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A Solid Strategy

Book: Open Heart, Book 2 Pairing: Dr. Ethan Ramsey x F!MC (Dr. Sawyer Brooks) Rating: General Warning: None Category: Rewrite; Angsty Fluff Word count: 1.1K Summary: Ethan loses his temper after Sawyer makes an impulsive decision.

“Sawyer!”

Ethan’s deep booming cry reverberated off the walls of the expansive atrium.  

She grabbed Lamar’s wrist just before he jumped off the narrow ledge. The confused man dangled precariously over the atrium as patients and staff watched in horror below.

Just as Sawyer’s feet lifted from the floor, Ethan slammed his body against hers, pinning her against the railing.

A strong arm wrapped around her waist, holding on for dear life, while another reached over the railing to grab Lamar’s flailing free hand. 

“I’m okay,” she promised with her feet once again planted firmly to the ground. “I’ve got this side. Let’s pull him up.” 

Together, they hauled their patient to safety and gently restrained him until additional help arrived. 

The scene was under control not long after. Lamar had been escorted back to his room by a couple of interns and hospital security. 

“Are you hurt?” Ethan asked, scanning Sawyer up and down.

She rubbed her abdomen where she had been crushed between him and the railing. “I’ll probably have some bruises tomorrow, but otherwise, I’m fine.”

“Are you sure?”

She nodded. 

“Then arrange the test and check in with Mrs. Stevenson to see if she has any questions about the procedure.”

He had already spun on his heel and started walking away before she could even say "Okay."

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A while later, Sawyer tracked her boss down to his private office. With the door ajar, she peered inside.

Ethan sat at his desk, seemingly in deep thought as he stared at a picture of his late friend Dolores. The framed photograph that Sawyer gifted him last Christmas.

“There you are,” she greeted. “Anesthesiology is short-staffed today, so we won’t be able to do Lamar’s spinal tap until tomorr-”

Sawyer jumped in surprise when Ethan stood and slammed his hands on the desk, cutting her off.

“Don’t you ever pull a stunt like that again. Do I make myself clear, Dr. Brooks?” he admonished.

The adrenaline rush had worn off. His neck turned crimson with fury as the feelings that had been suppressed by his body’s natural fight-or-flight response now bubbled to the surface. 

“W-What? I…,” she stammered, caught off guard by his severe tone and the use of her last name. “I-I’m sorry. I…I didn’t think. I just reacted.” 

“No, you didn’t. You didn’t think at all. A man that size could have easily pulled you over that railing with him. He nearly did!” 

“Ethan, I-”

He motioned for her to stop talking. “I don’t want to hear your excuses. You’re lucky I don’t write you up for demonstrating reckless behavior and poor judgment.”

“He would have died! I had to do something,” she argued, cheeks burning hot with indignation.

“Your job is to save lives with medicine. You were not hired to be a goddamn superhero.”

“He wasn’t in his right mind, Ethan. I wasn’t going to let him hurt himself. And I wasn’t going to let that poor woman watch the man she loves fall to his death.”

Her words only enraged him further. “But you would let me watch you,” he thought to himself. 

Ethan hung his head low and took a couple deep breaths to control his temper before speaking again. 

“It would have been a terrible and unfortunate circumstance if Mr. Stevenson had hurt himself, but it would have been much worse if I…,” he cleared his throat, correcting his course, “...if we had unnecessarily lost two lives.”

Sawyer silently processed his words, having caught his slip. 

The way she looked at him, it felt as though she was daring him to say what he really meant. And it infuriated him. 

Too proud to admit his feelings and determined to keep their relationship professional, he hid behind his condemnation.

“You’re done for the day. Go home. I’ll find someone to take over your cases,” he barked.

Fighting back tears of frustration, Sawyer nodded and walked away.

She was only halfway down the hall when she stopped in her tracks. Looking back toward the now closed office door, she replayed their interaction in her mind. Though his words were cutting, and his temperament harsh, Sawyer suddenly felt bad for him. She had seen this side of Ethan before. This was the lashing out of a man who was afraid of losing someone he cared about.

A moment later, the door to his office opened and closed. 

Ethan stood with his back to the door, staring out the window. 

“I thought I told you to go home,” he growled, seeing her reflection in the glass.

Sawyer approached him cautiously but confidently, refusing to be cowed by his anger.

He turned to face her, prepared for the impending clash. An accusation of insubordination readied on the tip of his tongue.

She stopped within arms reach. With soft eyes she met his scrutinizing ones, and she waited until he discerned there was no fight to be had. Then lunging forward, Sawyer wrapped her arms around his torso.

He remained rigid, arms hanging at his sides.

Resting her chin on his shoulder, she apologized softly in his ear. “I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to scare you. If the roles were reversed, I’d feel the same way about you.” 

After a few seconds, she swatted him between the shoulder blades. “Stop being a jerk and hug me back.”

Ethan finally surrendered. He folded his arms around her and rested his head against the side of hers. 

Exhaling a deep, shaky breath, he released his remaining tension. 

“I owe you an apology,” he began, still holding her tight. “Though I stand by the sentiment, I am sorry for losing my temper.”

Sawyer placed a tender kiss on his jacketed shoulder. “Thank you.”

After a long, indulgent embrace, he pulled back and sighed.

“Christ, Rookie. How do you always seem to find trouble? How can I ever let you out of my sight?”

“Uh-oh. You’re on to me,” she winked. 

“I am somewhat serious. Have you forgotten when I found you turning blue behind the nurses’ station? Or your ethics trial?”

“Pft,” she waved him off. 

“Have you already forgotten when you nearly broke your neck at the Stevenson’s yesterday? And now we get to add being dragged over the balcony to that heart-stopping list.”

“Well…,” she shrugged her shoulders, “I did end up in your arms each of those times. So my evil plan must be working.”

With an endearing smile, she squeezed his hand and turned for the door. 

“Where are you going?”

“You ordered me to go home. If I leave now I might still catch the 3:30 train. And don’t worry, I’ll try not to get mugged or pushed onto the tracks,” she teased.

“Don’t even joke about that,” he warned with a shake of his head. “Give me a minute,” he instructed, pocketing his wallet and keys. “I’ll drive you home.” 

“See? It's a solid strategy.”

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Northrop Grumman releases new photo of B-21 Raider, after receiving prestigious award from Aviation Week magazine

Fernando Valduga By Fernando Valduga 03/21/2024 - 22:28in Military

Northrop Grumman Corporation received the Aviation Week Grand Laureate Award in the defense category for its role as the main contractor in the delivery of the B-21 Raider to the United States Air Force. Aviation Week announced the Grand Laureate winners at its 66ª annual Laureate award in Washington, D.C.

"On behalf of the entire B-21 Raider national team, Northrop Grumman is honored to receive this prestigious award," said Tom Jones, corporate vice president and president of Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems. "The Grand Laureate represents the pioneering spirit, innovative technology and pioneering approach to contract management that gave life to the world's first sixth-generation aircraft."

In the fall of 2023, the U.S. Air Force confirmed that the first B-21 test vehicle had entered a flight test, followed by a low-rate initial production premium. The aircraft is currently undergoing a robust flight test campaign run by the B-21 Combined Test Force at Edwards Air Base in California. The program continues to meet all technical, schedule and accessibility requirements of the Department of Defense on its way to operational capacity.

Developed with the next generation of stealth technology, advanced network capabilities and open systems architecture, the B-21 Raider will serve as the backbone of the U.S. bomber fleet. Capable of carrying conventional and nuclear loads, the B-21 will be one of the most effective aircraft in the sky, with the ability to use a wide combination of isolated and direct attack ammunition.

“This bomber will be able to defend our country with new weapons that have not yet been invented,” said U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin when the B-21 was launched in the spring of 2023. "Even the most sophisticated anti-aircraft systems will have difficulty detecting the B-21." The Raider is also "multifunctional," says Austin. "He can do anything."

Details about the progress of the program were only made available in pieces from the beginning, because the myth of secrecy surrounds the project. Only a few scattered observers recorded the start of the first flight on November 10, 2023, which took the Raider prototype from its place of origin in Palmdale to Edwards Air Base for posterity. Since that day, things have been calm in relation to the B-21. The manufacturer and the U.S. Air Force remained silent about the status of the flight tests. All that is confirmed is that they are happening and that they are obviously on schedule.

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Aviation photographer and pilot since 1992, he has participated in several events and air operations, such as Cruzex, AirVenture, Dayton Airshow and FIDAE. He has works published in specialized aviation magazines in Brazil and abroad. He uses Canon equipment during his photographic work in the world of aviation.

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1 hour is the average flight time from Paris to Cologne. By Train average 5 hours.

But…… The evidence doesn't lie, people do.

SH signed for Hyrox Cologne, but he did not compete. As a result, Hyrox now has information about the athlete for future registrations.

#HyroxCologne2024

Posted 14th April 2024

@imahalfemptykindofgirl After seeing no more photographic evidences of SH completing the Hyrox Glasgow competition. I've been thinking about it. Up to one week before the event, SH may make changes to his participation in the country where the event takes place. During the Hyrox Glasgow race, SH had a new athlete who was allowed to compete under the SH name without proper ID verification. It just depends on who was working at the check-in. If it’s a volunteer (possibly a friend or acquaintance of SH) they didn’t care. If a real Hyrox employee was working at the check-in counter he would have forced the proper registration and transfer of information to the new participant. You will be identified in the athlete test, so it can be difficult unless you look alike. I wonder which athlete was not identified through testing, so he was able to run under SH’s name.

This should be investigated by Hyrox Glasgow staff. In Cologne, Germany, the situation was different for SH. He didn't know anyone willing to give them his ticket, so he didn't participate in the event. It's unclear why he didn't submit his registration change request in advance, as there was a waiting list of people who wanted to take his place. It was his decision not to compete in the Hyrox event in Cologne, and instead, he wanted to walk around Paris to be recognised by his fans wearing a new version of Oliver Peoples sunglasses 😎

@chismesdeker…. [Nati met Jamieeeee Thanks for the photo ❤️]

Unfortunately, due to his failure to report, a more dedicated and responsible competitor missed out on the opportunity to participate in Hyrox Cologne.

No disciplinary action was taken against him as he did not participate in the competition, hence he did not break any rules. However, it is important to note that each participant is expected to behave in an honourable manner according to the RULES OF CONDUCT, and his conduct displayed a lack of sportsmanship. Signing up and then dropping out is not a respectable attitude.

By the way, this is the sunglasses 🕶️

[cryptic-64]

The Mysterious case of: Annie Borjesson

30 year old Annie Borjesson was a Swedish woman who lived in Edinburgh. She was preparing to fly from her home back to Sweden for a well-anticipated Christmas trip, she had even booked a hair appointment for her return and also paid a month of her rent in advance.

On December 3rd 2005, she leaves for her trip and airport CCTV footage captures her alone making her way to check in for her flight: when suddenly for an unknown reason she turns around and heads back out of the airport and walks off towards the local beach.

She is not seen again.

December 4th 2005, a man walking his dog came across a disturbing and saddening scene, a young woman lying still, face down under a sea wall along Prestwick beach, Scotland.

The man contacted the police, they arrived promptly in just 10 minutes and were able to positively identify her by some items found alongside her body, it was Annie Borjesson, found dead just 80 miles from her home in Edinburgh.

Between her disappearance and discovery there is only one unconfirmed report of a witness claiming to see a woman matching her description, standing at the water's edge, staring off into the distance at around 4:30pm.

Oddly Annie’s remains were moved to a mortuary within just 100 minutes from the time she was found, leaving speculation that they were unable to completely investigate any forensic evidence that could be found on scene. Investigators reason that it was due to the rising tide.

December 5th 2005, a letter from the Scottish authorities claims they suspect her cause of death was a suicide but they had not yet conducted a post-mortem investigation as of yet.

However Annie’s family firmly denied any suspicion of suicide, saying they have no reason to believe their daughter would do that.

Her autopsy was conducted at Ayr Hospital, in which her cause of death was concluded to be most likely drowning, however the report also states there was no evidence of trauma or any significant injuries, however that wasn’t what the undertaker who handled her body would say.

The undertaker who was responsible for sending her body back to Sweden says they observed “significant bruising to her body which, for reasons I cannot explain to you, I believe was not included in her autopsy report.” They specifically expressed that her body was in “extremely poor” condition.

Then the undertaker who received her body observed “finger marks around her neck”, and “extensive bruising on her body like someone had repeatedly hit her”. They also described Annie’s beautiful long blonde hair that was now chopped into a rough bob with a reported bald patch “as though someone had just grabbed it and ripped it right out of her head.”

Also tests performed on her body found microscopic creatures that come from a freshwater environment, which is strange considering she was found and supposedly drowned in the Firth of Clyde, which is salt water.

In 2023 a journalist named Hazel Martin filed a ‘Freedom of Information’ request for photos taken during Annie’s first forensic examination but was refused as it was deemed to be “not in the public’s interest.” Similarly Annie’s family have also been denied access to these photographs for the same reason.

Annie’s family believe she was beaten, drowned and placed at Prestwick beach.

One leading theory presented by journalist Kristina Börjesson states that U.S intelligence was flying suspected terrorists to various places worldworld, and they notoriously used Prestwick Airport to get prisoners from the Middle East to other prisons. The theory insinuates that agents must have somehow mistaken Annie for a suspect, which ultimately leads to her death. Adding more fuel to the theory another journalist requested to see any correspondence between the Swedicsh and Scottish governments regarding Annie’s death, but was refused because any material could “harm their relations with a foreign state”.

It is also known that Annie’s case is considered a “Classified State Secret” in Sweden.

A young woman’s supposed suicide is a classified state secret? How odd.

Rest in peace, Annie Borjesson.

#crime #truecrime #eerie #horror #creepy #tw murder #murder mystery

[myarrakeenbrainscape]

My Arrakeen Brainscape

Today marks the 15th day of my sobriety and I once again realize how life-or-death necessary it is for me to change a number of things and on a very fundamental level - quitting drinking is really just a small part of it. In the self constructed bomb that is my life, while alcohol may be the explosive, it's a vast and intricate ignition system that is my thoughts; and the ignition system needs to fucking go.

I've a pretty good life right now (I'm actually steeped in debt and recently got a collections letter from the IRS, but it's all manageable, at least) that is constantly colored by negative thought patterns.

For instance, I'm a photographer in NYC. I own my own studios in one of the most expensive neighborhoods in Brooklyn, and my work forks into two increasingly and ever-more successful brands that have the capacity to build me a pretty fine, and even enviable, existence.

On Wednesday and Thursday of this week I provided corporate photography for a global brand that is a household name. That brand paid me $2500/day for two days - or 6 months of my home rent. The day after my two day corporate assignment, I switched gears and donned my fashion photography identity - providing test photography for an inarguably beautiful model that is represented by one of the world's most well known and powerful modeling agencies. And not only that, but they paid me for it (getting a modeling agency to pay you is hard. Very, very hard).

To top things off, the girl I worked with was fairly flirtatious and we're scheduled to meet up again next week for a second half of our shoot (she had to leave early and make a flight back to LA).

And yet, despite all this, my default mental response to this is to tell myself that the global brand (inferior X) I worked with is still not global brand (superior Y), and that the girl I worked (hyper-beautiful flawless skin X) is still not (even more hyper-beautiful flawless skin Y). My brain likes to perpetuate this 24/7 impostor monologue, where brands that hire me and agencies that commission me have been tricked into doing so - that the better choice out there wasn't available that day. That the better choice available simply hasn't been discovered and remains out of their sight line.

As well, I haven't been to a physical AA meeting since Tuesday and, as a result, can feel myself regressing into the drinking me - the guy whose brain is responsible for beautiful things and is responsible for disgusting things.

Brains are like worlds - it's accomplishments and thoughts originating from the Renaissance periods of Italy and The Industrial Ages of America; the acts of repulsion and disgust coming from places like the most violent inner cities of Somalia.

Today I was walking down the block towards work and I couldn't help but think about how nice it was to do so with a clear head. I can't even really describe what a hangover is like, or the mental state it places you in. I think in the past people liken it to machinery with broken parts - two gears failing to connect here, a ratchet failing to click there.

In all actuality, it's more like the machinery in its entirety being replaced and by something outdated and secondhand; like somebody went into your computer the night before and replaced the CPU, motherboard, ram, and hard drive with a bunch of that even in 1999 were considered shit. The tower looks the same, and the software hasn't changed, but it struggles to run and is prone to crashes.

#sobriety #sober #sober thoughts #clean and sober #clean living #cleancore #mental health #healthylifestyle

[evoldir]

Fwd: Postdoc: USDA_LoganUtah.Pollinator.eDNA

Begin forwarded message: > From: [email protected] > Subject: Postdoc: USDA_LoganUtah.Pollinator.eDNA > Date: 20 December 2023 at 06:07:21 GMT > To: [email protected] > > > *Position:  *Research Biologist - Postdoctoral Research Associate > > *Salary Range:  *$69,107 – $89,835 > > > > The *Pollinating Insect Research Unit (PIRU) of the Agricultural Research > Service *is searching for a postdoctoral researcher in Entomology.  This is > a full-time, *time-limited appointment initially for 13 months*, with > possible extension(s) of appointment to a total of 4 years contingent on > performance and funding availability.  The researcher will be working > directly with Jonathan Koch and Michael Branstetter in *Logan, UT*.  The > assignment is to develop and test non-lethal, low impact survey methods to > obtain as much information as possible on wild bees (e.g., Family, Genus, > Species, as applicable) and plant visitation on USFWS refuges in > California. The incumbent will be required to conduct field work on USFWS > refuges in California during the bee flight season. To achieve non-lethal > methods for species identification, the incumbent will use and develop > molecular methods, computational skills, high quality photographic imaging > methods, and metabarcoding approaches to 1) assemble and analyze new > genomic data from eDNA samples and museum specimens to make > species-identifications; eDNA samples will be achieved through non-lethal > swabbing of bees, collection of flowering plants, and deployment of > artificial flowers to attract bee visitors, 2) conduct plant-pollinator > interaction assessments and vegetation surveys in the field using > high-quality photography; 3) develop a framework for high-quality image and > DNA capture of museum specimens to support a reference library for image > and DNA-based approaches for species-identification, 4) develop and > integrate novel bioinformatics pipelines for genomics, including the use of > artificial intelligence methods. The knowledge required for this position > is the following: bee ecology, metabarcoding knowledge, conservation > genomics, next-generation sequencing, field safety, computer programming > (Linux, python, R), and photography. *Qualification Requirements*:  Ph.D. > in biological sciences or related disciplines appropriate to this > position.  Applicants must meet basic Office of Personnel Management (OPM) > Qualification Standard’s requirements of the scientific discipline > necessary to perform the duties and responsibilities of this position. > > Applicants must also meet *U.S. citizenship or permanent residents who > meet certain eligibility requirements may apply*.  Additional information > on the employment of non-citizens can be found at: > https://ift.tt/o2SERXF. > > To apply for the position please send 1) cover letter detailing your > interest and fit for the position, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) contact > information for three professional references, and 4) unofficial > transcripts to [email protected]. Review of applications begin on > *Friday, December 29, 2023*. > > *****ARS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider ***** > > Jonathan Koch

#IFTTT #Email

[nicklloydnow]

“As Erik Loomis retells the story, mission commander Jerry Carr, science pilot Ed Gibson and pilot William Pogue were in the midst of what would become a record 84-day mission, the last before the spacecraft was to be decommissioned, when they rebelled against NASA’s remorseless work schedule.

They knew before going up that the pace would be punishing -- 84 days of 16 hours each without a break, filled with minute-by-minute scheduling for observations of the sun and Comet Kohoutek, medical tests, photographing of the Earth below, and four spacewalks.

Other astronauts on the ground team, including the commanders of the previous two Skylab missions, advised NASA that the plans were unreasonable. None of the three astronauts on the Skylab 4 mission had been in space before, but NASA hadn’t factored in any time for them to become acclimated to conditions aloft. They were plainly overscheduled. In fact, Pogue almost immediately came down with debilitating nausea.

(…)

Almost instantly the crew fell behind schedule, and with no give in the workload, couldn’t catch up. After a month, Gibson was grousing that the mission resembled “a 33-day fire drill.” Carr informed ground control, “We would never work 16 hours a day for 84 straight days on the ground, and we should not be expected to do it here in space.”

The crew gained the reputation of “complainers,” and their exchanges with Houston lost their civility. Finally, a couple of days after Christmas, Carr wired a manifesto earthward: “We need more time to rest. We need a schedule that is not so packed. We don’t want to exercise after a meal. We need to get things under control.”

Houston’s response was chilly: The crew had to meet its schedule. On Dec. 28, the crew staged its strike. (In some accounts, it’s called a “mutiny,” which is surely too harsh.) Carr turned off the radio link with the ground and crew members spent a full day relaxing, taking things at their own pace and pursuing projects of their own.

The ground crew, stuck at the far end of a dead radio hookup, had no choice but to fume impotently. When Skylab came back online, NASA was much more amenable to discussion. Houston agreed to afford the crew full rest and meal breaks, and replace its minute-by-minute schedules with a list of tasks to be completed, leaving it to the crew to manage its own time.

(…)

But the one-day strike did force a lasting reconsideration of crew management upon NASA, contends Samir Chopra of Brooklyn College. NASA treated the crew as expendable instruments of its schedule, but Skylab 4 showed that when push came to shove the astronauts had all the control in their own hands.

Once in space, they were no longer replaceable robots and had to be treated as responsible partners if the mission was to be completed successfully. “Highly trained military types and scientists fully convinced of the value of their work are likely to push back when placed in an artificially controlled, too-tightly-regulated environment,” Chopra observed. “The lessons here are not just for manned space flight, but for any workplace environment that approximates its conditions, whether in space or on Earth.”

Loomis concludes, however, that the lessons of Skylab 4 have limited application. It’s not common for employees to have the control over management that the crew could exercise merely by turning off their radio, threatening work valued a millions of dollars a day. There wasn’t much to be learned even by 1970s labor activists from the strike in space.

“It’s hard to make new demands of employers when those employers are just going to move the jobs to Mexico, as was happening throughout the 1970s,” Loomis writes. Union organizing was heading into a dark age then, the Skylab strike notwithstanding, thanks to “the rise of conservatism and the growth of the powerful corporate lobby with the open intent of crushing the American labor movement,” he adds. We’re still living with the consequences.”

#nasa #astronauts #strike #organised labour #organized labor #union

[if-you-fan-a-fire]

"PREMIER RUNS PRESS RAGGED BY SPEED IN WAR FIRM TOUR," Toronto Star. October 10, 1942. Page 8. --- Mr. King Sees Everything in Huge Machine-Gun Plant --- LAUDS GIRLS' PART ---- Prime Minister King is in good condition physically. He must be. For after a lightning tour of the big John Inglis plant Friday, he left" a party of newspaper reporters and photographers gasping. He climbed stairs and walked down stairs rapidly. He walked briskly down long buildings, buildings as long and as wide as a football field. He walked through long yards. The newspaper group, at the conclusion of the tour of the empire's biggest machine-gun factory, promptly looked for places to sit down and get a rest.

With A. L. Ainsworth. vice-president. Mr. King walked through the marine engine plant, seeing the raw product and finally the finished en- cine intended for one of Canada's naval vessels, He saw thousands of men and girls working on machine- guns and clips. then climbed into " basement room where women were firing guns. He took a peek through the telescope which "spots" for Bren guns. He did not fire a gun, though, since work went on steadily all through the tour.

Crossing from one plant to another, a sergeant of the Inglis security guard stood directly in front the prime minister. "Where's your pass?" he asked. Mr. King stopped for a second and then the sergeant stepped aside at Mr. Ainsworth's wave.

At the foot of a flight of stairs, where there was barely room for two people to pass, a man was standing. King stopped. "What's your name?" he asked. The man replied with. "What's yours?"

"W. L King is my name," the prime minister replied. shaking hands and laughing heartily. Delighted with Production He stopped several times to chat with both men and women employees of the plant, telling them they had a grave responsibility and declaring he was delighted with the production figures. He inspected plant charts which showed absenteeism and said he was greatly impressed with the plant.

"I am surprised to see the large propertion of women workers," said Mr. King as he emerged from his whirlwind trip. "Our Canadian women are not idle. They realize that we are fighting for freedom. I noticed, too, how efficient the women are and how clever they are at their intricate machine work. I haven't been here for some time and therefore its a real surprise to see how the women have taken over so many jobs that the men were doing. It's a splendid work they are doing and they are all so happy at their jobs. They were all smiling I noticed, too."

The first stop that the prime minister made was at a table where a middle-aged woman was testing gun barrels.

"He asked me what I was doing. so I explained the job to him," she said. "Did you know who he was?" "Why, of course, I did!"

Irma Larsen. the first girl employed at the Inglis plant following the declaration of war, received special attention from Mr. King. "How do you like being in charge. of so many ladies he queried, stepping into the noisy little office, in the centre of the plant. "It's the best," said Miss Larsen, with a wide smile. "It's tops."

"Doing Great Work" The prime minister laughed and said to Miss Larsen. "That's great. Please give my best wishes to everybody in the plant. They are doing great war work."

"Til tell them," promised Miss Larsen.

Driver Phyllis Morrow, smart in her chauffeur's uniform, stood stiffly at attention when the official party came out of the gates to the prime minister's car. He stepped over to the pretty girl.

"I am impressed with the work the girls are doing at this plant."

Mr. King said, adding, "Have your any relatives overseas?"

"Yes, sir," Driver Phyllis replied, "a brother, Bud Morrow. He is in the Canadian Signal Corps."

"How do you like your job, and what are your duties?" "I like this job fine," Miss Morrow answered. "I drive cars and guide important people through the plant."

A driller, Gladys Morton, told the Premier that she has been on the job 10 months. "I am simply doing my duty," she insisted, at which the premier said, "Good girl."

Women particularly paid keen attention to the visit of the prime minister. And every feminine face wore a wide smile, and Mr. King returned them all with a nod and a wave of his hat. Photon caption:

MR. KING CHATS WITH WAR WORKER WILLIAM GRACEY

#toronto #john inglis plant #munitions plant #bren gun #machine gun factory #munitions workers #war workers #women workers #women at war #prime minister of canada #mackenzie king #mackenzie king government #press tour #press publicity #war propaganda #government of canada #canada during world war 2 #home front

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Drones and their Applications in Different Sectors

Drones, also known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), have gained significant popularity and are being utilized in various sectors due to their versatility and efficiency. These small aircraft, controlled remotely or autonomously, have revolutionized several industries by providing innovative solutions to complex challenges. In this article, we will explore the applications of drones in different sectors, highlighting their benefits and potential implications.

Agriculture 

Drones are transforming the agriculture industry by enabling precision farming techniques. Equipped with high-resolution cameras and sensors, drones can capture aerial imagery and collect valuable data about crop health, moisture levels, and soil conditions. This data helps farmers optimize resource allocation, monitor crop growth, and detect signs of disease or pests. Drones also facilitate the targeted application of fertilizers and pesticides, reducing waste and increasing efficiency.

Construction and Infrastructure

In the construction and infrastructure sector, drones are used for surveying, mapping, and monitoring project sites. They can quickly and accurately collect aerial data, creating detailed topographic maps, 3D models, and progress reports. Drones equipped with thermal cameras and LiDAR sensors enable the identification of structural issues, improving safety and reducing the risk of accidents. Additionally, drones can be employed for site inspections, reducing the need for manual labor and saving time and costs.

Photography and Videography

Drones have revolutionized the field of photography and videography by providing unique aerial perspectives. Professional photographers and filmmakers use drones to capture breathtaking aerial shots for various purposes, including movies, documentaries, real estate listings, and events. Drones equipped with high-resolution cameras and stabilization systems offer high-quality imagery and smooth footage, adding a new dimension to visual storytelling.

Environmental Monitoring and Conservation

Drones play a crucial role in environmental monitoring and conservation efforts. They can be used to survey and map ecosystems, track wildlife populations, and monitor changes in vegetation. Drones equipped with specialized sensors, such as thermal or multispectral cameras, can detect and analyze environmental factors like temperature, humidity, and pollution levels. This data helps researchers and conservationists make informed decisions regarding habitat preservation, wildlife management, and environmental impact assessments.

Search and Rescue

Drones are increasingly utilized in search and rescue operations, particularly in remote or hazardous areas. Equipped with cameras, thermal sensors, and GPS technology, drones can quickly cover large areas and provide real-time aerial footage to aid in locating missing persons or assessing emergency situations. Drones can also deliver essential supplies, such as medical supplies or communication devices, to individuals in need, providing life-saving assistance.

Logistics and Delivery

In the logistics and delivery sector, drones are being explored as a means of efficient and speedy transportation. Companies are testing drone delivery systems for delivering packages, medical supplies, or emergency aid to remote areas or during disaster situations. Drones offer the potential to bypass traditional transportation challenges, reduce delivery times, and minimize carbon emissions.

Implications and Challenges

While drones offer numerous benefits, their increased use also raises certain concerns. Privacy is a significant issue, as drones can capture imagery and collect data without individuals’ consent. Regulations and guidelines are being developed to address privacy concerns and ensure responsible drone usage. Safety is another critical consideration, as drones must be operated within designated airspace and adhere to flight regulations to prevent accidents or interference with other aircraft.

Conclusion

Drones have emerged as valuable tools in various sectors, revolutionizing industries with their ability to capture data, provide aerial perspectives, and perform tasks efficiently. From agriculture and construction to photography and search and rescue, drones are reshaping the way we work and interact with the world. As the technology continues to advance, addressing privacy, safety, and regulatory challenges will be essential to fully harness the potential of drones and ensure their responsible integration into different sectors.

FAQs

1. Are there any legal restrictions on flying drones?

Yes, there are legal restrictions on flying drones in many countries. These restrictions vary based on factors such as airspace regulations, maximum altitude limits, and requirements for drone registration or licensing. It is important to familiarize yourself with the local regulations and obtain the necessary permissions before flying a drone.

2. Can drones be used for surveillance purposes?

While drones can be equipped with cameras for various applications, the use of drones for surveillance purposes must comply with legal and ethical considerations. Surveillance activities should respect privacy rights and adhere to applicable laws and regulations governing surveillance.

3. What are the limitations of drone technology?

Drone technology has certain limitations, such as limited battery life, range, and payload capacity. Weather conditions, such as strong winds or heavy rain, can also affect drone operations. Additionally, the autonomous capabilities of drones are still evolving, and human intervention may be required in certain situations.

4. How can drones contribute to disaster management?

Drones can play a crucial role in disaster management by providing real-time situational awareness, conducting damage assessments, and aiding in search and rescue operations. They can access areas that are difficult for humans to reach quickly and provide valuable data to support emergency response efforts.

5. Are drones cost-effective?

Drones can offer cost-effective solutions in various sectors. They can reduce labor and operational costs, increase efficiency, and provide valuable data without the need for expensive and time-consuming manual processes. However, the overall cost-effectiveness depends on factors such as the specific application, operational requirements, and initial investment in drone equipment and training.

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Welcome to Earth, Where We Just Can’t Keep Our Feet on the Ground!

Citizens of Earth know the score: from the old photographs of biplanes tacked to the wall of the historic bar to the ruby red heads of shiny rockets peeking out from backyards, this city has always been a pilot’s town. 

Established in 1906 as first an airfield for early flight experimentation, and later known as a test pilot’s paradise, the city of Earth, Ohio, stretches across many miles of green parks, tree-lined streets, and exceptionally blue skies. Additional acreage outside city limits includes golden cornfields, plus grazing and woodland. And in and around town, you’ll find many dazzling attractions, shopping and dining, and opportunities for arts and culture. 

No matter what your preference, there’s always something to do in the city of Earth—whether your feet are firmly planted on the ground or your head is in the clouds!

Let us show you around!

PLAY HERE 

From skydiving to hang gliding, rocket rides, and aerial displays … to hot air balloons, jetpacking, kite shows, and private flight lessons, Ohio Earthlings are never starved for recreation—and our skies are always full of wonder. Plus, we have many terrestrial attractions as well! Catch up on some old-world reading at our nationally recognized pulp museum, explore our local hiking trails, or join us for planetside events like antique terrestrial car shows or holiday parades!

SHOP HERE

Our new hover mall offers shoppers everything they could possibly need—from modern furniture displays to antiques, housewares, sporting equipment, televisions, shoes, clothing, and more—all in one convenient overhead location! Earth’s city council firmly believes that in the future, we’ll all be shopping at floating malls with ample hoverparking. And contrary to popular belief, these megastores don’t take anything away from main streets, small businesses, or our local Andromeda Heights neighborhood, which all lie directly beneath this sky behemoth!   

EAT HERE 

There’s no fresher food experience than the one you’ll find in the city of Earth, where many grocers and restaurants are supplied by local agriculture. Even our new autoautomat sources from Liquid Sunshine Farms or Gator Land Ranch, two holdings run entirely by Floridian refugees and responsible for some of the most impressive and flavorful yields our town has ever seen! 

LIVE HERE 

If you lived here, you’d be skydiving, parachuting, or landing a rocket by now. With the influx of space workers as well as Floridians, our city’s population has exploded in the last ten years. Whether you see yourself in the cozy apartments and historic row or multi-family housing of Andromeda Heights, the suburban ranches and sprawling backyards of John’s Glenn, or among the tight-knit prefabs and mobile rocket housing in Luna Park—not to mention our many farmhouses and acreages just outside town—we want to say, “Welcome to Earth!” 

Earth, named one of the country’s Best Hometowns in 2145, continues to be one of Ohio’s most innovative and exciting communities to live, work, and visit.

And rumors of a dwindling main street, small business obsolescence, or disgruntlement from long-time residents over lack of access to the Event Horizon zone are greatly exaggerated…

SNEAK A PEEK AT ONE OF FOUR SUGGESTED THEMES & SUBPLOTS FOR EARTHLINGS...

The Great Rocket Men Invasion… Space workers or “Rocket Men” are persons who work in space but maintain a residence on Earth—such as flight path toll attendants or pilots of 18-thruster vessels—and for the past decade or so, they’ve been moving to Earth, Ohio, in droves. While many Earthlings are welcoming, others are tired of the rapid growth and rising housing costs associated with the population boom. Space men go home!

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DRONE LAWS.. DO YOU NEED TO FOLLOW THEM?

Drones are remarkable pieces of technology. For hobby pilots, flying a small unmanned aircraft at high speeds is better with the incredible video capture to record your flight. For the entrepreneurial pilot, drones have become a way to photograph structures, events and even wash windows. It should be no surprise that there will be laws and regulations involved when talking about high-speed aircraft. Understanding the laws surrounding drone operation is key to staying safe and reducing the chances of ending up with a fine. We are covering federal regulations and a few state regulations. Contact local law enforcement agencies for more information about your state or municipality. No harm ever came from a call.

All drones over 250 grams or just over half a pound must be registered with the FAA (The Federal Aviation Administration), regardless of their use. To differentiate some of the laws surrounding drones, there are two categories: recreational and commercial. As you will see, most drone laws are based on safety and ensuring responsible users are piloting drones.

RECREATIONAL LAWS

In layman’s terms, recreational drone use is anything for your enjoyment. Flying your drone for fun or taking pictures of the beach for your enjoyment are examples of recreational drone use.

REGISTER AND LABEL YOUR DRONE

As stated earlier, owners must register any drone over half a pound. Registration costs five dollars and is valid for three years. Once registration is complete, you can label the drone with the registration number. Having the ID on the drone allows someone to return it if found or contact the owner if there is a crash. You will need a copy of the registration while piloting the drone; this also extends to anyone else who may borrow your drone. Recently, the FAA changed this rule to require all drones to have a remote ID, not just a simple label strip. Remote IDs are transmitters either attached or, in many cases, just updated software that broadcasts the drone’s information to other parties. Information transmitted includes its flight path, model number, altitude, and speed. Anyone who has watched a flight tracker can visualize the information displayed.

PASS THE RECREATIONAL UAS SAFETY TEST (TRUST)

Like taking your driving test, all drone pilots must take the The Recreational UAS Safety Test or TRUST. The test is separated into four parts. These descriptions are taken directly from the FAA website.

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Fearing war with Iran, Israel asks the United States to approve the sale of 25 F-15EX fighters soon

Fernando Valduga By Fernando Valduga 04/02/2024 - 19:47 in Military

The consequences of the Israeli airstrike on the Iranian Embassy in Damascus, Syria, on April 1º 2024, may mean that Israel defied an open war with Iran. Although it is militarily superior in the Middle East, and always has the support of the United States, the many fronts that Jews have to face make Israel need to prepare for various scenarios. One scenario to face the war with Iran and other Middle Eastern countries is to request the accelerated delivery of the purchase of 25 F-15EX fighters.

President Joe Biden's administration is considering whether to authorize the huge $18 billion arms transfer package to Israel, which includes the acquisition of dozens of F-15EX fighters along with weapons, three sources familiar with the matter said.

The sale of 25 Boeing F-15EX jets to Israel has been under review since the United States received a formal order in January 2023, one of the sources said. Accelerating the delivery of the planes was one of the main requests of the Israeli Defense Minister, Yoav Gallant, who visited Washington last week and held talks with those responsible ?? Americans, including National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan and Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin.

Seeing the escalation that is taking place in the Middle East, a source said that the U.S. is now considering accelerating the sale of F-15EX fighters to Israel. The Israeli Air Force also said it intends to double the number of orders in question.

The official Request Letter (LOR) for the purchase of the F-15EX fighters was sent by the Israeli Government to the U.S. Government last week. LOR is the first stage of the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) process. Indonesia had already submitted a LOR for the F-15EX acquisition plan. After sending the LOR, only then will the Agency for Cooperation for the Security of Defense (DSCA) disclose the information of the offer along with the value of the sale.

The Israeli Air Force wants 25 new F-15EX and, in parallel, will also upgrade 25 of its F-15I variants to the same avionic configuration as the F-15EX, except for the fly-by-wire system. The Israeli Air Force currently operates 50 F-15 A/B/C/D variants and 25 F-15I variants.

F-15I

When Israel made the decision to buy more F-15 and F-35, it was based on the assumption that in future combat scenarios the targets would be protected by advanced air defense systems. This would require the first wave of F-35 to neutralize the enemy's air defense systems and then the role of the F-15 to carry out subsequent attacks on enemy territory.

Although Israel has asked to speed up the acquisition of the F-15EX and Washington is considering doing so, on the other hand, it is not easy for Boeing to accelerate the production of the F-15EX, unless this is done through a 'change' in the production queue of the F-15EX (Eagle II) commissioned by the U.S. Air Force (USAF).

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Aviation photographer and pilot since 1992, he has participated in several events and air operations, such as Cruzex, AirVenture, Dayton Airshow and FIDAE. He has works published in specialized aviation magazines in Brazil and abroad. He uses Canon equipment during his photographic work in the world of aviation.

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UFOS DELUGE PENTAGON

LOS ANGLES (OnlineColumnist.com), Jan. 13, 2023.--Pentagon officials logged 510 reports of Unidentified Flying Objects [UFOs], many of which flying dangerously close to sensitive military airspace, including nuclear power facilities or nuclear storage areas. Nothing in the Pentagon report suggested the presence of extraterrestrials, something that surrounds reports of UFOs since the 1947 crash in Roswell, NM of a military balloon with metallic components, prompting media speculation about aliens.  Pentagon opened the All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office, responsible for analyzing UFO reports largely from military pilots traveling at high speeds on normal surveillance missions. Anomaly Resolution Office works closely with intel agencies to cross check unknown UFO reports.  Events “continue to occur in restricted or sensitive airspace, highlighting possible concerns for safety or flight or adversary collection activity,” said a Director of National Intelligence [ODNI] report.

Pentagon officials have battled for over 70 years, since the Roswell crash, the media’s accusations of a government cover-up when it comes to UFOs.  Popular radio and TV shows often characterize the government’s response to UFOs as a cover-up, largely because many of the test sites are top secret and restricted..  ODNI’s report remains classified, further breeding speculation about a government cover-up of UFO activity. Given the ubiquitous nature of Unarmed Aerial Vehicles [UAVs], new drone technology makes it difficult for the Pentagon to fully identify surveillance over sensitive government facilities. When you consider the amount of enemy surveillance or corporate espionage going on near nuclear power facilities or nuclear weapons sites, it’s no wonder that there were 396 reports of new UFO reports, added to 144 previously reported incidents.

Reviewing the 510 objects reported, the Anomaly Resolution Office determined that the objects studied had “unremarkable characteristics,” identified as UAVs largely with the intent of surveillance either domestically or by foreign powers.  Unmanned aerial systems are more commonplace than ever, with anyone capable of buying a wide variety of drones, with cameras or surveillance equipment.  Still, no matter how UFOs are dismissed, the public still doubts government explanations, believing that there’s a cover-up of more sensitive information.  Most UFO sightings come from military aircraft too vague in their photographic reproduction to conclude anything, let along an extraterrestrial spacecraft.  Many fighter pilot sightings can’t explain the extraordinary high rates of speed making capturing clear images next to impossible, leaving the Pentagon without any real answers.

Tempting for the new office of All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office giving unsatisfactory answers to scientists study UFOs.  When it comes to high speed sighting, it’s clear the that image capture technology isn’t sufficient to identify flying object.  Explaining away all UFOs a unmanned aerial vehicles doesn’t come close to figuring out the nature of the unidentified flying objects.  When it came to the 1947 Roswell incident, the government was quick to provide a downed weather balloon as proof that there were no flying saucers or alien spacecrafts only the remains of crashed weather balloon.  Pentagon’s news office appears more designed to silence the press and public who overwhelmingly [65%] believe in extraterrestrial life no matter how much the government tries to refute it.  Pentagon’s All-Domain Anomaly Office hopes to destigmatize the public from reporting on UFOs.

Getting the public to stop conjecturing about UFOs isn’t easy, largely because the public holds certain magical beliefs about the presence of extraterrestrial life.  Pop culture has many examples of long-running, popular shows about UFOs.  Like most organized religions or religious cults, follower harbor strong believe about the presence of extraterrestrial life, regardless of scientific facts.  Pentagon’s new UFO office hopes to increase the amount of UFO sightings by de-stigmatizing the process of reporting.  No matter how much the office attributes new sightings to unmanned aerial vehicles, like surveillance drone, the public still believes in life beyond the planet, hoping for some Shangri-la where an imaginary paradise replaces ordinary existence.  UFOs offer the average person hopes that there’s life beyond earth, something that gives beaten-down humans reason to believe.

When it comes to the All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office, it’s clear that beliefs in extraterrestrials far outweigh the cynicism of government officials looking to quiet the public from beliefs in life beyond the planet.  Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk looks to interplanetary travel to have some escape from Mother Earth, whose environment looks stretched to the breaking point.  Whatever explanations the Pentagon’s new office holds about extraterrestrials, it doesn’t stop the public from speculating about life beyond earth.  No one knows the meaning or factual accuracy of navy jet pilots returning to bases with murky images of UFOs coming from navy fighter pilots.  No matter what the Pentagon does to encourage UFO sightings, the public still has their beliefs on extraterrestrial life regardless of the known scientific facts. No government office changes peoples’ minds.  

About the Author    

John M. Curtis writes politically neutral commentary analyzing spin in national and global news. He’s editor of OnlineColumnist.com and author of Dodging The Bullet and Operation Charisma.

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CDS jobs can be difficult depending upon the kind of armed force candidates join. A no cost ration is offered to officers serving in the fields. In healthcare tests, aspirants will be examined medically to test if they are match for the job or not. The aspirants have to spend the application fees to full their application course of action. The CDS 2022 exam Application Costs for a variety of categories are supplied below. The candidate applying for the CDS Combined Defence Services Exam 2022 have to fulfill the age criteria as per the official notification.

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#155 — Saturday, March 26th, 2019 — Ryan Ellis Photography - Detroit Street Photography Session #155 — Nikon Nikkor Ai-S 35mm f/2 (ca. 1982-3)

Photograph or Flight Response Tested - Roy R. Rowlands - Flags Hart Plaza - Brush Street Study - Homeless Goat - Two Tents Equal A Fifth - Homeless Man Pitches At Tigers Stadium - Spring Loaded - Selfie By Hudson Site - Lines Looking Up And Lines Looking Down - Greektown Worm Moon Rising - Greektown After Morning Twilight - Greektown Homeless Man - Knowledge Is Power - Library Vs. School - David Bosco Willis - The Man With Three First Names - Happy Lass In Downtown - Self-Professed G.O.A.T. Meets Goat - Diptych - Triptych 

Arrived @ 7:15 AM

Departed @ 3:30 PM

1,036 photos (and also 18 videos) taken in 8¼ hours with 56 “keepers” among them, rendering a pauper’s percentage with just a 5.4% “success” rate at a king-size pace of 121.88 shots per hour (I desire the most at least to achieve a 10% “success” rate and 100 shots per hour).

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PREFACE:  A few years ago, I saw a CL listing for a camera gear lot that appeared to be from the non-Ai-era of Nikon’s camera line history. Included in this lot was a “Saligar” 35mm f/2.8 (ca. 1964) lens. The owner of it told me that if super glue had been invented in the early sixties, when he accidentally dropped the lens, he would have fastened it back together with that, but, instead, it was held together by masking tape. This same man in a past life headed the crash test dummy department at GM in the 1980′s, making his living by developing the safest cars possible (quite honorable). The lens makes issues with the shutter. It puts odd shadows across images. I would use it artistically if I could predict and/or control the obscurations better. This lens has taken some fantastic shots, but the mechanical pain of having to disconnect and reconnect it all the time keep it low on my roster.  :—:— A couple years ago, I bought a Nikkor-S 35mm f/2.8 (ca. 1964) lens from a mysterious French woman in Royal Oak. I had the price readjusted when I examined it, finding hundreds of scratches on the front element glass. The lens blew out brighter parts and seemed a bit dull in the focus. I thought the thing might be useful for artistic, niche things, but it is only good for video some of the time and for photography hardly any of the time. :—:— This week, I found a Nikkor Ai-S 35mm f/2 (ca. 1982/3) lens used on CL and sprung for it. I wish the story of this second lens purchase were more interesting, but believer’s bias is no better than bias because of reality. :—:— I read on Ken Rockwell’s website that this particular lens was a trouble regarding lens flare and barrel distortion. I never shot a good 35mm lens, so this was my chance to shoot a good one yet be disappointed somewhat unavoidably by its persistent flaws in spite of all other circumstances being the veriest operative. :—:— I wanted to see how today might go with this newest (to me) 35mm lens.     

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PATH TAKEN:

Greektown - It was 26° F with low winds outside when I arrived in Detroit. “Tergiversate” is a word that many times aptly describes me. I do it often. I did it often upon my arrival in Greektown. Saturdays (my habitual Detroit street photography day), I frequently get street side only to return to my vehicle for something I forgot. This happened about three (or [sadly] more) times when I arrived. I love the old pastor’s explanation as to why David brought with him five smooth stones from the river when there was just one Goliath of Gath to vanquish—in case Goliath had four brothers with him when David arrived to defeat Israel’s anthropic Apollyon. Likewise, when I go out shooting, I take only what I need—as well as more in case I need it as well (my incurable optimism and hopeless hoping binds me to such measures). All that said, I unhappily admit I felt a bit dazed in my focus; I felt early on the weight of the world upon me. I thought, “what am I doing here?” I was sad that I have had these three years (all my time doing photography seriously) of famine in my photographic pursuits, profits-wise. I hoped to crush the proverbial skull at Golgotha with the cross I bore upon its placement atop the mount of sorrow I climbed today (to slightly borrow another preacher’s extra-biblical tale). :—:— I am awful at posing folks. That is something I wish to learn by observing folks far, far better than myself at posing others doing just that. When I take a people shot, I take the shot. Haha. I have no instructions for the subject(s), though I tell groups to gather nearer to one another for my final shot. A homeless man approached me asking me to take his picture. He was insistent that I would do that, so I did. I did not know he was homeless until a few shots in, because he told me as much as most do, which is to say that he talked of his need to find a job and some money. He even said that he wanted me to photograph his struggle as a homeless man. With that, he laid on the ground and closed his eyes as if to sleep. I warily proceeded photographing him in this and other poses. Finally, I gave him my card with instructions on how to get the best shots, should he find himself with a phone or online, and I told him all that I knew regarding getting help and getting employment. I really need to learn what proper local resources there are for the homeless. I meet and converse with maybe a half-dozen or more every week.

Brush Street - Trying to do something novel in order to write off my woes, I turned left on Monroe Street before it exited Greektown (instead of following it up to Campus Martius Park). I thought the light made the scene I saw look nice, so I took a three-shot burst of it (I shot bracketed with a third of a stop between shots to minimize the need to edit out bad lighting in post-processing). Thinking of my study of the RenCen video from a couple months back ( https://www.instagram.com/p/Bq51gEvn25a/ ), I continued this three-shot burst of the same scene of Brush Street until I ended up inside of the RenCen itself! Mayhaps, I might make this into a mini-movie with music underneath on my ‘gram!  

East Larned Street - I admit I have not the keenest eye for distortion. This lens I shot with today (Nikkor 35mm f/2 [ca 1982-3]) was put down by Ken Rockwell for having pretty bad distortion (it makes straight lines look curved as the image moves from the center to the edges). This annoyance was pronounced when I shot the brand new Plum Market’s dining room from outside. I could not satisfactorily get straight lines on the edges of my very boxy composition.

Spirit of Detroit Plaza - I struck up a conversation with a man carrying a large backpack with Iraq-War-style U.S. camouflage patterned throughout its sections. I jokingly asked if he had brought everything he needed, and he laughed and replied, “No, I do not have a peanut butter and jelly sandwich!” I replied, “Some folks are deathly allergic to nuts, so maybe that was a good thing!” He said, “Well, I am not, so I would still take the sandwich!” :—:— From here, we went back and forth in conversation. I asked if he had served in the military, and he said that he came from a family with several sisters, and because he was the only man amongst his siblings, he was told and also decided to not serve in the military in order to carry on his family name. He added that he had several family members that had served. His father was a marine. His uncle served too (and others). He said that he was a firearms instructor and taught many current and former military folks over the years. He was an older gentleman, in his middle years by my estimation, so I asked if he was from Detroit. He said he was born and raised here and only spent a little while elsewhere. With that answer given, I asked if he remembered the 1967 Race Riots in Detroit. He said yes and gave a bird’s eye view recollection of it but confessed he was quite young when it happened. I asked him about Dan Gilbert and Mile Ilitch. He had broadly favorable thoughts on the former and selected favorable thoughts on the latter. I gave him my card, and he told me something I have heard hundreds tell me: “I will contact you!” He caught his bus, and I went on my own merry way as well.  

Hart Plaza - A couple weeks ago, I emailed the office of the mayor of Detroit to file a formal (as much as I could find online at least) complaint that the American flags in the plaza were shredded at the ends or worse (and in dire need of respectful retirement and replacement). Upon sending the request, I received an automated response that I would get a reply within forty-eight hours. Remember, this is the city of Detroit—I never received a response. That said, the flags were all removed today (that is one step closer to a proper replacement). With or without my cue (perhaps, the flags are on a schedule [at least this is what Roy suggested when we later met up]), the government-perpetuated blight was partially fixed. I noticed that the Canadian flag across the Detroit River still flies (and is in immaculate condition as ever). Next, the city needs to raise up brand new American flags. That is not something I will file another formal complaint about, unless Memorial Day comes and goes with no U.S. flags in the plaza. :—:— Ken Rockwell’s review of the Nikkor 35mm f/2 lens (ais) was that it had bad lens flare, so, with the sun still rising and quite visible in the sky, I tested this assertion myself. There was a good bit of flare. I will hopefully make a lens review video with the shots and footage from today. It was pretty bad flare, but I could also see the artistic merits of using it at times. I guess if one was doing a paid gig that required a perfect representation of the world through the lens, the flare would be a huge issue. Fortunately (perhaps) for me, I am doing street photography in this context, and the flare is just wabi-sabi. :—:— In coursing through the different apertures in video mode on my camera (in order to see if the lens flare was helped or hurt depending on the aperture’s given width), I found that the sunstars that the lens made were just exquisite. Hahaha. I found it so funny that this lens that Mr. Rockwell said was not ever (if one wanted good results photographically) to be pointed at the sun was pretty bang-up precisely when it was pointed at the sun when stopped down. True, the flare was bad, but if you could get past that aesthetically, the sun looked marvelous! :—:— I filmed and did a time-lapse of the sun rising over the Detroit River. I was too impatient to wait for the sun to leave the frame, so I got it halving itself on the top of the composition by the end of the time-lapse that I took. It is a good thing I ducked out early, because I had my usual eleven AM meetup to make with Roy, and it was already nearly nine AM when I finally exited the plaza. 

Campus Martius Park 

Woodward Avenue (northeast side of the street) - Inspired by the change in my habitual path earlier (when I took Brush Street all the way to the RenCen), I decided to walk on the less-interesting side of Woodward Avenue all the way up to the Fisher Building (well, that was my ultimate plan at least). 

The Hudson Site - Here I will admit it:  I include self-portraits in my “top ten” shots often even if there may be an eleventh or twelfth shot in my own rankings that is better, because I want to not be forgotten as the person behind the work you experience here and elsewhere. Maybe the victors write the history. Well, the author certainly writes the history either way (though sometimes at the edge of a sword). I take my prerogative as the author, editor, and publisher of my own work to refer back to myself when it is not plain horrible-looking. :—:— The irony about this is that I strive to have a journalistic cleanness and honesty to my shots and write-ups (editorial opinions here and there notwithstanding). I do not edit my photos, except to straighten horizons and maybe crop slightly into the meat of the composition. This might be an excuse from one without photoshop or the like on his computer, but I also like the challenge of getting a photo right the first time. It keeps me striving for perfection (I hope in a healthy way). 

Comerica Park - Keeping with my otherly path today, I turned right onto Adams Street from Woodward Avenue, headed in the direction of Comerica Park. I thought the angle of the sun at that time of the day made the park look lovely, and like a parched, lone vagabond traversing a desert and seeing an oasis (or at least the supposed image of one), I walked toward the park in search of my next picture. The light looked not as good up close as it did from further away (it was but a mirage of a good shot after all). I might have gotten the shot after all had I a longer lens on me or if I was willing to crop the shot taken with my Nikkor 35mm f/2 (ca. 1982/3) lens, but I decided to get super low to the ground (one of my favorite perspectives of all) and make the park look epic. The shots I got were not as inspiring as hoped, so I turned left onto Witherell Street (which runs directly along the side of the Detroit MLB stadium). :—:— Earlier in the day, I photographed a homeless man that I did not initially know was homeless. He asked to be pictured, and that is what I did. As I walked in the direction of Woodward Avenue (heading through the double parking lot for handicap folks), I spied a pair of tents illegally set up in the road that split the two handicap parking lots. The tents were placed atop manholes that leaked excess hot steam that was meant to heat buildings. There were other manholes leaking steam near the tents, and the sun lit the plumes a golden-whitish hue that was marvelous to behold alongside the bright colors of the tents. As I passed by the first tent, I saw a homeless man peak his head out from its entrance, and I jokingly asked if he was camping out already for Black Friday’s deals. He glared at me and said something hateful under his breath. :—:— It is my rule to not photograph someone when they are in an underhanded position, because I would not want the same done to me. It is the Golden Rule put to action, and I commend all photographers to follow it. Having had the rude awakening last week to seeing a homeless woman counting a wad of cash in big bills that amounted by its size to probably more than I make in a week at my day job, I was a bit wary of empathizing with the excuses the homeless made for their oftentimes (anecdotally-speaking) blatant disregard for the rule of law and basic decency and courtesy besides. I decided to break my own rule and photograph the tents at Tiger’s Stadium. My DSLR (Nikon D800) is not a quiet shooter, and so the clicks in three-shot bursts did not maintain a scene deprived of a person for long, as the homeless man rushed out of one of his tents and started shouting at me invectives for daring to photograph his broad-daylight, lawbreaking campsite. I did not say a word but kept shooting, thinking of the three-thousand-year-old proverb that a soft word turns away wrath. The man was clearly on something, because he worked himself (albeit with a clumsy gait) into a froth of anger and made physical threats against me. I was twenty-feet away crouched low to the ground taking pictures of this scene. I figured that if he rushed me, I could get out in a snap. :—:— The man went into his tent and came out with something in his hand. Before I knew it, he threw it at me, trying to hit me. It was a half-eaten orange. I retorted, “that was perfectly good food, man! Why are you wasting food?” I thought about leaving or staying (the classic fight or flight, or in my case, photograph or flight). I decided in a split second to stay. The man went back into his tent and ramped up his verbal threats as well as his threatening posture. Then, he wound up and threw a sandwich in a sandwich bag at me. It loudly thudded when it hit the ground right next to me. He was drunk, and so he missed. I had already made my point that he had wasted food. I saw the sandwich bag next to me, and I considered that it was probably a direct gift from a kind stranger to him. He did not care about that. He only cared about privacy in the middle of a major city (a contradiction in terms). I talk to homeless folks every week. One question I often ask is, “where are you staying?” Many answer, “Under a bridge” or “under a [public structure].” If this man wanted peace and quiet, camping in the middle of a parking lot in a busy side of town (and with two tents just for his single self!) was not a fitting decision. I thought later of this drunken vagrant: “Two tents equal a fifth,” because only the drunks among the homeless that I see are so ambitiously stupid. I said no grievous words to this homeless man, but I had grievous thoughts (borrowing from last week’s hypocritical spectacle). My presence was to him grievous, so, in keeping with the second half of the aforementioned three-thousand-year-old proverb, I fear I stirred up his anger and brought upon myself what befell me (and it could have been worse [I could have been hurt, and/or my gear could have been damaged]). :—:— One way or the other, I adore the triptych that resulted from this experience. It is a homeless man “pitching” in front of the major league baseball stadium in Detroit! I would love to hear from a baseball expert if his form was proper. 

Woodward Avenue (northeast side of the street) - Forcing myself to stay on a different path than usual, I walked on the less-interesting side of Woodward Avenue. 

Detroit Institute of Art - I clearly do not visit this art museum enough. I have not walked through it since last fall, when I went with my good pal, miss S.C. :—:— As proof of my lack of familiarity with this spot, I accidentally mistook the fountain in the front for a staircase, since it went up by steps. Hahahaha. I did not realize the error of my ways until I want almost to the top. I saw that there was a huge gap, and it only then struck me that it was a turned-off (for the cold season) fountain! No one said you had to have common sense to be a photographer. I just point and shoot what looks interesting to me, and sometimes I even think about what I am shooting! Haha. Photography is a little more than seeing and snapping, but only a little. Once all the distractions of knowing why you are doing what you are doing are assuaged, all you are left with is the meeting of preparation and opportunity (should you will to make something of your abundance [and hopefully with humility, grace, and thankfulness]).  

Detroit Public Library 

WSU Department of Mortuary Science - It did not smell like anything outside of this building, but the winds were low, and the temperature was no higher than 32° F outside. 

The Fisher Building - I made it to the Fisher! I admit that (to me) the Nikkor 35mm f/2 (ca. 1982/3) lens is not the best for architectural photography. I had more pleasure shooting with my Nikkor 24mm f/2.8 (ca. 1971) lens that I did with the 35mm lens. It was just too zoom-y for me. Haha. That reminds me of a story I heard about Monty Python alum and thereafter director extraordinaire (on his own), Terry Gilliam. Mr. Gilliam is admittedly an odd fellow (see his body of work for proof). There is one area, where he and I may have pretty close similarities. The man prefers ultra-wide lenses for everything, and he considers a normal lens to be a “zoom” for him. I have to say that I like to get super close to my subjects, and so an ultra-wide is my friend. My 24mm lens is my go-to most weeks in the city (along with my Nikkor 55mm f/1.2 [ca. 1971] [these are my standard camera body companions on my outings]). :—:— Though I desired to use a 24mm or wider outside and inside the Fisher Building, I persisted with the 35mm (even though I brought along [and never used] my 55mm lens in a small camera bag on my side), because today was a day to review this lens, and I was going to use it even when it was not the best choice (as much as I could muster). Once inside the building, I found the folks at the front desk much more hospitable than the ones that occupied it a couple weeks prior   

Woodward Avenue (southwest to northeast side of street) 

East Warren Avenue - Instead of taking Mack Avenue from Woodward Avenue, I took a lesser-known path to Milano Bakery that ushered me past the DMC (Detroit Medical Center), which is the great hospital in Detroit (in my opinion). One day, I will find a neat angle with which to photograph it. Until then, I put my path near its perimeter and gaze at it with a discriminating eye. 

St Antoine Street - A couple weeks back, I joked about the “Knowledge Is Power” phrase engraved into the Vermont marble on the edifice of the Detroit Public Library on Woodward Avenue (in light of the names on either side of the engraving). Well, I took a picture of that phrase at the library, and I saw it again at a school’s marquee, so I photographed it as well. I wonder if they put the phrase there for its own sake or as a nod to the Detroit Public Library (the library would not be a very long bus trip from the school, so perhaps the kids had just visited that same library [who knows?]). The diptych is on my “top ten” shots of the day. 

Mack Avenue 

Milano Bakery - Somehow, I arrived several minutes before Roy did. I used that edge in temporalness to walk up the long (on foot) parking lot to the end, where my security guard pal was parked and on patrol. I used the length of that walk to go back through my camera to find the three shots of the homeless man pitching at Comerica Park (the baseball stadium). We talked about this and that for a couple minutes, and then, I showed my friend the shots. At about that time, Roy pulled up and parked his red Mercedes convertible in the lot, and he walked up to the car to begin talking to the man as well, butting out my part of the conversation. The man is my elder, so I kept quiet and let him get out his complaints about life. He stopped a hair’s length from saying he wanted to off himself; he was in a mood. The security guard tried to paint a picture of rainbows and butterflies, stressing the good in life to instead focus on, but Roy brushed off his tenderness, doubling down on his assurance of his own awful life (and doing so in a dismissive, yet rattled, way). This should have portended a red flag in my mind, but I ignored the signal, focusing on the Roy I was used to dealing with (slightly less-acerbic than that [haha]). :—:— I showed Roy the future triptych of the homeless man chucking the sandwich at me, and he blew up at me in intense fury. We parted with the security guard and started walking in to the bakery. A few steps into our departure, a woman called out to us in the parking lot. She walked up to us and asked if we knew how to get to the pawn shop. Roy, wanting to be the know-it-all said he knew how to get there, but it was clear he was bloviating. Sensing the confusion, the security guard left this vehicle and walked up. “Do you mean Zimmerman’s?” the guard asked. “Yes! That’s the one!” the lady said. Roy butted in again, interrupting the security guard now that he had a place of reference. The guard was endlessly patient with this action, and he let Roy interrupt him again and again. Roy was determined to make himself useful as a power play. Haha. I just stood and watched in bemusement, hoping for a chance to give the guard some backup, should he get uncomfortable with the disrespect. The woman thanked the three of us (I just stood there and contributed nothing, but she was set in her heart to be universally generous), and we once more set out to span the lot to enter the bakery. :—:— Once inside, I plugged in my camera battery charger and my phone charger (in one outlet! [I use an Aluratech USB charger {sadly now discontinued} that leeches power from a plug to charge a device]). Set up and ready to go for a nice, long shoot-the-breeze conversation, I found myself dodging verbal volleys of invectives from a viper I thought was my “dear friend.” :—:— Roy used up the entire time at the bakery to hurl insults and accusations at me (all on account of the picture). He called the photo degrading. He called me disgraceful. And that is about the end of the non-explicit section of his tirade. I should have walked away, but Roy is my friend, and I wanted to get to the bottom of why he was so angry at me. I defended myself, yes, which likely sustained his wrath by giving him an opponent, but I did so in astonished pity for the man. His walls are tall and broad and thick and barbed at the edges—there was no getting through to the guy. I think of the pair of three-thousand-year-old proverbs “reprove a fool, and he will remit from his ways” and “do not reprove a fool, lest he attack you.” I think the contradictory advice from the same author is meant to say that you do not know how correction of another will result. You may be decimated by them, or you may, thankfully, get through to them. I took the chance that my friend was having a bad day (as he had begun the day exclaiming), and I went ahead in reproving him, as a friend. :—:— Maybe the biggest thing that kept me glued to my seat was the fact that I figured no one else would have stayed there through all the insults. To be a difference-maker, maybe one has to be different himself, so I set out to be the exception to his expected end (hoping all the while that I was not feeding abusive tendencies in his heart). :—:— Instead of walking away (I made the excuse in my mind that I wanted to let my camera battery charge yet longer), I finally told Roy, “You have made your point. There is nothing more that I need to hear from you,” and we both sat in profound silence for a long time. I checked the international headlines, reading several news articles as Roy stared through the window to the outside business in the city in his own outworking of quietude. :—:— I have been quoting proverbs from Proverbs in this write-up. The Bible is the greatest book of all time; I know that, because I went to a splendiferous school. It was small (including myself, there were fourteen kids in my graduating class), and it was strict (I joke it was like the movie “Footloose” [which I have never seen but loosely understand] for thirteen years), but it was very good. I credit it with any sort of brain function that goes on behind my babbling. Well, as Providence would have it, after many minutes of this silence, I heard, “Ryan?” Hahaha. Last week, I heard that from my pal, Devin. This week, I heard it from an alumna from my high school. I looked, and it was her and her mother, who was also our third-grade teacher. What a coincidence, and what timing! We got up and hugged and chatted for a hot second. It was a glorious reuniting, but I was uncomfortable because of what just happened with Roy. I kept wondering if they had heard our back and forth. I was embarrassed either way, because I did not go on to conquer the world, as many of my classmates have from our tiny but ambitious school. The two were doing well, and my schoolmate had had a son. I wish them the best. :—:— When we parted to return to our respective tables, I explained to Roy who the folks were, and I added, “Shall we make peace?” Roy stared at me, and I said, “You have said your peace, and there is nothing more to say.” He took this as a completionist’s challenge, and he proceeded to say racist things between curse words lobbed at me. Again, I thought about walking away, but this time it would have been in front of two people that knew me half of my present time on earth. Those folks knew me well. They knew me as a child. I grew up with them, and here I was, carousing (by the looks of it) with a thoroughly vulgar character. I probably do not respect myself enough (I do not respect myself enough). I stayed and faced the onslaught of evil from Roy’s lips. In retrospect, I should have left, but I made excuses and sat through the persecution needlessly. There should be a line in the sand in my heart. I should name my price in the beginning, dignity-wise. I had not considered my own honor enough when I let him continue without my exiting. I regret that. :—:— Roy was not interested in going to the oriental supermarket, suggesting the middle eastern one instead. I agreed, and I said goodbye to my old friends as I left. 

Dearborn Fresh Supermarket - We rode in Roy’s red Mercedes convertible to the grocery store in Dearborn. On the way, I thought about exiting the vehicle at every stop. I thought about never talking to the dude again. I have a huge heart, but that should (if being healthy with oneself) be balanced by a huge sense of self-worth, which I need to work on developing in these areas of personal intrusion (I had too many bad characters reinforce the weakness I still feel). We walked around a bit before sitting in the dining area in the back. Roy’s acid tongue was in full force. I will stop here in my description of the events with Roy. There was a lot said by the man that is far beyond publication for reasons not even hinted at thusfar. 

Greektown - Freedom! I was dropped off here, and I was on my own! I could breathe the polluted Detroit air in peace! 

Donald “Sunn” Anderson’s Street Art Stand 

David Bosco Willis’ Street Sax Spot - I asked my sax pal (with “three first names”) if he had gotten a rental saxophone to replace his broken one. He said no. He told me he had fixed the thing himself! :—:— In asking how he was able to repair the instrument, he decided to educate me in the origin of the saxophone. As he was explaining how Adolphe Sax invented it (hence the name) and how the mechanics of the instrument worked, a passerby finished his sentence! I laughed and exclaimed, “How many times does an expert walk by as you are having a conversation?” Continuing the lesson on the history of the saxophone, my pal David explained the history of the saxophone coming into its own and started being used as a more standout element in music. This was ten-seconds after the interruption, and a second man finished David’s sentence! I exclaimed once more, “This is amazing! Where are these people coming from? Band practice from their orchestra?” David and I laughed. The lesson continued. David was talking about his way of playing the saxophone, and then, a lady interrupted us, saying, “Why are you not playing your saxophone?” Then she turned to me and said, “It’s you! You are distracting him!” Hahaha. I laughed and apologized and said, “He will play his saxophone very soon!” Before parting, as David picked up and played his sax, I stayed a while longer, taking photos from many angles of Mr. Willis. One of those shots made this week’s “top ten.”

The Broadway (and Shoes) - That this place is closed is a sad thing. 

The Belt 

David Klein Gallery - Today was a three-o’clock final-day-of-the-exhibition gathering that including Andrew Kreiger, one of the three featured artists. I gave Mr. Kreiger my card and said hello to everyone. I thanked the nice folks that worked there for telling me about the street photography contest that they emailed me about over a week ago, and I added that I was having trouble picking my “top ten” (I always do ten, don’t I? Haha) for the contest. The gallery director told me I should go with my gut over what my friends suggested. I agreed. :—:— I am not the biggest schmoozer, so I left before the gathering kicked up. I would have sat in a corner otherwise the whole time awkwardly. I do not want to be a bump on a log nor a bother, but perhaps that can be remedied one day. I just need a better angle from which to approach these gatherings. 

Woodward Avenue (southwest side of street) 

The Hudson Site - I saw my hip-hop pal, “Shadow Klan” plying his trade to passersby. I exclaimed his name loudly, and we hugged. We chatted a bit, and I started photographing the man. I showed him the portrait and animated GIF that I took and made from seeing him last week. I said that I needed to get him in front of a more interesting backdrop to make an even better animated GIF. With that explanation received, he and I started looking for an interesting spot very near by to do this next GIF. We landed on being just in front of my favorite cafe in Detroit.  

Urban Bean Co. - This is my favorite cafe in Detroit. Mr. “Shadow Klan” and I worked off one another as we found a rhythm between the camera and the character. I got him in front of the park, and I stood still and low, letting him go in and out of camera and go in and out of focus. It was magical. I look forward to making more of these every time I see him. We could have enough content for a sweet music video one day! 

Campus Martius Park - Automatically interesting: a man with a goat in the middle of a major city. I have photographed this man before at DEMF 2018. I told him to send me a message to see his shots I took of him. I found it challenging to get the goat up close in focus manually focusing at f/2, and I was too stubborn to try for a narrower aperture. Haha. I failed to get an up-close shot of just the goat’s face, but I got a neat shot of a security guard (who explained that because he and his friends deemed him the Greatest Of All Time [G.O.A.T.], he had to stop and get a photo with the goat [”the G.O.A.T. with the goat”]). That shot is in my “top ten” as well. This serendipity made for a beautiful end to the day. It is good to end on a high note, and this seemed like mine!

Greektown 

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WHAT WENT ON ON THIS DAY OUT IN DETROIT?

I shot with a new (to me) lens, the Nikkor Ai-S 35mm f/2 (ca. 1982/3). This was a pleasure (mostly) to use. The sun flare is apparent, as is the barrel distortion. This lens is not absolutely perfect, but it is still lots of fun to use. I love the f/2 maximum aperture for its low-light chops and bokeh fall-off. It magnifies my photographic modus. :—:— I photographed a triptych of a homeless man throwing a sandwich in a sandwich bag at me. I did not get hurt. I left right after. The man was deranged. I think this triptych can live on, though. I see some power in the triple-image I took. We will see over time, I suppose. :—:— I had a bad time with my friend, Roy. He was a grumpy oaf. The move is just a stressful time for Roy, and I wanted to be the light I hope I am in his life. His life has lots of darkness, and there is more oxygen in the air for the guy when I am around I think. :—:— It is always noteworthy to bump into a noteworthy (diligently, quite-successfully-working) artist. Andrew Kreiger was making an appearance at the David Klein Gallery for the last day of an exhibit there that among two other internationally-recognized artists, had his own work on display there. I always ponder if there is anything different about them or everything different about them (or something in between) from the rest of folks. I take pictures; I do not make images or shapes from scratch. I cannot understand (at this point) the mindset to create like these folks do. Going to the gallery to think on this (I hope) helps. :—:— I saw a goat in the heart of Downtown Detroit. I have seen this goat before. Its owner went to DEMF in 2018, and I photographed him and his goat (I called the shot, “Millennial Bohemian,” because that is just what the man appears to be going for [probably without conscious effort]).     

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“Inside baseball” locations and concepts talked about in this Detroit Street Photography Session  —

●  Cotton Ball - This is my secret weapon on a cold day. A little piece torn off a cotton ball in each ear seems to keep my ears warmer and pain-free (provided I am also wearing a winter hat over the ears as well. I cannot recommend this enough. Yeah, it reduces my hearing, but I talk louder with them, so maybe I am heard better? Hahaha. I hope it is not obnoxious.  

●  RenCen - This is a nickname for the Renaissance Center (I would wager most Detroiters that know the presently-tallest building in Detroit’s name as this are also unable to spell the word “renaissance” without spellcheck or autocorrect aiding them). Then again, I just as much think most Millennials that know the current popular name of their own generation cannot spell the word “Millennial” without spellcheck or autocorrect aiding them. Is this more akin to a fish not knowing it is wet or to a bakeshop owner not knowing that the numbers on his toaster at home correspond to time (minutes) and not temperature?

●  Plum Market - I heard years ago that of all of America’s major cities, Detroit had the least rats and mice in it (New York had the most at the time). The explanation for this aside from how barren the city is of people (compared to most major cities) was that there were no, or only a couple, grocery stores in the city, thus greatly reducing the ready, year-round food supply for the rodents.   The Plum Market is an upscale grocer that just opened up on Woodward Avenue and East Larned Street in the heart of downtown across from the Spirit of Detroit Plaza (not far from Hart Plaza, which is where the city of Detroit itself was founded about three-hundred-and-eighteen years ago. I welcome the fresh produce. I shun the presumed coming influx of rats.

●  Ken Rockwell - This man is the paterfamilias of online lens (and camera) reviews. He is detailed and fair and personally experienced and knowledgable in the industry as well as the art of photography. For one such as myself that uses and seeks “new” (to me) old glass, his website is a constant companion to my journey with photography. Should he not outlive me, I will be sad the day his site ends its updates. No one else does what he does as well and honorably as he does it. Maybe right-brained folks (which are many of the creatives that do photography) are given to more drama than most, but I have never heard a bad word about this man. He is trustworthy. His body of work will be sought and sourced by amateurs (on up to professionals) for as long as the internet (and whatever else down the line arrives) exists, I predict. 

●  Wabi-sabi  - I despise woo-woo concepts. Taking the eastern mysticism angle out (which is there for those gullible-enough to even entertain it), this is the concept of finding beauty amidst (in fact on account of) imperfection.  

●  Sunstar - Imagine an adolescent’s crayon drawing of a diurnal outdoor scene in the summer with a clear sky. The sun would look (perhaps) like a yellow circle with an orange, jagged (saw blade-shaped) outline around its end. Minus the color, this is what a sunstar loosely resembles. So, yes, that was a pretty accurate drawing many kids (including yourself, possibly) produced after all (if you are looking at the sun through many stopped down lenses [not all produce this effect]). 

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I have an Instagram that I am proud of. It has neat write-ups for my different works that also appear on my YT versions of the same videos. It also has photos and videos that appear nowhere else:

https://www.instagram.com/rellish3214/

✦ If you ever have any questions, feel free to email me. I am here for you. Email:  [email protected]

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