“The kick is up … and it’s … CLANG…”

NFL kickers have the deck stacked against them. They only enter the field of play when it’s necessary to kick an extra point, or to attempt a field goal. They kick the field goal, tap helmets with their teammates, and return to the sidelines. If they score a field goal or an extra point, they’re…

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The I Love Lucy episode no one has ever seen.

I Love Lucy defined the television sitcom. Even today, the 1950’s TV show has been analyzed, studied, adored and revered for its fantastic writing, talented acting, and beloved comic moments. I mean, all I have to do is mention “Vitameatavegamin” or utter the phrase “chocolates on a conveyor belt,” and you can already remember those…

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My Nikon Df needs surgery.

I purchased my first Nikon Df camera in 2013. It’s provided me with a decade of fantastic photographs. Everything from sweeping star trails to breathtaking Milky Way shots, from sports action images to reflective contemplation captures. This little shooter has garnered more awards than any of my other cameras, including “triple blue” images like Washington…

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The CPKC Holiday Train Schedule for 2023 has been announced!!!

It’s happening again. That time in late November when I pack my camera gear and chase a Christmas-light diesel train throughout the Northeast. And I can’t wait. CPKC – the merger of Kansas City Southern and Canadian Pacific Railroads – have announced the 2023 Holiday Train tour. As in the past, two trains will criss-cross…

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Mic Tyson and Annie Agar – my new favorite NFL commentators

A few weeks ago, I blogged about the Montgomery, Alabama riverboat brawl, and shared several video clips and commentary from online sources. One of those sources is a Las Vegas-based voice talent who operates under the name Mic Tyson. After I followed him on social media, I discovered that Mic Tyson is a big fan…

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Wait, I have family in San Antonio?

It was an off-the-cuff remark from my aunt in New Hampshire. But that off-the-cuff remark sent me on a detailed investigation. And wow … I found out a lot. Background. As I prepared for this solar eclipse photography trip, I spoke with my Aunt Elaine – she used to operate the Golden Past Antiques store…

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