I was born and raised here in central Wisconsin, and always loved art. My high School art Teacher thought I should pursue it as a career, I decided not to, and have regretted that decision ever since. I stumbled across this site a few years back and became enthralled with all of the amazing artwork on display, I was in Nirvana, able to shed the days stress by viewing what everyone was doing. It didn’t take long before I started saving artists to my favorites, and in doing so, started to add stress back into my life. The list had grown so large, that it soon became impossible to always comment even with just a few words, for the work they all had posted.  So,…if you’re reading this and wonder as to why I don’t always remark on something you’ve done, it’s not because your talent or post wasn’t worthy, but simply because I don’t have the time. For that, I apologize most sincerely.
I am divorced, with three incredible children, my youngest is now seventeen, going on 28. I don’t think I’m going to allow her to date until probably her forties. I’m currently in a relationship, and have been for more than just a few years ( too long to not have a ring yet,….at least in her eyes. ), with the most amazing woman. It’s nice to feel loved and cared for, but I don’t feel as if I deserve her sometimes.
Cheri is a new member here, posting under elfin14doaks. It took me well over a year to get her to check this site and you all out, but now that she has, I think she's found her niche. Thank you all so much for welcoming and accepting her, I don't recall ever seeing her happier. I may have helped to create a monster though, used to be she rarely turned her computer on, now it's the first thing she does when she gets home. Her first endeavor, is to scan through all of her folders of photos, to try and find something worthy of you to post, then she'll spend hours going through the galleries, commenting on everything that catches her eye. You all have helped to create and instill a sense of purpose in her life,......for that I thank you!!
I’m hoping to finally be able to purchase that which I feel I need, in order to someday be able to start creating and posting art of my own. Until then, I really don’t feel as though I could ever be critical of anything someone posts here, it wouldn’t be fair, to not have exposed myself to the same. I love this community and the people in it, I don’t think it possible to find such a large and diverse group of caring and nurturing individuals anywhere else.
I came because of the art,……..but stayed because of you!!  ÂÂ
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Comments (65)
Chipka
This is a great photo: I've never managed to photograph ferris wheels, but then that might have something to do with the fact that I don't often see them, or if I do, I'm probably more interested in the roller coasters, if they are around. But that's just me. As for this image, it's fantastic. I love the low light, twilight feel of it. It has a kind of Ray Bradbury-style romance to it, like something you'd see in Green Town, Illinois, or wherever else Bradbury placed a lot of his stories. I love the subtle gradations of orange to salmon to pink. The shimmering reflection is perfect. After reading through the comments here, and knowing that you have yet to purchase a tripod, I can say that improvisation works incredibly well. In Prague I was known to carry a folding chair around, and here in Chicago, I've learned never to underestimate the value of a tall, empty Pringle's can. Those usually work, as do those tall, skinny beer glasses they use in Prague, but alas...I don't have any of those around. This is superb work!
timtripp
superb image!
bmac62
Well done Dave...all the best words have been used up already:-)))
lior
Simply: a dream!!!!!!!!!!
sossy
wonderful colored light! gorgeous reflection! fantastic twilight capture! ;o)
moochagoo
Amazing view here !
SJCKodama
A graceful shot to go along with the touching background info. Well done!
jendellas
Fabulous shot, love your words.
MagikUnicorn
Beautiful capture and reflections
traceyjane
beautiful capture
Darkwish
Remarkable pic! Very well done!
Rainastorm
Very awsome capture!! Love the mood and feel it gives, and great meaning
JaneEden
Wow this is such a stunning sharp shot, and I just love the reflections too. Very well done, excellent photography!! hugs Jane xx
ShadowsNTime
Wow what a wonderful dedication to your lady! Gorgeous photo and superb analogy! Thank you so much for leaving your wonderful comment (and yes Cheri got there first:)). You both brought tears to my eyes, and I still have to pause, still cry every time I read her story. Every word is true, I just let her tell it. Thank you for liking it and for being the very obvious loving people you are. Bitty baby wasn't allowed outside after I finally tamed her but somehow she slipped out and broke my heart. Thank you again(lynn)
flora-crassella
wonderful image!!!! Great photo!
moni2000
Beautiful atmosphere and light, colors!
ragouc
Very good shot and reflect.
Minaya
Fantastic lighting and wonderful reflections! Beautiful photo and great mood!
Flint_Hawk Online Now!
The lighting & reflection are marvelous! Wonderful dedication!
NefariousDrO
That's a beautiful shot, the reflections in the water, the sky, wow.
gibby.g
A beautiful capture, great reflections, looks so peaceful.
LBJ2
Stunning capture and motif. Amazing atmosphere.+5
artistheat
Excellent Shot:)
Winterclaw
Nice pic.
lightstormcrow
Awesome eye....The reflection of the capture is in grand step with your thought...
sandra46
wonderful landscape, full of sentiment!
prae
wonderful photo
vaggabondd
Incrediable capture and wonderful words to go with it. very nice
clbsmiley
Great night shot!
altmandee
Beautiful shot!