Kathy's Coffee Counter~week of April 5th

[karenc]

Good morning all im sorry but i just posted a big good morning and it has all crashed

The kettle is on folks i am serving bacon butties with scottish morning rolls and the usual coffee and tea. get yourself up to the counter and sit and relax  before going out into the work place. Sorry if i have been neglecting you all. I have been burning the candle at both ends here.

Yesterday i met up with oldsnapper and we went out for lunch, afterwards Harry gave us a guided tour of Tynemouth and surrounding area.
Last night i met up with geordiedave and other members of the north east england photo group, we all had a great night (even though it rained all night) . Ted also made new friends  

Today i am off to Durham cathedral, the weather has turned out nice after last nights wash out.  

Congratulations Photo 2 on a brilliant POTD. A very proud bird indeed

Catch up with you all later.

[BigAl]

You are half way to POTD when you have a magnificent specimen of a bird to model for you. But to get to the top slot you need to have the sharp focus and proper exposure to show off the plumage to perfection. Then you need to place the bird one third across and facing towards the centre.

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Yesterday i met up with oldsnapper and we went out for lunch, afterwards Harry gave us a guided tour of Tynemouth and surrounding area.
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Every photographer who visits the Tynemouth region should have the Harry Tours experience. You get to see the best features of the place.


I think I'm getting old...
I’m turning out the lights for economic reasons instead of romantic ones.

[karenc]

I agree Al, Harry did well yesterday.

[Sheratan]

Hi All

Wow, these birds are magnificent, aren't they. What an elegant POTD.

Sounds like  you've been having a lot of fun Karen.

That 'old jumper' I'm wearing is apparently cashmere!   Oh well, I'm sure it will wash up fine.

LOL, typical man-comment! 
See you all later - at home preferably ...   

Chris

[Pat]

Hi Everyone!

What a wonderful POTD!  I could sit and look at that bird for a long time.

Glad the is still hot!  I'm about ready for a good

[geoff chandler]

Had a busy day today - so sorry I wasn't looking in much - maybe later....
Just finishing off at work
Hope everyone has had a good day

[karenc]

Good evening. I had a lovely day at Durham, the sun shone whole day. Hope everyone else has had a good one.

Kettle is always on here. If im not around feel free to help urself.

[Harry7mc]

Hi Karen, Glad you & Elaine enjoyed yesterday & Hope Ted enjoyed his visit to Delaval  Hall, that was a bonus I think. I thorougly enjoyed myself & hope we three can extend the tour of the area when you are next down here. pity about last nights rain.

Hi Al, "Harry's Tours" fancy the job of Booking Agent? you know you are welcome again.
 

[Pat]

Ohhh, Harry, how lovely!  Wish I could have been there!

[BigAl]

Ohhh, Harry, how lovely!  Wish I could have been there!

I reckon you'd be given the royal tour Pat. It does make a difference being shown around by someone in the know.

Harry, I do plan to give the area another visit as soon as I can get a good slot in my busy schedule and my wife organised. In four week's time my sister-in-law retires from work and will be available to free me up for these longer trips. Perhaps next year would be a good target as this year has three special events planned - including my 60th birthday.

[scoundrel1728]

Good morning all im sorry but i just posted a big good morning and it has all crashed

Good
morning!

Mine didn't crash.

[geoff chandler]

? What crashed?
Hi everyone - just popping the kettle on before flying off to work
seems like a long week to me, don't know why - been busy at work
- that usually makes the time fly!
Still on our own - Ruth and Rachiie come back late Monday night
so we have easter without them too (also our anniversary).
Have a great day everyone - catch you all later...

[Harry7mc]

Hi Pat, As Al says you would be given "Royal" tour.
Yes  with Fish & Chips on our North Shields Fish Quay after a  Morning walk on the Beach.
You will be welcome anytime you come over

[karenc]

Good morning. Well im sad to say, i think winter has come early to the north east But hey just need to get up and on with it.

The kettle is on  thanks Geoff for doing that earlier. Hot steaming porridge this morning. That inner heat will definately be needed. I have set aside a plate of fresh fruit salad for Chris. Hope its ok for you.
After i came back from Durham yesterday we went down quayside and sat outside piano and pitcher and had a lovely cold beer. Just sat there and people watched. There was 2 guys walking along the roof of the Sage, not sure if it was for maintenance etc. No way could  i even consider it.The rain has just come on very heavy here :(Today i have a family day then going into town later for shopping. So hope it has died down a bit.

I will try and get in later for a spell. Hope everyone has a lovely day. 

 

[Julie]

 

PHOTO OF THE DAY FOR 8th April 2009

Red Alert

by jane_t





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Julie...

[karenc]

Congratulations Jane on a lovely POTD 

[Julie]

Many Happy Returns to  Lady KitKat and Sophie G!

[Sheratan]

Morning All

Thanks for the fruit Karen - I'm being Very good diet-wise so far, so every little helps.   
And what a cute squirrel POTD - you've caught those ear tufts just right Jane.

Relieved to say that I'm now back on line! Phew, that was horrible. You just don't realise how much you depend on the internet these days - it's quite frightening really.  Anyway, you'll all be glad to hear that I've been processing all my holiday snaps, so I'm sure I'll be able to keep you entertained for a few months!!!    Yippee, I hear you all yell!

The sun's out for the moment but looks like rain for the rest of the week and over Easter.

Have a good day folks.
Chris

[slasher2112]

morning fellow TOGS from a sunny but very windy Sunderland
dont think i shall venture out with the kids today will stay in and catch up on some editing
hope everyonr is well and has a great day whatever you may be doing

gary

[BigAl]

Jane's POTD is all down to timing and composition. The ground behind is blurred yet in sufficient focus to show that subtle diagonal slope. The squirrel leans away from centre and (crucially) faces towards the centre. The charm of this character is the pair of tufted ears and they stand out well against the darker blurred background.


I think I'm getting old...
I now look forward to a dull evening in.