Since this is Father's Day, I thought it would be a good time to upload photos that Kyle and I took before he went into the Navy. These were taken last summer in our backyard. I took some of Kyle and he took the last few of me and Layla, our Shitzu. H-mmm, Layla and I have same hair color :).
The other slide show is of my daughters Colleen and Breda. Colleen is trimming Breda's hair. Colleen just finished her cosmetology school at "B" Street Design in Kansas. I had a good time photographing them and Breda looked great after her new trim. It was just fun being in Grandmother's backyard with the family and watching two sisters care about one another.
I hope all Fathers had a great weekend with their sons and daugthers and those who could not be together I know you all had thoughts of reuniting again some day. Happy Father's Day.
Slide Show with Colleen and Breda-photographs taken with iPhone
Most of my photographs always seem priceless to me and these have become even more special. I've mulled over and over in my mind what I wanted to write in this tribute to one of the most talented men I have known in my life and one of my best friends. Hank Lippert's art is wonderful. I enjoy the elegant way he painted. Lighting is the key in any art and he understood how to make his work come alive with light, shadows and contrast. I love his paintings of his beloved hunting dogs and outdoor landscapes.He was a born artist. His art work from childhood hangs in his Mom's house. I always enjoyed his discussions about painting techniques. We shared many hours talking about photography, painting and drawing. Hank's discussion on perspective always fascinated me and gave me insight into my own photography and painting. Hank was a good instructor in just about anything he did.
"Remember Me" poem seems to be one that has appeared on other web sites that has brought comfort to others that have lost loved ones. I "Googled" the poet's name and was hoping to find out more information but found nothing. One of Hank's very close friends, Larry Lancaster, spoke warmly and eloquently during his eulogy to Hank on Saturday, May 9th. Larry had some funny stories to pass on and he lifted our spirits to remember all the great laughs with had with Hank. He mentioned the poem printed in the Hank's memorial pamphlet and said it was very befitting and appropriate for all of us remember. I agree that its simplicity touches the heart.
Gary Blaylock, Jr . is one of the most sincere and honest men I know and he poured his heart out during his eulogy on Saturday. Gary's words echoed what many felt. We appreciated Larry and Gary's sharing their times with Hank over the years and passing on humorous remarks and stories. Concluding his eulogy, Gary delivered a special message from Hank and it brought a loud ripple of laughter to those attending. It was a typical "Hank classic" joking remark that only Hank could have told Gary to leave with us. It lifted our spirits and reminded us of just how funny Hank was over the years.
I know Hank would have been his modest self and told us to not make such a big deal about him but deep inside he would loved each one of us for loving him. He graced us with his humor and sang great blues and country music. I always told him he was "karaoke king of the Bootheel". He got standing ovations for his singing and stage appearance.
It is this simple. . . Hank was a great friend to many and a class act that will always remain in the hearts of his family and friends. My life is very different without him and very different because of him. I am grateful for the times we had together. Hank is what a friend is all about. God bless you, Hank. Thanks.
I could go on and on about the great times we had together but I just want to keep this a simple tribute and let my photographs speak for themselves. I hope you enjoy looking back on warm memories and keep Hank's family in your prayers. – David
Six months ago, Brenda Hurtman, a very active Malden Alumni Association member began a quilting project to help Malden students with college tuition expenses. Green Wave school colors green and gold highlight the quilted symbols and photographs of Malden High School buildings. The buildings area a distant memory to Maldenites that once walked the halls.
The quilt drawing will be held on Saturday evening at the Malden Community Center at 8:00 p.m. on September 5th. Donations of $1.00 per ticket or 6 tickets for $5.00 can be purchased from Ms. Hurtman. Contact her at 573-276-4704. This year's homecoming theme will be "Back In Time With 59".
In order for visitors to appreciate the fine stitching and wonderful work by Ms. Hurtman go to this link to and enlarge the image with Zoomify. There is an audio file of an interview that I held with Ms. Hurtman at her home.
As a side note on how the image was created: I took close up photographs of seven sections of the quilt and then had each separate photograph rebuilt into one high resolution photograph using Adobe Photoshop CS4. Each quilt image was rebuilt into one 30x30 inch image. I then extracted the image onto a color background. This is just another example of how powerful Photoshop can be when a photographer wants to display his image in high resolution and close detail. The Zoomify engineers developed a great program that allows you to zoom in and look at the fine stitch work by Ms. Hurtman. If there is one program that has changed photography forever it is Adobe Photoshop.
Malden Elections were held Tuesday, April 7, 2009. Maldenite captured these images of electioneers and voters Tuesday morning and afternoon at each of the voting locatios which were City Hall, Community Center and First General Baptist Church. Complete election results will be posted later this week. For now, hope you enjoy the faces of Malden's election, April 7, 2009. photographs
Election Results: Mayor: Ray Santie-416 | Larry Crain-271 | David Black-267 |
left, Jack Moore, Henry Rogers and Bob McDonald.
Malden Lions Club held it's annual pancake fund raising breakfast at the Malden Methodist Church on Saturday morning, March 28th. Hundreds joined with family and friends sharing warm fellowship between 7:00 and 11:00 a.m. Big smiles and handshakes between friends was on the "menu of helping others in the community". The annual event raises funds for local children and adults who need assistance with eye care. Some of the proceeds is used to help with high school scholarships, sponsors of Malden Boy Scout Troop 76 and Malden Beta Club.
Eye research and hearing is supported by Malden Lions on a local level and international level. Malden Lions Club was founded in 1925. In 1917, Chicago businessman Melvin Jones founded Lions International. Almost 100 years later, Lions Clubs International is the world's largest service club organization, with 1.3 million members and countless stories of Lions acting on the same simple idea: let's improve our communities.
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