Benny the Dog – In Memoriam October 30, 2015
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My very special dog, Benny, passed away sometime during the night. I adopted him in June of 2005 and we guessed he was about 2 years old at the time. He gave me 10.5 years of unconditional love, laughs, and fun. He was my photographic muse and creating this montage was not hard considering how many pictures I took of him over the years. He loved putting on hats and posing (as long as there were treats involved). My cat Roberta, seems to be heart broken as well. The other two cats, Madison and Audrey don’t care one bit. The house is much quieter now. When I feel a bit stronger and can stop crying I will put away all of his ‘stuff.’
When I returned home from bringing Benny to the Vet to be cremated, the entire apartment building staff was waiting for me in the lobby to give me hugs and support. He was a building favorite and loved getting treats and hugs from the doormen after our walks.
I spoiled him with toys, treats and trips to our favorite stores. Our daily walks allowed me to meet my neighbors and he had a host of friends in the ‘hood, both two and four legged.
He was a joy and changed my life for the better. The pain in my heart will lessen with time. Thanks for sharing your love of Benny over the years. He was the ultimate ‘good boy.’ 
The 2015 US Open September 6, 2015
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I interrupt the usual Sunday Zoo photos to bring you photos from the 2015 US Open where I enjoyed a few days of tennis life and work. The action is great, the sun is hot, and it is a fun change of pace. And yes, that’s my dog, Benny, above – enjoying his US 2015 US Open tennis ball at home.
For all of those camera enthusiasts out there, I’ll be running a Fall Photo Workshop at the Central Park Zoo on October 25 from 8:30 to 10:30. I will arrange some special pumpkin and other activities so you can get great animal shots. Here is a link to last year’s photos from the same event. 
Dog Days of Summer (with cats) August 16, 2015
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6/26/15
I take a lot of photos of zoo animals but take even more shots of my own brood at home. Enjoy a summer zoo photo break with Benny the dog, Madison the elder cat, and sisters Audrey and Roberta who are almost two.
Happy 10th Benny-versary! June 18, 2015
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12/5/14
Today is 10 years since I adopted my dog, Benny.
Those of you that have met him know that he is special. Other than that I am not sure how old he is or what he is – we think he is a combination chihuahua/pug/terrier/bat/truffle pig and a few other things thrown into his DNA. He barks when the phone rings thinking it is someone at the door. He has too many toys (my fault) and gets too many treats (mea culpa as well). He knows everyone on the block and his presence has allowed me to meet tons of other people in the ‘hood’. He loves to go shopping at Petco, Staples, Barnes & Noble and Bed Bath & Beyond with me and has met many new friends in those stores too.
There is something about the little guy that makes people smile – and that’s a good thing. Nary a day goes by that someone does not stop me and ask ‘What kind of dog is that’? My usual response is ‘He is something special’. Good boy! 
Spring Exuberance April 5, 2015
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It feels really good to start to feel the warmth of the spring sun on one’s face. The icy cold of winter is fading and we are all feeling the exuberance of spring. Oh – and yes, that is Benny the Dog in all of his Easter splendor.
Beasties, Gremlins and Benny January 27, 2015
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After a less than impressive snowstorm our walk still provided some good photo ops.
The Making of my Annual Holiday Card December 25, 2014
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I love the holidays (actually any holiday that warrants the wearing of a hat for Benny and the cats). This year’s making of my annual holiday card was lots of fun (for all involved). Along with the final product, I thought you might enjoy seeing some of the photos that did not make the cut for this year’s card. A special shout out to Benny the dog, Madison the elder cat and the ever delightful one year olds, Audrey and Roberta. And a very happy holiday season to all of you. Salud!
The Eyes Have It December 7, 2014
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Zoo photography is both challenging and fun. They say the eyes are the window to the soul – I don’t know about that – but I do know if you can capture a gorgeous creature looking back at you – it is a great photo moment. A special connection is made between the subject and the viewer. Today’s montage is devoted to those moments.
Are you getting a new camera, lens or phone for Christmas, Hanukkah (or whatever you celebrate)? Why not try it out at my next Wildlife Photo Workshop at the Central Park Zoo on Sunday, January 25th from 8:30 to 10:30. Perhaps we will get lucky and have snowy photo ops but I can surely guarantee you will see some new residents at the zoo and have fun all before the zoo opens to the public. Click here, scroll to Adult Programs and sign up.
My zoocation buddy and good friend Mary Schwalm is again offering her amazing 2015 desk calendars. The images are from this year’s zoocations. The calendar makes a great gift for office an swap, holiday party, stocking stuffer, and a unique gift to enjoy throughout the year. Just $10 – for details click here.
Happy Thanksgiving – 2014 November 27, 2014
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Thanksgiving is all about food, fun, family, friends and giving thanks. I am thankful for the opportunity each day to have incredible, beautiful creatures in my life and to be able to share their specialness through my photos with you. Thank you for looking at my photo montages each week and thank you for your feedback. Benny the dog, Madison the cat, the amazing one year old kittens, Audrey and Roberta and I wish you all a very warm, healthy and safe Thanksgiving.
US Open – 2014 August 31, 2014
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I interrupt the usual Sunday Zoo photos to bring you photos from the 2014 US Open where I am enjoying a 10 day stint. The action is great, the sun is hot, and it is a fun change of pace. And yes, that’s my dog, Benny, enjoying his US Open tennis ball at home.
For all of those camera enthusiasts out there, I’ll be running a Fall Foliage photography workshop at the Central Park Zoo on October 19 from 8:30 to 10:30. I will arrange some special pumpkin and other activities so you can get great animal shots. Here is a link to last year’s photos from the same event 
While at the Zoo 