Birds-of-Paradise Project Introduction


STUNNING video if you LOVE birds!

Explore more: http://www.birdsofparadiseproject.org

The Birds-of-Paradise Project reveals the astounding beauty of 39 of the most exquisitely specialized animals on earth. After 8 years and 18 expeditions to New Guinea, Australia, and nearby islands, Cornell Lab scientist Ed Scholes and National Geographic photojournalist Tim Laman succeeded in capturing images of all 39 species in the bird-of-paradise family for the first time ever. This trailer gives a sense of their monumental undertaking and the spectacular footage that resulted. Filmed by Tim Laman, Ed Scholes, and Eric Liner. Continue reading

Driven – The Arctic Circle


Every once in awhile I come across a video that just resonates with me…I mean everyone should watch this especially if you are an adventurer.  This guy Ed from New Mexico rode 10,000 miles in 26 days and how he sees Canada and Alaska is spot on.  I LOVE, absolutely LOVE his attitude, sense of humor….I mean everything about his heart and soul.  I really hope everyone who takes a look at this post takes the time to sit back and watch….it is soooooo worth it trust me.

I think this is my most favorite ADV video I have seen so far….and I loved seeing where we went through his eyes….BRAVO!

The Biggest Dogs in the World – There Be Giants


Let’s face it, some people like their pets big! If you are looking for a large dog there are a number of breeds which are generally referred to as giants. Be careful, though – you should only consider these breeds if you have lots of space, lots of time and quite a deal of money. The Ark in Space takes a look at the giants of the canine world.

SOURCE: THE ARK IN SPACE

The English Mastiff

The English Mastiff, in terms of mass is the big daddy of all dogs and its dimensions particularly that of the male are something to be believed. Every inch of this dog gives off strength and power – if the planet Krypton had a dog then this would probably be it. The world record holding breed for weight, this dog can weigh up to two hundred and fifty pounds for a male and around fifty pounds less than a female. The breed has been around for a long time – the name probably derives from the Anglo-Saxon word for powerful –masty. It is generally recognized to be the oldest dog breed in the UK. Continue reading

20 Gorgeous Animal Photos


SOURCE: EARTHRANDOM

Humans have always been mesmerized by the beauty of the animals that share this world with us. Because of that, many great photographers dedicate so much time trying to capture them in their best moments. Here are 20 examples of that:

1 20 Gorgeous Animal Photos

Source: P. Lindel

2 20 Gorgeous Animal Photos

Source: Roland Sax

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Photo of the Day: Best of January 2013


Click the pictures and ENJOY!

DOG/GOD = Great Outdoors!


I am very rarely at a loss of words but when it comes to attending my first dog memorial I seem to be.  I have tried to write this post numerous times but it never came out right.  So, what I have done is post pictures of this special day in February, made a video as tribute to my friend/colleague Sandi and a quote Sandi said to me….I was honored and really touched.  We have three dogs and will inevitably experience this loss.

Final resting place

Final resting place

This is a special post…please scroll down, take a look at the pictures and read the little story.  Then, pay tribute and watch the short video.  Best in HD and wide screen.  I know many of the readers of this BLOG can relate.  The love we have for our pets is a very personal relationship but in the end I think we all feel the same way when they have to leave us. Continue reading

Animals Illuminated by the Sun


April 14, 2012 By

The time of sunset is defined in astronomy as the moment when the trailing edge of the Sun’s disk disappears below the horizon in the west. There are few things in nature as photogenic as the sky at sunset, especially animals. The rich bright gold, pink and orange colors make unusually beautiful pictures of animals illuminated by the sun.

sun animals 1 Animals Illuminated by the Sun Continue reading

Our Family plus Leslie


Cheryl is now learning to be a photographer for her new position with the RCMP…she has to learn this in order to be part of the forensics team.  BONUS for us when we go on another bike trip….we will have “real” pics from now one!  Well, at least when we are off the bikes!

Our Beagle Cruizer who will be 9 this year, Sierra going to be 11 and Xander the little guy will be 13.