About time
by CorySmith

Comment:
There are no words sufficient enough to describe the emotions, thoughts, dreams and physical efforts of a "Marine Mom" who lived and survived the first 20 years of her own personal "Bootcamp" on your behalf.

Along with a great sense of personal relief, it is indeed an honorable privilege to observe your transformation from childhood to adulthood via the Corps.

I know, because I have experienced the opportunity of living with and observing your very own "Marine Mom".

Thanks Cory, for all you have taught us!

Bill

Going my way
by Gman17

Comment:
Ther serenity of this shot,, just melted the stresses of a Monday away. Thanks for taking the time to capture this moment in time!

Legion
by CalliopeKel

Comment:
come live wiht him, and you will see just how evil he is!

My Father.
by svarttrast

Comment:
When I was young, I use to wonder when I saw pics like this, "What is he thinking?"

And now, I think I know.

There is a richness that only comes from living life.

I can't drive 55
by CalliopeKel

Comment:
What song???? Did I miss something??

There are those who claim that I missed most of life... Oh well. Thats how it goes.

stairs
by bucket

Comment:
This is precious, the lighting, the moment captured. How fragile life is and as humans at all ages, we tenatively explore our environment.

This photo shows just how rich a black and white can be.

Old Man
by gsal

Comment:
Love the shot. Because of the texture/interest of the shoes, I would love to see the feet/footwear included in the frame and not cropped out. It is part of what makes him "a pic worth taking"

Would love to see this shot with you stepping a couple of steps to your right. So that the vertical pole is just to his right leaving only the horizontal poles crossing your subject. The hands are/"may be" an intricate part of the story, and unfortunately, are partially hidden.

Shadows and lighting work to highlight your subject.

PICT1548.JPG
by cryingdragon

Comment:
Having a son in the Marines, I am thankful for every moment, every day spent training, practicing in every possible senario that they may face.

Personally, I think it is a shame that each and every one of us citizens does not take refresher courses, on a periodic basis, like CPR, defensive driving, natural disaster preparedness, and yes the list can be long.

As for the photo, it is in focus, very sharp, conveys the subject in a tasteful and educational fashion. May not be the right technical terms as used by those with more photo savy than I. But I like it!

Trust
by Fromac

Comment:
This speaks volumes about life, living it, good times, hard times...

No better title for it.... Trust.... Something we all need....

Individually and collectively

Heavy Snow
by scarbrd

Comment:
Wood burning stove
Supper simmering
Cup of herbal tea
A book in my lap

One of life's finner moments!