Strength. That's what I call my latest self portrait. While I had some downtime and thoughts running through my head, I wondered what could I do to really create a unique image of myself.

Water filled my head as the ideas ran through an already busy mind. All I could think about was water! OK, so that was the first part. I knew I wanted to create a portrait in or around water, but what other ingredients did I need to create my portrait as had envisioned it? I would need the perfect lighting recipe and the perfect time of day.

As I drove around a couple of water spots, I was able to find the perfect location! I was armed with 3 lights - the sun and the two lights I brought along with me. It was late in the evening - around 8:05 or so when I found a suitable location and was ready to shoot.

I forgot to mention that along with the perfect location and lighting recipe, I would also need the perfect outfit! Well I brought 2 with me so hopefully I was prepared.

As it turned out, I decided to go extremely simple with clothing and lighting. I only used 2 lights - the sun and 1 that I brought with me and my underclothes. LOL!!

I began shooting and when I got home, I was truly amazed at the results. With very little computer work(with the exception of the glowing light in my hand), I was able to capture just what I was after.

Here's the finished image





11:24 AM




I was really amazed this morning when I read something online. As it turns out, I love to read articles online to get my day started since it keeps me up to speed and teaches me things that I would not have, otherwise known.

The article I read this morning was nothing short of amazing when you look at some of these actors. I've seen most of these movies and would not have guessed in a million years who some of the actors were! To gain or lose in excess of 60 pounds to play a part in a film takes a lot of willpower and determination if you asked me. I wouldn't know how to do either!! (Trust me, I've been trying to gain for years!) It's a lot harder than most people would tend to think and I commend the folks that have the ability to transform themselves(even if it is only temporary) in this way.

You absolutely have to read this article on actor transformations
http://movies.yahoo.com/summer-movies/Hellboy-Golden-Army/1809826056/photos/383/10041/#info


9:15 AM




I suppose this entry will be understood by most ladies but not many guys( since guys don't typically take bubble baths or at least none that I know) Believe it or not I don't normally take them either, but hey, she asked so you know how that goes.

You will never believe the stupid mistake we (Arnita and I) made when we attempted to use the conair bath spa for the first time.

Little did I know as I ran the bath water, she had poured in some bubble bath. I left the bathroom for only a minute when...

I couldn't believe what I was seeing!! In only a few minutes time, we had created Mount Bubble! Yikes!! This had to have been one one the funniest things I have seen in a long time especially since it seems like things like this only happen on TV. I trashed that myth :) The bubble pile was literally about 4 ft tall! I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw how many bubbles had formed in such a short period of time!


Here I am beating the bubbles to death to keep them from overflowing onto the floor!

The lesson learned here is: Don't use any type of bubble bath with a bath spa!!



11:30 AM






Don't you just love those folks that set up on the side of the road to sell their goods and services? I know most of you have at least stopped and checked them out :) Well I was out and about today when I decided to stop at one of these vendors just to see what it was really about. It reminds me of a flea market, sort of. now this particular vendor is always in the same place, on the same street, but I guess it's much like a tree or landmark to me. You already know he's going to be there, so you can actually give good directions by using this guy as a landmark!

When I got out of the car, I was greeted by a guy that seemed to be in good spirit considering the heat today. He offered area rugs, beds in a bag, bath rugs and accessories, and a few other odd items. Believe it or not, I was quit surprised at the merchandise! It was priced to move although I'm not sure of the quality, but boy did the prices seem attractive in today's economy.

And yep, in the background you can see traces of the last severe storm that hit the Jackson area by the light pole that's barely hanging on!


3:13 PM




So you thought the celebration was over? Well we're continuing on through today as we prepare our post Independence Day meal! It's 12 in the afternoon and the grill is hot and the seasoned corn and potatoes are on the stove. Now Rocky is a little bit on the hungry side himself so maybe I'll treat him with a bone or two a little later, but for now it's me and the grill baby! I think you may even notice Rock's X Large water bowl too. He gets so excited that he can't have a "typical" dog bowl so Greg bought him a TUB. It hasn't been knocked over or eaten since Rocky had it! I hope everyone had a good holiday Friday and are doing well. Here are just a few images of how we're coming so far.


12:57 PM





11:48 AM




To no surprise of my own, Eclectik Soul's concert was a success! As a matter of fact, they have been invited to perform at another venue in just one week after their debut! Wow, now that's a sign of success. Once I pulled the images up on my pc and had time to let the images and the night really soak in, I was happy to be a part of a good friend's success. Hey guys, congratulations once again on an excellent start and a bright future!

Back to those images... Here's just a taste of some of what was created on that night










5:15 AM



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