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Strobist: AB1600 with gridded 60X30 softbox camera right. AB800 with gridded HOBD-W overhead. AB800 with gridded 7 inch reflector camera left. Reflector camera left. Triggered by Cybersync.
Two recent graduates who struggled to find jobs upon leaving university, start their working lives selling nuts. Their's is a common tale; the result of ever-rising university attendance numbers, and what the Chinese call 'the global financial crisis caused by America'.
Beijing, China.
Allium at Whole Foods. Just looking.
I try to think about the Mexican workers who grew and harvested the fancy vegetables. . . . .
Here's more about this particular farm in California.
I captured this shot during Jackson's high school graduation which took place in the Utah Valley University auditorium. They kept the lights over the crowd of graduates frustratingly dim, however, this blond girl in the photo appeared to have a beam of light on her from somewhere. The illumination really made her stand out and glow. Her very blond hair also had something to do with it. Overall the ceremony was about 2 1/2 hours so it was tough to still seem interested by the end.
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Matthew graduated from preschool last week. Graduated, really? I'm reminded of the lines in Pixar's The Incredibles:
Bob: "It's not a graduation. He is moving from the 4th grade to the 5th grade."
Helen: "It's a ceremony!"
Bob: "It's psychotic! They keep creating new ways to celebrate mediocrity..."
Either way, of course I'm proud of him, and equally so he is so proud of himself. It truly is a big deal for him -- not to mention that I simply cannot believe this little guy is about to start Kindergarten. How time flies...
Recently i've been making the most of the crop fields near to where me and my girlfriend live. This time of year they offer decent foreground interest with the crops and trees and the wide open skies can be quite dramatic!
Taken with a a graduated filter about 45min before sunset
My oldest son Sam graduated from Purdue this weekend. A proud moment for us all. Here he is in his cap and gown giving his younger brother a pre commencement bear hug. I think we have the Christmas photo taken care of!
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It's official. The last exam has been written and she has graduated with distinction from high school. I am so proud of my girl. She's worked hard and is getting ready to take on the world. But first, we celebrate
We are expecting a very unwelcome snowstorm, starting this afternoon. I need to get a few more overseas Christmas cards and letters written, so that I can hopefully get out to post them before any snow needs clearing off my car. Will have to finish off my descriptions later. (later, evening, maybe six or so inches of snow so far.)
Luckily, the snow didn't start until I was back home from running an errand or two. I also called in at the home of a man who has been making simple wooden Christmas trees. He has not been able to work (carpentry) after having surgery in September on his shoulder (rotator cuff issue, which I can relate to). So, he decided to make Christmas trees, using Spruce, to sell, for people to decorate in any way they choose. He even made the newspaper and TV, which was great. A lot of people in his community have been buying these trees and placing them outside in their front garden to bring some Christmas cheer to all the neighbours. A few people have come forward to help him with his creations, which was nice to see. A real entrepreneur, especially in a time of his own need, and in a year unlike any other. I have a lot of respect for you, Derek. You have certainly brought your community together and given so much pleasure! Great inspiration.
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The first time I ever saw this beautiful old house/barn was on 18 July 2016, when my daughter and I did a very long drive from Calgary to the Drumheller area. Ever since then, I have wanted to go back and see it again, and yesterday, 20 December 2020, I finally found it once again. Earlier this year, I was just a road or two away from it. I had been sure I knew exactly where it stood, but learned that I really didn't. It has been updated to celebrate graduation time for 2020 - a very different kind of year and celebration for so many young people, thanks to the ongoing pandemic that has so far lasted almost a year. Well done, to all students who have been able to continue their education, whether online or in person, or a mix of both. Well done to all the parents out there, who have somehow managed to keep going, despite the enormous challenges of 2020. I don't know how you did it! Good luck in 2021, as the pandemic continues, but now with a lot more hope.
This is what I wrote about this colourful structure when I posted a photo back in 2016:
"As well as birds and beautiful scenery, we saw several old barns, including this old house/barn. Each year, the farmer allows the graduating class from the local high school to decorate this old building in any way they wish. A fun idea and it certainly adds a splash of colour. I was absolutely fascinated to read a little bit of history from someone who was a contact of mine on Flickr two or three years ago. Her Grandmother was apparently born in this house/barn. It was later converted to a granary and now, of course, has become the canvas for local students."
Yesterday, this barn was my main destination, and that is pretty much all I saw. Funny how days can be so different. I can see so many things one day, yet another outing to a different area on a different day results in maybe only a couple of dozen photos. No sign of any Snowy Owls this day.
Yesterday, my daughter graduated from the University of Alberta with a Bachelor of Education Degree. This is her second Degree as she already completed her Bachelor of Arts Degree from the U of A.
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