Monthly Archives: April 2013

Farewell to theme

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Rey

It’s true.  When you have a theme in mind, it’s what you tend to see.  Such was the case for me during April as I sought to post some “Entrances and Exits” all month.  A great big thank you to … Continue reading →

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“Kind words will unlock an iron door”

Posted on April 29, 2013 by Ed Spadoni

Turkish Proverb  

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“Many Questions” by Gottfried Scheel-Haefele

Posted on April 26, 2013 by Rey

  German 2 Guys Photo follower Gottfried Scheel-Haefele sent us this intriguing and mysterious photo.  He describes it merely as: “… full of mysteries.” and “Many questions and no answer.”  I must confess that when I first saw it, I quickly … Continue reading →

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Decisions, decisions

Posted on April 25, 2013 by Ed Spadoni

9 to 5 was the furthest thing from reality for Carl. His day was more of a 7 to 7, and a lunch break was a treat enjoyed about every third Friday. Under-supported and under-staffed, his firm relied on him … Continue reading →

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Your table is ready, sir…

Posted on April 24, 2013 by Rey

Manhattan.  Was rushing by and just had to grab this image of the one outdoor table at this Thai restaurant.  Converted to black and white and then the natural red color selectively added back in Nik Silver Efex Pro. It … Continue reading →

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Not everything is as it appears, by Michael Doran

Posted on April 23, 2013 by Ed Spadoni

Michael Doran sent us these photos in response to our April theme on Entrances and Exits.  At first glance on my iPhone, and before reading his email, I thought, well, that’s nice, looks like he took a trip to a … Continue reading →

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“The Italian Doorway” by Prentis Drew

Posted on April 22, 2013 by Rey

According to Prentis Drew: “The Italian doorway is in the small Tuscan village of San Gimignano.  It is one of a number of doorways that I shot as a study in Italian doorways.  They all can be seen here: A-Study-in-Doorways-San Gimignano .  … Continue reading →

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100 Elm Street

Posted on April 19, 2013 by Ed Spadoni

The factory of the future will have only two employees, a man and a dog. The man will be there to feed the dog. The dog will be there to keep the man from touching the equipment.        Warren G. Bennis … Continue reading →

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Weston Town Center

Posted on April 18, 2013 by Rey

Weston, Florida.  Retirement communities, condo complexes, planned neighborhoods.  All of which looked as though they were constructed in the same month.  As though a swampland was instantaneously displaced by the machinations of city planners and architects, stamping down what had … Continue reading →

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Thoughts, prayers and “the full weight of justice”

Posted on April 17, 2013 by Ed Spadoni

Thoughts: How could this happen, in my city, on such a beautiful day, Patriot’s Day, and at one of the most revered sporting events in the country, the Boston Marathon?  Why would anyone want to hurt innocent people, simply enjoying … Continue reading →

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Endless

Posted on April 16, 2013 by Rey

“Trees are the earth’s endless effort to speak to the listening heaven.” – Rabindranath Tagore Image taken in Big Cypress National Preserve (Everglades, Florida).  I pulled in to the ranger station and asked the same question I always ask in … Continue reading →

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The guardian at the gate

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Ed Spadoni

A (not-so) welcome mat at the entrance to this gritty city home.  iPhone 4.

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“Garden Walk” by Rodney Daly

Posted on April 12, 2013 by Rey

Rodney Daly tells us that this image was taken in the gardens of Anne Hathaway last April during a trip to England.  No, not the Anne Hathaway of Fantine and Catwoman fame, but rather the wife of William Shakespeare.  For … Continue reading →

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Leaving the past behind

Posted on April 11, 2013 by Ed Spadoni

“We must be willing to let go of the life we have planned, so as to accept the life that is waiting for us.” Joseph Campbell When I came across this abandoned building, it conjured up images of days gone … Continue reading →

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After the commute

Posted on April 10, 2013 by Rey

“Had this world been so kind to you that you should leave with regret?  There are better things ahead than any we leave behind.”  C.S. Lewis

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Perspective, by Mark James

Posted on April 9, 2013 by Ed Spadoni

Mark James, long time friend of 2 Guys, sent us this interesting shot for our April theme, Entrances and Exits.  Mark writes… Entrances and Exits. As soon as I read the words this shot came to mind. There is a … Continue reading →

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“The Unknown Beyond” by Prentis Drew

Posted on April 8, 2013 by Rey

According to the artist, Prentis Drew: “‘The Unknown Beyond’ was shot in an early morning walkabout at the Juanita Bay Park, a wetlands park near my home in Kirkland, WA.  A cold fog had settled in which gave everything a … Continue reading →

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This way out, (in case you were wondering):

Posted on April 5, 2013 by Ed Spadoni

iPhone 3GS

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A descending

Posted on April 4, 2013 by Rey

“Modern man must descend the spiral of his own absurdity to the lowest point; only then can he look beyond it.”  Vaclav Havel

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“There are two kinds of fears…”

Posted on April 3, 2013 by Ed Spadoni

“There are two kinds of fears: rational and irrational – or in simpler terms, fears that make sense and fears that don’t.”    ~ Lemony Snicket So in other words, it’s totally irrational to be afraid of a normal entrance to … Continue reading →

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