Friday Faces

Sheila and John, November 10, 2016

I met Sheila sitting on this bench waiting for John to finish his walk along the trail in the Rhododendron Garden at Holden Arboretum. They are a delightful couple. Neither demurred when I requested a photo opp, and, as you can see, they are as photogenic as they are delightful. Thank you both for chatting with me and posing so patiently.

Dan Just, April 22, 2016

I met Dan in Chagrin River Park when we were both nearly run down by a careless bike rider. Thankfully, we escaped injury, and I took advantage of the opportunity to add another Fabulous Friday Face to my Gallery.

Bill, Ken, and Tom, April 22, 2016

Bill, Ken, and Tom, three fishermen from the Cincinnati area, were taking a break from fishing in the Chagrin River when I stopped to say hello.

Ron, March 4, 2016

I was standing near the split rail fence in Chagrin River Park on a snowy morning when Ron wandered up. He was looking around at the many active birds that were out and about, and we started to talk about them. Eventually another Ron (a walker I've talked to many times) came by with his dog Bailey and entered the conversation. I had never met this new Ron before, but hopefully will see him in the park again.

Lynn, March 4, 2016

When I was still standing at the same spot where I took Ron's picture, Lynn came by. She was the second walker that morning carrying a beverage. My guess is that the overnight snowfall looked so beautiful on the trees that people just decided a walk in the park would be beautiful...and it was. Hopefully it will be one of our last snowfalls of the winter. I'm ready for spring.

Bob, February 16, 2016

I met Bob walking along the trail, enjoying a fresh snowfall. In the few minutes we chatted, I learned that his wife died some years ago and he really misses her, but he has lots of kids and grandkids in the area that he is thankful for. He was in the park that morning because one of his daughters had called to tell him how beautiful it is with a fresh blanket of snow, which motivated him to go out and enjoy the snow.

Morgan, February 16, 2016

Not too long after I saw Bob (above), I met Morgan pulling her son down the trail on a sled. While we talked, I admired her hat and snapped her picture. There were lots of families in the park because the surprise snow had created a “snow day” for all the area schools, and it was fun to see all the activity on the sledding hill.

Bill Arotin, January 8, 2016

I met Bill on the trail in Chagrin River Park. We had a good chat about photography, especially bird photography. He was planning to bring his grandchildren to the park with him soon, hoping to introduce them to some chickadees.

Tom Dodge in Chagrin River Park, January 8, 2016

Tom was sitting at the fire pit chatting with Jessie and Joe, when I stopped to say hello. So, naturally, I asked if I could take HIS picture for my FFF gallery. Thanks, Tom, for your service to our country and for agreeing to be part of my Fabulous Friday Faces gallery. It was great to meet you in the park today.

Bill, December 25, 2015

Bill was a guest at the Christmas Day dinner at Willoughby United Methodist Church, and he was kind enough to give me permission to take his picture. Thank you, Bill.

Kym with Piper, Nov. 30, 2015

I met Kym and sweet-faced Piper along the trail in Chagrin River Park this week. I love the picture, and I hope they do too.

Gail Broughton, November 5, 2015

I met Gail near the entrance to the Canopy Walk at Holden Arboretum. We were both enjoying the beautiful Fall day, and I am delighted she agreed to take part in my Fabulous Friday Faces project.

Bob Quail, October 22, 2015

Emergent Tower at Holden Arboretum

Bryan (with Maya), September 11, 2015

Bryan is our oldest grandson, and I took this on his birthday.

Dorothy, October 15, 2015

Taken at Headlands Dunes Nature Preserve, Mentor, Ohio

Aggie

Aggie has just retired and looks forward to walking in the park with her husband Bob and Winston.

The Chick-Fil-A cow, July 11, 2015

Chick-Fil-A was one of the community sponsors of this year's Relay for Life event in Western Lake County. Make a great Friday Face, don't you think? (Although I did post it on Saturday after the Relay).

Rae, July 18, 2015

I met Rae at the Willoughby Arts Festival. Her sparkling smile is what made me ask her to pose for my Friday Faces project.

Roz, June 26, 2015, Chagrin River Park

Roz is the friend who told me where to find bobolinks. I went there on July 3rd and got some bobolinks, my first savannah sparrow, and another Friday Face...all thanks to Roz!

Craig, July 3, 2015

I was looking for bobolinks when I met Craig (who was also after bobolink photos) and got this Friday photo. It was a lucky day.

Friday Faces: Bob, May 1, 2015

Bob and I were both watching the bluebirds in the park on this sunny May morning. He apparently appreciates them as much as I do. Thanks, Bob for the photo opp.

Linda, April 24, 2015

Linda was walking three dogs in the park when I met her. Everyone should be so agreeable and easy to talk to when asked to pose for this project!

Mary, April 17, 2015

Mary was walking her little dog Rocky in Chagrin River Park. Rocky is adorable, but he wasn't interested in hanging around waiting for this photo business, he wanted to amble on down the trail...at his own pace. Mary was really nice about posing though!

Pat, April 17, 2015

Pat is recovering from a broken arm. She was wearing a sling with an ice bag to help with the pain. She met up a friend in the park so they could walk together. Although not enthusiastic about posing, she was very gracious, and I really enjoyed our conversation.

Lud Lekson, April 13, 2015

Lud and Helen Lekson, April 13, 2015

Lud and Helen were out to enjoy the warm spring morning. It was my good luck to run into them today and learn about Lud's experiences in the Merchant Marines during World War II.

Lud Lekson, April 13, 2015

WWII Merchant Marines