Photo Catch Up

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AURORA: Aurora season is pretty much over now. We only have a very narrow window of darkness now, and I'm not staying up for it. Last week, I went for a long drive with two photographer friends. We ended up driving 50 miles up the Steese Hwy, where we could find dark skies and no power lines. The trees look a little soft in some of the photos. The

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[canyoncat]

Awesome Susan!

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Thanks Bob. It's been a busy week. I love when winter releases it's grip on us!

[one_raido]

I am touched by the reunion photos and I don't even know then!

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Thank you. Every time I look at them, I get tears in my eyes. I'm happy I was able to be there capturing the moments.

[aetheldaeg]

The aurora pictures are beautiful. I must be learning something about photography as I now understand what you mean about the trees being a little soft....can see it and understand how a breeze and long exposure make it impossible for really sharp pictures.

The homecoming pictures are so wonderful. The "heart" photo is truly a treasure. I have tears in my eyes as I type this. My hubby was in the military for more than 30 years and we had many such home comings. Your photographs brought back beautiful memories and I wish that I had a friend like you to take pictures back then. Thank you for sharing.

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Even the slightest wind, making the trees move, is going to translate into softness. It's disappointing when the wind is blowing, but still a magical event.

The homecoming was so special. I'm happy that I could be there to witness it. It's been more than 5 years since I went through that with my husband, and it still touches my emotions so strongly.

[pasticcio]

Oh wow .. can't decide which is more beautiful .. the aurora or soldier Jay's homecoming .. what a truly amazing experience. I didn't realize that the soldiers all march in like that .. that's got to be something to see personally .. thanks for sharing these pictures with me :)

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Thank you.

The soldiers always come into the building in formation, while the army band plays patriotic music. Then there's a speech. Sometimes the speech is longer than it needs to be - much to the chagrin of the waiting family and friends. Sometimes it's short and to the point. On this day, the commander said "Go see your family!". All hell broke loose as they went in search of their wives, parents, friends, children... I love homecomings!

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Wow .. I get goosebumps just reading about the homecoming .. what an amazing thing to be a part of!

[myrhiann]

I'm overwhelmed by the reunion photos, they are so radiantly happy.. welldone.

The aurora pics are fabulous. Being away from the city really makes a difference.

Hope you have a lovely day.

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Thank you. The reunion was so emotional for everyone. I still get tears in my eyes when I look at the photos.

We had a great drive today! Now I have more photos to download. :)