GeorgeBo wrote:
Good job with the 55/1.2 on the Df. I was always hit or miss when I had that lens.
When I had my D700/600, I would focus until the green dot would light up, then back off until the light and arrow would flicker back and forth. Was usually dead on. Mirrorless is much better. I can zoom in on my focal point and make sure. I have a second 55/1.2 if you want to try it out again.
NightOwl Cat wrote:
Oh, and my surgery has now been scheduled, 12 Feb 25. Not that far away. Voice mail popped up when I turned my cell phone service back on telling me that they had a date that they could coordinate the spine surgeon and the vascular surgeon....
Vascular surgeon moves things aside for the spine surgeon to get at the spine from the front. After closing up front, they flip me over and go in through the back for more work.
Three months minimum out of work.
All the best with the surgery Laura, that procedure sounds very involved.
mp356 wrote:
Leighton, here some early fall color from Maine. The red leaf was suspended from a single spider web strand. It spun and danced in the light air. It was fun to watch. All taken with the 85 f2 Ai. Thanks for looking.
Scott
Nice fall scenery Scott, and I enjoyed the leaf defying gravity.
GeorgeBo wrote:
Good job with the 55/1.2 on the Df. I was always hit or miss when I had that lens.
Thanks, George. This 55mm f1.2 is the second one I bought; the first one I had to return. I got this one from a retired photographer, and it is in excellent condition.
leighton w wrote:
Nice set with the 55/1.2 Regina. I noticed what I assume is a water line in the first photo. Does the tide really get that high there?
Thanks, Leighton. It was my first time visiting the city. I believe the tide gets that high during storms.
Thanks Leighton, second go-around with major surgery, the first one went very well (sigmoidectomy) Time to up the protein in the diet so the belly wound heals faster. Rehabbing the front bathroom with a walk in shower in place of the tub, with a seat built in,and getting two new toilets that are higher up. Since the front bathroom is getting the extra work, going to retile so the time goes up to the ceiling in there too making it easier to clean.
leighton w wrote:
I wish you well on the surgery. I know major surgery is no fun.
Curtis, the back issue developed last year. Yes this surgery is a major one, and I've scoped out the vascular surgeron's name as far as ratings, and he has excellent ratings and years of experience. The hospital has the best rating in the Cincinnati area. The neurosurgeon has about six years experience. While nervous about it, I'm trying to stay unjittery about it, lose some weight beforehand, and getting the house ready to accommodate me, rather than winding up in a rehab facility. Kids are busy with their own lives, but I may be able to call on a couple friends to help out with some things. WeBeeSee. I'll have to learn a whole new way of sitting, standing, and getting in and out of cars.
CGrindahl wrote:
Step away for a few years and the kids get into all kinds of trouble. Really sorry to hear this is where your journey has taken you Laura. I recall you having back issues but had no idea it had become this serious. I've heard of surgery on the spine requiring the protocol you describe. Definitely not for the faint of heart. I'm guessing your experience working in the hospital gives you a better perspective on it all. I know we'll all be cheering for you and I imagine you'll have plenty of support in your family and community. Your cats will be wondering who all those strangers are that keep feeding them. I can't imagine you'll be doing that for awhile. Keep us informed as things progress.
