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The capital of Nova Scotia a charm full city that provides a mix of Canadian history and modern living. There are plenty of whale watching tours that depart from here. A unique one of a kind nature tour that provides prime opportunities to see wildlife spicies in their natural habitat.
The original Varsity was opened in 1928 on a 70' X 120' lot with a white picket fence by a man named Frank Gordy; a man with a $2,000 nest egg and "million dollar taste buds". Through his dedication to freshness, superior quality, advanced technology and serving the best food fast, he gained a reputation that is known worldwide. "What’ll ya have…What’ll ya have?" There’s no friendlier greeting than the one you’ll receive when you step up to the counter at The Varsity. Gordy family-owned and operated since 1928, The Varsity is a downtown Atlanta institution, and The World’s Largest Drive-in Restaurant.
thevarsity.com/pages/our-story
Three bracketed photos were taken with a handheld Nikon D7200 and combined with Photomatix Pro to create this HDR image. Additional adjustments were made in Photoshop CS6.
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-- The Star Spangled Banner --
Oh, say can you see,
By the dawn's early light,
What so proudly we hailed
At the twilight's last gleaming,
Whose broad stripes and bright stars,
Thru the perilous fight,
O'er the ramparts we watched
Were so gallantly streaming?
And the rockets red glare,
The bombs bursting in air,
Gave proof through the night
That our flag was still there.
O, say, does that
Star-Spangled Banner yet wave
O'er the land of the free
And the home of the brave?
Three bracketed photos were taken with a handheld Nikon D7200 and combined with Photomatix Pro to create this HDR image. Additional adjustments were made in Photoshop CS6.
"For I know the plans I have for you", declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." ~Jeremiah 29:11
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While this is not the "official" Olympic Cauldron where the flame was lit during the opening ceremonies of the 1996 Olympics, it was built at the same time by a local business man who wanted something that would remain afterward and become a symbol / icon of the city of Atlanta, Georgia. The tower is 123 feet tall and somewhat resembles the torch carried by numerous torch bearers including Muhammad Ali who was the final bearer that lit the official cauldron. And, since the "official" Olympic Cauldron is not on a main, well-traveled route through Atlanta, this has become the more visible of the few reminders left in Atlanta of the city's greatest achievement, the 1996 Olympic Games.
Three bracketed photos were taken with a handheld Nikon D7200 and combined with Photomatix Pro to create this HDR image. Additional adjustments were made in Photoshop CS6.
"For I know the plans I have for you", declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." ~Jeremiah 29:11
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The Capital City Club is a four-story buff brick structure located on the corner of Harris Street & Peachtree Street adjacent to Peachtree Center. Rectangular in form, the building is of the Georgian Revival style and is immediately identifiable because of its pleasant contrast in scale with the newer high-rise structures that surround it. While the Capital City Club is significant because it is among the oldest social organizations in the south, this structure is also significant architecturally for its contribution to the urban environment. As an excellent contrast to Peachtree Center, this building maintains a dialogue between the numerous newer and the singularly older architectural forms. Its low profile & the visual relief provided by its graceful Georgian Revival form contributes greatly to its urban setting.
"A social organization to promote the pleasure, kind feeling, & general culture of its members", the Atlanta Capital City Club was chartered by the Fulton Superior Court on May 21, 1883. The club, founded by sixty-two social & business leaders of Atlanta on April 16, 1883, elected as its first president Harry C. Stockdell. Originally housed in the second John H. James mansion (built c. 1870; demolished 1913) at the northwest corner of Peachtree & Ellis Streets, the Capital City Club retained Don Barber of New York City and Philip Thornton Marye, in 1910, to execute the design of the present building seen above in which the club is housed. The downtown club building was "opened with an informal reception on Saturday afternoon, December 17, 1911, during the administration of club president John W. Grant." Through the years, the Capital City Club became one of the traditional centers of Atlanta's social activity and became a popular gathering place for the city's leading business & professional men. Here, visiting notables —- including three presidents of the United States -— have been entertained in an atmosphere of southern hospitality.
On September 15, 1977, the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) recognized the history above and listed this structure on its registry. All of the information above was included on the original documents submitted to the NRHP for listing consideration and can be found here: npgallery.nps.gov/NRHP/AssetDetail/7d1edf96-15c9-469b-b2d...
Three bracketed photos were taken with a handheld Nikon D5000 and combined with Photomatix Pro to create this HDR image. Additional adjustments were made in Photoshop CS6.
"For I know the plans I have for you", declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." ~Jeremiah 29:11
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Arguably the prettiest street in Aiken, South Boundary Avenue is lined with majestic Live Oaks on both sides - getting a clean photo took ages however, due to the pacing of traffic up and down the street.
Aiken, South Carolina is perhaps contemporaneously most well-known as an equestrian town, with horse heads illustrating many of their street signs and pieces of civil architecture. Popular equestrian sports here include polo matches and Steeplechase races. Some of the streets in the equestrian areas are paved with sand, displaying equestrian traffic signs.
"Aiken is the most populous city in, and the county seat of, Aiken County, South Carolina, United States. According to 2020 census, the population was 32,025, making it the 15th-most populous city in South Carolina, and one of the two largest cities of the Central Savannah River Area.
Founded in 1835, Aiken was named after William Aiken, the president of the South Carolina Railroad. It became part of Aiken County when the county was formed in 1871. In the late 19th century, Aiken gained fame as a wintering spot for wealthy people from the Northeast. Thomas Hitchcock, Sr. and William C. Whitney established the Aiken Winter Colony. Over the years Aiken became a winter home for many notable people, including George H. Bostwick, James B. Eustis, Madeleine Astor, William Kissam Vanderbilt, Eugene Grace, president of Bethlehem Steel, Allan Pinkerton, and W. Averell Harriman.
Aiken is home to the University of South Carolina Aiken." (Wikipedia)
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Named after the mythological messenger of the gods, Hermes, the Hermes Towers are eight 65 foot tall towers that encircle Centennial Plaza in Downtown Atlanta, Georgia. They are stylized reproductions of markers that led the ancient Greeks to significant public spaces and/or events (like the original Olympic Games).
Three bracketed photos were taken with a handheld Nikon D5000 and combined with Photomatix Pro to create this HDR image. Additional adjustments were made in Photoshop CS6.
"For I know the plans I have for you", declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." ~Jeremiah 29:11
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In 1996, Atlanta hosted the Centennial (100 year) Olympic Games. Centennial Olympic Park, located in Downtown Atlanta, was created to memorialize the games and, according to Georgia Trend, is "the centerpiece of the Olympics legacy" in the city. In 1996, the year the park opened, this monument was erected to honor Pierre de Coubertin, who had founded the modern Olympic Games with the 1896 Summer Olympics 100 years prior. The monument, designed by Raymond Kaskey, features a step pyramid and the columns of Boaz and Jachin in addition to the statue of Coubertin. The monument is one of several in the area that memorialize the Olympic Games.
Three bracketed photos were taken with a handheld Nikon D5000 and combined with Photomatix Pro to create this HDR image. Additional adjustments were made in Photoshop CS6.
"For I know the plans I have for you", declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." ~Jeremiah 29:11
The best way to view my photostream is through Flickriver with the following link: www.flickriver.com/photos/photojourney57/
Arguably the prettiest street in Aiken, South Boundary Avenue is lined with majestic Live Oaks on both sides - getting a clean photo took ages however, due to the pacing of traffic up and down the street.
Aiken, South Carolina is perhaps contemporaneously most well-known as an equestrian town, with horse heads illustrating many of their street signs and pieces of civil architecture. Popular equestrian sports here include polo matches and Steeplechase races. Some of the streets in the equestrian areas are paved with sand, displaying equestrian traffic signs.
"Aiken is the most populous city in, and the county seat of, Aiken County, South Carolina, United States. According to 2020 census, the population was 32,025, making it the 15th-most populous city in South Carolina, and one of the two largest cities of the Central Savannah River Area.
Founded in 1835, Aiken was named after William Aiken, the president of the South Carolina Railroad. It became part of Aiken County when the county was formed in 1871. In the late 19th century, Aiken gained fame as a wintering spot for wealthy people from the Northeast. Thomas Hitchcock, Sr. and William C. Whitney established the Aiken Winter Colony. Over the years Aiken became a winter home for many notable people, including George H. Bostwick, James B. Eustis, Madeleine Astor, William Kissam Vanderbilt, Eugene Grace, president of Bethlehem Steel, Allan Pinkerton, and W. Averell Harriman.
Aiken is home to the University of South Carolina Aiken." (Wikipedia)
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Arguably the prettiest street in Aiken, South Boundary Avenue is lined with majestic Live Oaks on both sides - getting a clean photo took ages however, due to the pacing of traffic up and down the street.
Aiken, South Carolina is perhaps contemporaneously most well-known as an equestrian town, with horse heads illustrating many of their street signs and pieces of civil architecture. Popular equestrian sports here include polo matches and Steeplechase races. Some of the streets in the equestrian areas are paved with sand, displaying equestrian traffic signs.
"Aiken is the most populous city in, and the county seat of, Aiken County, South Carolina, United States. According to 2020 census, the population was 32,025, making it the 15th-most populous city in South Carolina, and one of the two largest cities of the Central Savannah River Area.
Founded in 1835, Aiken was named after William Aiken, the president of the South Carolina Railroad. It became part of Aiken County when the county was formed in 1871. In the late 19th century, Aiken gained fame as a wintering spot for wealthy people from the Northeast. Thomas Hitchcock, Sr. and William C. Whitney established the Aiken Winter Colony. Over the years Aiken became a winter home for many notable people, including George H. Bostwick, James B. Eustis, Madeleine Astor, William Kissam Vanderbilt, Eugene Grace, president of Bethlehem Steel, Allan Pinkerton, and W. Averell Harriman.
Aiken is home to the University of South Carolina Aiken." (Wikipedia)
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The title says it all. Boise in the Fall time is beautiful to see.
This photo was captured from the train depot overview.
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Two of the greatest Cardinals to ever put on a uniform in St. Louis, Missouri...#5 Albert Pujols and #50 Adam Wainwright. I got the chance to snap this photograph on July 4th in Atlanta, Georgia during a game against the Braves and I would love to have been a fly on the wall during this conversation. Unfortunately, Wainwright pitched the day before this game & was unavailable and the Braves started a right-handed pitcher so Pujols was not in the starting lineup. But, just seeing them during batting practice, pre-game activities, and like this during the game (until the rain showed up) was worth the trip during their final season.
Technical Information (or Nerdy Stuff):
Camera - Nikon D7200 (handheld)
Lens – Nikkor 18-300mm Zoom
ISO – 1250
Aperture – f/5.6
Exposure – 1/500 second
Focal Length – 300mm
The original RAW file was processed with Adobe Camera Raw and final adjustments were made with Photoshop CS6.
"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." ~Jeremiah 29:11
The best way to view my photostream is through Flickriver with the following link: www.flickriver.com/photos/photojourney57/
Aiken, South Carolina is perhaps contemporaneously most well-known as an equestrian town, with horse heads illustrating many of their street signs and pieces of civil architecture. Popular equestrian sports here include polo matches and Steeplechase races. Some of the streets in the equestrian areas are paved with sand, displaying equestrian traffic signs.
"Aiken is the most populous city in, and the county seat of, Aiken County, South Carolina, United States. According to 2020 census, the population was 32,025, making it the 15th-most populous city in South Carolina, and one of the two largest cities of the Central Savannah River Area.
Founded in 1835, Aiken was named after William Aiken, the president of the South Carolina Railroad. It became part of Aiken County when the county was formed in 1871. In the late 19th century, Aiken gained fame as a wintering spot for wealthy people from the Northeast. Thomas Hitchcock, Sr. and William C. Whitney established the Aiken Winter Colony. Over the years Aiken became a winter home for many notable people, including George H. Bostwick, James B. Eustis, Madeleine Astor, William Kissam Vanderbilt, Eugene Grace, president of Bethlehem Steel, Allan Pinkerton, and W. Averell Harriman.
Aiken is home to the University of South Carolina Aiken." (Wikipedia)
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Aiken, South Carolina is perhaps contemporaneously most well-known as an equestrian town, with horse heads illustrating many of their street signs and pieces of civil architecture. Popular equestrian sports here include polo matches and Steeplechase races. Some of the streets in the equestrian areas are paved with sand, displaying equestrian traffic signs.
The Adam Winthrop Polo Field is addressed at the corner of Sumter Street SE and Grace Avenue SE, Aiken, South Carolina.
The South Carolina Historic Properties Record lists the field's "construction date" as between 1920 an 1930.
"SIGNIFICANT ARCHITECTURAL FEATURES:
Open field associated with exercising horses and playing polo.; surrounded by mixture of hardwood trees and evergreen shrubs.. Winter Colony Historic District 1
HISTORICAL INFORMATION:
Corner of Grace Avenue and Sumter Street. In the 1920s, W. Averill Harriman, Governor of New York, owned the entire block bounded by Sumter, Mead, Grace and Marion streets. In the 1930s, F. Ambrose Clark exercised his thoroughbred racehorses on this field. Adam Winthrop purchased the field in 1960 to use as a polo field. In 1998, the Aiken County Open Land Trust purchased the field to be used as a multi-equestrian area and continues to manage the controlled use of the property, still known as the Adam Winthrop Polo Field." (schpr.sc.gov)
Aiken, South Carolina
"Aiken is the most populous city in, and the county seat of, Aiken County, South Carolina, United States. According to 2020 census, the population was 32,025, making it the 15th-most populous city in South Carolina, and one of the two largest cities of the Central Savannah River Area.
Founded in 1835, Aiken was named after William Aiken, the president of the South Carolina Railroad. It became part of Aiken County when the county was formed in 1871. In the late 19th century, Aiken gained fame as a wintering spot for wealthy people from the Northeast. Thomas Hitchcock, Sr. and William C. Whitney established the Aiken Winter Colony. Over the years Aiken became a winter home for many notable people, including George H. Bostwick, James B. Eustis, Madeleine Astor, William Kissam Vanderbilt, Eugene Grace, president of Bethlehem Steel, Allan Pinkerton, and W. Averell Harriman.
Aiken is home to the University of South Carolina Aiken." (Wikipedia)
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Just a little over two weeks prior to this photograph, #46 Paul Goldschmidt accomplished something that had not happened in Major League Baseball in nearly 100 years. In a two-game span versus the Pittsburgh Pirates on June 14–15, 2022, Goldschmidt achieved nine hits in 12 at bats with four home runs, six runs scored, nine RBI, a double, and no strikeouts. No player had matched or exceeded those totals with zero strikeouts over a two-game span since Ty Cobb on May 5–6, 1925, when the Detroit Tigers visited the St. Louis Browns. And, as of today, Goldschmidt is leading the pack for NL MVP...so here's to seeing him finish the season strong and wrap up his first MVP trophy in an already magnificent career!
Technical Information (or Nerdy Stuff):
Camera - Nikon D7200 (handheld)
Lens – Nikkor 18-300mm Zoom
ISO – 1000
Aperture – f/5.6
Exposure – 1/500 second
Focal Length – 300mm
The original RAW file was processed with Adobe Camera Raw and final adjustments were made with Photoshop CS6.
"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." ~Jeremiah 29:11
The best way to view my photostream is through Flickriver with the following link: www.flickriver.com/photos/photojourney57/
I should have picked a fancier photo for my 1500th Flickr post.
Aiken, South Carolina
"The Charles E. Simons Jr. Federal Court House is located in Aiken, South Carolina. It is significant for its association with the many federal construction programs of the Great Depression era. The building, designed by Columbia, South Carolina architects Lafaye and Lafaye, is an excellent example of a Georgian Revival building, a style often used during the 1920s and 1930s for government buildings in smaller towns. The Court House was listed in the National Register of Historic Places on December 10, 2003.
The building was named for District Court judge Charles Earl Simons Jr. in 1986." (Wikipedia)
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Aiken, South Carolina
"Aiken is the most populous city in, and the county seat of, Aiken County, South Carolina, United States. According to 2020 census, the population was 32,025, making it the 15th-most populous city in South Carolina, and one of the two largest cities of the Central Savannah River Area.
Founded in 1835, Aiken was named after William Aiken, the president of the South Carolina Railroad. It became part of Aiken County when the county was formed in 1871. In the late 19th century, Aiken gained fame as a wintering spot for wealthy people from the Northeast. Thomas Hitchcock, Sr. and William C. Whitney established the Aiken Winter Colony. Over the years Aiken became a winter home for many notable people, including George H. Bostwick, James B. Eustis, Madeleine Astor, William Kissam Vanderbilt, Eugene Grace, president of Bethlehem Steel, Allan Pinkerton, and W. Averell Harriman.
Aiken is home to the University of South Carolina Aiken." (Wikipedia)
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Traveling 3 to 4 hours twice within 3 weeks to see a likely 1st ballot Hall of Fame candidate is a small price to pay in my opinion...unfortunately, I only got to see Albert Pujols in batting practice prior to the game against the Braves in Atlanta and the game had a lengthy rain delay causing us to only see 4 innings of baseball, but it was still worth it. As a Cardinals fan, it was hard to see such a great player leave via free agency but I've always remained a fan and was excited to know that Mr. Pujols wanted to come back to St. Louis for his final year of Major League Baseball. Thank you for the memories...
Technical Information (or Nerdy Stuff):
Camera - Nikon D7200 (handheld)
Lens – Nikkor 18-300mm Zoom
ISO – 800
Aperture – f/5.6
Exposure – 1/320 second
Focal Length – 300mm
The original RAW file was processed with Adobe Camera Raw and final adjustments were made with Photoshop CS6.
"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." ~Jeremiah 29:11
The best way to view my photostream is through Flickriver with the following link: www.flickriver.com/photos/photojourney57/
Next to the Aiken Visitors Center and Train Museum.
"The Visitors Center, located downstairs, can assist you with your questions, maps, brochures, event information, and more. The Train Museum, located on the second floor, has nine dioramas that depict the towns along the original South Carolina Canal and Railroad Company right of way. This railroad became the first designed steam powered commercial railroad in the United States and the longest railroad in the world at that time. The dioramas accurately show Charleston, Summerville, St. George, Branchville, Denmark, Blackville, Aiken’s freight station, Aiken’s passenger depot, and Hamburg, near North Augusta, as they were in the year 1916. These dioramas are done in the familiar HO scale and are complimented by interactive displays depicting railroad history. The Aiken Visitors Center and Train Museum is also available for special events and is the departure site of the Aiken Trolley Tours." (visitaikensc.com)
www.visitaikensc.com/do/aiken_railroad_depot/
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AKA Chatfield Building, and C&S Bank Building. Constructed in 1911.
"The Farmers & Merchants Bank was established in 1906. This building was built ca. 1911 and combined with the Chatfield Building, which was built in 1898. Over its 75-plus years, the Farmers & Merchants Bank had only three presidents, all members of the McNair family. Farmers & Merchants was acquired by NationsBank of South Carolina in 1983, which was acquired by Bank of America in 1984." (exploresc.org)
www.exploresc.org/2021/06/01/farmers-and-merchants-bank-a...
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Belonging to St. Mary Help of Christians/St. Vincent de Paul Society, this pretty, weathered but well-kept building is located at 125 Union Street SE in Aiken, South Carolina. It is situated across from the Aiken Visitors Center and Train Museum, and Gyles Park.
"Aiken is the most populous city in, and the county seat of, Aiken County, South Carolina, United States. According to 2020 census, the population was 32,025, making it the 15th-most populous city in South Carolina, and one of the two largest cities of the Central Savannah River Area.
Founded in 1835, Aiken was named after William Aiken, the president of the South Carolina Railroad. It became part of Aiken County when the county was formed in 1871. In the late 19th century, Aiken gained fame as a wintering spot for wealthy people from the Northeast. Thomas Hitchcock, Sr. and William C. Whitney established the Aiken Winter Colony. Over the years Aiken became a winter home for many notable people, including George H. Bostwick, James B. Eustis, Madeleine Astor, William Kissam Vanderbilt, Eugene Grace, president of Bethlehem Steel, Allan Pinkerton, and W. Averell Harriman.
Aiken is home to the University of South Carolina Aiken." (Wikipedia)
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I watched, during pre-game warm-ups, as this person scrambled down to where Adam Wainwright was signing autographs and managed to get his signature on their jersey. It was the day after Wainwright had pitched so there was no chance of him being needed for any game related activity so he took a significant amount of time to sign many items and take photos with fans. Needless to say, this person was ecstatic to get the autograph of their favorite Cardinal on a jersey that matches his exactly. I suspect that this is now in a frame and mounted with pride somewhere is their home...AND, I am thrilled that Waino has decided to return for one final season in 2023! I expect this season to be one that honors him and all he's accomplished as a Cardinal legend...
Technical Information (or Nerdy Stuff):
Camera - Nikon D7200 (handheld)
Lens – Nikkor 18-300mm Zoom
ISO – 800
Aperture – f/5.6
Exposure – 1/320 second
Focal Length – 24mm
The original RAW file was processed with Adobe Camera Raw and final adjustments were made with Photoshop CS6.
"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." ~Jeremiah 29:11
The best way to view my photostream is through Flickriver with the following link: www.flickriver.com/photos/photojourney57/
Next to the Aiken Visitors Center and Train Museum.
"The Visitors Center, located downstairs, can assist you with your questions, maps, brochures, event information, and more. The Train Museum, located on the second floor, has nine dioramas that depict the towns along the original South Carolina Canal and Railroad Company right of way. This railroad became the first designed steam powered commercial railroad in the United States and the longest railroad in the world at that time. The dioramas accurately show Charleston, Summerville, St. George, Branchville, Denmark, Blackville, Aiken’s freight station, Aiken’s passenger depot, and Hamburg, near North Augusta, as they were in the year 1916. These dioramas are done in the familiar HO scale and are complimented by interactive displays depicting railroad history. The Aiken Visitors Center and Train Museum is also available for special events and is the departure site of the Aiken Trolley Tours." (visitaikensc.com)
www.visitaikensc.com/do/aiken_railroad_depot/
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Daredevil palm tree trimmers in Claremont, Southern California, known as "The City Of Trees." It should be called The City Of Trees and Tree Trimmers.
At this point in time, the future is unclear regarding Adam Wainwright's career as a pitcher in Major League Baseball even though he has reached a position within the Cardinals organization where he can stay as long as he feels that he is being a contributor to the team. While most believe that this year will be his last, he has not confirmed or denied this fact. However, he has began to take some additional time, like seen here, to enjoy the ballparks where they are playing and interact with fans clamoring for a few seconds with a Cardinal legend. On this date in Atlanta, Waino spent about 20 minutes standing at this spot and signing autographs on anything that fans handed him as well as taking photos with fans. He has always been fan friendly and loved by Cardinals Nation but it seems to me that he's taking a bit of extra time to soak it all in...regardless, I enjoyed this time of watching him interact with fans and giving me the chance to snap a few memories. Thank you 50!!
Technical Information (or Nerdy Stuff):
Camera - Nikon D7200 (handheld)
Lens – Nikkor 18-300mm Zoom
ISO – 800
Aperture – f/5.6
Exposure – 1/640 second
Focal Length – 68mm
The original RAW file was processed with Adobe Camera Raw and final adjustments were made with Photoshop CS6.
"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." ~Jeremiah 29:11
The best way to view my photostream is through Flickriver with the following link: www.flickriver.com/photos/photojourney57/
The Plum Pudding gourmet kitchen supply store in downtown historic Aiken. The building sits on the corner of Laurens Street SW, and Augusta Aiken Road.
"Aiken is the most populous city in, and the county seat of, Aiken County, South Carolina, United States. According to 2020 census, the population was 32,025, making it the 15th-most populous city in South Carolina, and one of the two largest cities of the Central Savannah River Area.
Founded in 1835, Aiken was named after William Aiken, the president of the South Carolina Railroad. It became part of Aiken County when the county was formed in 1871. In the late 19th century, Aiken gained fame as a wintering spot for wealthy people from the Northeast. Thomas Hitchcock, Sr. and William C. Whitney established the Aiken Winter Colony. Over the years Aiken became a winter home for many notable people, including George H. Bostwick, James B. Eustis, Madeleine Astor, William Kissam Vanderbilt, Eugene Grace, president of Bethlehem Steel, Allan Pinkerton, and W. Averell Harriman.
Aiken is home to the University of South Carolina Aiken." (Wikipedia)
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My man...#51 Willie McGee...one of my all-time favorite players (and now a coach) with the St. Louis Cardinals. I remember being a kid and watching the teams from the 80's with all that speed and Willie roaming the outfield...great memories backed up with seeing him pass on his baseball knowledge to today's players!
‧ Born: November 2, 1958 in San Francisco, California
‧ Batted: Switch
‧ Threw: Right
‧ MLB debut: May 10, 1982, for the St. Louis Cardinals
‧ Last MLB appearance: October 3, 1999, for the St. Louis Cardinals
--MLB statistics--
‧ Batting average: .295
‧ Hits: 2,254
‧ Home runs: 79
‧ RBI's: 856
-Teams-
‧ As player: St. Louis Cardinals (1982–1990); Oakland Athletics (1990); San Francisco Giants (1991–1994); Boston Red Sox (1995); St. Louis Cardinals (1996–1999)
As coach: St. Louis Cardinals (2018–present)
-Career highlights and awards-
‧ 4× All-Star (1983, 1985, 1987, 1988)
‧ World Series Champion (1982)
‧ NL MVP (1985)
‧ 3× Gold Glove Award (1983, 1985, 1986)
‧ Silver Slugger Award (1985)
‧ 2× NL batting champion (1985, 1990)
‧ St. Louis Cardinals Hall of Fame (2014)
Technical Information (or Nerdy Stuff):
Camera - Nikon D7200 (handheld)
Lens – Nikkor 18-300mm Zoom
ISO – 1250
Aperture – f/5.6
Exposure – 1/640 second
Focal Length – 300mm
The original RAW file was processed with Adobe Camera Raw and final adjustments were made with Photoshop CS6.
"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." ~Jeremiah 29:11
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Photography and Editing: Dirk Dreyer. Hi-Res pictures and prints available at galleries.dreyerpictures.com
Photography and Editing: Dirk Dreyer. Hi-Res pictures and prints available at galleries.dreyerpictures.com
Such a treat that we in Boise get to enjoy once a year. I have been waiting a few years to get this shot. August is generally smoky here, but not today. Such a great morning. If I counted correctly, I see 31 balloons in this field of view. That is a lot of HOT AIR!
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Photography and Editing: Dirk Dreyer. Hi-Res pictures and prints available at galleries.dreyerpictures.com
Photography and Editing: Dirk Dreyer. Hi-Res pictures and prints available at galleries.dreyerpictures.com
Photography and Editing: Dirk Dreyer. Hi-Res pictures and prints available at galleries.dreyerpictures.com
Photography and Editing: Dirk Dreyer. Hi-Res pictures and prints available at galleries.dreyerpictures.com