Memo.

As another season come 2 an end, 

we find time for the casual.

So lets pack up the ride....check...

Power up the Canon....check...

Sanity....unchecked. lol;)

I don't know if 

I'm coming or going @ times

so a lil' recreation becomes so important.

Make the very most of time. 

..that simple.

Just call it the MEMO.

So off we go heading through the streets of Portland

pokin' around town 
then Old orchard 

2 witness the hype.

Let's just call it easy livin' 

with ample space 2 roam freely 

without hassle.

I like it that way. 

Yep!...i do.

Peace!....with 2 fingers;)

Sup.

Peace!...with 2 fingers;)

MsSandy.*

Peace!...with 2 fingers;)

Stories.

A beautiful story. 

Lessons learned & wiser by the minute.

We all have the personal blueprint. 

That's right.

Celebrating the human spirit is the overall theme.

The triumphs, fears & everything in between 

is what makes us truly whole.

Putting forth the effort 2 understand & having

sincere empathy could go a mighty long way.

Hmp! I guess it's not always about me...

& that's fine. 

There's nothing more genuine than building 

constructive bridges & 

connecting with others.

C'mon!!!!...It's all about the story man! 

Yep!

Peace!...with 2 fingers;)

Globally.

The Peace with 2 Collection.

Another Photographer's Rant.

Off again on another quick photo run through the vintage streets of Portland, Maine. 

This one was sorta impulsive, but when the urge 

hits....it hits....Ya know!

First stop of appeal was a small local barbershop joint that appeared 2 be untouched over the years. 

Not sure how long it's been around but sure it's pretty old which makes for 

some cool photography. 

I really appreciate the old school swirly cone thingy for it brought back the days of old when it was the common. 

Seems kinda simple but that's what makes photography so super amazing!;)

Moving on, I've passed Portland Sea Dog's Hadlock Field mighty often

but never stopped for a closer 

perspective until now. 

(I know, I know, it's not a Wrigley Field back home...but it works.)

Everyone deserves some sorta team 2 cheer for 

no matter how small the town...even Portland.

Hmmph!..Ok then, I guess that about sums up another segment of "Another Photographer's Rant"& the infamous photo run where you just never know the outcome...until it happens.

That sounds like my life. 

"Just go wit it man, just go wit it."

Peace!...with 2 fingers;) 

There U Are.

Peace!...with 2 fingers;)

Burn.

"Hey D! I would just looooove 2 have you accompany me for the annual work 

Halloween gathering! 

It'll be fun."

"Ummm...do I have 2 dress up in some 

kinda costume gettyup?"

"Yep...you do."

"well Dayum!!!"

Come 2 think about it, being highly unusual makes getting into character effortless. 

Hmm...what should I call myself?...I got it...

ME - with the wig.

(unfortunately there was a no return policy so I was out of 20 bucks...lol)

All in fun.

Peace!...with 2 fingers;)

Swampscott 1629.

Off on another trip 2 for Boston, Mass for 

some sights, sounds & another tattoo..

Ok...let's start off with some eats @ a sit in.

After a hour scoutin' out the spot, finding a 

place 2 park seemed somewhat challenging.

Hmmm...i noticed more Dunkin Doughnuts 
spots out here than anything else.

We all can appreciate a cappuccino 
every now & then but dayum really? 

One thing I miss about Chicago is the 

amazing variation of dishes. 

Gyro w/ X-tra meat from the local corner spot..
downtown Giadano's deep dish..

or even the Yuen's Chinese Kitchen joint in Rogers Park.
Ughhhh!;/

Found this spot called Swampscott, Mass 

while gazing through the hills.

There's a plenty of amazing history here for sure...

the New World 

 Revolutionary War, 

Boston Tea party, etc.

It's History class on steroids man!

(...no matter how inaccurate it may be;/

Anyways, gotta come back with the trusty Canon 

for that infamous Freedom Trail which takes 

you through the entire experience. 

Hmm...that's an idea.

Great times.

Peace!...with 2 fingers;) 

Come take a look!;)

Mike&Eddie.*

Peace!...with 2 fingers;)

Don't Forget.

http://risarodil.com

Inspiration.

"Take the time 2 show sincere empathy & understanding of others for 
it's not always about you!"

Those are the wise words from 

Mama Weddington 

who is responsible for this 

one wreck of a man.

As a center piece in her community, 

she's a dedicated server of Christ, 

single mother of 5 

& GED @ 36.

Inspiration. from The Weddington Adventures. on Vimeo.

Let me add her Associates @ 38. 

Bachelors @ 40....
Masters @42.

Did I say 5 children living the 

burrows of Altgeld?

What a wonderful achievement 

& it's never 2 late.

(Just saying...)

Now how's that for inspiration!

Peace!...with 2 fingers;)

Colorful Row.

Peace!...with 2 fingers;)

Mono.

The Peace with 2 Collection

Family Tymes.

Finally, finally had the chance 2 

meet up with younger brother Ken 

& family for some convo, beer & cheers.

It's been several years since last getting together 

so this was pretty special 2 say the least.

This place has brought countless 

memories of backyard barbecues & simply enjoying each other's company in our own strange sometimes unusual way.

...wouldn't spend my 45th 
birthday any other way...

that's right...45;)

Anywho, lil' Ken appeared mighty 

excited about his upcoming journey away 

2 college. 

(enjoy the microwave, you'll definitely put it 2 use.)

As for niece Kayla, I was 

totally impressed with her

amazing knack for 

musicianship. 

(Just keep at it....)

I even had the privilege 2 see 

older niece Roshunda who just 

so happened 2 stop by. 

Now how often does that happen? 

Hardly ever...

Ken & Danielle, 

thanks again for everything. 

You guys are amazing!;)

Well I guess it's time 2 pull 

out the trusty Canon cause 

there's no way I'm gonna 

miss this.

It's all about family.

My family.

That's right!

Peace!...with 2 fingers;)

Volume #3.

The Peace with 2 Collection.

Cuzinz 4 Lyfe.

Peace!....with 2 fingers;)

Always Better Than One.

Peace!...with 2 fingers;)

Roots.

Finally made it back 2 the good ole' Chi 

after only a 2 hour flight & a nifty rental.

Whew!.....so what's first.

Mama as always worry about the smallest of 

things but love her anyways. 

Some things will never change;/

Over the years I've looked at her as my personal example 

of strength & resilience, enduring numerous bouts & 

coming out stronger on the other side.

One thing I've noticed, brotha Reggie 

has 2 always come for the ride 

no matter & that's cool.

lol...that's just what family do.

Been nearly 4 years so there's some 

catching up 2 do...

just not until 4 in the morning.....Reggie....please;)

These here are ROOTS from which I come 

& wouldn't had it any other way...

Let's pray on it!...

Like MAMA always do on Sunday mornings..

SHOUT!!!
(lol)

Peace!...with 2 fingers;)