Riding toward the sun

Destination known
Lucan, ON
April 2026
This photo originally shared on Instagram

Yesterday was apparently #WorldBicycleDay, and in typical fashion I managed to miss it entirely.

In my ideal world, we’d celebrate these miraculous machines more than once a year, but I suppose one day is better than none.

But we don’t have to wait for a specific day to throw a leg over the frame and head for the horizon. Today seems like as worthy a day as any other to start some kind of adventure.

The question is: where will we go? And what stories will we tell along the way?

Whatever the answers may be, please ride safely, friends.

#ldnont #london #lucan #ontario #canada #cycling #orange #TangerineDream #bicycle #photography #apple #iphone #shotoniphone

One tree hill

Reach for the sky
London, ON
April 2026
This photo originally shared on Instagram

Last month the dog and I happened across a single tree as we walked through a local park just after sunset.

I had the camera-camera with me, so I took it out for some spontaneous photographic fun before we lost the light. I sprawled out in the damp grass to get the low-angle shot while Calli the Wonderschnauzer happily grazed. I also snagged some test shots on the smartphone because I like to see if an iPhone can hold its own against a Nikon.

The short answer is there is no short answer: in my mind’s eye I can always tell the difference. But for just about everyone else, it’s a wash. I rather enjoy the unique experiences that both devices bring to the table, so this weird test shot methodology won’t be retired anytime soon.

That lonely tree high on a hill likely has more leaves by now. Which means I’m just about due for a return trip. Calli remembers where it is, so she’ll lead the way.

#ldnont #london #ontario #canada #optimistpark #tree #naturephotography #landscapephotography #photography #nikon #nikonphotography #nikon_photography

4 years of Lilly

Princess grows up
Dryden, ON
June 2026
This photo originally shared on Instagram

Dearest Lilly,

It was just yesterday that we first met you.

Just yesterday we looked into your eyes and fell in love.

Just yesterday we held your squirming form and felt the promise of limitless potential.

On your fourth birthday, both everything and nothing has changed.

You are a force of nature, a bright, sweet, kind girl who lights up every room.

A fierce protector of your little sister and your entire family.

An infinitely curious soul who never stops exploring, questioning, and learning.

Yet just as we did when you were born, we fall in love every time we see you. And we revel in watching you turn all that limitless potential into an unforgettably extraordinary life.

We are so proud of the remarkable person you are becoming, and we love you to the Moon and back.

Happy birthday, little one.

#family #everything

A single branch

Late evening bokeh
London, ON
April 2026
This photo originally shared on Instagram

On a cold evening early in April, a tiny branch soaks in the last rays of the day’s sun.

Even tinier buds reach for the light, waiting for the moment when they’ll finally break free.

If the circle of life ever had a starting point, I’d like to imagine it would look a little like this.

#ldnont #canada #sunset #silhouette #naturephotography