Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Mauna Kea, Hawaii
Mauna Kea Observatory, taken on the summit of Mauna Kea, Hawaii. When you're up there, it looks like the landscape of another planet, and it's *cold*!! I was mostly thinking how much I wanted to be at sea level snorkeling instead. Stick out tongue
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Monday, August 29, 2011
Ljubljana, Slovenia
A man sitting by the river and reading his book. I wonder what he was reading, was that some kind of thrilling SF or a romantic novel. It took all his attention. After one hour or so, when I went from that place, the image of the man was still unchanged. And it's always somehow transcendental for me to capture an unknown man into the photo... to question about him later when viewing the photo almost connects me with him. Who is he? What he's doing now? And where he is now? And about the man on this photo, who knows, maybe he's still reading his book there by the river in Ljubljana, Slovenia.
Saturday, August 27, 2011
Pawhuska, OK USA
Tall grass Prairie, Pawhuska, Ok. If you want to get up close & personal with buffalo, this is a great place to go. The buffalo roam freely, and will come up close to your vehicle. It's a good idea to not approach any, though as they could pose a threat.
Thursday, August 25, 2011
Bernkastle Church
The first little German town I got to explore was Bernkastle, and it was just the most quaint little town, I instantly fell in love! This shot was taken from the cruise ship I was visiting on before we left the dock to head downstream.
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Burano , Italy
These colorful houses are located on the island of Burano, near Venice, Italy. Also known as the Lace Island, this is a place where people believe in color! Here the pink, yellow beige, blue and white houses are reflected in the narrow canal lined with small boats, each as colorful as the houses. I wandered the streets visiting shops specializing in handmade lace and carnival masks. To get here, take a water taxi or a tour boat from Venice. Ours stopped at Murano, the glass island, Burano, and Torcello, with its ancient church containing fantastic mosaics.
Photo copyright Gail Storrs
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Cape May in Winter
I know it is still summer for many of you but it is nice to dream of something colder! This beautiful snowy shot was taken in Cape May NJ, but easily could have been taken anywhere that receives snow. Enjoy a break from the record breaking heat the US has been encountering this year with this frosty treat!!
Monday, August 22, 2011
Bamberg Germany
This great shot was taken in Bamberg Germany. This was a sweet little town with a ton to see, it is definitely worth the time to explore this great little German town.
Sunday, August 21, 2011
Saturday, August 20, 2011
North-Borneo/Malaysia
exotic lunch
main course
Exotic lunch in North-Borneo/Malaysia .Organic way of serving food on banana leaf .The sauce is coming in a nice shell.Grilled meat with vegetables and boiled eggs .Original photo by Alma Wad .
Friday, August 19, 2011
Rhine River Germany
This castle along the Rhine River in Germany is in ruins as are most of the other castles, however the recent restoration of these castles will preserve them for many years to come. If you want to visit a wonderful historical place, you need to take a cruise down the Rhine River.
Thursday, August 18, 2011
Christchurch, Barbados
A beautiful private beach in Christchurch, Barbados where we were staying in was just breath-taking when dusk came every evening, so a picture had to be taken just to transport the feelings back to a very calm and quiet point in the day!
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
Kohala, Hawaii
This photo was taken along Puako / Malama Petroglyph Trail in Kohala, Hawaii. You can see hundreds of petroglyphs carved into the rocks here. The trail to the petroglyphs was covered with rough lava rocks and it was hot, so wear good shoes and a hat!
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
Nueremberg Wall, Germany
This is a portion of the wall near the access to walk up to the top of the Nuremberg wall in Germany. This wall is hundreds of years old and once provided safety for this small town.
Monday, August 15, 2011
Gettysburg , Virgina , USA
April 2011 was the 150th anniversary of the Civil War. It was the most brutal of all America's wars, with the most casualties. At first, the Confederacy won battle after battle. But the turning point came in July 1863, at the Battle of Gettysburg and the capture of Vicksburg.
At Gettysburg, during the second day of fighting, the Confederates attacked the southern end of the Union lines. Gen. Gouverneur K. Warren was sent to scout that position at Little Round Top hill. When he noticed enemy troops marching in the distance, he immediately ordered reinforcements there. They came just in time to defend it.
This statue of Gen. Warren is at Little Round Top, Stop #8 at the National Park. It looks towards the southeast, where the enemy was spotted. This is a very popular stop at Gettysburg, and the view there is spectacular.
Sunday, August 14, 2011
Washington DC USA
One of the most famous statues in the US, besides the Statue of Liberty.
Sculpted by Daniel Chester French, this magnificent work is in the Lincoln Memorial at Washington, DC.
A word of advice- do not take a tripod into the Memorial, as they are forbidden. It is very crowded, at all hours.
Saturday, August 13, 2011
Gateway Playhouse
The Gateway Playhouse is a small almost unknown theatre in Somers Point, NJ. It sits right next to their small beach, and is currently undergoing a wonderful renovation. Soon it will reopen with disabled access and new fully restored stage and seating.
Friday, August 12, 2011
Ljubljana, Slovenia
A man sitting by the river and reading his book. I wonder what he was reading, was that some kind of thrilling SF or a romantic novel. It took all his attention. After one hour or so, when I went from that place, the image of the man was still unchanged. And it's always somehow transcendental for me to capture an unknown man into the photo... to question about him later when viewing the photo almost connects me with him. Who is he? What he's doing now? And where he is now? And about the man on this photo, who knows, maybe he's still reading his book there by the river in Ljubljana, Slovenia.
Thursday, August 11, 2011
Nekar River, Heidelberg Germany
Neckar River Bridge
Rows come from under the bridge in Heidelberg. This shot of the Neckar river was taken from the park along the river on the north west side of the river, acing towards the bridge near Bismarck Platz. Beautiful Photograph taken by Amy Marie. Copyright Amy Marie.
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
West Cape May, NJ USA
Snow
Enjoy the winter in scenic Cape May NJ. No one thinks of heading down there during the winter - they only think of it as a summer resort...but winter is so beautiful there you must see it! Pretty house covered in snow during the blizzard in 2010. Beautiful Photograph taken by Amy Marie. Copyright Amy Marie.
Tuesday, August 09, 2011
New York City, New York, USA
This photograph postcard is on the streets in Manhattan Broadway district with all the neon signs and lights and excitment in New York City. I love to travel on vacation there to see a few plays. I think it's the most alive place to visit and enjoy all the fun. It's great to catch a cab on any street all hours of the day and head off to a show.
Monday, August 08, 2011
NYC Skyline
The New York Skyline will never be the same without the twin towers....but they never stayed the same even with the towers. Celebrate the change o the NYC skyline as you can see the cranes working in multiple locations around the city, on this average June Day in 2011.
Sunday, August 07, 2011
Nuremberg Germany
Nuremberg Coliseum
The coliseum in Nuremberg Germany made famous by the rallies held by Hitler Leading up to and During World War II. © Amy Marie
Saturday, August 06, 2011
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
This is the top of City Hall, built from 1879 to 1901. It is the second tallest masonry building in the world, with 250 statues adorning the building.
The one at the top is of William Penn, founder of Pennsylvania. For many years, City Hall was the tallest building in Philadelphia. But in 1987, the Liberty Place skyscrapers surpassed it. That was the beginning of "The Curse of William Penn"- no Philadelphia teams won championships until 2008, when the Phillies won the World Series.
How was the curse broken? When the Comcast Building, which is now the tallest building in Philadelphia, was built, a miniature statue of William Penn was put at the top floor.
Friday, August 05, 2011
Lake Overholser, OKC, OK, USA
Serene Water
This small offshoot from the lake looks so serene as the sun sets off to the west. Sunset at Lake Overholser from Lake Overholser Dam. Beautiful Photograph taken by Amy Marie. Copyright Amy Marie.
Thursday, August 04, 2011
Arlington, VA
Visiting Arlington Cemetery in Arlington, VA is a very moving experience. Whether you are an American Veteran, know a veteran or just want to see what the effects of war can be, this is the place to see. It is sad and peaceful, walking among the thousands of soldier buried here. It is hard to imagine this is only a small fraction of those Men and Women America has lost to war.
Wednesday, August 03, 2011
Maine, USA
Every year in late spring, we take the kids to Reid State Park near Bath, Maine. We start off walking along the sandy beach, watching the waves roll in but the kids always end up climbing the rocks along the shoreline. The day this photo was taken, was foggy but it did provide the opportunity for some lovely pictures.
Tuesday, August 02, 2011
New Castle, DE
Bay
A picture of the water from the park on the bay in New Castle, DE. Beautiful Photograph taken by Amy Marie. Copyright Amy Marie.
Monday, August 01, 2011
Wheaton VIllage
Water Pump
Old Fashioned hand crank water pump and troth. Taken at Wheaton Village in Millville NJ. this great old artist colony still produces some wonderful old fashioned hand crafted art. Beautiful Photograph taken by Amy Marie. Copyright Amy Marie.
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