoyed this one also. Perry Como is a favorite of mine and the scenery was beautiful. Loved the apple/cherry trees.
Jean, I wish I could share some of our snow with you when it comes :)
Jack, another winner. Bryan’s Song was such a good movieâ€"-but also sad. I was also a Perry Como fan. That’s a beautiful song to go with those lovely photos.
Jack, thanks for re-sharing those 2 beautiful videos. Nice to see something so nice early on this kind of dreary morning. Never get tired of Ogleby pictures.
And, the music was perfect. Would not have recognized that the last one was Perry Como. Still never get tired of listening to those old great singers. Those kind are few and far behind these days.
Joy
Amy, Joy and Jean thanks. Miss the old time music and not much of a fan of what is played now. Brians song was way back 1971 and was a great movie.
I thought Perry Como was "the cat's meow"! He was so handsome and sang such lovely ballads. I think of all the singers of his time, he was the best. Thanks, Jack, for posting the music and your photos to accompany it are lovely, too.
Sue
Thanks again Jack, music and pictures beautiful
Not much color so far this fall, and I am not getting around the park like years past. Here are a group of photos with the last being a panorama. The music is Evergreen check it out full screen.
https://vimeo.com/296087006
I still have trouble seeing videos but clicked "just to check" & it played. Beautiful, Jack, and so peaceful looking. I was going to leave a note but it insisted I had to sign in or join & I can't remember my password (on the other computer) to say, "GOOD JOB".... Seriously, my server has been off so much lately & when I can't get videos my phones drop calls... be talking & all of a sudden I hear "I can't hear you".... I can hear them but they can't hear me.... and since it is all the phones in the house, I know is isn't the phones but their system. The other choice isn't any better, just our area.
Jack, that was beautiful but too short! We’re still having days in the 80s. It was a sunshiny day but if we get any color it will be awhile yet.
It's dark and dreary here this morning in Auburn, Alabama. It rained heavily during the night and I have MANY leaves down that will be harder to rake up today as I have lots of large oaks in my front and back yards. I'll get a few done, but football games will be coming on in a couple of hours, I'll probably come inside to watch the games!
Sue
Jack, that was beautiful ! I too, wish it were longer..such a lovely setting and the music was perfect.
I also watched the video of Mimi on her walk ,such a lovely dog.
Thank you so much for sharing these.
Thanks Jean and Amy. I had more photos but most the same view and wanted to match the photos with the music.
Quiet in here. Lost the good program I had on Microsoft, so playing with a new one. Tough learning but may work things out. Here are several Mimi clips. View full screen.
https://vimeo.com/304679111
Good clips, Jack. Mimi is a very alert dog.
Mary Ann
Your neighbor sure has a lot of deer in his backyard. Mimi is so sweet. She loves to have you near her, doesn't she? Nice porch to sit on and watch the storm as long as there isn't any lightning nearby. When we were in Ocala, i used to sit in the sun room a lot to read. I loved sitting in there and listen to the rain. Suddenly, lightning struck the tree in the side yard. It really scared me and I jumped up and ran into the main part of the house. The bark was stripped off the tree and ended up in the neighbor's yard. We had to have that tree removed.
Mary Ann and Jean thanks. Mimi stays close, when I return home she is on her back for a belly rub and then will let me pass. Jean for years I would go out on the patio when we were having a heavy rain and lightning. Have been fortunate, nothing close has been hit. Guess my Goldens always saw I was calm and they remained the same. Miss the slide shows, hope you and Sato can post, even some old ones.
Jack, Mimi was so afraid during the rain, wasn't she? 8)
Patricia that was just a short clip, but we were out during a strong storm, and even the loud thunder did not bother her. Notice also she spreads out like a frog to sleep.
I got back to see a few of the videos, thank you Jack & Jean.... as far back as I went. Again, I couldn't remember my password to leave a message so hopefully I will get me orgnaized in the future. When the internet man was here yesterday I had to call my son to see if he could think of our security password so we could get the new modem back on. I finally found the paper & am going to make a copy of all those passwords & numbers this morning before forgetting again. Had it all on the computer that crashed but what good is that??? Seems to be one crisis after another in this house. Thank you for the videos & music.
Jean, my mother had the tall "music box" from her early years (she was born in 1903), looked like that one only was about a head shorter than I am. I could see into when the lid was up, but same oak wood. My brother came home with a small record player that played the thick records, same style case & oak wood as the one in your video. Brought back memories. Don't know what happened to her player. Thanks!
Jack, I have been getting fewer & fewer steps showing on my Fitbit, concerns the kids as when we first got them we "befriended" each other. The kids really compete but even after Andy's surgery he is getting twice as many every day as I do. Yesterday I outdid myself trailing the Cox tech around from basement to outside, more than twice as many steps as I've been getting all fall. I slept better last night & am thinking I am going to push myself a little more or I will not have energy to move around out camping. Glad you have Mimi to get you out, can you imagine how little exercise you'd get if she hadn't come into your life? Besides, we love seeing the photos & videos of her and Oglebay. Atta boy, Jack!
Shirley I do very little walking, especially with the weather. My walk is a stroll, not brisk. Fortunately Mimi just strolls ahead, and also had a good fenced in back yard.
Laugh when I read about your Fitbit. I had played with a photo but no luck. It was a clock and had little clips of a man in a recliner, and another at the computer. My exercise is walking from one to the other. :)
Shirley with your family you would get a lot of help with this
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I wish I had a little grandson around to help me exercise. 😁
The 12 days of Christmas, photos taken at Oglebay Park.
https://vimeo.com/144577618
Jack, this is probably a silly question, but does Oglebay have a new scene every year? I don't remember seeing this particular Twelve Days of Christmas before, but I'm not sure I should remember something for a year. They do a very good job with their decorations, as we've seen for several years.
Mary Ann
Jack, I managed to copy that cartoon clip to send my kids.... so funny! Thanks.
Supposed to deliver my new frig tomorrow so maybe I can get things back in order. What a mess! I've finally decided I will not have an ice maker ever again. I like the ice made with bottled water & that's what has gone out on every frig we've replaced the last 50 years...even though we replaced the ice maker in each several times. Not going to waste space in the freezer part with this new one, will make up cubes & put in a bin & they won't taste icky! Don't mess with old ladies! ;)
Mary Ann that is an old exhibit, but they moved it to a new location. My photos were taken at the prior location, that had a better background.
Shirley would you believe I never has an ice maker, always made the cubes and put them into a container. Now going back to the 30's we had an ice box but could never afford the ice.
Jack, thank you for posting the 12 Days of Christmas. When I could still drive (had to give it up because of a fall and injury to my right leg) my son, his wife, Mother-in-law, and I would go to Callaway Gardens during Christmas and walk through their very extensive 12 days of Christmas display. Callaway served cookies and hot chocolate at the end of the walk. The displays were beautiful and certainly put us into a Christmas mood!
Sue
Sorry about the injury, hope you can still get around. I have no problem driving but just checked and Callaway Gardens are 800 miles and 12 driving hours. Oglebay not as great a display, but 5 miles and 12 minutes. I did do a youtube and they have a great, current tour of the Christmas lights at Callaway, worth the look.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eKKkmWrsNTY
Jack and Sue, Callaway Gardens was very nice, but the display was so far from the car that I could not get a good view of the figures. Maybe if I saw another display, it might be different.
I think we have nothing like either Callaway or Oglebay here. Many neighborhoods do have elaborate displays but I'm not going to ask Tom to go to the other side of town to see them. I'll try to be content with what my neighbors put up.
Mary Ann
http://www.meijergardens.org/calendar/christmas-and-holiday-traditions-around-the-world/
I went searching for something in Grand Rapids, then thought of the Meijer Gardens which has an annual display of Christmas trees around the world. The above link is not that, but a few places in Western Michigan. It is about 15 minutes long.
Mary Ann
Mary Ann that was an interesting link, and liked that it covered many traditions.
Jack, you did a great job with the 12 Days of Christmas. The timing must have been a little tricky. I really enjoyed it.
Jean that was several years ago with a program on windows that made it easy to set the words and space to the music. I no longer have that program and having problems with the new window app. Used to like picking a favorite song, then matching photos and lyrics. Just have the pad, so not interested in the good programs Apple provided.
On the subject of Lyrics and photos I had this one from several years back. Know I have posted but forget dates. Good message in this one, and you will love the singer. Check it full screen
https://vimeo.com/87908549
Jack, I could listen to Perry Como sing this song often and often. Would that both he and Brian were back with us.
Mary Ann
I love that song and it goes so well with your added photos. That was a wonderful, but sad, movie.
I accidentally hit the italics button, and once you hit it won't turn off (grrr)
Mary Ann and Jean, that was a sad, and true story. Como was born in Canonsburg, this side of Pittsburgh and about an hours drive. His parents were both emigrants from Italy and they say he never heard English at home and had to learn it when he went to school. Jean I have see lots of (grrr) since the changes but getting used to it.
Jack, out of curiosity, I wonder how the decisions are made to change our format? Is it a network decision? Or does a new format show up and Oldiesmann decides to give it a try. Or what? I am managing fairly well but have hit a few bugs.
Mary Ann
Mary Ann, in my opinion (know what that is worth) the decision to make changes are on the part of Simple Machines (where is the simple part?) We are only using their system for Seniors. Believe Oldiesmann has taken on the job of trying to work out bugs. I am doing better and hope folks are trying and we will all be back posting in the discussions we are interested in.
Jack, I think Oldiesmann is doing a good job and I think it is a thankless job. I am willing to work with the site if I can't get from A to B and so far I am getting along OK but I don't do things the way others do; I do them in ways that are convenient to me. Stubborn!
Mary Ann
Yes, I would think that it is a thankless job for Oldiesman. I still do not really like the new system, but I am making out ok. Some things are still different, but I will work through them, as most of us are doing.
Joy
My comments here now are not related to Oldiesman (who puts up with our nonsense and quirks) but with the world "out there" in general. Everyone seems to want to improve things. But they so often over improve it so much that things become too complicated to be of use or interest. Some just like basic stuff.
I have a couple of programs that I have lost interest in because they "fixed" it too much :tickedoff:
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all.
R
Rick I am with you. Have lost several apps or programs that no longer work, and the new ones take some learning. Gave up on the How To books, shame there are no local classes for seniors, but even if there were here is how 1t would end up.
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Jack, a very apropos cartoon.
Rick, it would be nice if they are building a program for US, if they would ask US what we like and dislike before they make changes.
I am making "do" with this new one and I'll get along OK. I just had an update on Windows 10 and I was afraid it might goof up things, but it didn't. It was an update, not an upgrade. I try to not sweat the small stuff and I get along with it better.
Mary Ann
I'm still using Windows 8 and I am NOT going to change to something new. When S&F no longer lets me get in here to post with Friends, I'll just have to say a very sad farewell. It's bad enough to try to get used to the changes we have now!
Sue
P.S. Perry Como was one handsome guy and had a wonderful voice. He was my Favorite while a teen and even into my early married years. He had such a smooth voice and was so "laid back" while singing. I've missed him since those early days.
One thing that can be said with certainty is that the folks in charge of the residence make every effort to keep the residents active and involved with the many and varied activities. I caught these few shots last week when Elvis dropped by to give you some idea of what went on. This is mister and mrs elvis
just a few examples of the good time we had
Love your smile Don. I bet you made everyone there so happy with being Santa. Just like Santa, with your eyes twinkling . That was so thoughtful of you to do that for the others there. Please keep posting photos.
I love the Santa photos, Don, and I think it's good for your morale to be doing something you like to do. Seeing the background in the rooms, it looks like you are in a very nice place. And nice co-residents, too.
Mary Ann
Don that's great and looks like all are having a good time.
Love that Santa!!!
Radioman, thanks for the pictures of "Mr. and Mrs. Santa"! Just one question, though. What did Bubble say when she saw that much younger Mrs. Santa sitting on your lap?
Another singer from Alabama, Nat "King" Cole was a favorite. Such a smooth voice and great lyrics. Nat grew up in Montgomery, not far from the home of Martin Luther King, the famous minister who was very active in the Civil Rights Movement. Both of these gentlemen are loved and missed today.
I don't know many of the current vocalists. If anyone has a favorite you'd like to share, I'd like to see a video clip.
Sue
Sue, I often have Music Choice on my TV. It is a channel that plays various types of music, I think they use 10 or 11 channels, and right now there is one for Seasonal music, which, of course, is Christmas music. I can tell you that all of the younger singers scream their songs. I keep the sound down low so I don't really hear the singers. Give me Perry Como, Bing Crosby, Nat King Cole, Andy Williams and some others of the older singers, all of whom are no longer with us. I also rely on old records or tapes to hear decent singing. The young singers "murder" Oh, Holy Night and I can't stand it. I hate to be so pessimistic, but that's the way I feel about singers today.
I hope someone has a favorite for you.
Mary Ann
Love the photos, Don!!! You will be everyone's friend from now on, the life of the party! Thanks for giving us all a treat to see into your new life. I didn't notice if Bubble resized & posted for you but my eye brows are raised for her! ;)
I just got back from a flying trip to MO that I started a little over a month ago. Had the best sleep in a month at a Corp of Engineer campground with nary a single other camper or even host around.
oh DON, how delightful to see you as Santa once again. You look wonderful and All the ladies around you were sure smiling too! You made them all very happy, and maybe brought a bit of joy to your heart as well. Thanks to you, LARRY for helping me to get to this site to see these pictures.
Thank you, BUBBLE, I see you posted a quick link to this as well.
They were videos which were taken at city parks nearby.
https://vimeo.com/118812790
Hard to chose my favourites between the Roses and the red Leaves...
Sato you captured some pretty scenes and liked the up-beat music.
Sato, I also enjoyed the upbeat music. Loved the garden flowers. One rose especially caught my attention—the golden colored rose. Thanks for posting that lovely video.
Thank you so much for your kind words.
Good seeing don in his Christmas suit. He can really attract the ladies in it. Place does look nice. I am sure it helped give a Christmas feeling to everyone there.
Spring will be welcome soon.
https://vimeo.com/118910769
Sato thank you for the beautiful photos and Spring is still a bit off but your photos show what we can hope for.
Sato, that was really beautiful ! Like Jack said, our spring is a good ways away, but your video is something that we can look forward to. We are in the midst of an approaching snow storm, so your video can give us some hope of what to come. The Apricot blossoms were really beautiful !
Joy
That was lovely, Sato.
Jack, how about reposting one of your videos showing the snow at the park. You had one that had the snow on the brick pathway that was especially pretty.
Jean we have had very little snow and should miss the bad stuff this weekend. I still kept winter scenes from several years ago, that were in a slide show and on Vimeo. Almost wishing for a good snow fall to head to the park. Check full screen on link
https://vimeo.com/195540240
The snow video is beautiful. Jack, thank you for your posting.
THANKS, Jack, that was beautiful and I loved the music! I'm glad we don't have to shovel snow anymore, but I love snow scenes. Leave the video on Vimeo for a while, I want to watch several more times.
Thanks Jean and Sato. I keep several of my favorites on Vimeo, a good way to share with friends.
Jack loved the music in the video. Guess there is a bunch of new snow coming but hope we are on the outer edge of receiving it.
Jesse ,is getting lots of snuggles and Babe is warming up to him now. He goes all out at 100 miles and hour then crashes for a snooze.(recharges his battery is more like it)
Sato, that was lovely, we are one day closer to Spring ,tonight it will be down to -25 ° C and -31 tomorrow night..
Amy. would love to see photos of Babe with Jesse.
Well Illinois is making up for the last five winters that have been pretty mild. What a mess we have again. Did not have time for them to clear the roads for last weekend . Outside it is now so windy after sending down about 6 inches of snow. this time mixed with rain making the ground like a ice rink. I had to hold on when going down my porch to get the paper this morning.
I tried my car yesterday and nothing. Did not even try to start. New battery was put in 2 weeks ago. So cold and so I just cursed it and came in the house with no intention of moving out until Monday.
I had called a computer place last week to come and take care of the new computer that is still sittin on table. Had to cancel as snow so bad. Now supposed to come next Tuesday. I just wish I had not started to mess with it. Should just stay with the W7 until Spring. Nothing seems to be working right anymore. Phones driving me crazy. Car need changing as put enough money in this one I have now.
Car salesmen at Honda calling all the time. Now sending little notes. Just not in the mood as I don't have a garage and hate seeing one out in this weather. I just think this year winter is getting to me. I should start thinking on spending them in better place. Thing is then would worry if all O.K on place in Illinois. Seems like things bad everywhere these day. Floods, Fires Tornadoes. Thing Mother nature getting even with us for messing up her world.
My mother always use to say that when she saw all the Interstates being put in. Both here and in UK. Ruining the Bloody Country she would say and she was right.
just get back to my book. Been doing a lot of cooking and eating to much. I bet the 5 lbs I took off last month is back on as not walking my 2'3 miles a day right now.
Good thing I live alone as I do believe I am in a complaining mood today. Just hope that we have a short winter.
Well, Jack, I finally got to view the link & enjoyed as much as the first time! I saw that I had left a message last time but can't remember my password to let me sign in anymore... I know I have it "somewhere". Going from computer to computer is certainly NOT for old brains! :crazy2:
I have so much ice on my driveway I couldn't even chip it enough to reach the concrete with the "ice scraper" that is like a hoe that isn't bent to hoe, if you know what I mean. Cas had 2 of them, both sturdy & sharp pointed corners, but couldn't dig through so gave up & put as much ice melt on as I could & will see if it helped at all by morning. I'm afraid to back the little car out of the garage with the thickest ice being that whole car length that is just where the RV is parked.... one slip & I'd be crunched & do not want to risk that. I have to turn that poor little car into a pretzel to get in & out & still have the RV pulled as close to the house as possible. Can't change things so will do what I can. This is not the kind of snow to slide down the hill on my "sno-nut". My friend on the other side of town said the snow stuck to their trees & was beautiful today... nary a flake on these trees as the wind was blowing it horizontal. The ground is covered but feels more like sleet, but it's white. I'll enjoy your snow scenes!
Colorful roses at the garden
https://vimeo.com/102288971
Sato that was lovely and would be difficult to pick a favorite.
Sato, such beautiful roses. Like Jack, I think it would be difficult to pick a favorite.
Mary Ann
This is a group of 7 photos. Used a feature now available on Windows 10. You are able to add a number of features to a photo that then gives the appearance of a video. On the video you will see Butterflys, falling leaves, rain and snow. If you did this on one photo you are able to email it to someone and they receive the same as a video. If you look check full screen.
https://vimeo.com/312754525
I did get in to see in spite of all my computer & internet problems! That really is amazing & love the effects. As soon as I can figure why my other computer won't keep online, I'd like to give that a try. Quite a show.
Sato, the roses are beautiful and I like that presentation. 😊
Jack, what an interesting feature. Really enjoyed the video.
Sato , loved the roses!!
Jack, you are clever, I wanted to be in the fields with the butterflies. What a special effect it gives photos!
Thanks for the comments. With our weather staying close to the computer. For those with Windows 10 I am posting two screen shots. Wanted to show how you get to the effects. The first is what pops up when you click Edit and create. You get a wide range of help cropping etc. The second screen shot is shows what opens if you click add 3D effects. You get a wide range of effects, can play with them and will not ruin your photo, or you might just make a copy of a favorite photo and use the copy.
Gives you something to do on cold days (no I will not do any cleaning)
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Jack, I tried and discovered the Windows 10 version on this OLD computer doesn't have that same offer such as snow, etc. so will have to wait until one of my sons figures why the newer HP Win.10 won't hop on my wi-fi. I sent myself a photo from this one to that one <grin> but can't open on that one until....... sometimes computers enjoy playing tricks. ;)
Jack,
How do you open the original image with Win-10?
Rick you can type photo in the box and this item comes up. It would also be in the list of all on the machine. You might then right click, and add to your start, and/or task bar. I took a screen shot and am posting just the top of the screen, in fact since it is a screenshot/photo you will note in the upper right the spot to get the drop down to adjust photo etc. A close up of those items are in my prior post.
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Since I didn't know any other way, I put a photo on my desktop (or downloads) & when I open with Internet Explorer (in the drop down of "how do you want to open"... then I get the screen Jack showed & choose the 3D effect. I am sitting on a hard bar stool in the basement, next to the modem with direct wire in.... using the HP. Seems my security system has given up with the old computers being catered to so son will have to make changes & I will take XP & Vista ones off my wi-fi, then he can do the more modern version of security. IN THE MEANTIME.... after only a few hours sleep, I came down to see if Jack's new toy will work on my photos. BUT, they are a large file & don't think I can put them in the GALLERY here so will wait until I can find my password for Vimeo to show you. Fun to play with but more to learn.
Shirley you are able to email several, not that large of a file, but you are right it takes vimeo or another source to add here.
I'll work on it, Jack... and think I found the place where the Vimeo password was recorded. If it isn't too old. Can't stop yet..................
Jack,
I see you are using IE. I'm using FireFox so will have to do some digging around. I generally have not taken advantage of all the wonderful new and exciting things that MS has given us. Hard to teach old dog ;D
I like the art work you guys do but haven't been inspired to get into it that much. As I age my incentive wanes :'(
Rick I was unable to handle photoshop, but play with the different apps now available. You are over my head with the operating systems and search engines. I stick with IE, but do not think (as if I would know) that Firefox would be a problem with using the photo app on Windows 10. Just spoke to my Daughter in Virginia, she was interested in the 3d effects but unable to locate. I wa able to get her to her computer, open a photo and she saw the edit features along with the 3d. Now I agree, I am an old dog, slow to learn and have dumped apps that are too difficult. Just play at the computer, and enjoy working with photos.
Looks like "Photo app" is something that must be downloaded. That's probably why I didn't find it.
Cold and snow, have to go out for a few chores, but spent time playing with the 3D feature on Windows 10. Have posted a group of photo that have 3D effects added. Looks like a video, but just the still photo. I liked the Oglebay fireworks, this is a spot near the fountain and busy on the Fourth. Now I do not have to go and fight the crowd. If you view click full screen.
https://vimeo.com/313857561
Jack, that was very nice. When I get a chance I am going to play with the 3D love the effects!!
Jessie is settling in and Babe is accepting him more now. He does try her patience at times and she soon lets him know. Doesn't hurt him but puts him in his place.
Waiting on a snow storm here ,started later today and may go into Wed. Stay warm and safe.
Playing with the 3D app and have a group of photos but unable to post here. In the Slide Show discussion I have placed a link to a group of photos that have things added to make them appear like video.
Rick, since I am totally chicken about downloading any "apps", I don't think it's necessary, BUT, I sure get a different menu between the computer that was updated from XP to Win.7 & then Win.10... compared with the HP laptop that came with Windows 10. My son prefers FireFox & dislikes my Google Chrome that I use. IE had gotten so out of date on my computer a long time ago that I never tried to update (it reminds me every time I "open with").... My old computers & the new one all connected right now, but am going crazy with the phones thinking everyone is a robo. At least family that calls all the time can get through but one friend hadn't called for a while & said she tried several times before I caught it before it rolled to the "the party you are calling does not have voice mail set up". I do have voice mail but it won't let me retrieve the messages & I won't go into all the problems with phones right now. :knuppel2:
Jack, I didn't notice the fireworks one, that's neat. When I find my password for Vimeo I'll show a couple different ones.... no collection like you put together. How did you do that?
RockDust.mp4 / 855KB of 855KB
https://vimeo.com/user2590444/review/313917020/a23dab3d69U
Un Oh.... Jack, neither of those links looks like yours so not sure what to post. I found my password but been a long time & either they've changed things or my memory is gone. :uglystupid2: I will post & see what happens.
Shirley, they couldn't find it!
Quote from: Shirley on January 28, 2019, 06:57:04 PMRick, since I am totally chicken about downloading any "apps", I don't think it's necessary, BUT, I sure get a different menu between the computer that was updated from XP to Win.7 & then Win.10... compared with the HP laptop that came with Windows 10. My son prefers FireFox & dislikes my Google Chrome that I use. IE had gotten so out of date on my computer a long time ago that I never tried to update (it reminds me every time I "open with").... My old computers & the new one all connected right now, but am going crazy with the phones thinking everyone is a robo. At least family that calls all the time can get through but one friend hadn't called for a while & said she tried several times before I caught it before it rolled to the "the party you are calling does not have voice mail set up". I do have voice mail but it won't let me retrieve the messages & I won't go into all the problems with phones right now. :knuppel2:
Jack, I didn't notice the fireworks one, that's neat. When I find my password for Vimeo I'll show a couple different ones.... no collection like you put together. How did you do that?
What is - "RockDust.mp4"
The link, as is, is no good. Try -
https://vimeo.com/user2590444
I like that peaceful place.
https://vimeo.com/313917020
Okay, I followed your link, Rick, & found another link where it says "share"...
That one worked for me, Mary, but must have been because it just remembered on MY computer. I don't know.... trial & error, my smarts left home long ago.
The story about the big rock slide was my youngest son was hiking up one side of the mountain, I was back in the RV taking a nap. Other son had to head back to KS 2 days early so youngest son set up a tent to sleep in (he really is allergic to cats so refused to sleep on the extra fold out bed in the RV... they boys sleep in the oldest one's camper & watch movies half the night/ he has a solar charger so keeps his batteries charged, I charge mine with generator during the day. Anyway, he does have a degree in geology & always been interested in rocks & this is the area where you see the rock hunters on TV (Mt. Antero, etc) so enjoys going off by himself. He heard a boom & saw the dust in the air across from where he was... thought maybe an earthquake... but never heard any more about it. He got 3 photos with his phone camera. He couldn't believe I didn't hear it but I was in the "valley". I don't know, even asked the camp host & wife if they knew... if possible dynamite, nobody knew. He didn't take long to get back to camp! This was one still photo before the added 3D. Goes fast, don't know how to make it a little longer.
I recall when you first posted that pic, and the story behind it (Great - I still have some recall :2funny: ). Maybe Jack can give a clue or two about slowing that down.
Hahaha... and me think I repeat myself now & then....
Shirley -
That was a good one for the 3D affect.
Good work Rick finding Shirleys link, and watched the rock slide and Chock creek, beautiful area.
I had goofed (as usual) I meant to post in photos directing them to this discussion, but good you have found my latest.
Shirley, I will have to give some thought to combining them. Lost the old program that Microsoft had, a good one. Now use an app from their store HD Movie Maker, but having a time working around in it. There is also a feature in photos that helps to combine, and given time I will look and see what is best.
Amy would love to see your two sorting out who is boss.
I posted several photos in the photo discussion. They are both frames from movies. Thanks to Shirley I was looking into the combining of photos and videos. I have a program from the Microsoft store and am posting a frame of all it does. I have used it to combine photos and videos for posting, but it has many other good features. Check it out.
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Shirley, I imagine that boom was scary. I watched the peaceful place video. I had forgotten it and enjoyed seeing it again.
We live close to a bombing range and I can hear the distant booms as the Navy pilots practice.
Jack, they are pure entertainment. Babe tolerates him well but will put him in his place when he has over stepped! He now weighs 21.8 lbs. and is all legs.
Mary Ann asked if I would post this in here as I did post it in another folder.
Hope everyone enjoys it.
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