Removing a Background etc, revisited

We're agreed that the previous rendition was a little overdone, giving Elizabeth that "hollywood" look. This might be a little better. And, as I mentioned in the comments, Elizabeth doesn't need any fixing--she's beautiful just as she is; it's the photo that needs help and that's only a reflection on the photographer.

Christmas At The Hop (Micah)

This is the second half of the song

An Experiment -- Remove A Background & Fix It

More on the Christmas Concert 2008 (Elizabeth)

Christmas Concert 2008 (Micah)

Dream Home Series

Here's a little house tucked away somewhere in Scotland. Perhaps I could use it as our "summer cottage". Please do click on this photo!

Amos 5:19

This may be an illustration of Amos 5:19. Imagine this guy has finally "made it", escaping the troubles of life.

Now THIS is the Life

Ecclesiastes 4:11

Olympus OM2n

A long time ago, in 1978, I had a fine SLR, an Argus. Soon I had an Olympus OM-2n, which I still have and which still works perfectly. The link shows a slightly different model; mine is an OM2n

Going in Style

The other day I heard someone ask why some outhouses of old had two, ah, holes. The first answer I heard was "a male and female side". A practical answer was that in the winter time when one side "filled up" you would start on the other side. My dad's answer was the best, I thought. He said, "companionship". In a previous time people were not as crazy rushed as we are today, and a visit to the outhouse could and should take a good, leisurely while. You might read a magazine, a few chapters of the Bible, or just sit and think. How much nicer then if you could share that experience. The above photo exemplifies such sharing in the best possible light.

Take a Look

There are strange things going on in this world -- keep your eyes open!

Post Ballet Family Portrait

Elizabeth's Ballet Performance

On Sunday, Dec. 7, 2008, we had the pleasure of watching Elizabeth performing with her Ballet school class mates -- their first public performance.

What Can I Say?

Dave Wickerham

Last night, Dave Wickerham came to Kingston and played on Canada's Largest Theatre Pipe Organ (http://www.ktos.ca/index.html). It was an excellent concert. The video here is Dave Wickerham playing "Rondo in G" on the 4/20 Mighty Wurlitzer Theatre Organ at Denver's Paramount Theatre. It gives you an idea of what he can do.

Excuse Me, I'm Relaxing!

Do you know the Answer?

Seen from Edmonton and Regina (8hours drive apart) and even Montana

Taken by Police Car Dash Cam

Here's a Report from the Vancouver Sun

And from Great Falls, Montana

Moose Jaw, Sask

Don't Try This At Home

How Are YOU Feeling Today?

Ever felt like this?

A Day of Rest

Sometimes a cat just has to get some rest -- and today's the day. Bright Sun, warmth --that's what Mondays are all about

What a Load of Loot!

Once round Oma and Opa's neighbourhood landed an amazing haul of product. By the end of our tour they complained that the bags were getting heavy -- no wonder!

Micah's Sixth Birthday

Franceen has some nice shots of Micah's birthday party. So I thought you might enjoy this moment from September 25th. Whatever they're doing here, it looks like Micah and Elizabeth are about to blow each other up.

Thanksgiving Hike

Meghan took this shot, while Micah was ahead with Cassidy the family dog.
Today we went for a nice fall hike. Later today we'll enjoy God's good gift of family and food with grateful hearts

A Man's Best Friend

If you really want to go on a hike, try going with Aaron and Cassidy.
I think those two were made for each other. They go on 10k runs and think
nothing of it.

One Needs a Walking Stick

Elizabeth prefers to hike with a walking stick, but finding the right one can be a chore. Here she's demonstrating how this one has a sharp point that make it less than optimal.

Thanksgiving Pose

 

Mountain Climbing

After Micah climbed up from the river bed, he guided me with step-by-step prompts to safety

Photo By Micah Visser

It was a fabulous Thanksgiving Day, with much to be thankful for with a grateful heart. We went for a walk somewhere in the Parrot Bay area, and Micah said he wanted to take a picture. Here's the result. Well done, Micah, excellent work!

A Good Site

Jean and I camped at several spots this Fall. This was the last one of the season -- Kayuta Lake Campground This site was huge and the far end of it overlooked the lake below.

Adirondack Scenic Railroad

On October 4, 2008, as part of our fall vacation, Jean and I took a ride on the Adirondack Scenic Railroad (http://www.adirondackrr.com)

I managed to take about 75 pictures and 7 videos which I'll put together for a friend who is a train affectionado).

Ouch!

Micah and his sister came over after school with their dad, and dad said, "Hey, Opa, take a look at Micah's tooth -- it's pretty loose, don't you think?"
Sure was, and at that moment I knew what he had in mind (knowing my son).
"Noooo", I whispered under my breath, but it was too late -- he already had Micah back, grabbed that tooth and gave it a pull and a yank, and out it came. Blood was squirting everywhere, tears were shed, but hallelujah, another tooth makes way for growing up. Later Micah said that he'd get a dollar for this. "Inflation" Jean said to me.























...and with the hair removed (see comments for story) ...

Should I fix the cavity?









Cavity removed -- no charge :-)

Visser Stock

It was just the other week, when just about all the Vissers got together. Shown here are the adult men-folk. Pake could not attend this day for which we're sorry. From left to right; Jason, Uncle, Wayne, Ed, Scott, Aaron

VanDwelling and other ideas

I came across an article in Macleans magazine (check here) that I found very interesting. That led me to the cheaprvliving website. Then here. Well, you get the idea. Many of these people have made choices to intentionally live less expensively, quite radically so, with some becoming nomads of sorts. Living in vans, rv's, but doing so with all the essentials accounted for. Perhaps not the way we're used to it, but their creativity is inspiring.

I've come across some folks who have sold everything, bought themselves a motor home and who travel and live wherever they like, working along the way. That sounds intriguing to me and I think I could do that for awhile.

Our New 2007 Niagara Trailer, Camper, pop-up

Part of the fun of having a new camper (for me), is making modifications and personalizing it. I've started several albums of the modications, trouble and joys, etc., on Webshots.com because that seems to be the place where many owners post and share their experiences and adventures.
Please check this link -->(Our New 2007 Niagara "pop-up") for modifications and repair updates. Oops, Webshots has been completely overhauled (wrecked?) and all our stuff posted there is gone.

If you click on the photo to the left you'll get a larger version. On the trailer roof (just ignore the AC), you'll see a set of 3 solar panels generating 45watts of power (in bright sunlight).

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