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Hiker Genesis

“We’re going to Lake Placid,” my mother announced excitedly. We didn’t take very many vacations, so this was newsworthy. My grandmother had saved some money from a laundry side hustle she had going with some of her busier neighbours. She was spending the dividend on us. Lake Placid was the site of both the 1932Continue reading “Hiker Genesis”

Peaking

A peak will never surprise you. The moment you reach the summit of a tall mountain will always arrive long after you expected. You may even be reluctant to let yourself believe that your goal has finally been achieved. Only that 360 degree view will convince you there is no more rock to ascend. FalseContinue reading “Peaking”

The Poetry Drop Snap

One of the true joys of being a photographer is giving the gift of a fine portrait. I was in London, England on business one week before the 2012 Summer Olympics. It was mid-summer, and the daylight in London lingers well into the evening in July. After work I had many hours of light leftContinue reading “The Poetry Drop Snap”

Northern Forest

Siem Reap, Cambodia

Siem Riep, Cambodia is a magical place. In only a few days we managed to see most of the many many temples in the Ankgor Wat temple system. Ranked as a wonder of the ancient world, Angkor Wat is a breathtaking achievement of humanity and a must-see destination for anyone who appreciates stone-carving. Despite significantContinue reading “Siem Reap, Cambodia”