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Drip drip

noreply@blogger.com (D. Glen Elrod) — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 01:10:00 +0000

Drip drip, originally uploaded by D. Glen Elrod Photography.

Just to satisfy my friend Karissa who reminded me that its been 2 months since I wrote anything.

One of my daughter's teachers from England visited this summer and the highlight of her trip was a marine trip out of Seward, Alaska. It was our first time to actually see humpback whales (seen here). We also saw sea lions, seals, puffins, bald eagles and sea otters. It was just fabulous.

Now, school has started again and Candice is in the 8th grade and loves it. I'm not so sure its school or the social aspect she loves so much.

The practice is growing by leaps and bounds. I'll have done 11 deliveries this month and set a new record for the practice. Keep it coming!

Take care,

Glen

Kenai skunk

noreply@blogger.com (D. Glen Elrod) — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 17:46:00 +0000

Hunting bear, originally uploaded by D. Glen Elrod Photography.

Not that this photo IS the elusive Kenai skunk, but it fit the weekend. My buddies and I went on a charter fishing for King Salmon on the Kenai River. Our guide had 30+ years experience, but he had ME on board. 6 hours later and none of us on the boat had caught a fish. I managed to snag a log, but that was it.

So what does the bear have to do with it? Just so the trip wasn't a complete bust, I brought my new 100-400 IS L lens (but left the 40D at home just in case it took a drink in the river) and we stopped for wildlife on the way home. This bear was a LONG way away. When I stopped and pulled out the big lens the traffic of tourists stopped and they all whipped out their camera phones! I laughed.

So all was not lost, I got this guy, a young moose, a few eagles, an arctic tern in flight and some scenery. All in all, a good trip.

Glen

Are YOU lookin at ME???

noreply@blogger.com (D. Glen Elrod) — Tue, 13 May 2008 19:30:00 +0000

Are YOU lookin at ME???, originally uploaded by D. Glen Elrod Photography.

So its been a long time since posts, so I thought I'd throw up one of my neighbors. This lady was wandering around the neighborhood with her two calves and stayed put long enough for me (and my wife and daughter and neighbors) to all have a nice long look and admire her and her children.

So, 30 minutes and a hundred or so pictures later and we left them in peace.

The business is finally taking off and things are getting busier and busier for me. Finally.

Take care,

Glen

Lame.....ducks

noreply@blogger.com (D. Glen Elrod) — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 05:32:00 +0000

Lame.....ducks, originally uploaded by D. Glen Elrod Photography.

Winter has finally gotten, well, better. Its warmer (mid 30's) is a heat wave here so while I had two hours to kill while Candice was at a birthday party I decided to try my hand at duck photography. I manged to get to the spot, unload my gear, walk over to the spot I had predetermined and....watched all the ducks scatter! Not that I thought they would really be keen to me showing up in their area, but I figured with the constant noise of the road behind me, they would be used to some company.

Did I mention that this birthday party was schedule at the exact time the Iditarod restart was happening? Hopefully next year I'll make it.

I guess having to crop a duck photo while sitting in Alaska is better than fighting the French 'industrial action' my buddy James endured over the weekend.

Glen

Choir Solo

noreply@blogger.com (D. Glen Elrod) — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 06:13:00 +0000

Choir Solo, originally uploaded by D. Glen Elrod Photography.

Some days you just have to love your kids. Candice for weeks has been going on about NOT getting the solo in the upcoming choir concert. When she tried out, she was bummed, moody and told us her best friend Allie got the part. Tonight, we learned "the rest of the story"

Once we got to the concert, Cinda and I looked at the program and thought there must be a typo, her name was listed as the soloist for her favorite song. Well, this picture tells it all. She did have the solo and she did a great job! She just wanted to surprise her mom and I and she did a fine job of that.

Glen

For the Nolls

noreply@blogger.com (D. Glen Elrod) — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 04:54:00 +0000

Tower Bridge with 300 Strong Preset, originally uploaded by D. Glen Elrod Photography.

So probably a disappointment that its not a picture of Alaska, but damn -20 is COLD!

I have now done my 5th delivery and have a total of 17 OB patients I'm following now! Not bad for just over two months in practice and no advertising to date. Thats coming very soon.

Look for my website also coming soon

www.sleepingladywomenshealthcare.com

Glen

I'm feeling green

noreply@blogger.com (D. Glen Elrod) — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 05:53:00 +0000

I'm feeling green, originally uploaded by D. Glen Elrod Photography.

OK, this is the picture that should have gone with that last post. I've already blogged the other photo.

Glen

Blue Green Sky

noreply@blogger.com (D. Glen Elrod) — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 05:51:00 +0000

Blue Green Sky, originally uploaded by D. Glen Elrod Photography.

If you happened to catch my buddy James, you know that I honestly and truly wish he'd just hurry up and get his wife out of the service and get back to Alaska. -5 degrees staring up at the stars was fun, but it would have been much more fun with a buddy.

I figure that green glow over the top of that mountain just might be what James was eluding to. Too bad he won't see it for a few more years yet.

This photo came courtesy of my new 10-22mm EFs lens. I know, I shouldn't have gotten an EFs lens if I would SOME day switch to full frame. But as I see it, I haven't gotten rid of my Digital Rebel yet (although it will soon be going to my brother-in-law) why would I part ways with the 30D. I'm sure it will work nicely on it for some time to come.

Lastly, why do camera shops insist on berating those of us that don't use cheap UV filters in front of our expensive L glass???? I paid $1200 for my 70-200 2.8L why would I want to put a $30 or $100 dollar piece of glass in front of it?

Until another dark night,

Glen

Blue Green Sky

noreply@blogger.com (D. Glen Elrod) — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 02:58:00 +0000

Blue Green Sky, originally uploaded by D. Glen Elrod Photography.

I had no idea that our new house had a view of the Aurora. I let out the dog two nights ago and voia, there is was, plain as day. So, now I'm on a quest to capture this ellusive site.

Last night I took my first of likely many trips to Hatcher Pass. Even though I didn't get any obvious Aurora moments, I did see more stars than I thought were possible to see. Hatcher pass is a good 20 miles from the nearest city and 60 miles from Anchorage, so it was dark! This photo was a shot in the dark, literally. I had no idea how or if it would turn out and had no idea where that hut would figure in the final composition.

Next time, I hope for a good show.

Glen

Finally...

noreply@blogger.com (D. Glen Elrod) — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 01:11:00 +0000

It looks like I finally get to start working! I'll be credentialled to start working as of 1 December. It has been great being off for two months, but I'm ready to start practicing again.

Wish me luck!

Glen

Alaska finally!

noreply@blogger.com (D. Glen Elrod) — Wed, 17 Oct 2007 04:02:00 +0000

Alaska, originally uploaded by D. Glen Elrod Photography.

Well, as you probably know we have moved from England back to Alaska. What a trip! 26 hours with two dogs in cargo. Thankfully, we did get to see them at customs in DC.

We have been here about a month and are slowly beginning to get things arranged. Of course, our furniture (household goods) won't be here until December. Our car won't be here until November and at the rate finance is going, I won't get my final active duty pay check until January! Somehow, you would think I was the first person to ever separate from the military. Its a wonder we ever get paid.

The practice will start 1 November and I'll get to start working in the hospital 1 December. Its all a long sad story of missed deadlines, delay in postage as to why I'm not starting sooner. The name of the practice is going to be Sleeping Lady Women's Health Care. That was after much debate as to which mountain to pick to name it after. Denali was taken. Pioneer Peak sounded to 18th century and my personal favorite is this one seen here...Twin Peaks.

If you look at the flickr site I have some more photos of the area.

Glen

River Thames

noreply@blogger.com (D. Glen Elrod) — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 17:50:00 +0000

River Thames, originally uploaded by D. Glen Elrod Photography.

After several attempts in vain, I have finally figured out how to show off my photos on flickr better.

Only 7 weeks and 5 days left at RAF Lakenheath. Orders aren't in yet, but I'm not particularly worried. We should get everything in on time. Its just a bit over a week until we head out to Alaska for a house hunting trip. Even with the benefit of the internet, its hard buying a house over the net.

Bruce Willis-Die Hard 4.0

noreply@blogger.com (D. Glen Elrod) — Sun, 24 Jun 2007 16:24:00 +0000

Bruce Willis-Die Hard 4.0, originally uploaded by D. Glen Elrod Photography.

I think I'm feeling my inner Papparrazi now. First the Royal Family, then the Harry Potter kids and now Bruce Willis!

OK, so this one wasn't nearly as close as it was taken from the Burger King upper deck some 500 yards away. But with a borrowed (thanks Steve) 100-400mm lens it wasn't a problem. With the great quality of my 30D it cropped out just nicely.

Rupert Grint, James Phelps and Candice

noreply@blogger.com (D. Glen Elrod) — Thu, 17 May 2007 10:43:00 +0000

Rupert Grint, James Phelps and Candice, originally uploaded by D. Glen Elrod Photography.

What are the chances, really, of meeting a celebrity while you are out and about? Cinda, Candice and I along with our friends Carri and 2 of her 4 children, Cassi and Mitchell went to London for the day to see Mary Poppins.

A little aside, Mary Poppins is an absolute MUST see when you are in London. Phenomenal isn't enough to explain how good it is.

Anyway, we had talked on the drive down that it would just be so cool to run in to a celeb just walking around London. And sure enough...WE DID! These young men were so nice and gracious to chat for a second and let us get our 15 seconds of standing next to fame. I was amazed at just how normal they could be.

As the count down gets closer, I will miss London an aweful lot.

Glen

In the hole!

noreply@blogger.com (D. Glen Elrod) — Mon, 09 Apr 2007 14:34:00 +0000

I don't have a golf photo, which is probably a good thing. I was watching the Masters last night and realized that whomever started the 'In the hole' scream at golf tournaments should be shot. I mean really. Par 5, 560yards and yelling this off the tee!

I think pro golf tournaments should put up a No ITH signs outside the grounds. Anyone found to yell this should immediately be ejected from the grounds and banned from any other days play. It is just THAT annoying.

Easter

noreply@blogger.com (D. Glen Elrod) — Sun, 08 Apr 2007 02:13:00 +0000

Flower canvas, originally uploaded by D. Glen Elrod Photography.

Happy Easter! Unfortunately at this particular time, I'm stuck in the hospital awaiting another Easter bunny...I mean baby. I've had two already in the last 12 hours and another still to come.

Make sure you visit my flickr photos at www.flickr.com/photos/dgelrod

Happy Easter!

Glen

Typical

noreply@blogger.com (D. Glen Elrod) — Mon, 26 Mar 2007 20:51:00 +0000

Candice_0007, originally uploaded by D. Glen Elrod Photography.

Is this not typical Candice? I can't tell you how many of these photos I have of her sticking her tongue out. But I can't complain. She got the highest grade in the class on the science test today.

What a smart kid!

OK...now I've got it

noreply@blogger.com (D. Glen Elrod) — Wed, 21 Mar 2007 18:18:00 +0000

Arch_0014, originally uploaded by D. Glen Elrod Photography.

I needed to post another one, well, because I didn't like that my flickr title went with my post. It looked kind of cheesy.

But, now I think I've figured this out.

If you don't recognize this place, its Tower Bridge from the Big Red Bus Tour in London.

Glen

Flower_001

noreply@blogger.com (D. Glen Elrod) — Wed, 21 Mar 2007 18:02:00 +0000

Flower_001, originally uploaded by D. Glen Elrod Photography.

I've looked at this photo on my desktop for days. For the longest time I couldn't decide if I liked it or not.

Now...its one of my favorites.

The color? The fact that it is a solitary living thing in the middle of lava rock? That it seems like me sometimes in a hostile island that is this work environment?

If nothing else, it will give me something to see if this blog thing really works from flickr.

Glen

Flickr

noreply@blogger.com (D. Glen Elrod) — Wed, 21 Mar 2007 17:59:00 +0000

This is a test post from , a fancy photo sharing thing.

noreply@blogger.com (D. Glen Elrod) — Wed, 14 Mar 2007 20:03:00 +0000

So why did I start my blogger experience with this photo? It represents home in a few months.

Alaska. Anchorage Alaska to be precise. Shot from Earthquake park on a trip that landed me a new job starting this fall.

This is as much a collection of 'how does this work' as anything. I'll see how it goes before I post more.