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Some Thoughts About Resolutions


A couple of days ago I posted about my resolutions for 2010. And I mentioned that I never used to make any, because I was afraid I wouldn't keep them.

There are a lot of things in my life that are like that. Things I don't do, or don't try, because I'm afraid things won't work out as I'd like them to. And really, that's just a waste of time.

If I don't try, then for sure I won't succeed. If I do try, and I fail, so what? I'm in the same place. If I succeed, then I'm ahead. I only lose out if I don't try in the first place.

The first day of the new year is a good excuse to stretch ourselves, and try. Try things we otherwise might not.

Because really, what have you got to lose?
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11 comments:

  1. Ron a.k.a. DanudinJanuary 8, 2010 at 12:31 PM

    I do like the RESOLUTION, that you achieved on this model boat. I am not generally drawn to B&W but this has strength and action, composiyion is the strength I feel.

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  2. AnonymousJanuary 8, 2010 at 12:32 PM

    Awesome Lighting.
    When I first looked at it, I though this was a picture of a real boat made to look like a miniature through PP.
    Nice Shot.

    -Z

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  3. AnonymousJanuary 8, 2010 at 4:02 PM

    The stark contrast in the black and white, and the composition itself is amazing, it goes very well w/ your resolution theory, and you are absolutely right....nothing ventured, nothing gained! :)

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  4. BobbieCoughlinJanuary 8, 2010 at 6:51 PM

    I called mine last year "A Photo a Day (in theory)" because I wasn't sure I could pull it off. I did, but it was nice to give myself the out!
    This is a very striking photo, crisp and elegant, with the almost crunchy texture of the sail against the sleek black water.

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  5. AnonymousJanuary 8, 2010 at 7:23 PM

    I love the light and the reflections. When you come down to it there aren't many things one has to lose.

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  6. UnknownJanuary 8, 2010 at 10:13 PM

    Actually, this photo is in color, just the intense backlighting makes it hard to see.

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  7. AnonymousJanuary 9, 2010 at 5:37 AM

    Very nice shot, Jessica. I'm with your on the resolutions. Even if you fail, I bet you've come away with something from the attempt.

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  8. SherrieJanuary 9, 2010 at 12:09 PM

    Hi!
    Great shot! Love the different shapes.

    Sherrie

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  9. AnonymousFebruary 10, 2010 at 5:32 AM

    Great choice for Jan.

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  10. ~ValFebruary 11, 2010 at 9:03 PM

    Stopping by because of Mr. Linky. This is a wonderful image - great pick! I love the metaphor of the boat and your accompanying statement - boldly sailing off to someplace unknown...will you get there? Does it matter, or is it about the journey?

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  11. AnonymousFebruary 15, 2010 at 12:15 PM

    The lighting on this image is is great. It makes for a great capture.

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