Shed Aquarium

This past weekend I took my cousins, sister and nephew to the Shed Aquarium. Kids sure are innocent and carefree aren't they? They had a very good time and enjoyed the fishies. Take a look at some snapshots I took during our visit at the aquarium.

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Jules & Amy

Having Fun with the snow.
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Winter NIght In Chicago

I left work around 6:30pm and wanted to capture the snow fallling. The haze and night lights I think captured that moment for me well.
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Let It Snow

Where were you when the first snow storm of the year fell? I wanted snow but I wanted it to fall while I was sleeping. Many of it did, but many of it also came pouring down all day the next day. I had to endure walking six blocks from the train station where my car was parked, while the snow hit my face as I walked against the wind.
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Chicago Graffiti

I was driving by Ashland & North avenue the other day and saw the mural on a side building. I couldn't help but pull over and look at it more closely. The botton read Thanx 2 MIS Computer Corp, when it should say Thanx 2 Our Troops. Hang in there Joe, I hope you return home soon.
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Restaurant Decor

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Hanging Lamp

I like this lamp, found in one of our bedrooms. Sometimes it seems cold, dull and standard. Other times it seems clean and simple reminding me of an awakening of sorts.
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Happy New Year 2005!

My family and close friends welcomed the new year with a glass of champagne, confetti, whistles, delicious food and happy music.
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Another Moon Picture

What a gloomy and cold day today was. The only pretty thing I saw today was the moon.
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Mad Holiday Rush

Another Christmas has passed and I survived the shopping frenzy. The malls were packed, the cars were lined up for miles. I fought and argued with no one over a parking space. I bought my gifts and gave them away. I even went to the day after Christmas sales unscathed. I'm looking forward to do it all over again next year :)
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Birds Of A Feather

I can picture old men with those white tank tops sitting like these birds... just loafing around the porch bench watching the people pass by.
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Flying Through a Friendly Sky

I no longer live directly under the landing path of the airplanes. However, I do still live 5 minutes away from the airport and don't mind seeing the marvel of these giant metal birds pass by.
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McCormick Place Lakeside View

A look from McCormick Place - Lakeside Center. I stepped outside from one of the conference rooms and took in a long deep breath. The cold didn't let me stay out there for too long.
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Happy Holidays

Our Christmas decorations are up, the centerpiece for the dinner table reflects the holiday times. I'm almost done with my Christmas shopping :) I'm hoping the season will lift up my spirits.
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Me & My Shadow - la la la

I took my car to get an oil change today. While the work was being performed I took a long walk, fell down (Yes I fell down), got back up and took pictures along the way. Here is one of my shadow, looks like the abominable snowman doesn't it?
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How was my Thanksgiving you ask? It was Nice...

It was Thanksgiving day and Charlie wanted to do something different. Instead of going to the park he wanted to take a walk by the lake. I normally take him by the lake in the summer, I guessed he missed it, so he dragged me out to the cold. We geared up in our winter attire and took a drive by the Shedd Aquarium. After seeing this picture I realized Charlie needed a trim, and have cut his long beard and the fur around his eyes, since. He looks years younger now :) You wouldn't know from this picture but he is only three years old (21 in dog years) but by no means as old as he looks here.
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Night Motion

I've been experimenting with night pictures and better yet moving objects. I know this may be common knowledge for many but I finally figured out how to get the effects of motion. Notice the difference when only one object moves and then when both move in different directions.

Bus in Motion

Bus & Myself in Motion

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Rail Underpass

I use to always be scared of going under these viaducts at night, especially when I lived in a bad neighborhood. They are usually dirty, smelly and dark. I drove by my old neighborhood the other day, nothing has changed.
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Bundle Up Winter is Here!

This picture was taken last week, I just didn't want to admit that winter was here. The sunny day didn't reflect how cold it was, but seeing these pedestrians bundled up sure clued me in. I remind you that I do take pictures when I'm driving ;)
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Still in Awe!

I drove into work today, luckily I had my camera in the car. I snapped a picture from the parking garage - The Sears Tower still amazes me. It's just a collection of blocks but it's presence can not only seen miles away but is felt, especially when you are so close to it.
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Pictures From a Day at the Park

Here are a few pictures I took this past Saturday at Marquette Park. The weather was beautiful, the sun was shining, Charlie (my dog) was rolling, The ducks were quacking - You get the point.

This one is my favorite, I love the way this tree is shaped, from trunk to branches, I only wish I could have seen it earlier with a few colorful leaves. Click on this and the other pictures below to view larger image.
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Charlie Dog - Nature Walk

One of my many picture victims - My dog Charlie. I think he is getting use to posing for me, look how he pretends not to notice me :)
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Autumn Pictures

It's amazing how something can look so beautiful and colorful while it's life is ending. These leaves have lost their green tone and the cold is drying them out, but these autumn leaves are still hanging on. Click on this and the other fall pictures below to view larger image.
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Glen Ellyn Visit

Took a trip through Glen Ellyn the other day. It's a cute little town.
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A Dark Sunset

I love driving, you'll find that many of the pictures I take are while I'm on the road. With the exception of rush hour traffic I find driving to be very calming. However, driving while the sun sets is even more soothing and beautiful.
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2004 Halloween Pictures

I enjoyed a halloween parade this weekend. I dressed up as a devil this year, don't worry I won't post my picture. Here's a picture of Mike from Monster's Inc. as we gets invited for a picture pose on top of the magic carpet float.
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Yuck!! I don't think my cousin enjoyed the halloween candy they gave her.
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