Blogs and Photographs - Putting Your Best Image Forward It is common knowledge that posts which contain quality photographs have a better chance of attracting and retaining readers than those which do not. Images break up lengthy posts and provide the reader with visual support and understanding. Let's face it, most of us are a …
4-Days in Positano
Travel isn't an option for us right now, but it is never far from my mind and one can continue to dream. Several years ago, while on a cruise, we spent a short day in Positano, Italy. Unless you really enjoy torturing yourself, don't do that. Below, our daughter, Morgan shares her four day adventure …
Creating A New Look
You may have noticed a new look to Picture Retirement recently. While it may seem a subtle departure from the old theme, it does serve a purpose. For months, I have been noticing that links on other blogs did not appear as they do on my blog. For example, if I linked to information and …
Lessons From the Sky
I have long been enamored with the sky; its mystery and majesty. From pondering what secrets the universe holds to simply enjoying the gleeful and sometimes moody dance of clouds, I'm a sky watcher. My hobbies of sky gazing and photography fit nicely into Teri Webster's Sunday Stills challenge; 'Sky'. And, consequently, I have had …
Point of View
Perspective and Life Perspective refers to a general attitude or point of view. Most of the opinions we form have been shaped by a belief system, early childhood development, life experiences, and socio-economic position. Along with our DNA, it is what makes us truly unique. Many people live a lifetime without ever validating a perspective …