Rectangles in a Decisive Moment

Henri Cartier-Bresson's photo of a young girl running up a set of stairs in Sifnos Greece, is a wonderful example of decisive moment shooting. While my photo will never match the genius of Cartier-Bresson, it was satisfying to capture a random moment in time. Repetition of rectangles in the background coupled with the bend of the person's leg compels me to marvel at the skill by which the master captured an image.

Tour de Living Room

My cellar resembles the back alley of some bike shop. I can think of nothing better than having so many wheels at my finger tips. Each bike has a story, a history of some adventure. Centuries peddled, crashes, near misses, and sticky power bars pressed onto the metal. My blood, sweat and tears rolled into one journey of hope and forgiveness. My bikes are the heartbeat of so many of my friends and family who have died of cancer and for whom I ride. This season as I get set to register for four amazing cycling events, I think of the joy and passion that this metal collection of wheels brings me. I take along the spirit of those who can no longer ride. I invite others to join me.

Do I Hear an AMEN?

Might I say just one more time, in case my flock was alseep, that cheese is one of the more wonderful experiences that life has to offer? I took a quick jaunt over to my favorite shop this morning in Cambridge only to discover that they don't open until 10 am! Taking a deep breath and centering my need for breakfast...I hopped back into my ride to venture someplace...in fact ANY place until the church doors opened for business. Today's menu? Keiemse Bloempje Coupe and a few ounces of Sternenberger Bergkase. If the names mean nothing...no worries. One will work well with roasted potatoes while the other will pair nicely with an episode of BIG LOVE.

Oh yeah and check out this picture. I reworked it with the help of the Rob Van Petten fashion photographer and all around printing guru. Kudos to a wonderful three weeks of printing mania. Laura McKenna thank you for all your support and VIA POSITIVA.

Cabin Fever

The equipment truck for the Red Sox has left Boston for Florida. Pitcher and catchers have started to toss balls around. The Winter Olympics in Vancouver are into their second week of competition. Linsey Vonn has just won a bronze in Super G.

Here at the cabin, the natives are getting restless. The dog has seen this before. Long days waiting for the dregs of snow to melt and for the mud to dry. Tot missing her kid sized pool and countless trips to the park, finds her own amusement.

Photo geek pulls out the tripod and slow shutter speed looking for material. Breaking

up the day, got my eyes on the prize, Spring is almost here.

Quick Release...

Mentor and all around biking guru, Bobby Mac takes a moment to "victory lift" his ride for this photo. You can catch Bobby on the streets of Arlington and points West on any given weekend as he spreads his love of cycling to the rest of us gutter bunnies.

Urban Kicks

Nifty kicks lady! When I was a kid my parents would take us to East Brookfield, MA to buy sneakers. At 3 dollars a pair we were encouraged to pick out 2 pairs each. A pilgrimage I always looked forward to. The ability to walk up and down isles of brightly colored Uniroyal canvas shoes and pick out a pair was such a thrill. The brand has long since gone. The price of a simple sneak is certainly not what it used to be. The memory of that childhood pleasure remains.

Holiday "Bag Shot" 2009

TEAM Colleen, MaryBeth, Anne Marie and Emo came up with this little ditty. We call it our "Bag Shot". Lots of fun and stress getting it together. After having spent some time chatting with geeks in the trade, I realize I could do a little more to darken the lower left hand side of the photo. I am so grateful to my colleagues for their attention to detail. Have a great Holiday Season! Now go eat a bowl of mashed potatoes...