About one hour ago, I finished work for the day, closed my computer, shifted from the north end of this old red chesterfield to the south end and picked up a book called Garden of The Brave in War, Recollections of Iran, which is one of the most enjoyable books I’ve found in, oh, let’sContinue reading “Persian adventures with Iris the Tomish cat”
Author Archives: Peter Carter
A couple of thinks we take for granted
Just this morning I was making a sandwich and used a butter knife to spread the butter, mayo and mustard and a serrated knife to slice the tomato. Two knives for one sandwich. A FEW CUTTING REMARKS: Is a two-knife sandwich distasteful? You might think it’s a bit much: I could have used one but it’sContinue reading “A couple of thinks we take for granted”
Retro Cameras
Retro cameras don’t have to be fifty years old. With current technology, you can pack a lot of cutting-edge sensor and processing technology in an old school body. Many retro cameras come with metal dials and textured grips for that vintage feel. Even the inbuilt touchscreens don’t detract from the elegant designs. Perfect for thoseContinue reading “Retro Cameras”
Street Photography Tips
The street is where life happens in its most raw, unscripted, and unexpected beauty. Not only the diversity of people, but also their interactions with architecture, machines and each other. It’s the reason why the streets are one of the most interesting and rewarding locations to practice photography. You’ll want to make sure you bringContinue reading “Street Photography Tips”
How to Find the Right Camera
There are many factors to consider when choosing a camera. For now, let’s forget about all the specifications and features available. Ask yourself the following questions: How will I be using a camera, and how often? What do I want to achieve? Which add-ons and accessories does the manufacturer offer? Budget is another important factor,Continue reading “How to Find the Right Camera”
Perfect Travel Camera
Whether you’re backpacking around South America or sailing the Pacific, a camera is a must if you want to record and share your experiences. But which camera, or cameras, should you take? I admit, I’ve been guilty of both over- and underestimating my photography needs on many trips. Hiking up a mountain trail with aContinue reading “Perfect Travel Camera”
Altered states of angels and Saint Alberts
The Wild Bunch Let me tell you about this picture. It was taken at my house, where we had a “mixed” party. We were in grade seven and never had a mixed party before, unless you count birthday parties when we were really young. That’s me holding the bottle of pop and I’m kneeling onContinue reading “Altered states of angels and Saint Alberts”
I just literally counted my blessings and, like, holy cows!
I was very small, maybe five or four, when a few of our family drove from our home in Sudbury, Ontario, to Halifax Nova Scotia, to visit my eldest sister, Bertholde. For some reason it seems we were somewhere in New Brunswick, when I sneezed, like 32 times in a row. The others in theContinue reading “I just literally counted my blessings and, like, holy cows!”
Ma Carter
Woman pushing a child in a stroller past my house an hour ago, to the kid: “What colour is that car?” THAT HALO EFFECT: Swear to God it’s coincidence Little person in stroller: “Blue.” Pusher: “Right. What colour is Grandad’s car?” Kid: “Brown.” Woman: “Brown? No. Grandad’s car is grey!” I’m not sure how old thatContinue reading “Ma Carter”
Meet Tom the human polygraph
“Do your parents know what you’re doing?” the man at the Toronto Greyhound Bus Terminal asked.. “They do,” I said. ANOTHER PAGE IN THE LIFE: Your blogger with the thenspeaker of the Ontario Legislature and very fine gentleman, Fred M. Cass That was good enough for him. The ticket guy took me at my word,Continue reading “Meet Tom the human polygraph”
PetesBlog&Grille 