graytrekker wrote:
I retired last year and I am having a great time! I was the best career move . I have ever made!
I need another couple of years under the belt in order to top-up the pension, finance some more house improvements and a camera upgrade.
At work we recently had a headcount cull. It ran deep and wide. Some friends/colleagues got the chop. I survived.
Been with the company 30 years and under the present trade-war climate many people consider themselves to now be on rolling 12 month contracts that may, or may not, be renewed at the end of 2020.
So retirement might come earlier than anticipated. Let's see what the new decade has in store.
More camera time for a starter...........
DeltaSigma wrote:
I need another couple of years under the belt in order to top-up the pension, finance some more house improvements and a camera upgrade.
At work we recently had a headcount cull. It ran deep and wide. Some friends/colleagues got the chop. I survived.
Been with the company 30 years and under the present trade-war climate many people consider themselves to now be on rolling 12 month contracts that may, or may not, be renewed at the end of 2020.
So retirement might come earlier than anticipated. Let's see what the new decade has in store.
More camera time for a starter...........
Colin -
Well you did mention some months back that you were going through some "stuff". I guess we now know some of it. I am sure we all here are wishing you a much better 2020!!
All the best Colin, and everyone else for the upcoming year!
Philippe, great viewpoint, light, and timing for that shot.
Peter, I like the underbelly perspective of the B-58! Reminded me of a quick stop at the Mighty Eighth Air Force museum in Georgia on the way to Florida, many years ago, where the B-47 is exhibited on the grounds.
I got an email a few days ago telling me there is a private message from Jack, MontanaKid with a Christmas greeting which was a reminder I'd been AWOL from Manual Focus Nikon Glass for quite some time. I have taken a few photos of late... very few in fact, but I thought I could make a small contribution to the thread as I express my wishes for a safe and sane New Year. Jack mentioned slowing down a bit as he ages, which I could probably say about myself as well... but the reality is this has been a very busy year and photography has not had serious attention for longer than I can remember. It is comforting to know that others are still putting these wonderful lenses through their paces. I see that even Philippe is sharing images... the most recent very reminiscent of Donald Jean shared with us in years gone by. Happy shooting everyone!
These three were all shot with the 135 f/2.8 Q.C. AI on my still loved Df.
And I'll add one taken on Christmas Day of my friend's son Ansel who is now seven years old. I met his father when he too was seven years old... 33 years ago.
This was shot with the 85 f/1.4 AI-s which everyone knows is a great portrait lens.
Thanks Doug. I note you've been participating on the thread. Who would have thought we'd have a "chapter" in Montana?
Amazing to realize we're heading into 2020. I recall when looking forward to 1984 seemed like a big deal, likely because of the George Orwell book by that name... Imagine, that was THIRTY SIX YEARS AGO! That really makes me feel old...
But imagine the delight spending an afternoon with someone like this? Taken with the 55 f/1.2 S.C. AI...
I start and end almost every day from this seat. Sitting here in the quiet tonight (because tomorrow night will not be as quiet) thinking back over the year with all the ups and downs. One of the constants has been this thread. No conflict, no political debates, or negative vibes, just friends sharing a common passion in photography, these wonderful old Nikkor lenses, as well as sharing in life experiences.
Here is a big shout out to Curtis for starting this thread!
I feel we push each other to expand our boundaries with this great hobby. I know my interest in photography has been driven by this group. We certainly know how to keep the GAS going and pushing each other into other areas. It is great seeing the great diversity in photographic style, geographic regions represented, and different cultures.
Keep it up gang!
Anyway, just wanted to wish everyone a Happy New Year and say thanks!
So below, posting a candle in the window to end the year and to welcome the new one coming.
(Shot with the Nikkor 28-45mm f/4.5 Ai, ISO 64, f/11, 13 seconds)
