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steven kessel said:
Parasitic Jaeger. Photographed in Svalbard in the high Arctic.

Cool! Definitely not something we get to see everyday!

A little more ordinary, one of the Sora's wandered in front of me on the partly submerged branches.
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Jack,
Hope you're recovering well. Also, hope your headaches are gone.
We're readers of CR, and as are you, I read for inspiration and a source of learning the art and science of photography. Not to mention getting communal infection of GAS, ;D.
For some reason or other, we don't always respond to posts of everyone, though I have great admiration of the posts, photos or text. And, we sometimes have ups and downs and just want to hide under bed covers, ignoring everyone and everything. Which then when we return, we're more enthusiastic! I'm just happy that you're here.
Rest up and come back more often.
-r
 
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Hi Folks, lion rock.
So true, I see so many excellent photos here, yes I should respond more than I do, but I like to make a personal comment about the photos I like, I don't like to just +1 stuff but I guess that would be better than not acknowledging the shots at all.
Great shots ERHP, Don and Orangutan. Please keep up the good work, it is the inspiration many of us need.
Get well soon Jack.

Cheers, Graham.

lion rock said:
Jack,
Hope you're recovering well. Also, hope your headaches are gone.
We're readers of CR, and as are you, I read for inspiration and a source of learning the art and science of photography. Not to mention getting communal infection of GAS, ;D.
For some reason or other, we don't always respond to posts of everyone, though I have great admiration of the posts, photos or text. And, we sometimes have ups and downs and just want to hide under bed covers, ignoring everyone and everything. Which then when we return, we're more enthusiastic! I'm just happy that you're here.
Rest up and come back more often.
-r
 
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Thanks guys for the positives. My sinus surgery appears to have gone fairly well, but time will tell. Get the final opinion on my ticker Wednesday.

Right now it appears I've traded headache for sinus surgery pain but it's hard to differentiate. My sense of smell is so sharp I can't believe it. :)

I'm enjoying the recent shots and when you see more postings and feedback you'll know I'm becoming a happy camper again.

These guys steal more suet and it's going to be hunting season! ;)

Jack
 

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Jack Douglas said:
Thanks Click, Eldar. The robins up here are as symbolic of Alberta as the wild rose! Probably our most common moderately sized bird. Everyone loves them and watches for them in the spring.

Eldar, I see you are taking full advantage of what must be an amazing experience!!

Jack
Yupp Jack, the trip to Mana Pools was magical. Highly recommended!
 
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PBear, first post, and to me! Why, thank you very much. Often I don't post a shot because it's just another plain old ____. ;)

Here's another plain old BJ. And a Blackbird I should have posted (or did I) a few months back. This composition I do like.

Elda, I'm toying with a mission trip to Zambia if I get the OK on my ticker (health). I would help with construction activities but we really know what's behind the idea, don't we? ;)

Jack
 

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Hi,

Finally my website is up and running and I have posted my first proper blog entry. It covers a period of about 18 months trying to photograph some local Peregrine Falcons whilst learning to use my gear, learning about the birds behaviour and getting to know the location. Shameless bit of self-promotion here I know but I would love any feedback and comments on article and the images.

http://www.nathang.photography/blog/2015/10/6/avon-gorge-peregrines

Thanks

N
 
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