Retired - Do not be offended if I do not reply to your comments about my pictures - I am cutting down time spent on FLICKR site. I am attempting to learn Photoshop Lightroom 3 and to shoot with Strobe lights. Also, I want to be out taking photos rather than in front of the computer.

Please do not post group icons in my pool - invite to a group is o.k. without any extras. I really want your opinion of my endeavors good or bad. I will check the new group for those which interest me. - Nonsence rules don't interest me - i.e post one favor 3. The fastest way to be blocked is to attach icons after 4/1/08. Thanks for your consideration.

I am interested in returning to the ORIGINAL purpose for joining FLICKR, which was - to display my photos, get feed back as to how I can improve my photography, and meet new interesting Flickr members from around the world.

I especially like visiting Photostreams of International Flickr members - it is like visiting their country from my home in Connecticut, U.S.A. A harty thanks to all who have such displays. I don't get around much these days and your photos give me a view of a place I most likely will not ever be able to personally visit.

THANK YOU.

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