F6.3, 400mm plus 2X extender, ISO 1000, shutter speed 1/2500. This was taken with my 100-400mm lens.

It's a pleasure to use: camera and lens are quite light to hold and comfortable.

Data: F16, 12 mm (wide angle), ISO 1000 and shutter speed 1/1000 of a second.



I wanted to post this photo since the volleyball nets are still up. I've posted other shots without the nets, and folks always ask what they are. So now you can see.

This is an example of what a wide-angle view from this lens looks like:



And this is an iPhone photo showing the new lens on the camera:




I hope to get an entry in next month's contest using this lens!

Yesterday, while he was home, his heart started beating very rapidly with a simultaneous drop in his blood pressure.
He realized he had to take care of this so he drove to the nearest hospital where he was seen in the ER.
The MD's there thought it would be best for him to be treated at a more advanced hospital, so he was transferred to one in Ft. Worth.
He was admitted there last night where he was examined.
His EKG was "perfect" according to an MD, but the blood work was concerning.
It was thought that he might have had a heart attack, but they weren't sure.

This morning, the Floor Doctor says all looks OK, but he has to get signed off by the cardiologist. Andy fully expects to be discharged home this afternoon.

He told me to go ahead and let all of you know what's going on.
I am more than relieved!


***Major Edit*** See my post #30 for the details

. . . at the local farmer's market!

https://du4.democraticunderground.com/100218291594

Thanks to all of you for your help and participation!

It was a great contest with many wonderful photos showing our idea of Summer.
Now, you members of DU, have voted for the ones that you felt show that idea the best.

In First Place, LakeArenal takes it away with her stunning Summer fireworks!




In Second Place, Diamond_Dog shared her fabulous photo Cooling Off, Doggy Style




Third Place goes to 2naSalit with her beautiful photo Summer Bliss




Thanks to the winners and to all who participated, voted and kicked!

https://www.democraticunderground.com/100218283676

Good job to all contributors!