Day 305 - A Walk in the Woods

Today was such a beautiful day, my wife and I decided to talk a nice long walk into the woods.

All images are taken with the EOS-M w/EF-M 22mm  @ Aperture Priority set to f/3.5

 When we got to the end of the path, We saw this view.

 Then on the way back there was the 69 news car.

See you tomorrow

Tom

Day 291 - Walking along the Little Lehigh River

After lunch, the wife and I headed over to the Little Lehigh River for a afternoon walk before picking up the grandchildren.  It was a beautiful brisk fall day to be out doors and walking.  We even got to see a larger predatory bird hit the water and fly out with a trout in it's talons.  Now that would of made a great picture, but a last I had the wrong lens to get a decent shot.

All images are taken with the EOS-M w/EF-M 22mm f/2 STM @ Aperture Priority set to f/3.5

But I did get a fisherman fishing in the Little Lehigh

And of course my honey running on the track.

Thanks for stopping by

Tom

Day 271 - Celtic Fest

After the grand children went home, the wife and I headed down to Bethlehem for the Celtic Festival.  Our favorite stop is watching and listening to the Pipe Bands.

All images are taken with the EOS-M w/EF-M 22mm f/2 STM @ Aperture Priority set to f/3.5

The Pipe Bands came marching in

As we were listening to the bands, I heard a horn of a Engine

And sure enough a train came through the middle of the festival.

 Time to head home.

Thanks for looking

Tom

Day 270 - Lunch @ Kome

TGIF.  Friday's are our date afternoon where the wife and I go out for lunch before we pick up the grandchildren.  Today we we decided to use the last of the money on our Kome gift card and have lunch there, where my wife love's their sushi and I enjoy their seafood noodle dish.

All images are taken with the EOS-M w/EF-M 22mm f/2 STM @ Aperture Priority set to f/3.5

Now we've been to Kome's so much that our waitress automatically brings out our green tea

 Then looking for a photo, sometimes all you need to do is look up

Have a great day

Tom

Day 269 - The Butztown Hotel

Today I had to head down to the bodyshop to get the car scheduled for some finishing touches that need to be done from the repair they did in July.  On my way home, I decided to stop and take a image of the Keystone Pub.

The history of the Pub was that it was built in 1806 by George Butz, the son of German Immigrants, he built the his home in 1795 where he started his life with his wife Catharine as a owner of a Grist Mill, store owner, tavern Owner and farmer.  He eventually went bankrupt and moved his family to Philadelphia in 1825.   Some say that the building started out as a Grist Mill, then converted to a hotel/pub after George left the area, renting room till 1990's when the hotel was bought and converted to the Keystone Pub.

The building became the center of the Butztown community, where they had poker nights, a brothel, and became very popular for the bikers.  It is even said that there is paranormal activity happening at the Pub.  So if you are in the area over Halloween stop by for a pint or 2.  You never know who my sit next to you for a conversation.

All images are taken with the EOS-M w/EF-M 22mm f/2 STM @ Aperture Priority set to f/3.5

HDR from 6 images from -2 to +3

Thanks for Stopping By

Tom

Day 247 - Walk along the Monocacy Trail

So this morning I decided to take a walk in the Monocacy Nature Trail, however, only 1/2 mile into the walk I had to turn around.  The reason was that because of all the rain we had, the trail was nothing but mud.  So I headed up to the railroad tracks to walk back.  It was on my way back to the park that I got the following images.

All images are taken with the EOS-M w/ EF-M 22mm f/2 STM @ f/3.5

This image is a HDR made from 6 images

Old Mill

After taking the old mill I was surprised by this

Then in the park I noticed the blank artist canvas.

HDR of 6 images

Thanks for Stopping by

Tom

Day 243 - Lehigh Valley Zoo

Now for the last 5 years, every Saturday morning, I take the grandchildren to swimming.  Every Saturday Morning before packing them in the car, I always pack the swimming gear 1st.  But on this Saturday, yes this Saturday for the 1st time in 5 years, I didn't need to go into the water because the last grandchild has moved up from too good, too little classes.  So I didn't need to pack my swim suit this morning.  Not only did I not pack my swim suit, but in the excitement of not needing to go into the water, I didn't pack anyone's swim suit.  OOPs, so tomorrow we head out for their make up class.

So we then decided to take them to the Lehigh Valley Zoo today instead of tomorrow.  They had a fun time:

All images are taken with the EOS-M w/ EF-M 22mm f/2 STM @ f/3.5

The got to see all kinds of animals, there were the

Penguins..

And the Otters

THe Kangaroos

And the Camels to Name a few

Then there was the scream that was heard all over the Zoo when

this little fellow decided to visit Nana

On her arm.

Of course it was a hot and humid day and they began to get tired

For this last images I switched Lenses to the EF-M 18-55mm

Thanks for Stopping by & Looking

Tom

Day 239 - Kreidersville Covered Bridge

Today after work I decided to head over to the Kreidersville Bridge.  The Kreidersville Bridge is the 7th and last covered Bridge in the Lehigh Valley.  The bridge crosses over the Hokendauqua Creek and is the oldest covered bridge in Lehigh Valley and one of the oldest in Pennsylvania. It is the only remaining covered bridge in Northampton County and has been known as Hummel’s, Koch’s and Solt’s Mill Bridge. Built in the Burr arch truss design with stone and mortar abutments and wing walls capped with concrete, the bridge is distinctive with no openings along the sides to light the interior.  

The Bridge is 100 feet long
Built in 1839
Currently opened for Pedestrian Traffic

All images are taken with the EOS-M w/ EF-M 22mm f/2 STM @ f/3.5

This Image I used a Cokin 003A Red Filter

The Next 2 images I used a Cokin 120 Graduate ND Strong Filter

The Next 2 images are HDR Images created from 6 images from -3 to +3.

The Final Image of this grand bridge.

Thanks for Stopping By

Tom

Day 237 - A Garlicky Day

Today there were lots of options in the Lehigh Valley.  There was the Air Show at the Lehigh Valley Airport.  Then there was the Wheels of Time Car Show in Macungie, and then there was the Garlic Festival at Bear Creek.  So yesterday I presented these 3 options to my lovely wife and I could immediately tell by her facial expression that the Wheel's of Time was a no.  So that left the Air Show or the Garlic Festival.  Well we went to church, so after the service, it would of been tuff getting to the Airport on time to see any of the shows, so we opted for the Garlic Festival, which made my bride happy.

And we all know that a happy wife is a happy life.

All images are taken with the EOS-M w/ EF-M 22mm f/2 STM @ f/3.5

And the Star of the Festival

Something interesting

Chocolate Chip Garlic Cookies

So many Vendors wanting you to buy their wares

But there were only 2 vendors that were worth mentioning.  The 1st was Mrs MacNabb's Bake Beans. What was unique about these bake beans where they were made from Lima Beans.  Now I hate Lima Beans.  I avoid Lima Beans.  I have not eaten Lima Beans since I left home @ 18. However this woman almost made me a Lima Bean Lover as these were the best tasting bake beans I have ever eaten.  And yes we did indeed by a tub of her beans.  The next Vendor was Taste Artisanal Market for their Rosemary fig infused honey made from local honey.  

Of course what would a Garlic festival be without some blue grass music

and a fiddle player

Then on our way out from Bear Creek we met the Bear Creek Mascot

After leaving Bear Creek I did stop along a country road to get this photo of a working farm

4 image Panorama

Thanks for Stopping By

Tom