Monthly Archives: August 2017

Tamron Tele-Macro Lens – Part 2

Posted on August 19, 2017 by merlinjr01

Quite frankly, I was so interested in getting a good telephoto lens, I essentially overlooked the macro features of the Tamron 70-300 Telephoto/Macro lens. On my daily walk around the yard, I discovered a small (less than one-inch body length) … Continue reading →

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An Affordable Telephoto

Posted on August 16, 2017 by merlinjr01

Photo of the Week In preparation for a trip this summer, I was looking for an affordable telephoto lens that would deliver acceptable, if not better quality for my Nikon. I selected the Tamron 70-300. Priced less than $200 it … Continue reading →

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The Grand Canyon – of the Yellowstone

Posted on August 10, 2017 by merlinjr01

Photo of the week Travel is one of the best teachers. Until this summer, I assumed there was only one “Grand Canyon.” There are spectacular views into the river-cut gorge of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, not far from … Continue reading →

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One Word Sunday Challenge: Horizon

Posted on August 2, 2017 by merlinjr01

One Word Sunday Challenge: Horizon Looks like I am late to the party, but in response to Debbie (at Travel With Intent) has issued the “One Word Sunday Challenge”–Horizon.  I could not pass up this opportunity to share my favorite … Continue reading →

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Mystery Monolith

Posted on August 2, 2017 by merlinjr01

Photo of the Week – Mystery Monolith I snapped a photo of this impressive unidentified red stone monolith as we cruised along–I believe–I 70 approaching US 89 in Utah. Judging from the sequence in photos, it could have been along … Continue reading →

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