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I have been in the newspaper and website business for over 40 years. I am a fan of NASCAR and saltwater fishing. I graduated from Westminster High School and attended Frederick Communty College. I was a member of National Press Photographers Association, Eastern Motorsports Press Association, Carroll County Oldtimes Baseball Association and AP Photo Managers. I am retired now. I would appreciate any comments or just to let me know you stopped by, thanks!

Monday, December 31, 2018

Monday's Bible Verse


The first day of the week and last day of the year. If there was something you wanted to do this year, you only have a few hours. Only fitting that it is going to rain today. Have a great day. Today's verse is Romans 15:13. The image was taken in Abbottstown, PA.

Sunday, December 30, 2018

Sunday's Bible Verse


The last Sunday in 2018. Time to reflect on the past year and prepare for a new one. Have a great Lord's Day. Today's verse is John 1:9-10. The image was made in Abbottstown, PA.

Saturday, December 29, 2018

Saturday's Bible Verse


The last weekend of 2018. Back to the snow comment from yesterday, it will only the second time since 1889, that it hasn't snowed in December. Have a great day. Today's verse is James 1:17. The image was made in Abbottstown, PA.

Friday, December 28, 2018

Friday's Bible Verse


It's Friday, so it must be raining. It has rained on 27 of 52 Fridays in 2018. Have a great day and keep dry. Today's verse is Romans 6:23. The image was made in New Oxford, PA.

Thursday, December 27, 2018

Thursday's Bible Verse


The year and month are slipping away. For the first time in about 20 years, there has been no snow in December. Have a great day. Today's verse is 2 Corinthians 9:15. The image was made in Union Mills, MD.

Wednesday, December 26, 2018

Wednesday's Bible Verse


The day after Christmas and the week is half gone. Hope everyone had a good time with friends and family. Have a great day. Today's verse is John 3:16. The image was taken in Abbottstown, PA.

Tuesday, December 25, 2018

Christmas Eve


















Now we are ready for Christmas. Connie and I attened Christmas Eve service at St. Mary's United Church of Christ in Silver Run. Nothing like the low light and traditional Christmas music to get you in the mood. Here is a sample of the sights and sounds of the service.

Christmas Bible Verse


Merry Christmas and God bless us everyone. Hope you get to spend time with loved ones and have a great day. Today's verse is Luke 2:11. The image is St. Mary's United Church of Christ in Silver Run, MD.

Monday, December 24, 2018

Monday's Bible Verse


Christmas eve, time for last minute details and church. Always look forward to Christmas eve services. Have a great day. Today's verse is Luke 2:10. The image was made at St. Mary's United Church of Christ, Silver Run, MD.

Sunday, December 23, 2018

Sunday's Bible Verse


The fourth Sunday of Advent, one more candle to light. Most of the wrapping was done yesterday, just need to clean the house. Have a great day. Today's verse is Matthew 1:21. The image is Baust Church in Tyrone, MD.

Saturday, December 22, 2018

Saturday's Bible Verse


Well, the longest night is behind us, now they start to get shorter as we head to spring. Some start to winter, yesterday, no jacket or sweater. Have a great day. Today's verse is John 1:29. The image was made in Williamsburg, VA.

Friday, December 21, 2018

Friday's Bible Verse


The first day of winter and it feels like spring. I am sure over the next three months will get a taste of winter. Have a great day. Today's verse is Luke 1:37. The image was made in Williamsburg, VA.

Thursday, December 20, 2018

Thursday's Bible Verse


Prepare to get wet today and tomorrow, rain not snow. Time to start planning a Christmas meal. Have a great day. Today's verse is John 1:4-5. The image was made in Abbottstown, PA.

Wednesday, December 19, 2018

Wednesday's Bible Verse


Should be a nice sunny day before the rain returns. At least the wind is gone. Have a great day. Today's verse is Proverbs 17:22. The image was captured in Westminster, MD.

Tuesday, December 18, 2018

Tuesday's Bible Verse


One week until the big event. Should be cooler today, which will feel like the season. Have a great day. Today's verse is Romans 12:10. The image was made in the Gamber area of Carroll County, MD.

Monday, December 17, 2018

Monday's Bible Verse


The start of the week before Christmas. Also change seasons this week. Have a great day. Today's verse is Romans 15:13. The image was captured in Abbottstown, PA.

Sunday, December 16, 2018

Sunday's Bible Verse


Another wet day, a good one for church and then some football. With some reading thrown in. It's time for Cantana at church. Have a great day. Today's verse is Luke 2:14. The church is in southern Carrroll County, MD.

Saturday, December 15, 2018

Saturday's Bible Verse


Only 10 days until Christmas. The days are slipping away as only 16 left in the year. Keep dry and have a great day. Today's verse is Philippians 2:8-10. The image was made in East Berlin, PA.

Friday, December 14, 2018

Friday's Bible Verse


The dry spell of 11 straight days will end today. Keep dry and have a great day. Today's verse is Acts 5:31. The image was made at Codorus State Park, PA.

Thursday, December 13, 2018

Thursday's Bible Verse


Glad yesterday is over. A warm up is coming, but so is the rain. Have a great day. Today's verse is Isaiah 7:14. The image was captured in Hanover, PA.

Wednesday, December 12, 2018

Wednesday's Bible Verse


A little warmer today, but looking for some light snow tomorrow. Have a great day. Today's verse is Luke 1:30-31. The image was made in Abbottstown, PA.

Tuesday, December 11, 2018

Tuesday's Bible Verse


Today makes nine straight days since it last rained. Only the second time this year we had a stretch that long. The other time was in August. Have a great day. Today's verse is Isaiah 11:1. The image was made in Abbottstown, PA.

Monday, December 10, 2018

Monday's Bible Verse


The start of another week and only 20 days left in 2018. Burr it's cold out. Have a great day. Today's verse is Psalm 71:9.The image was made in Hanover, PA,

Sunday, December 9, 2018

Sunday's Bible Verse


The Lord's Day and the children's Christmas program at church. Another chilly day, but no snow. Have a great day. Today's verse is Zechariah 9:9. The image is Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in New Oxford, PA.

Saturday, December 8, 2018

Saturday's Bible Verse


The weekend an it feels like the season. Looks like the big storm will miss us. Have a great day. Today's verse is Isaiah 29:15. The image was made in Abbottstown, PA.

Friday, December 7, 2018

Friday's Bible Verse


Pearl Harbor day, the 77th annversary. Keep warm as a cold front went through. Wind chill will make it feel colder. Have a great day. Today's verse is Psalm 103:12. The image was made in East Berlin, PA.

Thursday, December 6, 2018

Thursday's Bible Verse


Almost the end of the week. Another cool day on tap, so keep warm. Have a great day. Today's verse is Romans 8:25. The image was captured near New Oxford, PA.

Wednesday, December 5, 2018

Wednesday's Bible Verse


A cold middle of the week. Strange, but it doesn't feel that cold, maybe because of no wind. Have a great day. Today's verse is Proverbs 6:20. The image was taken near Abbottstown, PA.

Tuesday, December 4, 2018

Tuesday's Bible Verse


Winter has returned. Back to the winter coat. Keeping an eye on weekend weather. Have a great day. Today's verse is 1 Samuel 12:15. The image was captured in Abbottstown, PA.

Monday, December 3, 2018

Monday's Bible Verse


The first of the week and a day of change. Nice, then windy and the rest of the week, cold. Have a great day. Today's verse is 1 Corinthians 12:13. The image was made in Union Mills, MD.

Sunday, December 2, 2018

Sunday's Bible Verse


The day is starting gray and wet, but should end with the temperature about 60. It will be a good day, asit's the Lord's Day. Have a great day. The steeple is the Basilica of the Scared Heart of Jesus, Hanover, PA.

Saturday, December 1, 2018

Saturday's Bible verse


The first day of December and it is so bright. But that will not last long as it is to wet this afternoon. Keep dry and have a great day. Today's verse is Amos 5:19. The image was captured in Eldersburg, MD.

Friday, November 30, 2018

Friday's Bible Verse


The end of the week and month. One month left in 2018, be glad to see it pass. Have a great day. Today's verse is Psalm 8:1. The image was taken near Abbottstown, PA.

Thursday, November 29, 2018

Thursday's Bible Verse


We lose the wind today, so I will be able to pick-up some decorations. Have a great day. Today's verse is 1 Samuel 12:22. The image was made in Union Mills, MD.