Gettin’ Better

All the time. Well I know that blood pressure control starts with diet and exercise. I’ve been exercising, to the tune of 2400+ miles ridden on my bike in the past 12 months! … Read more

Mike’s 365

I’m almost 6 weeks into a  what is planned to be a year long photography project and it seems like a good time to share. As a photographic, creative and self-discipline challenge I’m … Read more

Photos from Early 2013

Here are some of my favorite photos from early 2013. Unless otherwise noted, I took all of the images with a Canon 5D Mk II and a Canon 24-105 lens. Larger versions of … Read more

Potato Pancake Cups

I was inspired to create the following recipe after reading this wonderful recipe for Oven Baked Potato Pancakes. Naturally, I like my version better, and it’s even more special because I bake mine … Read more

Favorite Photos from 2012

Here’s part one of my baker’s dozen favorite photos from 2012. I’ve provided a caption below each photo as well as links to additional photos and commentary. Now available: The Rest of My … Read more

Fall Colors (Behind the Scenes)

Here’s a set of photos taken during a recent trip to northeast Kansas. The photos are from the Prairie Spirit Trail near Ottawa and Clinton Lake, right outside of Lawrence. They’ve all been … Read more