365/365 2010

365/365 2010, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

The final image for 2010... a review of my year in photos.

A challenging yet rewarding project that introduced me many new and inspirational friends.

364/365 Just One

364/365 Just One, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

Like these delightful candies, there's just one left....

363/365 Penquins

363/365 Penquins, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

Winter Wonderland courtesy of the penquins.

362/365 Enchantment

362/365 Enchantment, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

Memories of those precious moments when enchantment was still a part of Christmas.

361/365 Blizzard Cleanup

361/365 Blizzard Cleanup, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

The Holiday Weekend Storm 2010

360/365 Gingerbread Man

360/365 Gingerbread Man, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

Maddox's new Christmas toy!

359/365 Christmas Morning

359/365 Christmas Morning, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

think Luke wants a cuppa Joe!

358/365 Christmas Eve

358/365 Christmas Eve, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

Kate's Christmas treat... 7 Shrimp with spaghetti! She did great and it was delicious!

356/365 Warm Glow

356/365 Warm Glow, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

Candles give such nice warm light, especially during the holidays!

357/365 Snowman

357/365 Snowman, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

355/365 Snowman

355/365 Snowman, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

Wooden snowman ornament.

353/365 Reflecting on the Season

253/365 Reflecting of the Season, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

351/365 Caroling

251/365 Caroling, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

352/365 Chillie and Frosty

252/365 Chillie and Frosty, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

350/365 Hark!

350/365 Hark!, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

The herald angels sing...

Our tree would not be complete without these little wooden angels.

349/365 Gnarly Christmas

349/365 Gnarly Christmas, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

Taz snowboards over the river and through the woods to get his presents delivered on time.

348/365 Christmas Delivery

348/365 Christmas Delivery, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

Red brings home the tree on the M&M Express.

347/365 Seriously?

347/365 Seriously?, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

Stormie thinks this decorating is way too girlie and wants to know "who picked these ornaments?"

346/365 Joy!

346/365 Joy!, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

Yotsuba is getting exciting about Christmas...

Yotsuba: "Joy is the best part of the holiday!"

345/365 Checking his list

345/365 Checking his list, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

It's that time... Santa is now checking his list!

Looks like my crazy week has caused me to fall a bit behind... I'll be trying to catch up over the next couple of days. I'm so close to the end I'd hate to lose out on finishing this project!

344/365 Twinkle

344/365 Twinkle, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

Little mouse basking in the twinkling lights of the Christmas tree.

343/365 Time to Share

343/365 Time to Share, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

Toys for Tots, a noble cause to provide toys to needy children

342/365 Bokeh Tree

342/365 Bokeh Tree, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

Losing focus sometimes shows us another light...

341/365 Express Yourself

341/365 Express Yourself, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

Warm thoughts and tea.

Monday with Maddox

Marvelous Maddox
Originally uploaded by maggie_gem

Maddox blessed me with an actual pose this morning!

340/365 The View...

340/365 The View..., originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

After working working late, this is a view from the car.

Seeing more lights and decorations as we get closer to Christmas... it's nice to stop a moment and enjoy the sights!

339/365 Wreath

339/365 Wreath, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

Appreciating every little thing brings more joy to the season!

338/365 Music is the Key

338/365 Music is the Key, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

When it's time to de-stress and get rebalanced, a little private time with music is the key to relaxing and getting a focus on what really matters. Clears the mind and soothes the soul!

337/365 Love of the Game

337/365 Love of the Game, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

My great-nephew plays in the NJ HS State Championship at Giants Stadium... Now State Champs Wallington Panthers!

336/365 Framing the Holidays

336/365 Framing the Holidays, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

Remember to be in a "Jolly Frame of Mind".

335/365 Puppy Love

335/365 Puppy Love, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

Holding onto Gratitude

Grateful for the great joy that can be found in sharing the simple joys in life with family and friends!

Project 365 November Mosaic

Project 365 November Mosaic
Originally uploaded by maggie_gem

1. 305/365 Friendly Photos, 2. 306/365 Leaf Diving!, 3. 307/365 Using the Noggin', 4. 308/365 Lonestar, 5. 309/365 Recycle Day, 6. 310/365 Morning Brew, 7. 311/365 SugarPup Reads Winkie, 8. 312/365 P-Nuttier, 9. 313/365 Visitor from Endor, 10. 314/365 Boo Boo Bunnies, 11. 315/365 Golden, 12. 316/365 After the Fall, 13. 317/365 Up Around the Bend, 14. 318/365 Sunday Treat, 15. 319/365 Caught, 16. 320/365 Time and Date, 17. 321/365 A Little Something Extra, 18. 322/365 Good Morning!, 19. 323/365 Bella Casa, 20. 324/365 Golden Carpet, 21. 325/365 Holiday Window, 22. 326/365 FAIL, 23. 327/365 The Remedy, 24. 328/365 Domo Hungry!, 25. 329/365 Turkey Day, 26. 330/365 Domo's Black Friday, 27. 331/365 8th Deadly Sin, 28. 332/365 Screened View, 29. 333/365 Vision: Adjusted, 30. 334/365 '54 Bel-Air

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334/365 '54 Bel-Air

334/365 '54 Bel-Air, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

1954 Chevy Bel-Air

333/365 Vision: Adjusted

333/365 Vision: Adjusted, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

The Daily Shoot assignment for 2010/11/29:
Illustrate what the word vision means to you. Either be literal or interpret it broadly and artistically.

332/365 Screened View

332/365 Screened View, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

A view of the yard, through the screened window. November very quickly coming to an end, final cleanup needed.

331/365 8th Deadly Sin

331/365 8th Deadly Sin, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

These delightful little treats are only available in Autumn/Winter which is "Mallomar Season" in NY. Reminds of S'mores for city folk... no campfires in the streets of NYC, please!

330/365 Domo's Black Friday

330/365 Domo's Black Friday, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

Domo had his fill of turkey, and spent Friday night watching Jeff Dunham while snacking on bread sticks.

Domo thought Peanut was hilarious... he almost lost his snack he was laughing so hard!

329/365 Turkey Day

329/365 Turkey Day, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

Fruity Turkey, the centerpiece!

328/365 Domo Hungry!

328/365 Domo Hungry!, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

Domo wants to know when he'll get some turkey.... then he'll be thankful!

327/365 The Remedy

327/365 The Remedy, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

The common cold is running rampant... and my daughter brought one home with her this week!

326/365 FAIL

326/365 FAIL, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

Sorry for such a bad one, another attempt at taking a shot of the moon failed miserably... this is the best I could do, it just got too late. Until next time...

325/365 Holiday Window

325/365 Holiday Window, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

A quick stop in Clinton this afternoon, the shops on Main Street are all ready for the Holidays to begin.

324/365 Golden Carpet

324/365 Golden Carpet, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

The golden leaves cover the lawn as a carpet.

323/365 Bella Casa

323/365 Bella Casa, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

This wise and soulful cat is from the Bella Casa by Ganz line. I've had it quite some time, unfortunately I don't recall what it is called and can't find it online anywhere. I guess it's retired.

322/365 Good Morning!

322/365 Good Morning!, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

Scruffy wakes up so very happy!

321/365 A Little Something Extra

321/365 A Little Something Extra, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

Lunch at home between client visits... nice to add a bunch of Triscuits to the plate!

Easing the Boredom

Easing the Boredom
Originally uploaded by maggie_gem

There are two items that I always have with me; my camera and SugarPup. There are times when they are all that keeps boredom at bay. So glad I had them with me today, an appointment for a checkup with a wait that was just too much to bear. I forgot my book and SugarPup is always a willing model! Problem solved.

How do you stay occupied when appointments take longer than expected?

320/365 Time and Date

320/365 Time and Date, originally uploaded by maggie_gem.

Yesterday Daily Shoot completed it's first year of assignments! The final assignment - Make a photograph with a calendar theme today.

While I don't follow on a daily basis, it does help give me direction in picking a shot for my own Project 365.

Autumn in New Jersey

I love the colors of autumn! 

Spring brings new life, buds and blossoms that soon turn to blooms of pretty flowers. But...

"Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower."  ~Albert Camus

Over this past weekend we took a trip to Ridgefield Park, NJ where I lived for about year.

How important it is for us to recognize and celebrate our heroes and she-roes! ~ Maya Angelou

Who can resist the beauty of the flaming red maples?

The parish church where I made confirmation, founded in 1890.

One thing I've always remembered about this NJ village was the celebration of the holidays, it being the weekend immediately following Veteran's Day this tribute brought back many memories of parades, picnics and patriotism.

This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave.  ~Elmer Davis

The afternoon was spent having lunch with my aunt. Lover of giraffes and new owner of this cute little "Beany Boo" Safari!