Mr. Andrew F. Nirk

31 Ys., 3 Ms. & 15 Ds.
Originally uploaded by K2D2vaca
Looking through my stash of photos, I stumbled across this shot of a bird on top of a lovely old headstone at Funk's Grove cemetery. As I was editing it, I started wondering about Mr. Andrew F. Nirk. Why did he die at the age of 31? What's his story?

So, on a whim, I decided to Google him. I didn't think my chances were too great at finding anything, after all he died in 1861. Amazingly enough, the first link that comes up not only has his name, but also a short page on his life. How's that for cool?

OK, this time I'm back for real!

I say that, but what if I'm wrong?  I now have a new computer and more free time than I know how to use, so I really am going to try to keep posting. We shall see...

So, with the new computer comes...PHOTOS!  Yes, I am editing again, and it's wonderful.  I love manipulating my photos to make them convey what I feel about the subject.  It's cathartic.

So, without further ado, my first two new photos to share:

small town

This was taken in the town of North Bend, Nebraska.  It would fit in with several small central Illinois towns I can think of.

old wind mill

This was also taken in Nebraska and I'm not exactly sure where.  We passed quite a few windmills that day.

Well, that's all for now, but I'll be posting some more soon!  Later!

bumble

bumble
Originally uploaded by K2D2vaca

Another new photo!! Enjoy!

I'm hoping that we are going to move the furniture out of the storage unit today. I'm just waiting for my hubbie. He takes forever to get ready and it really never shows...lol.

droplets

droplets
Originally uploaded by K2D2vaca

Please view this photo large on black. You really need to look at it large to appreciate the details in the droplets!

Our storage unit is almost empty. All we have left is the big furniture. Yea! We should be completely moved in by the end of the week.

More photos to come!

dew

dew
Originally uploaded by K2D2vaca

I took this the other morning when it was so foggy. I recommend looking at this large on black to really see the details. Look especially at the large drop on the top, right bloom. You can see the tree in it! Cool. I took a lot of shots that morning, so hopefully I'll have some more to post soon!!

On another note, we have officially finished painting, so we are all ready to move in!! Hooray!!! :)