Category Archives: Photo Challenges

Just a Day at the Beach…

Posted on May 10, 2013 by The Retiring Sort

It’s been warming up (although we have frost warnings in our forecast again!), and it’s time to turn our thought to the lovely sounds of sand on surf, or the lapping of water against the side of the kayak. I … Continue reading →

Posted in Photo Challenges | Tagged Beaches, lifestyle, Ocean, photos, Seaside, Weekly Travel Theme | 15 Comments

The View From Above

Posted on May 5, 2013 by The Retiring Sort

WordPress has challenged its bloggers this week to present photos looking straight down at something. Here are the shots I picked. Perspective really is everything. We all know what the silhouette of the Eiffel Tower looks like, but here’s a … Continue reading →

Posted in Photo Challenges | Tagged Looking Down, Perspective, photography, photos, postaday, postaweek | 29 Comments

I Hope You Dance

Posted on May 5, 2013 by The Retiring Sort

I hope you never lose your sense of wonder You get your fill to eat but always keep that hunger May you never take one single breath for granted God forbid love ever leave you empty handed I hope you … Continue reading →

Posted in Photo Challenges | Tagged Art, Celebration, Communication, Dance, Expression, lifestyle, Physical exercise, Weekly Travel Theme | 17 Comments

Travel Theme: Benches

Posted on April 12, 2013 by The Retiring Sort

Benches are one of those things you find all over the world. Some are just simple and useful, while others have a charming character all their own. Benches in Princes Street Gardens on a rainy day in Edinburgh. … Continue reading →

Posted in Photo Challenges, Retirement itself | Tagged Benches, photography, recreation, Travel, Weekly Travel Theme | 30 Comments

Facing the Future and Enjoying the Passage of Time

Posted on March 24, 2013 by The Retiring Sort

The secret of life is enjoying the passage of time Any fool can do it There ain’t nothing to it Nobody knows how we got to The top of the hill But since we’re on our way down We might … Continue reading →

Posted in Photo Challenges, Retirement itself, Ruminations | Tagged aging, change, future, lifestyle, postaday, retirement planning, Time, Weekly Travel Theme | 23 Comments

The Grass (or the Sweater) is Always Greener Away from Home

Posted on March 16, 2013 by The Retiring Sort

Somehow when we travel, everything seems brighter, landscapes more spectacular, and foliage greener. St. Patrick’s Day is the “greenest” day of the year, so in honor of the day, here are some green images from our travels… “The Mound” and … Continue reading →