It’s all of my own making. This blog used to be mostly about showcasing my experiences exploring the beautiful landscapes of Maine and especially Acadia National Park, but lately it has been swallowed up by photographs of Oliver – the little, but fast-growing dog.
I know that some loyal readers enjoy seeing what Oliver has been up to lately, and that it’d be quite OK if he was front and center all of the time. I do, however, feel as though I am forever apologizing for this recent change in course for the blog, so here I am throwing in the towel regarding the apology bit.
Don’t get me wrong, I’m hopeful of getting out to shoot landscapes again soon, but in the meantime… purely for my own sanity, I’m done apologizing for posting pictures of Oliver. Phew… just saying writing that feel’s like a load off!
Anyhoo… here’s a sampling from the last couple of days… all shot using the iPhone 5 with a touch of Instagram Earlybird filter applied. Though I ditched the Instagram app itself, I have the filters stored as actions in Photoshop – I kinda like the effect.
Have a great weekend!
Stories from home 
I have the iPhone 4 and frankly the photos aren’t that good, so I have to ask if you did a lot of post processing or just the instagram filter?
I like the effect of the Instagram filters, but if asked to describe the amount of post-processing I do, I’d have to say by most people’s standards that it is significant. It’s not that it takes a long time, or that what I do is particularly difficult, but it is more than most might do. Maybe I’ll do a little video tutorial on my workflow and post it to the blog.
Love that dog. Moved to Portland from Bangor 18 years ago and I have been without a dog. We live in a condo and we are not home enough to give a dog proper attention. Anyway I found this on Facebook and thought you might like it came with an accompanying picture of a golden looking out of a window.
Robert N Rosen shared Saved by a Share’s photo.
19 hours ago
If you have been owned by a dog you will like this
10 Things Your Dog Would Tell You…. (This made me cry)
1. My life is likely to last 10 to 15 years. Any separation from you will be painful: remember that before you get me.
2. Give me time to understand what you want of me.
3. Place your trust in me- it is crucial to my well being.
4. Do not be angry at me for long, and do not lock me up as punishment.
5. You have your work, your entertainment,and your friends. I only have you.
6. Talk to me sometimes. Even if I don’t understands your words, I understand your voice when it is speaking to me.
7. Be aware that how ever you treat me, I will never forget.
8. Remember before you hit me that I have teeth that could easily hurt you, but I choose not to bite you because I love you.
9. Before you scold me for being uncooperative,obstinate,or lazy, ask yourself if something might be bothering me. Perhaps I might not be getting the right food, or I have been out too long, or my heart is getting to old and weak.
10. Take care of me when I get old; you too will grow old. Go with me on difficult journeys. Never say: “I cannot bear to watch” or “Let it happen in my absence.” Everything is easier for me if you are there, even my death.
Remember that I love you
Robert,
Thanks for the share. Talk about pulling at the heart strings! I can absolutely envision Oliver saying those very things if he could.
I love this and it is so true of any animal! Dogs especially!
The puppy look seems to have finally left him.
Great photos too; all of them, so feck-away with that apology stuff.
He’s definitely growing up!
I for one am loving the Oliver pictures. The daily dose of great photography mixed with an adorable dog is a great combination!
Thanks Sara. Lately there hasn’t been much landscape photography going on, but am hoping that as we get more and more settled with Oliver that I’ll get out there again with camera in hand.
I think it falls within your preview to have as many photos & posts of your new dog as you want. After all it is your blog. 🙂 Besides, I see the nature behind the dog just fine once he stops distracting me. (I miss my dog so.)
Thanks. I like how you see the landscapes even in the Oliver photos!
No Need to apologize we enjoy watching Oliver grow as well!
Thanks. It’s kind of interesting to watch him grow up, isn’t it?
Yes! Yes it is! He isn’t my dog and have never met him, yet somehow I feel close to him as if he were my own…Thank you David! Hugs and kisses and much love to Oliver as well!
Thanks. I appreciate you saying that.
Great stuff! He is one happy, lucky boy!
Thanks David. I think we’re the lucky ones 🙂
If anything, every single one of those pictures is enhanced by the presence of Oliver, keep up the good work and remember that inspiration finds you, not the other way around.
Thanks for reminding me of that, and for stopping by and commenting.
Ah yes, and also that home is where the heart is, it’s only right that your blog features Oliver. He’s adorable
He’s a cutie all right… except when he’s counter surfing (his latest trick).
Just enjoy those happy times, soon he will be all grown up… and then you can shoot landscape again… 🙂 while going on those relaxing hikes with him…
We’re very much looking forward to the end of winter so we can start exploring some of our favorite trails. Can’t wait for Oliver to be with us.
Love all of your photos–Oliver and landscape. I’m just wondering how you shot the photo of his paw. It is so interesting.
He’s getting heavy enough to make a pretty solid footprint, and I saw this as I was following him in the snow.
It’s a great photo!
There is an award floating around the blog community that seems to be a ‘get to know’ you self-promotion called the Liebster Award and because I like you’re blog I have nominated you. Up to you if you want to participate or not Check out my blog to see the rules if you’re interested .http://margosnotebook.wordpress.com/2013/02/18/liebster-award/
I don’t think I’ll have time to participate, but thanks for the sentiment – much appreciated 🙂
I love your current focus! That is what is so awesome about blogging…. it gets to flex and curve as you do. You have a precious pup!
Thanks. I’ve definitely taken a serious detour since Oliver entered our lives. Maybe someday things will get back to “normal” again!
No need for apologizing here, David. You have got a wonderful friend here – and we shoot what we love, don’t we?!!
But I love landscapes – you know that!
Thanks Truels… he’s an amazing little guy, and I DO like photographing him 🙂
I absolutely LOVE this shoot! the colours are amazing. Don’t apologize for showing these amazing pictures of Oliver! Keep it up.
alice
Thanks Alice. We always have a good time out walking together.