About

Old guy, retired, and perhaps burned out and mistrusting in general.
Married 49 years, intuitive, passionate, and thirsting for meaning.
College educated, sometimes very stupid, moments of clarity.

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Bill on October 26, 2011 at 12:12 pm said:

Hello Mike –

Thanks for paying a visit to CorneaCopia today. I’m glad you enjoyed My American Gothic. What you say on this page rings awfully true to me. I’ll be 68 soon and I often find myself feeling exactly the same way.

Anyway, I’m on my way to read a bit of your blog. Stay well.

Bill

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- Mike on January 12, 2015 at 6:59 pm said:
  
  How is it that I never thanked you for this comment? Is it too late, 3 1/4 years later?
  
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davidreidart on November 29, 2011 at 4:34 pm said:

Hi Mike

Glad you enjoyed the blog, Look forward to reading your posts.
David

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- Mike on January 12, 2015 at 7:00 pm said:
  
  Thank you for this comment, David. I am 3+ years late in doing so.
  
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Victor Tribunsky on December 2, 2011 at 10:33 am said:

62?!… You are looking very good!

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- m5son on December 2, 2011 at 10:36 am said:
  
  Well I confess….the picture was taken when I was 61. Thank you Victor!
  
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emiliomahtani on December 2, 2011 at 12:06 pm said:

thank you

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emiliomahtani on December 4, 2011 at 7:55 am said:

thanks
for your interesting work
and for your interest in mine.

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kathsartcorner on December 6, 2011 at 3:04 pm said:

Thank-you for visiting!! I like your outlook on life. 🙂

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- m5son on December 6, 2011 at 3:17 pm said:
  
  That is a nice thing to say. Thank you. I suspect we are alike, except you have more talent.
  
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kathsartcorner on December 6, 2011 at 7:19 pm said:

Nope – I’m not talented. I just keep practicing. After 20 some odd years I was bound to get better. 😉

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claude on December 9, 2011 at 7:49 am said:

Mike,

Thanks for stopping by my blog.

I like your bio! You sound a lot like me. I like photographing old building, cars, trucks and landscapes. Seldom photograph people, they seem to be a pain.

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- m5son on December 9, 2011 at 10:48 am said:
  
  Thanks Claude. Yes, I prefer a landscape to a demanding princess.
  
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Vinatge-Gypsy on December 12, 2011 at 1:54 pm said:

your blog is amazing. Very insightful!

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- m5son on December 12, 2011 at 2:05 pm said:
  
  That is certainly a nice thing for you to say. Thank you very much!
  
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bittercharm on December 15, 2011 at 11:01 pm said:

Hi Mike,

Sorry to barge in again, I have been missing a new post so here is the topic for another one; I have listed your blog for “The Liebster Blog award”!

Congratulations!

Keep penning.

Regards,
Bittercharm

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- m5son on December 15, 2011 at 11:14 pm said:
  
  If I were to win that award I would have to celebrate with a fine German beer and some sausage. Come to think of it, if I don’t win the award I’ll celebrate with some fine German beer and some sausage. Thank you for validating what I am trying to do by blogging. Cyber hug.
  
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  - bittercharm on December 16, 2011 at 2:24 am said:
    
    Hey Mike,
    
    My bad, you better get that beer and sausage out, you have won the award! when i wrote, listed, i meant picked, making you the winner above all. Please go ahead announce it in your blog (thats the rule # 1, and you can look up the rest of the rules in my post.)
    
    Get those sausages ready budd, i am gonna come over soon.
    “Hug”
    BC
    
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  - m5son on December 16, 2011 at 11:01 am said:
    
    Question: aside from the honor bestowed on you from your peers, do you win anything? I like to lay low……as such I am struggling with the concept of creating a post saying that I won whatever this is. Would that make me the SOB that I may well be? You can still come over for sausages. That would be my pleasure.
    
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littlesundog on December 17, 2011 at 4:41 am said:

What a talented writer you are! I have been poking around on your blog this morning after you so kindly commented on a recent post on my blog. I am enjoying, immensely, your humor, wit and pain. I look forward to immersing myself in more of your writing this morning with my coffee!

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- m5son on December 17, 2011 at 9:06 am said:
  
  Lovely thing to say. Thank you, it means a lot to me.
  
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....RaeDi on December 17, 2011 at 2:08 pm said:

Had a fun visit here this morning! Wanted to thank you for stopping by and let you know that I am adding a few posts about using the Kippered Salmon, hope you can stop by and do please let me know what you think. Been out of action and will be for a while longer but do read the posts of those I follow. Love your photography!

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- m5son on December 17, 2011 at 2:47 pm said:
  
  Love kippered salmon!
  
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kamalrajdhanapal on December 20, 2011 at 12:56 am said:

Hi Mike, Thanks for visiting my Blog… You have got some serious pictures here… Enjoy clicking 🙂

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russellchapman on December 25, 2011 at 10:13 am said:

Hi Mike. Thank you for liking my picture ‘Zoom with Light’ Although it isn’t one of my gallery pictures I love taking pictures of everything. It is good to see your photography as well.

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- m5son on December 25, 2011 at 10:57 am said:
  
  Russell, I like your stuff. Thanks for the shout out, bro.
  
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Jude on December 25, 2011 at 3:35 pm said:

Hi Mike
I just looked at your photos. They are such simple shots but they say so much and I just love them. Many thanks for stopping by my blog, and a very merry Christmas to you.

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- m5son on December 25, 2011 at 4:17 pm said:
  
  Thank you. I am, by nature, a simple fellow.
  
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adventureh on December 30, 2011 at 9:23 am said:

I like your candidness!! “…burned out and mistrusting in general…educated, sometimes very stupid, moments of clarity.” You are sooo cooool! haha!
Thanks for visiting my blog >> adventureh.wordpress.com

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- m5son on December 30, 2011 at 9:55 am said:
  
  Nice! I am what they call “too hip”, LOL.
  
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cindydyer on December 31, 2011 at 5:01 pm said:

Hi Mike, Just read your comment on my “a little paint, a little paneling.” You made my day with that one! 🙂 Happy New Year!

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Sylver Blaque on January 3, 2012 at 1:18 pm said:

Mike! You’ve been nominated! For The Versatile Blogger Award!
I couldn’t resist 🙂 Your blog is one of my faves, so I nominated you.
Here’s the link to my post about it:
http://sylverblaque.wordpress.com/2012/01/03/versatile-blogger-award/

And here’s what you must do to accept:
a. Write a post accepting the award and show the award’s picture.
b. List seven random and weird facts about yourself – things that probably haven’t already come up in your blog posts.
c. Pass the award on to 5-15 other blogs, ones that you already follow or for which you solicit invitations.
That’s it! I hope you’ll accept my kudos to you for creating such a wonderful blog 🙂

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- m5son on January 3, 2012 at 1:28 pm said:
  
  Sylver, this is the third time I have been nominated for blogging awards and while I REALLY appreciate it, I would prefer to just go on blogging without getting involved with this. I hope this doesn’t piss you off, but it is my style to avoid this kind of thing. THANK YOU!
  
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  - Sylver Blaque on January 5, 2012 at 6:34 pm said:
    
    Piss me off?? You’re funny, Mike! Let me just take a moment to figure out what you could possibly do to “piss me off”…hmmm, nope. Nothing comes to mind 🙂
    
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  - m5son on January 5, 2012 at 6:44 pm said:
    
    Comes from having pissed off many, many people in my time.
    
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seekraz on January 3, 2012 at 6:37 pm said:

Hello Mike –

I’ve nominated you for the Versatile Blogger award…I hope you’ll accept it as a token of my appreciation for your blog work and content…but if not, I’ll understand. Please follow the link below for the “terms” of accepting the award.

http://seekraz.wordpress.com/2012/01/03/the-versatile-blogger-award/

Scott

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- m5son on January 3, 2012 at 6:48 pm said:
  
  Scott, thanks so much. This is actually the 5th one I’ve been nominated for, and the truth is I am honored, but just want to blog without the fanfare. Hope you understand, and I already know that you do. Thanks man.
  
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seekraz on January 3, 2012 at 6:58 pm said:

You are very welcome, Mike. You were the first blog-friend that I thought of when trying to compile my list of who to honor. And I do understand. You are most welcome.

Thank you again for sharing your heart with us…with me.

Scott

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- m5son on January 3, 2012 at 7:37 pm said:
  
  You know what I like about you Scott? Everything.
  
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  - seekraz on January 3, 2012 at 7:45 pm said:
    
    Don’t look too closely, Mike…but thank you, truly.
    
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yoshesphotography on January 9, 2012 at 5:41 pm said:

Hi Mike, just wanted to say thanks for the like and subscription to my page, I have really enjoyed reading your blog and looking through your photos, you seem like a really funny and interesting guy! Thanks again, and look forward to reading more soon.

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- m5son on January 9, 2012 at 5:43 pm said:
  
  Nice, thanks. Always good to hear from a generous soul.
  
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tfilly on January 9, 2012 at 8:15 pm said:

Thank you for liking my blog. I’m still pretty novice when it comes to this stuff. But enjoying it anyway. I’m enjoying your photos and blogs. 🙂

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- m5son on January 9, 2012 at 8:32 pm said:
  
  Well thank you and I do like your blog.
  
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Nae's Nest on January 10, 2012 at 3:54 am said:

Thank you very much! I truly appreciate.

http://naesnests.wordpress.com

I have been nominated for “The Versatile Blogger Award” , this will be my second nomination for this award, and i owe a huge thank you to “Dark Zone“, this is a privelege coming from you and thank you again.

For this award i have to do a couple of things as follows:

1. Thank the award-giver and link back to them in your post (done ).

2. Share 7 things about yourself.

3. Pass this award along to 15 recently discovered blogs you enjoy reading.

4. Contact your chosen bloggers to let them know about the award.

Now a little bit about my self:

1- I am about to have my 4th surgical procedure in 3 years.

2-I love online poker

3-I collect anything frog

4-I have over 200 first cousins

5- “Renee” is my middle name

6-I love to sing

7-I love to cook, especially Italian food

I would like to pass the award to the following blogs

1- bintangzohra

2- Basil Wheel

3- Horror Zealot

4- thethickersense

5- 10eveningflowers

6- Joakim Knudsen

7-Into The Bardo

8-Mike’s Look On Life

9-The Solipsistic Me

10-andrewplacephotography

11-Lavender Ironside

12-Pepperbox Couture

13-Maze A Day

14-alternateconomy

15-RoGoodman

Thanks again and congratulations

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- m5son on January 10, 2012 at 8:48 am said:
  
  Nae, Thank you for this nomination, but While I greatly appreciate it, I would just like to blog without any hoopla. As such, I will remain hoopless but appreciative.
  Mike
  
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Guide Fleury on January 11, 2012 at 10:48 am said:

Thanks for the like, I will check your site too.

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- m5son on January 11, 2012 at 10:51 am said:
  
  As I will yours.
  
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tfilly on January 12, 2012 at 7:48 am said:

I enjoy your blog and you have been nominated (maybe again?) for the Versatile Blogger Award. To accept please come to http://spottedfeatherfarm.wordpress.com/2012/01/12/versatile-blogger-award/
Appy trails,
Lisa

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- m5son on January 12, 2012 at 9:37 am said:
  
  Thanks Lisa!
  
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kathsartcorner on January 12, 2012 at 10:51 am said:

Thanks for the follow, Mike!

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- m5son on January 12, 2012 at 10:53 am said:
  
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amhjil2004 on January 13, 2012 at 9:05 am said:

Hi Mike!
Thanks for visiting my site, enjoying it enough to like.
I had a look at your photography section – very nice photos.

Have a lovely weekend,

Anna

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- m5son on January 13, 2012 at 9:45 am said:
  
  Aye, and you.
  
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aqueoussun on January 20, 2012 at 5:52 am said:

Thanks for your support on Bruges in December. There’ll be a couple more images from that trip up in the next few days (hopefully!)…. Hope your blog goes from strength to strength….

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- m5son on January 20, 2012 at 7:31 am said:
  
  Thank you.
  
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The Barkshire Post on January 23, 2012 at 2:00 am said:

Hi there! We’ve really enjoyed looking at your photos, love the ones of Pumpkin especially! Thanks for visiting us and liking our post.

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- m5son on January 23, 2012 at 7:12 am said:
  
  Well thank you. Another Pumpkin post coming soon.
  
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niasunset on January 24, 2012 at 5:55 am said:

Once again, I am so glad to meet with you. Thank you for visiting my blog, that I have met with your amazing photographs… Your photographs so beautiful and so exciting too… I loved your lovely Pumpkin too. But there is something that I am impressed so much, one of the pictures at the top of the pages…. The sculptures of men… they are sitting… This is amazing and great, either photograph and sculpture… Fascinated me, I would like to learn more about this one, where is this, and who did and what means…etc.
Thank you, Blessing and Happiness,
with my love, nia

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- m5son on January 24, 2012 at 9:27 am said:
  
  That sculpture is in New York City and when I took the photo it was installed close to the world trade center, 6 months after the terrible event. It is a tribute to the iron workers and construction men who helped build all of NY, not just the trade center.
  Thank you for your interest and your really nice comment, it means a lot to me.
  Blessings to you as well Nia.
  Mike
  
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  - niasunset on January 24, 2012 at 10:14 am said:
    
    WOW! I am impressed much more now. I know this tragical event, it was the worst thing that happened in the world… But this sculpture is amazing, and really hits the whole story. Thank you dear Mike, I have learned now, and I added to my favurite photographs file. And also I added your blog to my favurite blogs list too. Blessing and Happiness, with my love, nia
    
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  - m5son on January 24, 2012 at 10:51 am said:
    
    Thank you so much Nia. It is really nice to meet you and your thoughts are very much appreciated.
    
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Anuradha Sarup on January 24, 2012 at 11:03 am said:

Thanks for stopping by my blog Mike. Found a similarity in our style of posts. Though I should learn to use fewer words 🙂
Enjoy the variety in your photographs

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- m5son on January 24, 2012 at 11:10 am said:
  
  Glad I did stop by. Likewise, thank you.
  
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spurandprod on January 24, 2012 at 8:32 pm said:

Thanks for stopping by and checking out my post, “Bikers and blues in Old Florida.” I’ve been poking around your blog and like the mix of things you have going on here.

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- m5son on January 24, 2012 at 8:34 pm said:
  
  Thank you. Always good to meet new bloggers.
  
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3rdCultureChildren on January 26, 2012 at 6:23 am said:

I wish I’d be like you when I’m 62… still 22 to go! 😮 Let’s see… Hey there! thanks for coming by our travel photoblog and subscribing to it! Much appreciated! You’ve got a beautiful blog over here… love the layout! 😮
Please feel free to browse around, as you wish, I’m also an amateur, and passionate photographer, and so is the husband, imagine!

Warm wishes for a successful year of 2012. Greetings from Brazil, from http://3rdculturechildren.com

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- m5son on January 26, 2012 at 7:55 am said:
  
  Thank you very much. Very nice comment. It is so cool to meet people who live all over the world.
  
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Susie on January 31, 2012 at 9:23 pm said:

Thank you for taking the time to read my recent post, “Picture this: Australia’s green desert” – I’m delighted you liked it! And now I’m off to browse your blog… :o)

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- m5son on January 31, 2012 at 9:25 pm said:
  
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Robyn G on February 1, 2012 at 8:54 pm said:

Hi Mike, thanks for stopping by and likingone of my photos.
I’ve been perusing your photos too and very much enjoy your textured, weathered etc photos.
All fabulous, by the way.
Kind regards from Australia,
Robyn 😀

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- m5son on February 1, 2012 at 8:56 pm said:
  
  Thank you Robyn. Nice of you to comment, and welcome.
  
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Inside the Mind of Isadora on February 3, 2012 at 8:04 am said:

Thanks for stopping by my blog. I have enjoyed browsing
through yours a little bit. I plan to come back and visit again.
Hope you ‘ll accept my invite to see lots more on mine.
Nice to meet you …
Isadora

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- m5son on February 3, 2012 at 8:50 am said:
  
  And nice to meet you as well.
  
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Inspired and pretty on February 3, 2012 at 6:52 pm said:

Hi Mike 🙂 Thanks for the follow ! I don’t tend to follow other blogs too much because when I do I want to see ALL the posts and I would stay all day long in front of my computer… So instead I prefer to come and visit when I have time. You have beautiful photos, I’m looking forward to see your future posts !

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- m5son on February 3, 2012 at 7:15 pm said:
  
  No worries and thank you. Your horses are crazy beautiful.
  
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Sheila Hurst on February 7, 2012 at 9:15 am said:

Thanks for the like – that’s a great summation there – it made me laugh (so thanks for that too)! Your photos are beautiful. I love the different doors.

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- m5son on February 7, 2012 at 9:17 am said:
  
  I appreciate that. Thank you.
  
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andy1076 on February 7, 2012 at 9:15 am said:

Hey Mike! Thank you for visiting my blog, much appreciated! 🙂

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- m5son on February 7, 2012 at 9:16 am said:
  
  My pleasure!
  
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Ari de lucia on February 7, 2012 at 9:20 am said:

Hello Mike,
Thank you for stopping by my little photog, it is very much appreciated. I have been following you as well.

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- m5son on February 7, 2012 at 9:23 am said:
  
  Thank you for the comment and the follow, eh.
  
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prideinphotosp on February 7, 2012 at 3:06 pm said:

Thanks for stopping by PrideinPhotos today. I adore some of your photos,Keep up the good work. Lovin your sense of humor! Your keepin it real…very hard to find in todays politcally correct society.

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- m5son on February 7, 2012 at 3:08 pm said:
  
  I like that quite a bit. Thank you very much.
  
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aqueoussun on February 8, 2012 at 1:26 am said:

Thanks, as always, for your support on Mausoleum @ Kensal Green Cemetery….

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disperser on February 8, 2012 at 9:58 am said:

Hey Mike, I nominated you . . . nah, just kidding. Like you, I’m not into that sort of thing, happy to just do my thing.

You have a nice blog here, and some very nice photos (another thing we share . . . no people pictures).

Just wanted to say thanks, and I’ll stop by occasionally to see what you are up to. Besides, still have a lot to look through.

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- m5son on February 8, 2012 at 10:06 am said:
  
  Well, you had me groaning with your first sentence. I do have the occasional people picture and once did studio portraiture. I’ll still stop dead in my tracks when I spot an interesting face (usually a woman). Thanks for this comment, my blogging friend.
  
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disperser on February 8, 2012 at 10:21 am said:

I hope you checked it out before following my blog. I have diverse stuff, and even friends don’t like everything I do (they gloss over my opinions on religion, politics, and life in general).

That said, if you’re sure, thanks. I planned on subscribing to yours all along, so don’t think it’s because you followed mine. In the words of Billy Mac, “That’s not me Mike” (he actually said Michael, but it’s close enough).

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- m5son on February 8, 2012 at 10:27 am said:
  
  Of course I checked it out before I clicked follow. You are witty, cynical, and a keen observer of the human condition. How can anybody like all that we do, or say. At least anybody with their own mindset.
  
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  - disperser on February 8, 2012 at 10:36 am said:
    
    You can’t see it, but if I were capable of it, I’d be blushing. Thanks.
    
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britcooper on February 8, 2012 at 12:18 pm said:

I got a notification saying that you liked on of my posts so I went to your blog and goodness the photos are so wonderful. My dad was born and raised in Colorado and it’s actually my favorite place to visit–basically, this blog makes me a happy person.
Thank you so much,
Brit

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- m5son on February 8, 2012 at 12:22 pm said:
  
  I like making people happy, especially gracious and generous people like you. Thanks.
  
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onelifethislife on February 9, 2012 at 11:33 pm said:

Hi Mike! Thanks for stopping by Onelifethislife and liking my post “What A Lovely Day”. I will be back to view your blog as well. Until then I look forward to seeing your work. By the way, I love your About Me page.

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- m5son on February 9, 2012 at 11:34 pm said:
  
  Nice! Thanks for this comment.
  
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Angeline M on February 10, 2012 at 7:55 am said:

Thanks for stopping by over at my blog yesterday. I look forward to looking through your posts as well.
62? I got you beat 🙂

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- m5son on February 10, 2012 at 8:15 am said:
  
  I am soon to be 63. Want to dance?
  
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themofman on February 11, 2012 at 7:32 am said:

Hey Mike,

Thanks for stopping by MOF.

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valzone on February 12, 2012 at 2:36 am said:

I’m enjoying a browse round your site, I might be a while, it looks good.
Val (UK)

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- m5son on February 12, 2012 at 8:35 am said:
  
  Thank you, eh.
  
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angiemorton on February 12, 2012 at 4:31 am said:

Hi Mike,
thankyou or liking my recent post, I love your tractor, you site has a lot going on, will look forward to seeing more.
Angie also in the UK

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- m5son on February 12, 2012 at 8:41 am said:
  
  Thanks Angie in the UK. I am mike in Colorado and I appreciate the comment.
  
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Ninali on February 12, 2012 at 3:52 pm said:

Hi Mike! Thanks for stopping by my Snap52 blog and liking my post 😉 I loved looking through your photos as it brought smiles to my face seeing familiar places. I recently moved to Iowa from Denver, so it was nice to see some things/places I loved. Looking forward to seeing more!

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- m5son on February 12, 2012 at 3:57 pm said:
  
  Nice. My wife is from Iowa.But I love her anyhow. joke. Thanks for the nice comment.
  
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Le Blog de Marie on February 15, 2012 at 10:41 am said:

Many thanks for stopping by my blog recently and liking my post. Love your photography—looking forward to taking a closer look in the days to come.

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- m5son on February 15, 2012 at 10:42 am said:
  
  Stay awhile….we’ll have tea.
  
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  - m5son on February 16, 2012 at 10:54 am said:
    
    Thanks! That is a really nice thing to say and I so appreciate it. Makes my day to tell you the truth.
    
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bajareflections on February 16, 2012 at 10:11 am said:

Mike, in all honesty, I genuinely love your blog. No children here. It is the most intuitive I have come across since I became a blogger myself. It mirrors many of my own musings of life. By the way, other bloggers who have responded to your blog also appear to hold many of the same views. I guess that tells you something. I will look forward to all your future blogs.

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- m5son on February 19, 2012 at 9:06 pm said:
  
  Hell, I just realized I never responded to your very generous comment. I like that you see me as intuitive because that is how I see me too. Validation! Thanks so much.
  
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simphonyblue on February 16, 2012 at 10:14 am said:

Thank You very much for the Like on one of my posts, I truly appreciate.

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- m5son on February 16, 2012 at 11:02 am said:
  
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Sheila T Illustrated on February 19, 2012 at 12:24 pm said:

Hello, Mike. Thanks for the “like” on my Smathers Beach post at sheilatphotography. Good to meet you. Love that red door post.

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- m5son on February 19, 2012 at 12:52 pm said:
  
  Good to meet you as well. You have a good blog.
  
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  - Sheila T Illustrated on February 19, 2012 at 1:00 pm said:
    
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lakesideindia on February 19, 2012 at 8:11 pm said:

HI
Thanks for visiting lakesideindia and liking my post.
I think your website is great and will certainly keep and eye on it
Dorinda (lakesideindia)

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- m5son on February 19, 2012 at 8:40 pm said:
  
  Thanks Dorinda.
  
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Sarah Jordan on February 20, 2012 at 3:36 pm said:

Thanks for “liking” My Dog is a Super Model on The Beauty Circle. Nice digs! I love your blog descriptions and will definitely be reading more.

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- m5son on February 20, 2012 at 3:37 pm said:
  
  Thank you Sarah. How could I not like that dog?
  
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healingpilgrim on February 21, 2012 at 6:38 am said:

Hi Mike,

Thanks for dropping by my blog. I’m so happy I found yours, because (a) I too have a ‘thing’ for old, abandoned, dilapidated stuff (in my case, I used to photograph remnants of signs on buildings that left ‘shadows’); (b) I love being in nature and by the water (I guess living in Bali these days speaks for itself); (c) I know a thing or two about loss/near death experiences; and (d) I love dogs, ergo I would be thrilled to dogsit your pooch Pumpkin next time you and Judy are off on vacation (as long as you want to pay to ship her here!)

Thnx for your photos and insightful words…
aj

healingpilgrim.wordpress.com

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- m5son on February 21, 2012 at 8:30 am said:
  
  I will be spending more time with your blog. Bali, huh. Poor girl. I can’t even imagine how nice that is. I have friends in Indonesia that would meet me in Bali.
  Pumpkin says she would love to meet you but would prefer it be here. Nice offer, great comment, THANK YOU!
  
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niasunset on February 22, 2012 at 12:10 pm said:

Dear Mike, you are my one of nominated bloggers for Hug Award,
http://photographyofnia.com/2012/02/22/i-am-honored-by-your-awards-thank-you/

Thank you, with my love, nia

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- m5son on February 22, 2012 at 12:47 pm said:
  
  Thanks Nia!
  
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John on February 27, 2012 at 6:41 pm said:

Thank you for visiting my site today!

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- m5son on February 27, 2012 at 7:44 pm said:
  
  My pleasure.
  
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thegreatgodpan1 on March 6, 2012 at 6:59 am said:

howdy

i like that picture of the wagon on your header…………….

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- m5son on March 6, 2012 at 7:16 am said:
  
  Thanks, it is posted as a full photo as well.
  
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Lissa Rabon on March 8, 2012 at 3:24 pm said:

Thanks for stopping by my blog and “liking”it. I have enjoyed what you have here as well. Peace.

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- m5son on March 8, 2012 at 3:25 pm said:
  
  Peace indeed. And you are welcome.
  
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J. A. Robinson on March 9, 2012 at 5:02 am said:

Mike,
THANKS for visiting my “punny” photoblog and leaving a “like.” I could have written your “About” paragraph above (same age and many of the same feelings). Your photos are striking, so I’ve already subscribed.

–John R.: http://TheDailyGraff.com

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- m5son on March 9, 2012 at 8:55 am said:
  
  John, what a nice comment, thank you very much.
  
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  - J. A. Robinson on March 9, 2012 at 10:37 am said:
    
    Mike,
    Thanks for the reciprocating follow! I hope I can bring you a smile (or at least a groan) every weekday.
    –John
    
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miltonjohns on March 9, 2012 at 5:34 pm said:

Hi Mike,
Many thanks for taking a look at my blog & for the follow. Your blog is full of very thought provoking pictures. I will definitely back for a look. Thank you so much.

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- m5son on March 9, 2012 at 6:00 pm said:
  
  Your images are terrific, and thank you.
  
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Karen on March 9, 2012 at 5:56 pm said:

What a pleasure to peruse your blog. I appreciate you willingness to confront life’s difficult issues as well as the good times. I enjoy your poetry and your thoughts.Thank you for visiting my blog, as well. You’re an encourager.

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- m5son on March 9, 2012 at 5:59 pm said:
  
  What a nice gracious comment Karen. Thank you.
  
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lscotthoughts on March 10, 2012 at 4:08 pm said:

Hi Mike,

Thanks so much for your visit and like! I smiled when I read your “about” and love your photo and congrats on 41 years of marriage; my hubby and I just celebrated 23! I’m going to follow and look forward to visiting you more! Take care, Lauren

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- m5son on March 10, 2012 at 4:10 pm said:
  
  Thank you Lauren
  
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  - lscotthoughts on March 10, 2012 at 5:59 pm said:
    
    You’re welcome and thanks for following me, too! I hope you continue to enjoy!
    
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Mary Jane E Clark on March 11, 2012 at 5:40 pm said:

Really like your blog!

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- m5son on March 11, 2012 at 5:41 pm said:
  
  Well thanks Mary Jane!
  
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EllaDee on March 13, 2012 at 7:16 pm said:

Hi,
Recently http://elladeewords.wordpress.com was nominated for the Versatile Blogger Award by Pete Denton – Writer http://petedenton.wordpress.com.
I have posted the award details at http://elladeewords.wordpress.com/2012/03/14/the-versatile-blogger-award-7-things-about-elladee/.
The rules for accepting this award are as follows:
1. Thank the award-givers and link back to them in your post.
2. Share 7 things about yourself.
3. Pass this award along 15 or 20 bloggers you read & admire.
4. Contact your chosen bloggers to let them know about the award.
Your blog is amongst the 20 that amuse & inspire me I nominated as my part in fulfilling rule 3. If you feel so inclined, please accept from me the Versatile Blogger Award, and my congratulations for great blogging, and pass it on to others also deserving.

Best regards,
EllaDee

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- m5son on March 13, 2012 at 7:41 pm said:
  
  Thank you very much.
  
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adrianpym on March 16, 2012 at 6:52 am said:

Hi,
I’ve just nominated you for the Versatile Blogger award as I have been inspired by your blog.
http://adrianpym.wordpress.com/2012/03/16/my-first-award/

You can of course choose whether or not to accept this award, if you do please pass on to others who inspire you.

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- m5son on March 16, 2012 at 7:22 am said:
  
  Thanks Adrian. I always take a pass on these, but I love that you like my work!
  
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GullringstorpGoatGal on March 16, 2012 at 2:00 pm said:

Hej from Sweden !

Thanks for liking my most recent post; “Maternity Watch & Milk Stand Training”. It’s just a part of my life here at Gullringstorp that I wanted to share. If you never had goats you might not be aware of the process to get your ladies ready for the milk stand. this is not the first post that you liked of mine. So glad to be bringing pleasure through my Swedish countryside experiences.
Please come again!

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- m5son on March 16, 2012 at 2:04 pm said:
  
  I had a few Nubian goats that were pets but never got involved with anything commercial. Yes I love goats and I like you blog quite a bit. Thank you Mike
  
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  - GullringstorpGoatGal on March 16, 2012 at 2:11 pm said:
    
    Hej from Sweden !
    I love the look of Nubians and their temperament. The ones I had great pleasure to know personally, were calm and lovely. Why did you stop having your goats? I don’t want to think of my goat adventures as commercial, but I do use their milk for a good purpose and hope to launch a new business quite soon. I want to think of my new business as a cottage industry and hope never to become very commercial. Welcome back anytime and i hope you continue to enjoy.
    
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  - m5son on March 18, 2012 at 7:58 pm said:
    
    We were very young when we had our goats and after a fashion we moved to a home where we could not bring them. So I live vicariously thru your goats.
    
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lakesideindia on March 16, 2012 at 7:33 pm said:

HI Mike
Thanks for visiting my blog and liking my post about Ganesh.
I enjoy reading your thoughts and will certainly keep an eye on what you are up to.
Dorinda (lakesideindia)

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yobobe on March 17, 2012 at 1:35 pm said:

Hello Mike,
A quick note to Thank You for stopping by and liking my blog. Lots of great stuff here. I’ll be back!
Yolanda

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- m5son on March 17, 2012 at 1:41 pm said:
  
  Thanks!
  
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Ann Jasmine on March 19, 2012 at 2:26 pm said:

Hi, thanks for liking my recent post!
I just had a quick look through your home page. Your photos really capture what you write to match. Well done! That’s not easily done

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- m5son on March 19, 2012 at 2:27 pm said:
  
  Well thank you!
  
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Angeline M on March 20, 2012 at 6:06 pm said:

Thanks for the follow over on my blog. I’m enjoying yours a lot!

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- m5son on March 20, 2012 at 7:13 pm said:
  
  I am remiss for not having done so sooner. Sorry.
  
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marissafh on March 20, 2012 at 8:49 pm said:

Thanks for your like on my blog. Your blog looks great, and will be looking through it for inspiration.

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- m5son on March 20, 2012 at 8:50 pm said:
  
  Have at it, and thanks.
  
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foodashion on March 23, 2012 at 7:37 am said:

Hi I nominated you for the VERY INSPIRING BLOGGER AWARD. I really enjoy your blog and wanted to give you recognition!
Tastfully Yours
Tasha

http://foodashion.com/2012/03/23/very-inspiring-blogger-award-the-versatile-blogger-who-me-really-wow-thank-you-tearing-up/

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- m5son on March 23, 2012 at 7:42 am said:
  
  Geepers.thanks.
  
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Mary Jane E Clark on March 23, 2012 at 5:25 pm said:

Thanks for liking my blog. If you’re having back issues…….I identify!

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- m5son on March 23, 2012 at 6:10 pm said:
  
  Where did I mention back issues? Now you have peeked my curiosity.
  
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Mary Jane E Clark on March 23, 2012 at 6:17 pm said:

Oh, sorry……don’t mean to intrude but you mentioned multiple surgical procedures…… Mainly, the people I know who have had those involved back issues. I’m sorry for assuming.

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- m5son on March 23, 2012 at 6:22 pm said:
  
  No worries, and you are not intruding and I welcome the discussion. I have a bad back, but no surgery to date. Where did I mention multiple surgical procedures??
  
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Mary Jane E Clark on March 23, 2012 at 6:26 pm said:

I must be hallucinating…….I was sure that you had made such a mention but in rereading everything, I realize I’m “away with the fairies”, apparently………………… I thought it was in reference to being nominated for whatever and having to go through the all the hoops. I’m really sorry.

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- m5son on March 23, 2012 at 6:31 pm said:
  
  No worries, I think it is kind of funny and I am glad to report that I never declined anything due to poor health. We may speculate about my mental health however.
  If you are hallucinating, put some music on 🙂
  
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ghummakkad on March 23, 2012 at 10:57 pm said:

Thank you for stopping by at Ghummakkad…
Lovely blog you have…love the little details of life which may go unnoticed.

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- m5son on March 24, 2012 at 8:25 am said:
  
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Bella Remy Photography on March 24, 2012 at 8:26 am said:

Hi! I have nominated you for the Sunshine Award, Congratulations! For more details:

http://bellaremyphotography.wordpress.com/2012/03/24/about-and-honors-from-fellow-bloggers-4/

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- m5son on March 24, 2012 at 8:28 am said:
  
  That’s great. Glad you like my work. Thanks.
  
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Mona on March 24, 2012 at 9:52 pm said:

Mike, the more I poke around your blog, the more I like what I see and read. Your wife and family are blessed to have you in their lives. ~Mona

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- m5son on March 24, 2012 at 9:54 pm said:
  
  Mona that is a really sweet and generous thing to say. I think maybe I am more lucky to have them, but thank you so much.
  
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  - Mona on March 24, 2012 at 10:07 pm said:
    
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Mona on March 25, 2012 at 3:00 am said:

Hi Mike, I nominated you for the Sunshine Award. Check it out: http://monahoward.com/2012/03/25/the-sun-is-shining/

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- m5son on March 25, 2012 at 4:37 am said:
  
  Thank you Mona.
  
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GullringstorpGoatGal on March 25, 2012 at 1:02 pm said:

Hej from Sweden !
Thanks for liking one of my most recent posts “Maternity Watch and Milk Stand Training”.
That was really nice of you and welcome back!

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- m5son on April 16, 2012 at 8:04 am said:
  
  Love your posts.
  
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  - GullringstorpGoatGal on April 16, 2012 at 8:44 am said:
    
    Hej from Sweden !
    How kind ! I hope you continue to enjoy!
    
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In Search of Perfect on March 26, 2012 at 8:16 pm said:

Hi Mike! Thank you for visiting my blog! I enjoyed reading yours – you have a wealth of things to share! Looking forward to reading more 🙂

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- m5son on March 26, 2012 at 8:17 pm said:
  
  that’s very cool. thanks a lot.
  
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Martyn Thompson on March 27, 2012 at 10:19 am said:

Versatile Blogger Award – http://wp.me/p29ILL-q4

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rachelhoulden on March 27, 2012 at 12:27 pm said:

Love your blog Mike. I love how it has so many different sections, all of which I thought were really interesting. Thanks for taking the time to look at mine. I’m going to share yours with my friends!

Rachel x

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- m5son on March 27, 2012 at 1:31 pm said:
  
  Jeepers Rachel what a nice thing for you to say. Thanks so much, kind of makes my day.
  
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Catherine O'Meara on March 27, 2012 at 3:53 pm said:

Thanks for visiting my blog, Mike; I’ve enjoyed reading through some of your posts and viewing your wonderful photography!

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- m5son on March 27, 2012 at 3:55 pm said:
  
  Thanks for the comment, eh.
  
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azleader on March 28, 2012 at 12:15 pm said:

Except for the married and moments of clarity part, I’m a lot like you. 🙂

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- m5son on March 28, 2012 at 12:36 pm said:
  
  LOL. I am having fewer moments of clarity as time goes on, but I will remain married.
  
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laurenrantnrave on March 29, 2012 at 7:48 pm said:

Thanks for stopping by my blog. I can’t wait to check yours out. I can already tell that you are a great photographer and have much to say!

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- m5son on March 29, 2012 at 7:52 pm said:
  
  And you, my lady, appear with grace and kindness 🙂
  
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Lynne Ayers on March 30, 2012 at 9:05 pm said:

I’ve been poking around here in your blog – your heart-felt style as well as the content has kept me reading.

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- m5son on March 30, 2012 at 10:22 pm said:
  
  I am honored and really appreciate your comment. Thank you.
  
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Violet on March 31, 2012 at 12:04 am said:

Hey Mike! Thank you for looking at my post! You have some awesome Photography! Keep it up! 🙂

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- m5son on March 31, 2012 at 12:07 am said:
  
  Thanks.
  
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mhdriver on April 1, 2012 at 4:11 pm said:

Thank you Mike for taking the time to visit my Site and viewing my arranged photo. I’ve spent the last hour reading and viewing your site and I enjoyed all the stores and the photos. Maybe we could chat some time. My email is: jamesbrya39@yahoo.com We have a motor home and spend most of our time traveling around the USA.

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- m5son on April 1, 2012 at 4:15 pm said:
  
  Nice! We plan on doing some snowbirding this winter when my wife retires. Good of you to send me this message. I’ll check out your blog too.
  m5son@comcast.net
  
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gacochran on April 2, 2012 at 5:50 am said:

Thanks for stopping by my site…and I love your look at life. Thanks for letting me look with you.

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- m5son on April 2, 2012 at 7:46 am said:
  
  Nice. Thank you.
  
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CreaturesWithInk on April 3, 2012 at 9:18 pm said:

I nominated you for the ABC Award! Visit http://amandasphotoalbum.wordpress.com/2012/04/03/my-abc-award/ at your convenience and keep up the awesome work!

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- m5son on April 3, 2012 at 9:57 pm said:
  
  I appreciate that.
  
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  - CreaturesWithInk on April 3, 2012 at 10:15 pm said:
    
    You are welcome 😉
    
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adrianduque89 on April 6, 2012 at 2:24 pm said:

Thank you for stopping by my blog.

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- m5son on April 6, 2012 at 2:25 pm said:
  
  But of course.
  
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John on April 8, 2012 at 6:19 pm said:

Thank you for the comments, the Follow and Likes!

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- m5son on April 8, 2012 at 6:30 pm said:
  
  I am remiss for not having done so sooner.
  
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  - John on April 8, 2012 at 6:32 pm said:
    
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Jennifer Worrell on April 9, 2012 at 8:58 pm said:

Wow! Beautiful thoughts, pictures, and poetry. Thanks for visiting me:)

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- m5son on April 9, 2012 at 9:46 pm said:
  
  Thanks for this really sweet comment Jennifer.
  
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debbrunson on April 12, 2012 at 9:36 pm said:

I can see why Mr. Housewright speaks so highly of you 🙂
Brilliant.

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- m5son on April 12, 2012 at 9:40 pm said:
  
  What fun Deb, And thank you. Perhaps we can say hello in person some time. Off to bed. Sweet dreams.
  
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clinock on April 14, 2012 at 12:15 am said:

Man – it’s taken me 15 minutes just scrolling through comments to get here – you’re obviously a popular guy. Now I will go explore your actual blog to discover why. Oh! and mucho gracias for your visit to art rat cafe…

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- m5son on April 14, 2012 at 7:48 am said:
  
  Thank you sir.
  
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oopsjohn on April 14, 2012 at 3:57 pm said:

Thanks for stopping by my site. I have been reading some of your blogs (in the ‘Horror & Tragedy’ section) and find them incredibly poignant and well-written. I am now an avid follower of your site!

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- m5son on April 14, 2012 at 4:55 pm said:
  
  That’s a really kind and thoughtful thing to say. Thanks John.
  
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avian101 on April 15, 2012 at 5:04 am said:

Mike, because I enjoy and admire your blog so much, I have nominated you for the ABC Award. http://avian101.wordpress.com/2012/04/14/abc-award/ ‎. In order to accept this award, you must comply with the two rules. Then you may place the Award logo on your site. Please do not feel any pressure to accept this award, I understand if you do not wish to participate. But know your site is appreciated, and your blogging is interesting, your photos are beautiful! I enjoy reading your posts! Have a great day! H.J.

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- m5son on April 15, 2012 at 12:52 pm said:
  
  I feel no pressure at all, trust me. But I do so appreciate you nominating me. Thanks H.J.
  
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Michael Fishman on April 16, 2012 at 3:50 am said:

Hi Mike,

Hey, we almost have the same name! I like your photos a lot and am looking forward to seeing more.

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- m5son on April 16, 2012 at 8:18 am said:
  
  Hey Mike. I used to hang with a Fishman in NY when I was just a lad. Now I am older than dirt. Thanks for stopping by, bro.
  
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lazarusdodge on April 16, 2012 at 6:15 am said:

Hey Mike –
Appreciate you stopping by my blog and leaving a thumbs up! Think I can borrow your bio? Seems we have the same outlook and insights. Except for the 63 part – still got 2 years to go. And the retirement – ain’t gonna happen… 🙂

Love your photography – reminds me I have to try my hand at b/w a bit more…

Thanks again!

– Jeff

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- m5son on April 16, 2012 at 8:15 am said:
  
  Hey Jeff. I would still be working if I had something to do. My career ended at 58 when I had a very bad work experience, and then discovered that I was sick to death of all the bullshit anyway.
  I appreciate the comment.
  
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Rosina Peixoto on April 18, 2012 at 5:47 pm said:

Hi Mike!
I love your work and I think your blog is wonderful. I have nominated you for the Versatile Blogger Award.
Details here: http://tryingtodomybest.wordpress.com/2012/04/18/the-versatile-blogger-award/

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- m5son on April 18, 2012 at 6:00 pm said:
  
  Rosina, thank you for liking my work. That is, really, enough of an honor for me. I stay away from the blogging awards.
  
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fiztrainer on April 19, 2012 at 7:23 pm said:

I’ve nominated you for the Versatile Blogger Award (http://serendipityplus.wordpress.com/2012/04/19/versatile-blogger-nomination/) You have a really awesome blog and I love reading it and seeing your photos. Please, feel free to participate or just simply enjoy the nomination. 😀

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- m5son on April 19, 2012 at 7:27 pm said:
  
  And I do enjoy the nomination and the sentiment that comes with it. Thank you so much.
  
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  - fiztrainer on April 19, 2012 at 7:29 pm said:
    
    😀 … You’re welcome!!
    
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jennysserendipity on April 20, 2012 at 4:28 am said:

Thanks for stopping by and liking my post on my market stroll
Interesting blog
All the best, Jenny
Will follow
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- m5son on April 20, 2012 at 6:58 am said:
  
  Same here.
  
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  - jennysserendipity on April 20, 2012 at 7:01 am said:
    
    Thanks for the following
    Happy Friday and weekend ahead
    🙂
    
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  - m5son on April 20, 2012 at 7:10 am said:
    
    And you Jenny 🙂
    
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  - jennysserendipity on April 20, 2012 at 7:11 am said:
    
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Jason Finner on April 20, 2012 at 1:37 pm said:

Thanks for the like Mike!

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- m5son on April 20, 2012 at 1:38 pm said:
  
  sure.
  
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hutchphotography2020 on April 24, 2012 at 12:56 pm said:

Thanks for liking my blog, Mike. Nice to know someone my age looks at life in a simolar way.

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- m5son on April 24, 2012 at 1:13 pm said:
  
  Seems to me that our point of view is an evolved one. And thanks for the comment.
  
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kathsartcorner on April 24, 2012 at 2:39 pm said:

Glad you liked “Miss Mousie!” Thanks for visiting.

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Jon Santiago on April 25, 2012 at 8:50 pm said:

Hi Mike!
Thanks for stopping by and liking my post “Half Moon Bay.”
Judging by your excellent photos, I’d say we notice (and are intrigued by) many of the same things.
Here’s to never ceasing to be amazed/amused/gobsmacked!

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- m5son on April 25, 2012 at 8:52 pm said:
  
  I’ll drink to that!
  
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rprtphoto on April 25, 2012 at 10:52 pm said:

I just want to tell you how much I enjoy your blog. Photography and writing are two of my biggest passions. So many blogers excel at one or the other, but you do both very well.

Thank you!

RPRT Photo

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- m5son on April 25, 2012 at 10:55 pm said:
  
  Well that is a really great thing for you to say. I mean you didn’t have to take the time to say that, and you did. It means a lot to me, thanks so much.
  
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rprtphoto on April 25, 2012 at 10:53 pm said:

Whoops, I meant “bloggers” w/ 2 g’s! Doh!!! 😛

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- m5son on April 25, 2012 at 10:58 pm said:
  
  Hell man, I knew what you meant. No worries, ever.
  
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tearoomdelights on April 27, 2012 at 9:21 am said:

Hi Mike, I understand you’re not a big fan of awards but all the same I would like to give you the Genuine Blogger Award (feel free to ignore it, I just wanted to say ‘thank you’ on my blog) http://lornastearoomdelights.wordpress.com/2012/04/27/more-gongs/ I haven’t followed the rules, but in the unlikely event of you wanting to do something about this you can find them here: http://megtraveling.com/2012/04/01/the-sunshine-and-genuine-blogger-awards/

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- m5son on April 27, 2012 at 9:57 am said:
  
  Very much appreciated Lorna. Very much indeed.
  
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  - tearoomdelights on April 27, 2012 at 10:34 am said:
    
    That’s a relief, I thought you might throw something at me! My pleasure to highlight your wonderful blog.
    
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Lynne Ayers on April 28, 2012 at 9:36 am said:

To let you know I linked you on my site as a blog I enjoy, in response to the Beautiful Blogger Award. Keeping in mind that not everyone wants to take part in these awards I leave it up to you if you wish to participate – ‘rules’ are here: http://lynneayersbeyondthebrush.wordpress.com/2012/04/28/humble-pie/

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sustylife on April 29, 2012 at 1:19 pm said:

Your vernacular perspectives are wonderful! Old barns hold a special place in my life. Thanks for enjoying my post as well!

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- m5son on April 29, 2012 at 1:41 pm said:
  
  You are lucky to have old barns as special to you. They are, or should be, images that are strong and beautiful. If they hold animals they would have a loving component too. Thank you!
  
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Jo Fredric on May 1, 2012 at 10:40 pm said:

Hi Mike,
Thanks for liking my blog post. I have enjoyed getting the chance to look around your blog. You have a frank and honest writing style, and interesting stories to tell. Thanks for sharing them.

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- m5son on May 2, 2012 at 7:13 am said:
  
  Thank you!
  
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EllaDee on May 2, 2012 at 7:17 pm said:

Hi! I nominated you for the ABC (Awesome Blog Content) Award. I was moved to do so because I am delighted whenever I see an email from you in my in-box. You can read about the award at http://elladeewords.wordpress.com/2012/05/03/a-community-garden-and-abc-awards/ .
Accepting awards to enable you to nominate other worthy recipients isn’t for the faint hearted or time poor, so please accept if you choose and there’s no timeframe on responding, or obligation to do so if it’s not right for you.
Best wishes,
EllaDee

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- m5son on May 2, 2012 at 7:29 pm said:
  
  Thank you for liking my blog enough to nominate me. I’m not particularly faint, but I do prefer to stay away from these awards, which is not intended to diminish how much I appreciate you doing this.
  
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selah on May 4, 2012 at 8:40 am said:

hello.. just wanted to thank you very much for following The Dappled Path.. your blog is a favorite of mine.

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- m5son on May 4, 2012 at 8:45 am said:
  
  My pleasure, should have done it much sooner.
  
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Mary MacGowan on May 5, 2012 at 12:02 pm said:

hey, thanks for visiting plucky umbrella. i see we’ve been aiming our cameras at the same sort of thing, lately.
nice to meet you, mary

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- m5son on May 5, 2012 at 1:03 pm said:
  
  Cool, Mary. Love this blogging world.
  
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  - Mary MacGowan on May 8, 2012 at 10:14 pm said:
    
    cool beans indeed
    
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dmtrobi on May 7, 2012 at 6:02 am said:

Thank you for stopping by visual musings. The greatest part of it is that I found your blog! Such wonderful photos!
Donna

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- m5son on May 16, 2012 at 6:57 am said:
  
  Thank you Donna. Sorry for slow response.
  
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Occam on May 8, 2012 at 11:49 am said:

Found your blog because you like one of my posts….I think I’ll come along for the ride…

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- m5son on May 8, 2012 at 11:55 am said:
  
  Welcome. Can I get you a sandwich?
  
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mardeeknits on May 10, 2012 at 3:02 pm said:

Hi Mike and thanks for stopping by my blog. I am awe-struck by your photos. They are absolutely beautiful. Thanks for giving me something to aspire to. ~ Mardee

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- m5son on May 10, 2012 at 3:21 pm said:
  
  Wow, such a generous comment. Now I can aspire to be as nice as you!
  
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earthandflowers on May 10, 2012 at 10:14 pm said:

I love the honesty in your words and images, thank you.

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- m5son on May 10, 2012 at 10:16 pm said:
  
  No, thank you.
  
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lovelivingincolorado on May 11, 2012 at 9:45 pm said:

You’ve been nominated for the One Lovely Blog award!

Here are the steps for the award:

Name the blogger who awarded you this fantastic award
List 7 random facts about yourself
Award 15 other bloggers this award
Enjoy!

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- m5son on May 11, 2012 at 9:56 pm said:
  
  Thanks. I don’t do awards, but I appreciate it.
  
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  - lovelivingincolorado on May 11, 2012 at 10:00 pm said:
    
    I understand. Just wanted to let you know I enjoy your blog. Have a great weekend.
    
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  - m5son on May 11, 2012 at 10:17 pm said:
    
    You too and thank you for understanding.
    
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Jim Norwood@Virtual Images 360 on May 14, 2012 at 2:07 pm said:

Loved your photography and insight of life. I think I have a picture of a green house like that some where. Sixty-Three and climbing. jim

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- m5son on May 14, 2012 at 2:20 pm said:
  
  Sixty three?! You old fuck! It is accelerating, this time thing. Nice to meet you Jim.
  
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dianne on May 16, 2012 at 3:48 am said:

you have a delightful blog, it’s as simple as that.. : )

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- m5son on May 16, 2012 at 7:02 am said:
  
  That is so nice. Thank you!
  
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PaintedByTheSun on May 17, 2012 at 7:13 am said:

Mike, Your photo’s and stories are just beautiful. One of the first posts I came across of yours was Three Minute Conversation it was a beautiful story and I was hooked. I also look forward to Haiku Wednesday! I have nominated you for the Very Inspiring Blogger Award! Looking forward to your next post.

Should you choose to accept the award, here is the link:
http://carolanns66.wordpress.com/2012/05/17/the-very-inspiring-blogger-award/

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- m5son on May 17, 2012 at 7:30 am said:
  
  Thank you. I am glad you like my blog.
  
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Cat's Liminal Space on May 17, 2012 at 12:15 pm said:

Hello, Mike!
Thank you for visiting Hai-choo! I’m glad you enjoyed my creative sneeze “003” 🙂 I think your haiku Wednesdays are a lovely idea. My goal is one a day, and I find it difficult to limit myself! I’ll have to explore the rest of your blog. My impression so far is that you have a brilliant balance of melancholy and effervescent happiness in your work. It is wonderful and refreshing, and I look forward to more!
Cat

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- m5son on May 17, 2012 at 12:37 pm said:
  
  Hey cat. I really like your comment and your sense of my balance between melancholy and happiness. Rather an astute observation. I recently came upon the German word Weltschmerz, which I liked quite a bit. Nice meeting you for sure.
  
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  - Cat Phillips on May 25, 2012 at 11:05 am said:
    
    Hello again! I’m still loving your blog 🙂 So much so that I’ve nominated you for the Beautiful Blogger Award! If you would like to accept, you can find the info here: http://catsliminalspace.com/2012/05/25/the-beautiful-blogger-award-who-knew/
    
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  - m5son on May 25, 2012 at 11:09 am said:
    
    Thank you Cat.
    
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R C Norman on May 21, 2012 at 1:41 pm said:

Fascinating blog! A pleasure to read and see. Will be back for more. — Rob

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- m5son on May 21, 2012 at 1:43 pm said:
  
  Well that is nice to hear. Thanks Rob, and welcome.
  
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John on May 22, 2012 at 3:31 am said:

Thanks for the Follow. 🙂

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kathsartcorner on May 22, 2012 at 6:29 pm said:

Thank-you for visiting!! 🙂

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if i ever cross your mind on May 24, 2012 at 10:29 pm said:

Thanks for the like. You have a great blog. I think you have seen and experienced much and have a very practical approach towards life…. but may be still in search of that something.. those unanswered questions. Some true and humble thoughts and life shaking experiences. Read through some of them…. Keep writing 🙂

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- m5son on May 25, 2012 at 5:45 am said:
  
  Thanks for the peek……what if there are no answers?
  
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  - if i ever cross your mind on May 28, 2012 at 5:21 am said:
    
    Hmmm… May be.
    From where i come, people relate everything to ‘karma’. They say all answers lay there. But i am not sure of that as well. So i guess, sadly, there are no answers that we know off.
    
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Momma E. on May 25, 2012 at 9:35 am said:

Thanks for stopping by on my blog. I’m definitely affected by your writing and description of your lifes challenges. My husband experienced similar things in his growing up years as well… I’m now following and look forward to checking in on your site frequently. Thank you again. Best, Donna

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- m5son on May 25, 2012 at 10:27 am said:
  
  You are a jewel Donna.
  
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  - Momma E. on May 25, 2012 at 11:20 am said:
    
    Thank you! I love Colorado – (my sister in law and her family live just outside of Denver, I’ve been out there a few times. Love it!)
    
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  - m5son on May 25, 2012 at 11:31 am said:
    
    Yeah, I lived in the Denver area for 26 years and now live in Northern Colorado. My son lives in Denver. I don’t know where on the east coast you are but I grew up in New York. I looked at some more of your blog and I really do like the feel of it. The blogging experience has been kind of life altering for me and I welcome you as part of my cyber community. I will buy you a cyber beer, or coffee if you prefer.
    
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  - Momma E. on May 25, 2012 at 11:35 am said:
    
    If cyber wine is available I’ll take that! I live in Westfield MA which is a few towns over from Springfield. The June 1, 2011 tornado here actually started and touched down first in Westfield. Stupidly, I was out on my deck pointing and going “Oh Look! A funnel cloud!” Dumbest.Move.EVER. I’ve found blogging to be life altering as well. So much love, support and goodwill here! So glad to have made a new friend! Hugs! D.
    
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  - m5son on May 25, 2012 at 11:39 am said:
    
    Wine is available, I’ll grab 2 glasses. I would have been on your deck trying to take photos and challenging nature.
    Have a great weekend Donna.
    
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  - Momma E. on May 25, 2012 at 11:51 am said:
    
    Sounds great! You do the same! 🙂
    
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The Wandering Youth on May 27, 2012 at 4:54 pm said:

I nominated you for the Reader Appreciation Award and Genuine Blogger Award
http://thewanderingyouth.wordpress.com/2012/05/27/awards-7/

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- m5son on May 27, 2012 at 5:00 pm said:
  
  Uh, thank you.
  
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melouisef on May 29, 2012 at 1:14 pm said:

We are all a bit like that I suppose
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Rebecca Latson Photography on June 2, 2012 at 6:43 pm said:

I got a good chuckle reading your “About”. Sounds alot like me….except I’m not retired, dammit.

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- m5son on June 2, 2012 at 7:12 pm said:
  
  I give good chuckles. So if you are a bit like me, and you are still working, how is that for you?
  
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  - Rebecca Latson Photography on June 3, 2012 at 1:50 am said:
    
    I don’t particularly like people, and I work in a corporate environment, so I have to watch what comes out of my mouth quite a bit. I’m getting pretty good at it, but occasionally I slip up. I only work so I can pay the bills and finance my vacations and camera gear purchases.
    
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  - m5son on June 3, 2012 at 7:58 am said:
    
    And my career ending job was in a similar environment and one day I got tired of being careful and it was bye bye for me.
    
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Humbled Pie on June 3, 2012 at 10:59 pm said:

Because I enjoy your blog so much, I have nominated you for The Versatile Blogger Award. You can read about it on my blog. http://humbledpie.wordpress.com/2012/06/04/musings-from-the-darkroom-blog-recognition/

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- m5son on June 4, 2012 at 8:09 am said:
  
  I always appreciate that someone enjoys my blog but I don’t actually get involved with the award thing. Thank you.
  
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  - Humbled Pie on June 4, 2012 at 12:38 pm said:
    
    Yeah, it sure took me a long freakin time…I’d rather shoot, look at or edit pictures. I really do enjoy your photos more than most. One can always tell someone that brings film experience with them to the digital table.
    
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  - m5son on June 4, 2012 at 6:26 pm said:
    
    Thanks man. My dad was also a merchant marine, right as the war was winding down.
    
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singhmv on June 5, 2012 at 8:55 am said:

Hi: I enjoy your photography. I have nominated your blog for The Versatile Blogger Award. If you choose to accept it, please use this link and follow the instructions. Cheers!
http://singhmv365.wordpress.com/the-versatile-blogger-award-thank-you/

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- m5son on June 5, 2012 at 9:09 am said:
  
  Thank you, I will decline.
  
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putneyfarm on June 11, 2012 at 8:26 am said:

Hi, We just nominated you for a versatile blogger award. You may get a bunch of these, but FYI. We do enjoy your work. Thanks.

http://putneyfarm.com/2012/06/11/versatile-blogger-award/

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- m5son on June 11, 2012 at 8:32 am said:
  
  Yes, thank you.
  
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  - putneyfarm on June 11, 2012 at 8:34 am said:
    
    Your welcome. More people should see your photography.
    
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- m5son on June 12, 2012 at 9:37 am said:
  
  More than kind. Thank you.
  
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Spiritual World Traveler on June 13, 2012 at 4:25 pm said:

Hi! Just stopping by to let you know I nominated you for the One Lovely Blog Award!

http://spiritualworldtraveler.wordpress.com/2012/06/13/one-lovely-blog-award/

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- m5son on June 13, 2012 at 4:26 pm said:
  
  Thank you. Read my WTF post.
  
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George Weaver on June 14, 2012 at 1:28 am said:

Good Lord! I got a blister scrolling down to this box! Then I laughed when I read the last comment giving you the One Lovely Bog award! Well, hell, I just gave you one too. For what it’s worth, the link is on my little blog in case anybody in the WP world hasn’t seen your really fine work. I just wanted to link to one of the best blogs here. Your combination of creative and professional photography and your sharing of yourself in your poetry and essays is remarkable. I truly do enjoy it. George

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- m5son on June 14, 2012 at 6:07 am said:
  
  So very nice George. One day I will write about what this blogging experience has meant to me and in how many ways I am touched by it. Your generous and thoughtful comment is a perfect example of the warm cyber home I have here. Thank you.
  
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boomiebol on June 14, 2012 at 7:19 am said:

Thank you so much for stopping by my blog and for the follow. For 62, sir you look great. Well done!!!

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- m5son on June 14, 2012 at 7:54 am said:
  
  Thanks, my pretty friend.
  
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Janet on June 14, 2012 at 3:57 pm said:

Hello, I nominated you for the One Lovely Blog Award. I know not everyone likes to participate in these, just think of it as my appreciation for you lovely photos. If you do, the information can be found here: http://postcardfiction.com/2012/06/14/thursday-thanks-3/.

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- m5son on June 14, 2012 at 3:58 pm said:
  
  Thanks Janet. Read my post called the WTF award, and really….thank you.
  
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  - Janet on June 14, 2012 at 4:02 pm said:
    
    WTF indeed! 🙂
    
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aimsphotos on June 15, 2012 at 12:05 pm said:

Thanks so much for liking so many of my (recent) blog posts! Finally made it over to your blog, it’s great, totally following it now!!! Love your black and white photos! 🙂 All the best, Aims from http://www.aimsphotos.wordpress.com

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- m5son on June 15, 2012 at 12:09 pm said:
  
  Thanks Aims.
  
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rprtphoto on June 19, 2012 at 12:00 am said:

Hi Mike,

I’ve been enjoying your blog for several months now. FYI, I nominated you for the Liebster Award, for what it’s worth. If nothing else, at least a few of my readers will get turned on to your wonderful site. Thanks for all the great images, stories, poems, etc!

RPRT Photo

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- m5son on June 19, 2012 at 7:55 am said:
  
  Cool. thanks.
  
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Captain Crusty on June 28, 2012 at 5:07 am said:

Hi Mike. Thanks for visiting Pirates & Pulsars. I like your photos of sheds and cabins. I’ll be back to see what you’re up to. Best, Cap’n Crusty.

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nishanil on July 2, 2012 at 9:18 am said:

My obeisance Master….Namaste…

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- m5son on July 2, 2012 at 9:43 am said:
  
  Namaste 🙂
  
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Carol Dunnigan on July 2, 2012 at 11:10 am said:

Mike – yep – new to Greeley! A transplant from FL. I don’t do coffee – yuck! I just got my business cards today and am trying to get it off the ground here. I can’t believe I’m thinking this, but we should start a Photography Meet-Up group! Is this something you’d be interested in? There is a girl that goes to NCU that also has a blog and lives in Greeley. I had belonged to a group up (I mean down) in FL and had researched them around here prior to moving. I think Evans may have one, but nothing here. Just pondering….

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- Carol Dunnigan on July 2, 2012 at 11:11 am said:
  
  p.s. I love your work on here! It looks a lot like stuff I do. I’m dying to find old places like barns, etc. to do portrait work at. Something that wouldn’t be illegally traspassing! lol
  
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  - m5son on July 2, 2012 at 11:45 am said:
    
    Thank you Carol. I trespass too frequently and only recently was on some property that I’m pretty sure was a meth lab. A big convict looking dude came out and made it very clear that I need to leave. That day there was a reasonable chance I was going to be killed.
    
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- m5son on July 2, 2012 at 11:34 am said:
  
  Tea, milk, chai, beer, bourbon?
  
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Kimberly Konkol on July 4, 2012 at 9:22 pm said:

I was so excited to see your blog. I lived in Wyoming for many years and in my heart I call it home. I just loved looking at all of your pictures and can’t wait to see more of them. You capture Wyoming so perfectly! 🙂

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- m5son on July 4, 2012 at 9:55 pm said:
  
  Thank you. I actually live in Colorado but travel to Wyoming occasionally. I love living the in West.
  
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  - Kimberly Konkol on July 5, 2012 at 7:23 am said:
    
    Colorado is beautiful! I love it there. I wish we could go out west more often. I’m looking forward to seeing all of your pictures.
    
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  - m5son on July 5, 2012 at 7:29 am said:
    
    Well thank you Kimberly.
    
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eddiemyers on July 9, 2012 at 8:36 pm said:

Thanks for visiting my blog and liking my post. You have some interesting photos on your site.

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Carol Dunnigan on July 12, 2012 at 11:06 am said:

Not sure how you feel about awards, and not sure how I feel if I get a lot (it’s a lot of work), but I nominated you for a blog award – you can check it out here: http://blog.caroldunniganphotography.com/2012/07/12/beautiful-blogger-award/

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- m5son on July 12, 2012 at 11:06 am said:
  
  Thanks Carol.
  
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City Sites Photo on July 15, 2012 at 9:27 am said:

Thanks for stopping by my photo blog…enjoyed perusing your photos! We have a lot of photo-commonality….rusty, old cars, dilapidated buildings, etc…they all tell a story of perseverance. Will look forward to more posts!

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- m5son on July 15, 2012 at 9:28 am said:
  
  Thank you! Hang out with me.
  
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Sheila on July 15, 2012 at 6:01 pm said:

I nominated you for the Liebster Blog award. Sheila http://shecall.wordpress.com/2012/07/15/i-received-two-awards/

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- m5son on July 15, 2012 at 6:02 pm said:
  
  No thank you.
  
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  - Sheila on July 15, 2012 at 6:06 pm said:
    
    I removed your link from my post. I’ve enjoyed your blog.
    
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  - m5son on July 15, 2012 at 6:07 pm said:
    
    If you give someone an award, learn their name. See ya.
    
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Karen Mitchell on July 19, 2012 at 9:40 pm said:

Thank you for stopping by my blog and introducing me to yours. I look forward to seeing more of your work.

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mountainmae on July 21, 2012 at 7:32 am said:

I enjoy your ability to see beauty everywhere. Thank you for following my blog. Time seems to be compressed lately. I awake today feeling so grateful for my life and all its’ blessings so I decided to start thanking people. Blog-pals are important to me.

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- m5son on July 21, 2012 at 8:55 am said:
  
  I know the reality of ‘compressed time’ and have talked about that in recent days. Thank you.
  
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Vibeke Henriette on July 26, 2012 at 2:30 pm said:

Sounds like a pretty wise guy anyhow :):) Love your blog – and thanks for stopping by mine 🙂

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- m5son on July 26, 2012 at 2:31 pm said:
  
  Thank you!!
  
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  - Vibeke Henriette on July 26, 2012 at 2:32 pm said:
    
    You`re so very welcome 🙂
    
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glennweissel on July 30, 2012 at 11:34 am said:

I have nominated you for the Beautiful Blogger Award. Good luck!
Click here: http://wp.me/p1StBu-is

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Reena on August 5, 2012 at 12:14 pm said:

Thanks for appreciating one of my posts 😉

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- Mike on August 5, 2012 at 1:03 pm said:
  
  De Nada.
  
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halfeatenmind on August 12, 2012 at 10:37 am said:

Hi Mike,
Thanks for liking my Grand-Baie article on the Half-Eaten Mind blog..great pictures you have here..and very heartwarming to read as well.

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An Embarrassment of Freedom on August 12, 2012 at 8:11 pm said:

Aren’t the reponses so interesting when blogging? You have quite the following…..tragedy and joy and everything in between pretty well sums things up doesn’t it….take good care now….

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- Mike on August 12, 2012 at 8:23 pm said:
  
  I wish my following translated into people looking. But you looked and I thank you for that.
  
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Ogee on August 12, 2012 at 10:29 pm said:

Thanks for the like and the follow. Glad you found me – and me, you (and Pumpkin). Will happily follow along.

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- Mike on August 12, 2012 at 10:32 pm said:
  
  Well thanks for looking at some of my posts and my darling Pumpkin. I loved what I saw of your blog.
  
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  - Ogee on August 12, 2012 at 10:34 pm said:
    
    Ditto. 🙂
    
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bmgphoto on August 17, 2012 at 2:05 am said:

Thanks for liking one of my photos. Your photos are great.

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Vibeke Henriette on August 19, 2012 at 4:08 pm said:

Thanks for visiting and supporting Mike… , I really do appreciate it:)

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- Mike on August 19, 2012 at 4:09 pm said:
  
  Sure thing.
  
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silverbirchpress on August 31, 2012 at 2:02 pm said:

Thanks for visiting our blog! Glad you liked our post about Dennis Hopper’s self-portraits. (Love them and him!) Hope you will stop by again soon.

Best wishes,
Silver Birch Press

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Venom on September 7, 2012 at 1:54 pm said:

Hello ^_^ I’m one of your followers, and I’ve nominated you for the “One Lovely Blog” award! Keep up the good work!
http://venomsblog.wordpress.com/2012/09/07/one-lovely-blog-me-again/

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- Mike on September 7, 2012 at 2:04 pm said:
  
  cool.
  
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Mimi Patenaude on September 8, 2012 at 12:12 pm said:

Hi Mike!! Make that another nomination for the ‘One Lovely Blog Award’!!

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- Mike on September 8, 2012 at 12:17 pm said:
  
  Jeepers. Thanks.
  
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mike585 on September 10, 2012 at 7:01 am said:

You’re a normal bloke then, Mike. 😉

I almost gave up trying to get to the end of this comment column. 🙂

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- Mike on September 10, 2012 at 8:35 am said:
  
  Me? A normal bloke? Wow, never imagined. Thanks for the comment Mike.
  
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Penny on September 11, 2012 at 12:28 pm said:

Cool images with lots of great texture.

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- Mike on September 11, 2012 at 12:29 pm said:
  
  Well hell Penny, thanks!
  
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  - Penny on September 11, 2012 at 12:35 pm said:
    
    OMG I can’t stop laughing. TU!
    
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  - Mike on September 11, 2012 at 12:40 pm said:
    
    You’re easy.
    
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Pamela on September 27, 2012 at 3:41 pm said:

What a beautiful blog. Thanks for stopping by mine.

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- Mike on September 27, 2012 at 4:45 pm said:
  
  What a nice comment. Thanks so much.
  
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Pat Bailey on September 29, 2012 at 2:50 pm said:

Thanks for visiting my blog so many times. I have appreciated seeing your “likes” pop up. I finally got around to checking you out and am so glad I did. I think we can become blog-friends. I really liked you Three Minute Conversation post. As my husband and I are loosing friends, we have come to treasure our minutes together. We know what we have and we don’t want to lose it. I’m so glad you have the courage to share your life stories and I look forward to reading more.

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- Mike on September 29, 2012 at 3:07 pm said:
  
  Well thanks Pat. I am mostly an open book and will share almost anything. Time is speeding by, that’s for sure. Looking forward to a mutual friendship.
  
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mrcrish_cjr on September 30, 2012 at 6:08 pm said:

Your blog is awesome – so I nominated you for the “Super-Sweet Blogging” Award. Check out the link here: http://christopherribeiro.wordpress.com/2012/10/01/super-sweet-blogging-award/.

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- Mike on September 30, 2012 at 6:18 pm said:
  
  I’ll pass, but thank you.
  
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coastalcrone on October 2, 2012 at 8:26 am said:

Thanks for stopping by my blog to like a couple of posts – a visit is welcome anytime. I have enjoyed exploring yours!

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- Mike on October 2, 2012 at 8:27 am said:
  
  De nada,
  
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dedepuppets on October 5, 2012 at 3:52 pm said:

Thanks for stopping by at my blog and pointing me to yours.
I read in an earlier reply you are celebrating with “German beer and sausages”. You are not by any chance German?

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- Mike on October 5, 2012 at 4:32 pm said:
  
  I am not German but I do eat sausages and drink beer!
  
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LuAnn on October 9, 2012 at 8:33 am said:

Love your writing and your photography! You have a new follower. 🙂

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- Mike on October 9, 2012 at 8:36 am said:
  
  Thanks so much LuAnn. I am very grateful.
  
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AnilCm on October 11, 2012 at 5:29 am said:

I’ve nominated your blog for “Tell Me About Yourself Award”. I’m honored if you accept the award. http://exxtracts.wordpress.com/2012/10/11/another-award/

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- Mike on October 11, 2012 at 7:45 am said:
  
  Thank you. I’ll pass.
  
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sallywoodphotography on October 20, 2012 at 9:58 pm said:

Hello Mike, I want to thank you for being such an avid and consistent follower of my little blog! I really appreciate you taking the time to view and like!!! Sally

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- Mike on October 20, 2012 at 9:59 pm said:
  
  De nada.
  
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The Backdoor Artist on October 31, 2012 at 7:44 pm said:

I appreciate the way you share beauty on your blog and I have nominated your blog for Beautiful Blogger Award. If you want to accept the award check my blog, http://thebackdoorartist.com/2012/10/31/beautiful-blogger-award/

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- Mike on October 31, 2012 at 7:49 pm said:
  
  Thank you.
  
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Jenn on November 3, 2012 at 8:30 pm said:

oh umm .. did you get a pingback from this post of mine ?
http://the-serenity-space.com/2012/09/30/3177/ …
i was remiss in not notifying people directly of my nomination and relied only on the pingbacks … something I will not do in the future lol

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- Mike on November 3, 2012 at 8:57 pm said:
  
  I did not, but just looked at what you wrote and your timing is good…..I needed to hear that. Thanks a million.
  
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  - Jenn on November 3, 2012 at 9:18 pm said:
    
    ah theres always a reason things happen .. at just the right time .. i’m glad it arrived when it did and not when it was sposed to then 🙂 bright blessings 🙂
    
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GullringstorpGoatGal on November 7, 2012 at 9:02 am said:

Hej from Sweden!
Thanks for liking my recent post “OH HAPPY DAY” !
Would love to hear your comments on the election.

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- Mike on November 7, 2012 at 10:24 am said:
  
  I am a proud liberal so I am thrilled that enough working class Americans were motivated enough to do the right thing and try to move us forward, instead of going back to the past. I am about change and progress and bravery. I want all of us to have access to healthcare and education. I am very happy today.
  
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rigmover on November 30, 2012 at 1:14 pm said:

Hey thanks for the like on my blog, you have a great blog here.

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- Mike on November 30, 2012 at 4:20 pm said:
  
  Thank you.
  
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ajaytao2010 on December 2, 2012 at 2:46 pm said:

I liked the way you described yourself. I feel you r a very creative person
Thanks for visiting my blog, be in touch with my blog.

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- Mike on December 2, 2012 at 2:48 pm said:
  
  Thank you very much. This much I know for sure…I is whatever I is.
  
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  - ajaytao2010 on December 2, 2012 at 2:49 pm said:
    
    thanks my friend
    
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arjun bagga on December 6, 2012 at 12:32 pm said:

It takes an honest about to scroll down, worth it. Hello Mike.

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- Mike on December 6, 2012 at 12:49 pm said:
  
  Hi arun. Welcome.
  
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  - arjun bagga on December 6, 2012 at 12:52 pm said:
    
    thank you Mike.
    
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Bella Remy Photography on December 13, 2012 at 4:58 pm said:

Love your blog ! I have an award for you at my place. Please stop by and check it out ! Bella
http://bellaremyphotography.com/2012/12/13/time-to-celebrate/

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- Mike on December 13, 2012 at 4:59 pm said:
  
  Honored, thank you.
  
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- Mike on December 19, 2012 at 3:46 pm said:
  
  Thank you very much and don’t worry! ( I am on the road this week and it will be a light posting week for me)
  
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Still Times on January 16, 2013 at 5:10 am said:

Congratulations! I have nominated you for the Beautiful Blogger Award. Please accept by visiting http://still-times.com/2013/01/16/beautiful-blogger-award/ for more details.

Maria

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- Mike on January 16, 2013 at 8:27 am said:
  
  No thank you.
  
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nikontim2012 on January 20, 2013 at 3:55 pm said:

thanks for visiting “Digipainters Blog” . . post: It doesn’t come easy . . . I am still browsing yours as well . . many a good story and read here on your blog . .

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- Mike on January 20, 2013 at 3:56 pm said:
  
  Thank you very much.
  
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Jane Lurie on January 21, 2013 at 10:01 pm said:

Hi Mike, Thanks so much for following my photography blog. Your site is great and will look forward to reading more!

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- Mike on January 21, 2013 at 10:23 pm said:
  
  Sure Jane, thanks.
  
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snappychat on January 21, 2013 at 11:25 pm said:

Hi mike,
thanks for liking my “sunrise at Mulwala”, and visiting my blogg will look out for more of your work

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jjotter on January 23, 2013 at 5:58 pm said:

Hi Mike,
Thanks for stopping by my blog. Love your bio. I feel myself becoming cynical too the older I get. What is with that?

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- Mike on January 23, 2013 at 7:00 pm said:
  
  Good question. Maybe we see things for what they are and have earned the right not to subscribe to all the bs and noise. And thank you.
  
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Emilio on February 8, 2013 at 7:29 pm said:

Thanks for the visit and like Mike – your blog is well worth following.

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- Mike on February 8, 2013 at 7:47 pm said:
  
  Likewise and thank you Emilio.
  
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araneus1 on February 26, 2013 at 7:17 pm said:

thank you very much for the ‘like’, it’s very encouraging. Terry
P.S. I like your bio………. succinct. mine goes on for about five feet

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- Mike on February 26, 2013 at 7:23 pm said:
  
  I have become more succinct with age.
  
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  - araneus1 on February 26, 2013 at 7:25 pm said:
    
    exactly how old do you have to be to achieve succintness?
    
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  - Mike on February 26, 2013 at 7:34 pm said:
    
    Can’t say for sure but in my case I just choose not to say much about myself as I think, bottom line, no one really cares.
    
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icelandpenny on March 3, 2013 at 10:58 am said:

Hi Mike, thanks for liking my latest post. Now I’m introduced to your work, and I like it right away — starting with the photo of the line-up of doors at the top of your page. A lot, a lot of character.

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- Mike on March 3, 2013 at 12:29 pm said:
  
  Thanks Penny!
  
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Bams Triwoko on March 7, 2013 at 7:35 am said:

Hi Mike… nice to meet you.
Thank you for taking time to stop by my blog.
Wish you all the best… !

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britul on March 23, 2013 at 7:33 am said:

Hi Mike,

This is my 1st visit to your blog and I found it interesting. Keep it up the good work. I found your photographs very inspiring. 🙂

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- Mike on March 23, 2013 at 8:51 am said:
  
  Well thanks!
  
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twolittlefishies on March 23, 2013 at 7:54 pm said:

Hey, Mike! I can’t figure out how to email you through here, and of course I immediately forgot your email address after you told me 🙂 Will you shoot me an email so I have it? kayentan@comcast.net. Thanks, pajama’d friend! And thank you for all your help the other day! Kayni

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dbubble12 on March 24, 2013 at 10:25 am said:

Love the profile! Nice to ‘meet’ you Mike. Thank you for stopping by my blog. I’ve enjoyed your style and many photos, so far.

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- Mike on March 24, 2013 at 10:29 am said:
  
  Thanks so much.
  
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Minuscule Moments on April 7, 2013 at 1:13 pm said:

Mike your images are very unique, and I look forward in seeing what you put up from week to week.

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- Mike on April 7, 2013 at 1:38 pm said:
  
  Thanks. I can live with unique.
  
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  - Minuscule Moments on April 7, 2013 at 1:43 pm said:
    
    Truly, you really do have a wonderful gift
    
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  - Mike on April 7, 2013 at 2:55 pm said:
    
    So do you….not the least of which is generosity.
    
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GullringstorpGoatGal on April 21, 2013 at 3:14 am said:

Hej from Sweden/London !

Thanks Mike for stopping by my blog and liking my recent post. I can hardly wait to get home to my new little family!

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Marta Saad on April 30, 2013 at 3:21 am said:

I’ve nominated you and your blog for the Sunshine Award. You don’t have to accept but you can find the rules here: http://2dois2be.com/2013/04/30/sunshine-award/

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- Mike on April 30, 2013 at 8:35 am said:
  
  No thank you.
  
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artscottnet on May 4, 2013 at 5:50 pm said:

Hey Mike, I’m Scott. Enjoying your writing and photos. Pumpkin is beautiful! I look forward to seeing of your work. Take care.

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- Mike on May 4, 2013 at 5:52 pm said:
  
  I am just looking at your beautiful work too. You are quite the talent. Thanks Scott, I’ll let Pumpkin know you said that.
  
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Mona on May 14, 2013 at 10:35 pm said:

Hey Mike, because I love your work so much, I’ve nominated you for this award. Check it out: http://monahoward.com/2013/05/11/wonderful-team-member/

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- Mike on May 14, 2013 at 10:40 pm said:
  
  Mona, while I really do appreciate the intent and sentiment, I don’t do these awards for a variety of reasons. But thank you very much indeed.
  
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  - Mona on May 15, 2013 at 1:25 am said:
    
    Mike, I completely understand. I’ve received numerous “nominations” and have felt guilty about not following up. Your comment validates my thoughts and feelings. Thank you so much.
    
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re-act on May 20, 2013 at 5:41 am said:

You know, I could have sworn I’ve visited this blog before on but immediately after looking at some of the material I figured out that it’s new for me.
Still, I’m going to bookmark this blog and begin following it regularly.

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- Mike on May 20, 2013 at 8:54 am said:
  
  Welcome.
  
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nicb1rd on May 22, 2013 at 4:43 pm said:

Hi Mike! Thanks for stopping by and following my little blog. Your pictures are inspiring! I am sure I can learn a lot from your blog. 🙂

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- Mike on May 22, 2013 at 4:55 pm said:
  
  Well that is a sweet thing to say. I like your photos too. Freezing time, writing with light, interpreting life. Let’s grab it while we got it.
  
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Through My Eyes on May 23, 2013 at 6:50 am said:

I love your photos Michael. You have a great eye for composition and it inspires me 🙂

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- Mike on May 23, 2013 at 6:53 am said:
  
  Gracious be Norma. Thanks and welcome.
  
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trail-hike-life on May 31, 2013 at 9:08 am said:

Mike, Please check this out and thanks for being my blog friend!

http://trail-hike.com/2013/05/31/my-fellow-bloggers/

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meticulousmick on July 1, 2013 at 2:41 am said:

Mike, thanks for coming over and checking out what I now feel is my very humble blog and liking the post ‘Church Lines’, it really is appreciated. I have just spent the last few minutes taking a tour of your site and have to admit to being mightily impressed – hopefully one day mine might look a bit like this, but for now I think it is just trying to find its own path. I really like your black and white building pictures, they really stand out and the words you put to the pictures seem effortless, it is a pleasure to read. I guess that is a rather long thanks for coming over, but I like your blog! MM 🍀

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- Mike on July 1, 2013 at 8:25 am said:
  
  How nice of you to comment like this. Thank you very much indeed.
  
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PhotoBotos on July 1, 2013 at 8:30 am said:

Hi Mike, lots of great shots on your site. I wonder if you would be interested in having a photo featured on our blog? Take a look and let me know- thanks!

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- Mike on July 1, 2013 at 8:35 am said:
  
  Sure, thanks, so long as it is linked back to me.
  
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  - PhotoBotos on July 1, 2013 at 8:43 am said:
    
    Of course. We like to get an insight into both the photographer and a little story behind the photo (rather than me try and scrape bits off your blog) if you could fill out our form we’d be eternally grateful http://www.photobotos.com/submit-a-photo/
    Thanks again!
    
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  - Mike on July 1, 2013 at 10:38 am said:
    
    That is a hoop I’m not willing to jump through, but thanks just the same.
    
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meticulousmick on July 4, 2013 at 5:27 am said:

I have the great pleasure in nominating you for the “Very Inspiring Blogger Award” which I hope you might accept. Please see my home page or use the following link http://meticulousmick.wordpress.com/2013/07/04/another-award-ii/ to see further details. MM 🏆

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- Mike on July 4, 2013 at 8:59 am said:
  
  I do not do the awards thing, but thanks for thinking of me.
  
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  - meticulousmick on July 4, 2013 at 9:01 am said:
    
    No problem Mike. MM
    
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malinhphotography on July 11, 2013 at 9:38 am said:

Like your work!

All the best!

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- Mike on July 11, 2013 at 9:49 am said:
  
  Thanks, eh.
  
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readingwithrhythm on August 2, 2013 at 7:37 am said:

Mike, I have posted a couple of pictures for you on my blog – not quite as stunning as your photos, but they are just for you! http://readingwithrhythm.wordpress.com/2013/08/02/this-and-that-and-here-and-there/

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Steve Schwartzman on August 7, 2013 at 7:21 am said:

Hello, Mike. I’d like to make a suggestion about your subtitle, “A personal blog communicating issues around life….” The phrase “issues around” has indeed crept into the language, but I find it unnecessary, and I see it as part of a harmful trend in which people deprive a word of some of its meaning and then feel the need to prop up the weakened word with extra words. Life is life, and it inherently includes “issues around” it. To my mind, your subtitle would be more direct and therefore more forceful as:

“A personal blog about life, including horrific loss and overwhelming joy, and many things in between.”

(Notice that I also left out the word “communicating” because a blog by its nature is a type of communication.)

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- Mike on August 7, 2013 at 7:31 am said:
  
  Points well taken Steve. Now I will ignore them.
  
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Charly Makray-Rice on September 1, 2013 at 10:15 am said:

Great old part of the country to take photos in and around. Can’t find any mention of where you live but reminds me a lot of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains of Colorado. Time left them untouched, but I haven’t been there since I worked a Brahma bull ranch in 1973 just south of Westcliffe. I was a lot younger in the saddle back then but alway surprised that those old towns and line shacks were always undisturbed. I was raised in Chicago where nothing was sacred. Left that place a year later and been in Wisconsin ever since, safer, poorer, wiser?

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- Mike on September 1, 2013 at 10:23 am said:
  
  Hi Charly. I live in Northern Colorado, 50 miles north of Denver. I too was in Colorado in 1973, having moved here the year before. And quite by coincidence I was also a lot younger back then.
  Yes, there are some great old things to shoot here but not as many as there might be back east where the land was settled earlier before the white man moved west and and wrecked our native American population.
  Thanks for the follow and the contact. Always good to make contact with a fellow human.
  
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Bill Hayes on September 10, 2013 at 2:03 pm said:

Hupp! Just came across your little corner – through freshly pressed I think, and was very happy to have found it.

I too knew someone called Hay zooz, and I worked with him on various film projects (he drove a winnebago in Miami) One day he sent me a text. It read “I will be 30 minutes late” – Jesus.

Oh dear, I thought, I need a lie down.

Nice story.

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- Mike on September 10, 2013 at 3:12 pm said:
  
  Glad you found me Bill and I appreciate your read and comment. Thank you.
  
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enmanscamera on September 29, 2013 at 6:28 pm said:

I was just wandering by and stopped to look at your blog’s images. Let me say good work and I expect to be back for more views in the future.

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- Mike on September 29, 2013 at 6:35 pm said:
  
  Very nice. Thank you much.
  
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Prasad on October 1, 2013 at 11:48 am said:

Just happened to run into your blog. You have got a beautiful blog running here. Loved some of your write-ups. Its very subtle . Your vision and thoughts are indeed a revelation. I guess I will be hanging around here a lot. 🙂 Great work.

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- Mike on October 1, 2013 at 12:04 pm said:
  
  Thanks, and welcome.
  
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oureverydayadventures365 on October 10, 2013 at 3:41 pm said:

Thanks for stopping by our blog. Love your cover pic

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- Mike on October 10, 2013 at 3:51 pm said:
  
  Thanks.
  
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whichwaynow101 on October 11, 2013 at 3:41 pm said:

Succinct and funny – two very good traits for a blogger to have!

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- Mike on October 11, 2013 at 3:42 pm said:
  
  Thanks. Yes, people have a tendency to drone on.
  
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Lisa Chelkowski on October 24, 2013 at 7:45 pm said:

I think your photography is amazing and so I nominated you for the Liebster Award. You can check out the link http://lisachelkowski.wordpress.com/2013/10/24/liebster-award/

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- Mike on October 24, 2013 at 8:44 pm said:
  
  I really do appreciate the comment and thought. Thank you Lisa, but I have never participated in these awards.
  
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awax1217 on November 1, 2013 at 5:02 am said:

Love your pictures. Good eye. I am sixty seven, cynical, educated and age has not been kind. Thanks for the inspirations.

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- Mike on November 1, 2013 at 8:18 am said:
  
  Thanks Barry.
  
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Paula on November 3, 2013 at 7:42 am said:

Thank you for the honest introduction 🙂 The banner photo is amazing!

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- Mike on November 3, 2013 at 7:44 am said:
  
  Thanks Paula. All I have is honesty.
  
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Michael56j on November 7, 2013 at 12:31 pm said:

Hello, Mike. You have some stunning photos on your blog. I look forward to seeing more of them.

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- Mike on November 7, 2013 at 12:34 pm said:
  
  Gracious and kind. Thank you very much. I was just looking at your blog as well. Very nice. And I hate the new reader as well.
  
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Elina on November 21, 2013 at 10:03 am said:

Thank you Mike for visiting my blog and following, I appreciate it. You have great photos here, I will be following with interest. 🙂

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- Mike on November 21, 2013 at 10:23 am said:
  
  As I shall you. Thanks.
  
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Angeline M on November 24, 2013 at 11:59 pm said:

Thanks for following my second blog, Pata de Perro On the Move. It should launch in the next few days. Thanks again!

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Maryam Jamil on December 9, 2013 at 8:58 am said:

like ur photographs 🙂

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- Mike on December 9, 2013 at 8:59 am said:
  
  like u 😉
  
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Maggie on December 10, 2013 at 2:19 pm said:

Thank you for your like of my blog post today. It is actually my first non-beach photograph that I have put up! Your like is much appreciated.

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- Mike on December 10, 2013 at 2:37 pm said:
  
  As is your comment, Maggie.
  
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interopia on December 11, 2013 at 6:19 pm said:

Hi Mike, I enjoyed looking around your site today. I was inspired by one of your photos and was wondering if I could use it to create some artwork. Keep up the great work.

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- Mike on December 12, 2013 at 9:26 am said:
  
  Which photo? And thank you.
  
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- Mike on December 12, 2013 at 9:39 am said:
  
  When you are done with your art, please forward me the finished product to m5son@comcast.net
  Thanks.
  
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  - interopia on December 16, 2013 at 6:34 am said:
    
    I will soon.
    
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Brian Jacobson on December 20, 2013 at 10:09 am said:

Mike – Thanks for visiting and the “like” for my post about Patryn … http://siriussearchgroup.wordpress.com/2013/12/20/mr-perfect/ …

I’m enjoying a visit to your blog now.

You might like my Boomer Review blog too. I invite cross-posts and guest blog ideas.
http://boomerreview.wordpress.com/

Jake

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Some Damn Fine Picture Stories on January 6, 2014 at 12:32 pm said:

‘thirsting for meaning…’ I like that. Well put, Mike.

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- Mike on January 6, 2014 at 12:33 pm said:
  
  Well thanks. And I’m still looking and thirsting.
  
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Tatsat on January 12, 2014 at 3:38 am said:

Hello Mike,
I like the way you look at things- differently that is.
Would be coming around more often 🙂

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- Mike on January 12, 2014 at 8:43 am said:
  
  Welcome, and thank you.
  
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stvrsnbrgr on January 14, 2014 at 11:06 pm said:

Beautiful photography + honest, real writing. Keep going, Mike.

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- Mike on January 15, 2014 at 8:05 am said:
  
  What a generous comment. I feed off of comments like this, so thank you.
  
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fottomx on February 2, 2014 at 9:21 pm said:

Nominee…http://fottomx.wordpress.com/2014/02/02/versatile-blogger-award/

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- Mike on February 2, 2014 at 9:22 pm said:
  
  I don’t do that, but thanks.
  
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Russell Chapman on February 4, 2014 at 4:01 am said:

Hi Mike. I would like to ask you something in private but there is no obvious way to do so here. Can you please contact me at my email: russellchapman99@gmail.com

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- Mike on February 4, 2014 at 8:39 am said:
  
  Done.
  
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emeraldwake on March 2, 2014 at 5:10 am said:

it was an honour to be here ,Regards , EM

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- Mike on March 2, 2014 at 8:41 am said:
  
  And a pleasure to have you. Thanks.
  
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Harriet on March 21, 2014 at 11:08 am said:

Hi Mike,
I am a British photography student am currently studying your work as part of my project, the title “Earth, Air, Fire and Water”, I have chosen to look at erosion. I was just going to ask a few questions regarding you and your work.
What is it about decay that interests you (reference, Dead box, last elegance, lost, pastel building, shipwreck and winters door)?
What or who inspires your work?
What do you want to achieve from the photos that you take?
What equipment/ software have you used to take and edit the photographs?

Many Thanks

Harriet

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- Mike on March 21, 2014 at 2:44 pm said:
  
  Harriet, hello. email me at m5son@comcast.net
  
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fiona155 on March 21, 2014 at 4:46 pm said:

Thanks for stopping by. I enjoy the variety of topics you write about. I will definitely stop by again!

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- Mike on March 21, 2014 at 5:12 pm said:
  
  Cool.
  
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carolinehills on March 24, 2014 at 3:09 pm said:

Hi Mike,

I wanted to let you know that I think you have a fab blog and I have nominated you for the Versatile Blogger Award.

Should you wish to accept this award, please come check out my post at:
http://101challenges1001days.wordpress.com/2014/03/23/what-a-way-to-celebrate-my-100th-post-versatile-blogger-award/
– copy the versatile blogger icon from this post so you can insert this into your acceptance post.
– choose 7 random facts about yourself you wish to share.
– select 10 favourite blogs you wish to nominate for the award.
– tell your bloggers you have nominated them for the award and add a link

Please link back to my blog in your post, so I can check out your acceptance speech. 🙂

Caroline
x

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- Mike on March 24, 2014 at 3:11 pm said:
  
  Yeah, I don’t participate in these silly self serving awards. But thanks.
  
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  - carolinehills on March 24, 2014 at 3:16 pm said:
    
    Of course you don’t have to accept, but know you’re blog is enjoyed by others!
    
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  - Mike on March 24, 2014 at 3:20 pm said:
    
    And that does make me happy. And it is all I need. Thanks.
    
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elizabeththomasphotographyofcapecod on March 24, 2014 at 6:24 pm said:

This is a great “ABOUT” page. Short and to the point.

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- Mike on March 24, 2014 at 6:27 pm said:
  
  That’s what I was thinking. Or hoping. Thanks Elizabeth.
  
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dorannrule on March 29, 2014 at 5:25 pm said:

Hi Mike! Thanks for liking my photograph for the “Streets” prompt. I’m glad I discovered your blog now. I love your photography so I’m following you. Maybe I’ll learn something.

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- Mike on March 29, 2014 at 6:28 pm said:
  
  Thanks Dor. And thanks for the follow too.
  
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Kenneth McLennan on April 5, 2014 at 7:16 pm said:

A pleasure to have discovered this site! Although it was you who read my post that led me here. I really enjoyed looking through your photographs Mike, I too have a fascination for older structures, history and “cultural landscapes” aka old roads. I’m looking forward to following you.

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- Mike on April 5, 2014 at 9:34 pm said:
  
  Thanks Kenneth and I too will follow you.
  
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  - davidhammer21@yahoo.com on April 7, 2014 at 2:54 pm said:
    
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Victoria on April 17, 2014 at 8:50 am said:

Your photography is absolutely breathtaking!

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- Mike on April 17, 2014 at 8:52 am said:
  
  Well how sweet are you! Thanks.
  
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  - Victoria on April 17, 2014 at 8:53 am said:
    
    You’re welcome! Your blog captured me and reeled me in! -:)
    
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  - Mike on April 17, 2014 at 8:55 am said:
    
    And a fine and welcome capture it is. Tea?
    
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  - Victoria on April 17, 2014 at 9:08 am said:
    
    Please -:)
    
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Peggy A Thompson on April 17, 2014 at 1:01 pm said:

Thanks for visiting my Northwestphotos blog! Love your black and white photography photos and your poetry. Keep on trucking!

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- Mike on April 17, 2014 at 1:47 pm said:
  
  Thanks!
  
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elizabeththomasphotographyofcapecod on April 21, 2014 at 8:45 am said:

I love the brutal honesty here! 😄

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- Mike on April 21, 2014 at 8:49 am said:
  
  I have no choice….it’s simply who I am. Thank you.
  
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bytetime on May 10, 2014 at 4:27 pm said:

Thanks for dropping by and liking my post on geokult-travel.com. Your blog looks great so am following.

Cheers
Tracey

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- Mike on May 10, 2014 at 4:28 pm said:
  
  Welcome.
  
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rita kowats on June 5, 2014 at 10:39 am said:

I so enjoy looking at the world through your eyes, Mike. Thank you.

Rita at Spirituality without Borders

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- Mike on June 5, 2014 at 12:51 pm said:
  
  Thanks, rita.
  
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shellyfaber on June 10, 2014 at 12:53 pm said:

Hey Mike, thank you for reading my Haiku. I’m so glad you like it. Your words are very inspirational for someone like me, who is, ever – so – slowly, breaking out of her shell, to mingle in the writing world. But, tempus fugit, me thinks I’d best get the lead out! Thanks again.

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- Mike on June 10, 2014 at 2:53 pm said:
  
  Haiku is such a great and simple process for expression. It’s when some of us try to tackle too large a writing project we get bogged down.
  
  to talk with shelly
  who seems open and honest
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  - shellyfaber on June 11, 2014 at 1:09 pm said:
    
    Many thanks again, Mike. So happy to have connected with you.
    
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Good Food Everyday on June 21, 2014 at 5:03 pm said:

Great pictures and i enjoyed browsing round your blog !

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- Mike on June 21, 2014 at 6:03 pm said:
  
  Good. Thanks very much.
  
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Ray Laskowitz on July 15, 2014 at 1:38 pm said:

Thank you for following Storyteller. — Ray

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- Mike on July 15, 2014 at 2:08 pm said:
  
  sure
  
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stevewiegenstein on July 29, 2014 at 12:47 pm said:

Thank you for stopping by my blog. Some great photos here!

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- Mike on July 29, 2014 at 3:02 pm said:
  
  Nice.
  
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keyur panchal on August 7, 2014 at 10:49 am said:

Hey Mike!!! I enjoy your blog a lot and it inspires me to blog more so I’ve nominated you for the Very Inspiring Blogger Award. See here: http://keeppicturing.wordpress.com/2014/08/07/very-inspiring-blogger/
Congrats and keep bloggin…:)
-Keep Picturing..:)

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- Mike on August 7, 2014 at 1:16 pm said:
  
  Thanks, but I have never participated in these silly self serving awards.
  
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SalvaVenia on August 22, 2014 at 10:31 am said:

Trusting face, nevertheless … 🙂

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- Mike on August 22, 2014 at 10:34 am said:
  
  Absolutely. Thanks.
  
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Middlemay Farm on September 15, 2014 at 2:03 pm said:

Unfollowed you by mistake, but I’m back to see your pretty pictures!

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- Mike on September 15, 2014 at 2:21 pm said:
  
  Nice, and thank you.
  
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edmooneyphotography on September 16, 2014 at 2:58 am said:

Hi There Mike,
Thanks fro stopping by my little corner of the blogosphere, and for the follow. You support is greatly appreciated,
Have a great day 🙂
Eddie

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- Mike on September 16, 2014 at 8:12 am said:
  
  My pleasure.
  
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Linda Arthur Tejera on September 28, 2014 at 12:13 pm said:

Hi Mike! Thanks for visiting and following my blog. I’ve been reading yours and I’m enjoying it immensely! I look forward to more! All the best, Linda.

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- Mike on September 28, 2014 at 12:19 pm said:
  
  Thanks Linda. Cheers.
  
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Shmuel Browns on October 2, 2014 at 5:03 pm said:

Hi Mike.
You liked my photo View from Herodium within seconds of me posting it and then decided to follow my blog. I think you’ll find it different, Israel is different than America and though there are lots of photographs it’s not a photo blog but more of a travel blog with archaeology and other stuff thrown in. I really like your header photo. You have captured some very nice scenes in your photos. We’re contemporaries and I have a 7 year old Golden called Sumsum.

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- Mike on October 2, 2014 at 5:06 pm said:
  
  Nice. And I could walk off a plane and be a citizen of Israel, by birth, Or so I’m told. Ill look forward to your posts, Shmuel, and a kiss for Sumsum.
  
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matt on October 6, 2014 at 10:17 am said:

Thanks for the like. You’ve some nice photos here, too.

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- Mike on October 6, 2014 at 10:18 am said:
  
  danke
  
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mmwelch on October 7, 2014 at 1:35 pm said:

Thanks for stopping by my blog. I love these eye-catching, deceptively simple photographs. Good luck with your work!

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- Mike on October 7, 2014 at 2:11 pm said:
  
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equinoxio21 on October 16, 2014 at 5:08 pm said:

“Thirsting for meaning” still? 🙂
Camus said that you will never be happy if you search for meaning.
Another way to put it is that freedom is an illusion the search for freedom isn’t. 🙂
(Can’t remember who said that) 😦
Like your blog. Will come back. 🙂
Take care
Brian

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- Mike on October 16, 2014 at 5:12 pm said:
  
  Well Brian, I appreciate the question as well as the comment. I consider myself an existentialist, so yes, in that sense my search for meaning is fruitless.
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  - equinoxio21 on October 20, 2014 at 4:17 pm said:
    
    You’re more than welcome. Thanks for the follow. I’ll get back you blog as often as I can. Have a great week Mike!
    (On the road less travelled by)
    
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  - Mike on October 20, 2014 at 4:21 pm said:
    
    As well you, Brian.
    
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kappers4 on November 3, 2014 at 10:18 am said:

Thanks for the LIKE on my post “Sentinels”. Your photography is fantastic! I especially love your barn pictures. Keep up the great work. Following…

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- Mike on November 3, 2014 at 10:19 am said:
  
  Thank you very much.
  
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bigbird34 on November 7, 2014 at 7:34 pm said:

Thanks for the like! Your photos are great, I got a soft spot for old barns.

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- Mike on November 7, 2014 at 9:28 pm said:
  
  Thanks.
  
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Shelley on November 17, 2014 at 9:01 pm said:

I’m not sure you needed to include the written part. Your pic says it all. Thanks for the follow

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- Mike on November 17, 2014 at 9:06 pm said:
  
  I like that Shelley, and I know exactly what you are saying. Astute, you are.
  
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Jim Brennan on November 29, 2014 at 6:25 am said:

Add ‘honest’ to your qualities, and ‘witty.’

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- Mike on November 29, 2014 at 8:21 am said:
  
  Thanks Jim. Most people read that and run for shelter.
  
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Kate Loveton on November 30, 2014 at 9:37 am said:

I’m a sucker for dogs – the photos of Pumpkin tell me I should follow your blog.

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- Mike on November 30, 2014 at 9:40 am said:
  
  Pumpkin says out loud you should follow my blog. Thanks.
  
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  - Kate Loveton on December 1, 2014 at 10:45 am said:
    
    Astute pup, that Pumpkin… 😀
    
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iAMsafari.com on December 3, 2014 at 1:48 am said:

Hi Mike,

Thanks for stooping by at iAMsafari – Love your plants, trees and flowers and the aptly written words that go with them. Look forward seeing more!

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- Mike on December 3, 2014 at 8:35 am said:
  
  Thank you.
  
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