Wind Turbines and Trains

Today we went for a drive.  After church and lunch with friends we took off for the mountain community of Tehachapi.  Our first stop was the famous Tehachapi Loop.  We got there in time to see a train make the journey around the loop.  Next, we headed for the wind turbines east of Tehachapi.  Finally, we made our last stop at Tunnel 2 near Caliente to see one more train.  It was a fun day for all and we look forward to more weekend road trips.

Sunrise

My favorite time of day is early morning, just before the sun comes up.  It is so peaceful and everything seems right in the world.  I had to leave early for work this morning and I got to start my day off right by watching the sunrise.

Sunflowers

A sunflower field near Zamora, CA. 

Photo Of The Day - Amtrak 2010 West

Today's photo was taken January 25, 2010 in Wasco, Ca.  This westbound Amtrak California train was slowing as it approached the station in Wasco but you wouldn't be able to tell with the motion blur.  With a combination of panning, zooming the lens in, and a slow shutter speed I was able to keep the locomotive in focus and everything else blurry giving the impression of great speed. 

Lightning

I enjoy photographing many different subjects.  I don't care what it is.  If I find it interesting I'm going to take a picture of it.  Below are some pics of one of my favorite subjects to photograph:  Lightning! 

Jason & Erin's Wedding

Yesterday I posted Jason & Erin's engagement photos.  Today I've posted some of my favorites from their wedding.  It was a HOT summer day but it was a lot of fun.