cliche gear shot

Never have I been able to snap such a good shot of gear on a climbing trip. Perhaps crash pads don't photograph as well? I think it's because his gear has the character of someone that's been climbing for twenty-plus years.

(ISO 100, f/8.0, 1/125s)

to honor those fallen

He quoted my lesson verbatim, "Memorial Day honors soldiers who have died in wars." It must've been a powerful connection for him to remember that lesson from months earlier.

To all the men and women of our Armed Services who have made the ultimate sacrifice for life, liberty & the pursuit of happiness, you have my eternal gratitude.

(ISO 100, f/11.0, 1/1000s, eV -1.00)

memorial day

God bless those who've made the ultimate sacrifice this Memorial Day. You have my eternal gratitude and respect.
ISO 200, f/5.0, 1/60s