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Out all day today... and no shots... so a late one at home...
Multi-exposure hipstamatic... trying to be creative....
Yep, here I am. A gun totin', tree hugging, pro-choice, pro death penalty, atheistic, liberalervative. Pretty much a politician's worse nightmare. It also means that if we talk for long enough, I'm sure to say something offensive. Sorry 'bout that.
This is a Sept. 11 memorial for the fire fighter of New York City. It is located just outside the 1929 Oceanside fire house that will soon be converted to a town historic building. Read more at my digital photography baddogphoto.dpblogs.com/2006/03/22/day-26-30-days-of-photos/.
31 Day Challenge. Christmas day. The girls with face packs. Thought I'd do the 3 wise monkeys for a bit of fun. This works!
My daughter was playing around with some glow sticks. In the darkness this was a nice opportunity for a portrait.
My biggest fear is water. Ponds, lakes, the sea, water where I can't see the bottom scares the life out of me. This photo was taken in the safety of my bathtub but it was still horrible to do. Holding my face under the water proved much harder than I thought, I would panic and inhale (like an idiot) then sit up and say that was the last time....and then do it again...over and over.... I was determined to get a photo I was happy with regardless of how uncomfortable I was but eventually I did get to the point of not being able to do it any more, but luckily I managed to get a decent photo. I thought this would be a simple enough photo to do but turned out to be a personal challenge which I am happy I did.
Day twenty six
I got lunch and frozen yogurt with Yvonne. I broke out my camera and took about two packs of film. We went to the park and saw kids drinking and dogs playing and found our little patch of sun. My land camera had its first issues. I accidentally ripped out the paper needed to pull out a picture and being development and had to open the back of the camera, exposing the last three images in the pack. Later, I pulled on the same said paper and it pulled out two, leaving me with one white picture and an accidental double exposure which reminded me the camera could do that. Later, my grandma gave me a little quote she cut out of a magazine because it reminded her of me.
(3.17.12) Yes I realize it is St. Patty's day and we aren't wearing green however, I had a green purse!
P.S. I LOVE HIM!!!
Day twenty six
I got lunch and frozen yogurt with Yvonne. I broke out my camera and took about two packs of film. We went to the park and saw kids drinking and dogs playing and found our little patch of sun. My land camera had its first issues. I accidentally ripped out the paper needed to pull out a picture and being development and had to open the back of the camera, exposing the last three images in the pack. Later, I pulled on the same said paper and it pulled out two, leaving me with one white picture and an accidental double exposure which reminded me the camera could do that. Later, my grandma gave me a little quote she cut out of a magazine because it reminded her of me.
Thing a Day Day 26
First I made a striped cane in shades of blue. The dark blue is the new Premo Navy blue and the lighter blue is the navy mixed with Kato Pearl. The flower petals were made with Kato Pearl and Pardo Art Clay translucent.
Dot (rdng tchr) and Bhumi tagged me for 16 things you want to know or not about me.
1. Thus far, I have been lucky enough to live for long periods in three countries.
2. These three countries have been on three different continents with very different cultures.
3. I've driven across the US and back. It took us about a month and it was an incredible experience. We drove through 28 states and covered about 16K miles.
4. I have a Masters degree. An MBA.
5. I dream a lot about what needs to be done and nothing gets done.
6. I like to spend my Friday evenings at home. I don't mind if I am by myself.
7. I have very poor eyesight.
8. My Mom hails from a family of artists: singers, musicians, sculptors, painters. I can't sing to save my life. Even my infant daughter caught onto that instantly. She used to scream her lungs out if I sang to her.
9. I married my best friend.
10. I have a food blog but I don't like to cook. I like to eat.
11. I used to be a voracious reader. I stopped reading when my mother got very ill. It became very difficult for me to focus and my mind would always wander. I am trying to get back to reading by borrowing books from my 10 year old.
12. I am reading Cornelia Funke's Inkheart currently.
13. I used to be a movie buff. Now I don't know the names of the latest movies. Oh yes, Slumdog Millionaire. I want to see that movie.
14. My hobbies include knitting and crocheting (I taught myself the latter), hiking and snowshoeing in the Rockies, long drives and road travel. Train travel, too. We're taking the train to California and back this spring! Yay!
15. I also love to sleep.
16. I used to be very passionate about my work. I think I might be very close to finding that spark again.
I'm supposed to tag 16 people. I'll update this post with 16 names later - these will be people who will ignore me, or begin to hate me if they don't already, or drop me as a contact as soon as I do.
26/365 (422)
I hope everyone is enjoying their Sunday. I have the lovely job of stripping back 101 years of paint. Being a heathen, I was all for replacing the skirting but the OH put his foot down and I caved in.
We're Here - Saturday Silhouettes :-)
This is one of two framed silhouette pictures that hung on my mom's wall all my life, and now hang on mine. They are reverse painted on convex glass placed over a colourful background. This style of silhouette was very popular from the 1920s to the 1950s, and they were plentiful, inexpensive, and sold in "five and dime" stores everywhere.
The convex glass made it so hard to shoot. I'm not happy with this, but it at least conveys the idea. ;)
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Processed with Cameramatic app. Taken with Slow Shutter App on an iPhone 4.
Tomorrow (Jan 27th) is Bell Lets Talk Day here in Canada. One in five people will suffer from some form of mental illness at some point in their life. At this very moment some 3,000,000 people are suffering from some form of depression.
Mental illness can include PTSD, depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, eating disorders and addictive behaviors. Mental illness knows no race, creed, colour, religion, age or sex.
27% of Canadians are fearful of being around someone who is diagnosed with a mental illness. 49% of Canadians say they would socialize with someone with a mental illness.
Ten Common Myths
Here are ten common myths about mental illnesses.
Myth #1: Mental illnesses aren’t real illnesses.
Fact: The words we use to describe mental illnesses have changed greatly over time. What hasn’t changed is the fact that mental illnesses are not the regular ups and downs of life. Mental illnesses create distress, don’t go away on their own, and are real health problems with effective treatments. When someone breaks their arm, we wouldn’t expect them to just “get over it.” Nor would we blame them if they needed a cast, sling, or other help in their daily life while they recovered.
Myth #2: Mental illnesses will never affect me.
Fact: All of us will be affected by mental illnesses. Researchers estimate that as many as one in five Canadians will experience a mental illness at some point in their life. You may not experience a mental illness yourself, but it’s very likely that a family member, friend, or co-worker will experience challenges.
Myth #3: Mental illnesses are just an excuse for poor behaviour.
Fact: It’s true that some people who experience mental illnesses may act in ways that are unexpected or seem strange to others. We need to remember that the illness, not the person, is behind these behaviours. No one chooses to experience a mental illness. People who experience a change in their behaviour due to a mental illness may feel extremely embarrassed or ashamed around others. It’s also true that people with a history of a mental illness are like anyone else: they may make poor choices or do something unexpected for reasons unrelated to symptoms of their illness.
Myth #4: Bad parenting causes mental illnesses.
Fact: No one factor can cause mental illnesses. Mental illnesses are complicated conditions that arise from a combination of genetics, biology, environment, and life experiences. Family members and loved ones do have a big role in support and recovery.
Myth #5: People with mental illnesses are violent and dangerous.
Fact: Some people try to predict violence so they know what to avoid. However, the causes of violence are complicated. Researchers agree that mental illnesses are not a good predictor of violence. In fact, if we look at mental illnesses on their own, people who experience a mental illness are no more violent than people without a mental illness.Excluding people from communities is linked to violence. And people with mental illnesses are often among those who are excluded. It’s also important to note that people who experience mental illnesses are much more likely to be victims of violence than to be violent.
Myth #6: People don’t recover from mental illnesses.
Fact: People can and do recover from mental illnesses. Today, there are many different kinds of treatments, services, and supports that can help. No one should expect to feel unwell forever. The fact is, people who experience mental illnesses can and do lead productive, engaged lives. They work, volunteer, or contribute their unique skills and abilities to their communities. Even when people experience mental illnesses that last for a long time, they can learn how to manage their symptoms so they can get back to their goals. If someone continues to experience many challenges, it may be a sign that different approaches or supports are needed.
Myth #7: People who experience mental illnesses are weak and can’t handle stress.
Fact: Stress impacts well-being, but this is true for everyone. People who experience mental illnesses may actually be better at managing stress than people who haven’t experienced mental illnesses. Many people who experience mental illnesses learn skills like stress management and problem-solving so they can take care of stress before it affects their well-being. Taking care of yourself and asking for help when you need it are signs of strength, not weakness.
Myth #8: People who experience mental illnesses can’t work.
Fact: Whether you realize it or not, workplaces are filled with people who have experienced mental illnesses. Mental illnesses don’t mean that someone is no longer capable of working. Some people benefit from changes at work to support their goals, but many people work with few supports from their employer. Most people who experience serious mental illnesses want to work but face systemic barriers to finding and keeping meaningful employment.
Myth #9: Kids can’t have a mental illness like depression. Those are adult problems
Fact: Even children can experience mental illnesses. In fact, many mental illnesses first appear when a person is young. Mental illnesses may look different in children than in adults, but they are a real concern. Mental illnesses can impact the way young people learn and build skills, which can lead to challenges in the future. Unfortunately, many children don’t receive the help they need.
Myth #10: Everyone gets depressed as they grow older. It’s just part of the aging process.
Fact: Depression is never an inevitable part of aging. Older adults may have a greater risk of depression because they experience so many changes in roles and social networks. If an older adult experiences depression, they need the same support as anyone else.
These myths—and many more—exclude people with mental illnesses from our communities and create barriers to well-being. If we want to reduce the impact of mental illnesses on our communities, we need to learn the facts and start with our own assumptions and behaviours.
I am one in five who has had a form of mental illness. I know all too well the stigma that is attached to it and I am asking all of you who read this, to educate yourself. You may know someone who is suffering from a mental illness - a friend, a loved one, a colleague. You, yourself may be one in five.
There is help out there. If you suffer and are in crisis please call 911 or go to your local hospital.
For my military colleagues and for our first responders your lives matter to all of us. PTSD is very real and you should not have to suffer in silence.
Please help Bell with their donations use the hashtag #BellLetsTalk when you tweet tomorrow if you have twitter account.
On January 27,
Let’s Talk
Bell will donate 5¢ more to mental health initiatives for every:
Text message sent* (from Bell or Bell Aliant Customer)
Mobile & long distance call made* (from a Bell or Bell Aliant Customer)
Tweet using #BellLetsTalk
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By far not the most attractive shot. Lol. I had gone through the whole day taking photos of birds and carrying on without taking a POTD (photo of the day). So a silly right before bed shot will have to do. I really want to try and miss as little days as possible this year.
I changed my photo for today already - I'm such an indecisive little libran! These fellas made me smile though
While de-cluttering my office today I came across a set of old Linux magazines. While the oldest one was from 2003 I think I have some earlier ones from the late '90s published by the Maximum PC people. I believe there may have only been 8 issues.
Erin, Holly, Jodi and I went to the Impossible Project sample sale and I was only planning to buy some film for my SX-70, but we all ended up getting cameras in addition to film. I chose a Spectra and a Sun which takes 600 film so I could have a range that took different film types to play with.
Afterwards, we did the instant photobooth and had a lovely brunch at Balaboosta.
01.26.13