tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3463455126326179974.post5285855227780991654..comments2023-10-18T07:11:35.641-04:00Comments on ROBINS NESTING PLACE: A New Camera and a BIG Thank you!Robin's Nesting Placehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05894844125547373328noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3463455126326179974.post-11293712855411335092011-10-01T10:08:32.968-04:002011-10-01T10:08:32.968-04:00Your shots are out of this world. Amazing...on the...Your shots are out of this world. Amazing...on the close-up shot pink coneflower with the bee on it....can you remember what camera you were using there? I am so glad I ran across your blog. Would you please email and let me know.My email is yardlady57@yahoo.com...thanks.rebahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15588288598618198121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3463455126326179974.post-23911771009893883362008-07-14T17:03:00.000-04:002008-07-14T17:03:00.000-04:00I can understand that photography can make you fee...I can understand that photography can make you feel relaxed and rejuvenated. I feel that way when I paint. I can forget about the world and my worries. <BR/><BR/>That one bumble bee looks like a one winged bandit.Lisa at Greenbowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07743973292900758183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3463455126326179974.post-23741691249742990522008-07-08T15:38:00.000-04:002008-07-08T15:38:00.000-04:00I'm sorry about your husband's job. It's like the...I'm sorry about your husband's job. It's like the camera is trying to make up for your low spirits. It looks like you're going to get a lot of pleasure from it.Mr. McGregor's Daughterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05911409327006498766noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3463455126326179974.post-71526032819324678442008-07-04T22:10:00.000-04:002008-07-04T22:10:00.000-04:00Oh, your photos are incredible. They belong in Nat...Oh, your photos are incredible. They belong in National Geographic! Those amazing dragonflies are something else. Thanks for the beauty.<BR/>Robin at Getting GroundedAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3463455126326179974.post-84753634428576118972008-07-04T07:32:00.000-04:002008-07-04T07:32:00.000-04:00Robin I shall hold you and your husband in my pray...Robin I shall hold you and your husband in my prayers.May he soon find another rewarding job placement.<BR/>I know how you feel about the garden the camera and how it calms and soothes your spirit. I think through the eye of the camera we can get closer to Nature and all its delights..and that feeds our souls! <BR/>I am under some stress here and whenever I have my camera in hand it takes me to aNaturegirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00177418253271097079noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3463455126326179974.post-19513566941579989262008-07-03T10:21:00.000-04:002008-07-03T10:21:00.000-04:00Anyone looking at these photos would agree that th...Anyone looking at these photos would agree that this camera went to the right person, Robin - they're exquisite as both art and as a celebration of the natural world that you inhabit. <BR/><BR/>According to my bloglines you hadn't made a post since June 20th, so I thought you were on vacation! It looks like a whole lot's been happening and I'm so sorry to hear that your husband lost his job. I Annie in Austinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14662139490401110432noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3463455126326179974.post-90919713488437883572008-07-02T20:42:00.000-04:002008-07-02T20:42:00.000-04:00Robin, looks like you have a handle on your new ca...Robin, looks like you have a handle on your new camera already. More beautifully captured visions.Of course no matter how good the camera it is the person behind the camera that decides how good the photo is. You have it figured out! I especially love the dragon fly too. Although the bee is stunning.<BR/><BR/>I totally understand the feeling of peace and restfulness when holding the camera and Meemshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16341998120938921741noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3463455126326179974.post-35491624534006758332008-07-02T08:39:00.000-04:002008-07-02T08:39:00.000-04:00Of course, now I want a new camera. My camera, my ...Of course, now I want a new camera. My camera, my swing, flowers, birds....you are indeed a kindred spirit, Robin. <BR/><BR/>BTW, we bought a new car the week before my husband was fired. It was frightening at first, but I came to see it as God's grace. We needed a new car and never would have bought it had we known what was just on the horizon. I'm thrilled that He let you get a new camera at Patriciahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10435071269417046903noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3463455126326179974.post-41872630928748307672008-07-01T16:55:00.000-04:002008-07-01T16:55:00.000-04:00Those photos are fantastic. Very clear and very w...Those photos are fantastic. Very clear and very well focused. It looks like you picked a great camera.Davehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00524456191483377274noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3463455126326179974.post-74695223542995033612008-07-01T16:21:00.000-04:002008-07-01T16:21:00.000-04:00Robin ~ first, my apologies for not visiting here ...Robin ~ first, my apologies for not visiting here in so long. No excuses either, (although I DO seem to be swamped lately), because I LOVE visiting your blog. I'm always thrilled with the fabulous photography of such beautiful things. <BR/><BR/>Secondly, I wasn't aware of your husband losing his job. My deepest sympathetic feelings go out to you. I was let go from my part-time job two weeks Kylee Baumlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04288354709094515651noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3463455126326179974.post-63445879966365219492008-07-01T15:29:00.000-04:002008-07-01T15:29:00.000-04:00The pictures are just stunning and congratulations...The pictures are just stunning and congratulations. Love that you took them from your porch. <BR/><BR/>Good things will come to you and I'm praying. We've been jobless twice. About 10 years ago, we couldn't rub two nickels together. Our kids were in high school and it was very rough. We've been richly blessed since but it was trying. We just said this week..if only we could have future vision Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3463455126326179974.post-42844131688468107492008-07-01T09:03:00.000-04:002008-07-01T09:03:00.000-04:00I have never seen such incredible pictures! You c...I have never seen such incredible pictures! You could win an award! I am sorry to hear your sad news. You will be in my thoughts and prayers!<BR/>LindaMeadowview Thymeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16867494627331444375noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3463455126326179974.post-74664439779237763112008-07-01T00:48:00.000-04:002008-07-01T00:48:00.000-04:00Robin,Stunning images. Just stunning.I saddened t...Robin,<BR/><BR/>Stunning images. Just stunning.<BR/>I saddened to think of the weight that the two of you are carrying around just now, but love the lemonade you've shared here, made so skillfully from those pesky lemons.<BR/><BR/>Thank you for reminding all of us how to do that.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3463455126326179974.post-25588384208491759182008-06-30T23:41:00.000-04:002008-06-30T23:41:00.000-04:00Robin, I thought your photos with your old camera ...Robin, I thought your photos with your old camera were great, but these are awesome! The dragonfly and bumblebee are so clear. Glad you are enjoying your new camera.Rosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01384059342847120951noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3463455126326179974.post-16418916808582138972008-06-30T22:53:00.000-04:002008-06-30T22:53:00.000-04:00Gorgeous photos, Robin! You sure are doing a terr...Gorgeous photos, Robin! You sure are doing a terrific job with your new camera.<BR/><BR/>I am in the market for a new camera and am driving myself crazy trying to decide...so many features, pros and cons with each model.Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06170186776403419013noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3463455126326179974.post-15480854233616198242008-06-30T20:41:00.000-04:002008-06-30T20:41:00.000-04:00Robin, I absolutely love the photos you took! You...Robin, I absolutely love the photos you took! You should be taking shots for a nature magazine!! Keep up the good work!Sherrihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955995520615536271noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3463455126326179974.post-9771298251082300592008-06-30T20:08:00.000-04:002008-06-30T20:08:00.000-04:00Your new camera is fantastic. The quality in your...Your new camera is fantastic. The quality in your pictures far exceeds my old camera. I hope your husband finds a good job soon. Good luck.Lets Planthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00335805787831512992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3463455126326179974.post-49701284079069312852008-06-30T17:02:00.000-04:002008-06-30T17:02:00.000-04:00I have to agree with everyone, your photos are lov...I have to agree with everyone, your photos are lovely. I like that all the coneflower look clear and sharp not just one. <BR/><BR/>I totally get that a nap is not as restful as a beloved activity! I can't lie down to de-stress.<BR/><BR/>You are still in my thoughts.<BR/><BR/>GailGailhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16194325535496408116noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3463455126326179974.post-52896527978528022072008-06-30T15:45:00.000-04:002008-06-30T15:45:00.000-04:00Such gorgeous shots!!!! I completely understand w...Such gorgeous shots!!!! I completely understand what you said about shooting photographs being more relaxing and rejuvenating than a nap. I'm the same way! It's wonderful isn't it?<BR/><BR/>I shoot with a Sony Alpha 100 also. I really like the results you're getting from your new acquisition. Such great zoom shots (my fave).<BR/><BR/>Hugs,<BR/>Cindy at Rosehaven CottageCindy Garber Iversonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15543940998038589239noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3463455126326179974.post-51116200790820337642008-06-30T10:55:00.000-04:002008-06-30T10:55:00.000-04:00Well, still learning or not, your pictures are eye...Well, still learning or not, your pictures are eye-popping! I have always said it takes an eye for great picture no matter the camera and boy do you have that. The dragonfly is my favorite. Hoping for the best for you.beckiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06400859161321357279noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3463455126326179974.post-50797108795726577482008-06-30T10:53:00.000-04:002008-06-30T10:53:00.000-04:00Robin, your photos are gorgeous! We have the same...Robin, your photos are gorgeous! We have the same kind of camera - DH bought mine for my birthday last year. I love the camera, wish I was half the photographer you are!<BR/><BR/>I can totally empathize with what you and your husband are going through right now. The manufacturing sector has been hard-hit by the economy in recent years. My HR manager position with a large manufacturing firm garden girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13284047851881823280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3463455126326179974.post-76403639103128042312008-06-30T10:27:00.000-04:002008-06-30T10:27:00.000-04:00Eve, thank you so much for your kind and encouragi...Eve, thank you so much for your kind and encouraging words. I'm very glad you stopped by to visit!<BR/><BR/>Hi, Crafty! Thank you. I don't use a tripod because it is difficult enough to sneak up on some of these creatures as it is. A tripod is just too cumbersome for me.<BR/><BR/>Anonymous, thank you for visiting, leaving a comment and especially the prayers. God is indeed faithful. <BR/><BR/>Robin's Nesting Placehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05894844125547373328noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3463455126326179974.post-68274974306556954192008-06-30T10:14:00.000-04:002008-06-30T10:14:00.000-04:00Such great pictures! I know you will love the new...Such great pictures! I know you will love the new camera.NCmountainwomanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00615765649828716560noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3463455126326179974.post-6929177324966649472008-06-30T09:16:00.000-04:002008-06-30T09:16:00.000-04:00Your pictures are marvelous.....this new camera en...Your pictures are marvelous.....this new camera enhances your ability to the "nth" degree! Clarity, color, wow. Praying for you this morning....we are going through a similar thing, and this I know, God IS faithful!! Keep snapping those pics!! :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3463455126326179974.post-30803327817209695242008-06-30T07:33:00.000-04:002008-06-30T07:33:00.000-04:00Beautiful photos with your new camera. It appears...Beautiful photos with your new camera. It appears to be similar to mine (7.1 megapixels and 18 times zoom). Do you use a tripod? I find that using one really helps to keep the focus steady.Lindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02114199768103222510noreply@blogger.com