BILL LEE IMAGING

First First tracks

2012-01-22T09:06:00.001-08:00

Vermont 01.16.12

2012-01-16T14:16:00.001-08:00

First Frame 2012

2012-01-01T09:07:00.000-08:00

Merry

2011-12-25T03:04:00.000-08:00

First Lift...

2011-12-23T09:40:00.001-08:00

Winter? Really...

2011-12-22T05:56:00.000-08:00

Humans on a string...

2011-11-29T06:05:00.000-08:00

Always...

2011-11-24T05:39:00.001-08:00

Thankful- no calendar needed.

11.12.11

2011-11-12T14:06:00.001-08:00

Colby's 4th BDay-we got out late-my bad- lost the light- we'll give a go tomorrow with a swim... BL

October Snow

2011-10-30T07:49:00.001-07:00

The leaves screaming around on top of the snow the only odd part- Welcome Winter... BL

Bird Dog...

2011-10-14T05:12:00.001-07:00

There are some big paws to fill in the backyards hunting tradition- and Colby is jumping right in nicely- we're just warming up... BL

SIX DOG SATURDAY...

2011-09-25T05:55:00.001-07:00

As good as a Saturday gets...BL

91111

2011-09-11T08:45:00.001-07:00

Just one of those mornings that you should take the time to stop and reflect. Rather insulted that the media has treated it as a docu-drama ratings week- disrespectful in my eyes- fresh air is what the day needs... BL

September Arrives...

2011-09-01T08:13:00.001-07:00

Chasing Birds- Older, Wiser...

2011-08-17T04:14:00.001-07:00

The rain cleared out and it was time to flush some birds- no guns required... Mom & Dad Labbe-Rio can still rock the backyard! BL

Another Dog Day Friday...

2011-08-12T05:44:00.001-07:00

Welcome Rio...

Five Dog Friday...

2011-08-05T19:06:00.001-07:00

Maine Cancer Foundation- 2011 Tri for Cure

2011-08-02T14:20:00.000-07:00

It was my pleasure to cover this years Tri for a Cure on behalf of the Maine Cancer Foundation- if you ever need a dose of inspiration to get you thru your year- come watch the survivors hit the water... BL

July Evaporates...

2011-07-28T05:22:00.001-07:00

Salt Water...

2011-07-24T08:30:00.000-07:00

A week surrounded by salt water- as good as it gets in the sticky days of July- coming off Nantucket fun and putting a lens on a very talented young man and his kite-board just made me smile all the way home... BL

Blonde & The Beach

2011-07-15T05:55:00.000-07:00

I grew up on Higgins Beach before we were allowed to drive automobiles as it was the closest to ride our bikes to and we could get home quick enough to play baseball in the afternoon. Tough life at 14. It was fun to return but I like my beach empty- nothing a Summer downpour can't cure. So it was a perfect way to meet a new blonde as the storms clouds rolled in. One of the most fit 70 year olds I have seen- must be all the yoga. (& the good care of Dr. Mike!)

I had forgotten above Love at first sight- it's been a few years.

Thanks Josie for the reminder and that lust for ball rules-looking forward to our next date... BL

Joe's Pond on The 4th

2011-07-04T12:56:00.001-07:00

Dad's Day At The Track- Women in Leather at Speed...

2011-06-19T19:15:00.002-07:00

My Dad was a BIG fan of the track- of course it was horses not cars. So when I showed up on Dad's Day at New Hampshire Motor Speedway to capture my first Legends Car Race for SJ and the 42 Car I was also treated to a day of motorcycle racing. (Legend cars are powered by motorcycle engines so they play together well) The extra bonus surprise of the day was watching motorcycle side car racing- which I had never seen. Not that I didn't before, but I have a whole new respect for Women in leather... Just wild to watch- I will find it again! BL

Happy Father's Day!

2011-06-19T19:15:00.001-07:00

One of my favorite days... BL

CANON Guy Plays with NIKON...

2011-06-07T05:50:00.000-07:00

The most asked question I receive from F&F is "What camera do I buy?. My first answer is one that you'll use- which for most it's their phone camera because they have it with them 24/7. The good news is that smart phones have gotten smarter even if we have not. For those looking to move up the image quality chain the choices are endless as are the opinions on the subject. There is one standout this Summer and I am currently getting a chance to play with it. (Thanks MsV) Nikon is the first to deliver a DSLR that will auto- focus in HDVideo mode-in fact they have delivered 3 of them but only ONE has an articulating screen which is mission critical if you plan on using it daylight. So for just those features alone- the Nikon D5100 is the Summer 2011 winner in the under $1000 semi-pro camera department. It's also small and light for it's type so you might even take it with you after getting it. You'll see Nikon's guy- the new lead man of 2 1/2 Men pitching it, so no need to take just a CANON guys word for it... Happy Summer!

Just up the Road...

2011-05-17T08:03:00.000-07:00

The Big White Hotel with all the history and the "scenic view" pull off gets most of attention as the "grand" hotel of NH mountains but there is another spot just up the road off the main drag that is equally impressive. I spent the past weekend getting to know The Mountain View Grand better, photographically speaking, since my first visit last fall. The MVG is a bit more intimate on the grand meter and certainly worthy of a few extra miles to visit if you need a destination location in the Live Free or Die State. BL

The Uber-Talented Team-Erik & Leah Lippmann

2011-05-03T11:03:00.000-07:00

What a difference a year makes- even to the day. Das Boat, the Ultimate Winter JAX Wedding and now a renovation project that will make any of the crap on "Home DYI" TV look like a walk in the park. Well for those of you who know the talented E&L none of this is a surprise. I was just test driving new software on a fly-by yesterday and the images don't do the results justice. World Class... BL

Henry-Fest 2011

2011-05-02T11:20:00.001-07:00

May 2nd if I have the right day will always be Henry-Fest Day on my calendar. Swim your water dog it's founding mission... BL

ONE!

2011-05-01T06:23:00.000-07:00

Welcome May & It's Transitions...

2011-05-01T06:22:00.000-07:00

What a difference a week makes. The Browns of Spring and the The Rock starting to shed it snow pack-come on Green- let's go Summer change. Going to find that big pine tree- had never noticed it-Thanks Brown... BL

Five for Five...

2011-04-26T11:14:00.001-07:00

Well it is over for lift service skiing in the Live Free or Die State. I got lucky for the 5th year in a row to catch the last day at Wildcat this past Easter Sunday. Kinda have to since winter is why we live here. Great day with Dr. E & Gerry (who skis much too fast to be captured by the iPhone) Till next year... BL

Turning a Negative in to a Positive

2011-04-24T23:21:00.000-07:00

The return of film in the era of the Cloud? Unlikely- but like with many other technology changes there is a generation coming that will not know what film is... BL

It's not over till it's over...

2011-03-31T05:34:00.000-07:00

Don't we always get April snow? Everyone moans and groans about spring snow when all we would have is a long mud season without it. The Rock grabbed all the clouds yesterday making for a wind-free Blue Sky Day- delicious... BL

March 1...

2011-03-01T14:42:00.000-08:00

February did not have 29 days this year...

Cute That Even Works on V-Day...

2011-02-14T14:41:00.000-08:00

Well Supermodel Golden Gavi can pull off cute even on the official holiday of cute... The "Heart" image was last year in puppy mode but she has turned out to be a very good looking 1+ year-old as you can see from the other images above. The blog title image was just last week at daybreak in the backyard. I am coming around to fact the Goldens can rule too- even at ClubLab... BL

February-Winter Arrives...

2011-02-03T12:27:00.000-08:00

Lots of snow... All is well! BL

Finally Some Real SNOW....

2011-01-12T11:21:00.000-08:00

I must admit I've been looking for Henry to do a snow angel... BL

Welcome 2011

2011-01-08T04:53:00.000-08:00

I rarely see midnight on New Years Eve but I rarely miss the first light of the New Year which was the case a week ago- just getting to take a look but 01.01.2011 is well documented in the image library. This years first dawn was wonderful- I hope that bodes well for the rest of the year. It is off to the best start ever... BL

Merry...

2010-12-25T20:49:00.001-08:00

Happy Solstice and First Christmas to Haddie and Team Gilson- certainly the highlight of the crazy holiday week... XO GUB

Thankful- All Days

2010-11-25T17:42:00.000-08:00

It can snow now...

2010-11-07T08:54:00.001-08:00

Sometimes a guy can get lucky up here even in November. It can snow now that we've got this one done! BIG Congrats to G&M... XO Bill

Another Saturday in the Office...

2010-10-24T09:04:00.000-07:00

I am staying committed to stopping along the way so I did so again yesterday (been told it takes 4-6 weeks to break a habit). Returning from a very fun meeting with 2011 B&G Taylor and Jeremy I pulled over and waded thru the few remaining tourist. Shooting HDR images (these are not-FYI) forces me to use a tripod and the culture of pocket point n' blur and phone camera folks look at you like you're flying the space shuttle when you pull a real camera out and they scurry away... it's rather fun! So a classic backside view and a not so classic view of the Rock Pile dressed in October white. My favorite color- T&J look forward to looking at the views with you again next May... BL

Final Foliage Update-Less Leaves- More Ledge

2010-10-17T06:31:00.000-07:00

Forget the fact that winter is why we live here- the upside to the winds cleaning up the foliage to where only the strong leafs survive till Halloween is the backyard view and that the ledges start to appear at the backdoor... I hesitate to declare the Rock official white for the season but based on this AM's view tough not to think we are there... BL

Thanks to the backroads...

2010-10-15T07:02:00.000-07:00

I have the privilege of living in an place where the fire hydrants are ponds along the backroads that keep me sane in a summer full of travel. I stopped yesterday coming from Cornish- rare but necessary on occasion. I knew that monsoon wind and rain that are here today would turn an already fading fall into November, my least favorite time of year with the shorting daylight and snow yet to cover the ground. Note to self- stop more often on the backroads... BL

Henry Gilson-All World Golden 1993-2010

2010-09-30T19:44:00.000-07:00

Blogging is a time machine. You get to go back on a rainy day and say things that you couldn't say at the time. I have had the honor of knowing a once in a lifetime retriever-Will Gilson's Golden Dog Henry. Not that all our dogs don't have a special spot that only they occupy but Henry defined what I will forever know as the Heart of a Retriever- what sets the breed apart, what makes people covet them. I had convinced myself that Henry would see his 18th birthday in 2011 because he was as spry and more mobile as dogs half his age at 17 but he covered his illness well even as his body failed. There will be more Goldens in our lives but the benchmark for health, hunt and heart has been set at an unobtainable spot that only Henry will live on at.

BL 10/15/10

August At The Wire...

2010-08-31T15:24:00.000-07:00

There will be no quality blogging in summer until there is more than one of me as I have come to grips with the fact that doing what I do summers will just evaporate. The good news is that I have them captured so I know where the moments go. What a treat last week was in Cooperstown, NY and a very special way to end August. I am still smiling.

I flipped over the wedding program the morning after as I was packing up my gear and saw I was included in a list of "thank yous" from B&G Ashleigh & Adam on the back cover. I had never seen that done before and sums up the genuine class of these two. Why I show up for the unique epic days-I am sure of it... BL

What's rolling up your Driveway today?

2010-07-22T06:07:00.000-07:00

I broke my life rule "Leave the Bears alone" the other day only because it was just me and the bear for about 10 minutes till he/she got a tad frustrated with the pesky cameraman trying to find some good light (never did-btw) and I walked away- best driveway on the planet... BL

Any day seems to work...

2010-07-04T12:33:00.001-07:00

Just a habit I have when I have camera in hand and it's flying- comes in handy on days like today- but it stops me anytime... Happy 4th- BL

BSD Sensor Check- Legacy Summer...

2010-06-30T05:28:00.000-07:00

Something about this mornings BSD sensor check that made me pause- nothing like an almost clean sensor as we hit July. A summer of camera time which at the end of all the chatter is what is important. It's not the device it's what is in front of it that counts- that is where legacy lives. Turn off the devices-get outside and look up. See all of you who get that soon... BL

M Day 2010

2010-05-31T16:14:00.000-07:00

Jet stopped by to check the Cave out and he met Henry who won the peeing contest. About as good as freedom gets on MDay- thanks to those who make it possible... BL

Mom

2010-05-09T13:58:00.000-07:00

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Puppy Fix...

2010-04-21T10:01:00.000-07:00

I have had a chance to hang with the newest super model puppy a few times this spring. Camera training starts at an early age. Cute but a reminder of how much work pups are!

First Day of Spring Swim...

2010-03-22T15:10:00.000-07:00

Tardy post... Henry reminded me that spring had sprung by demanding a romp out back! I passed on joining him... BL

Sunday Greetings-Could always use an extra day but it's not a Leap Year is it...

2010-02-28T06:08:00.000-08:00

This weeks weather has finally brought some natural snow to the backyard- much more on the mountains is the even better news as we got a mix of rain, falling slush and finally some snow here in the valley. I may get out to actually see winter. I have skied once without a camera on my body this winter. Why? I have been hunkered down in the Cave finally getting my portfolio site up which besides a few minor tweaks is about to "go live" in the next few days. So this blog which has served as my default "hodgepodge" web presence is about to be upstaged, in theory at least. My biggest challenge has always been shameless self promotion but looking back over the the past 1/2 decade of digital image work has convince me I have something of value to offer. So in a Winter Olympic year here comes my olympic effort- a look back to move forward. Long over due as the 4 people who read this know. My thanks to those who have gotten me here- my new site effort was dedicated and driven by your faith in my work- corny but so true... XO Bill

Donation Leanne Smith Fundraiser-Cranmore 2/5/10

2010-02-05T05:13:00.000-08:00

This was easy- I am big fan of the Winter Games and have had the pleasure skiing Whistler Blackcomb so when Cranmore and The Eastern Slopes Ski Club put together a fundraiser for local Olympian Leanne Smith I jumped in with both ski boots and donated one of my "On the Hill With Bill" packages to the silent action cause... The pre-bidding is underway so thanks to all that know what an epic day of images on the hill looks like... Details for tonight's live event at Cranmore tonight can be found here. Good fortune to Leanne and watch out World... BL

Bethleham, PA Time Machine..

2010-01-23T07:07:00.000-08:00

Vintage Mickey D's for those of you who remember the day...

twenty10 Happy New Decade..

2010-01-01T20:04:00.000-08:00

Nice to have Henry in the hood...

One more post at the 2009 wire...

2009-12-31T18:19:00.000-08:00

Just in case I want to post something tomorrow in this decade-but I am thinking let 2010 begin...

Just got to love the backyard...

2009-11-30T07:41:00.000-08:00

I crawled out of the Toaster yesterday and just strolled out back- no matter where my work takes me it's great to get back to the backyard... of course I love it when my clients kiss me goodbye too-BL

Priority of the Day...

2009-11-11T19:03:00.000-08:00

Sometimes the priority of the day comes at the end of the day... I don't know many folks that don't realize the importance of Veteran's Day. I am quite sure that we all have some connection to those who serve on our behalf. One of the great things about our fine democracy is that while we may debate the reasons we pick the fights we pick I have yet to meet someone on this soil that doesn't appreciate the sacrifice that those who fight our fights make.

I have never gone to war and I will never be a parent so I have never pulled tough duty as far as I am concerned. I have the upmost respect for those of you who have. Enjoy your Freedom and Thank a Solider every time you can... BL

November Greetings! 61 "O9" Days remain...

2009-11-01T05:02:00.000-08:00

October had to to be a working fun meter record. So I am going to start November off right-post and be done with it. I need to find 100+ edit hours before we OD on Turkey. I am refusing to get in the Toaster today and drive anywhere.

I don't post the private photos of my unique wedding clients for shameless self-promotion purposes and never will. The "all I do is weddings" folks have lowered their romance marketing bar to the status of tacky with their posting - just not my style of relationship building. Don't get me wrong I think the sharing ability of the web is a photographic asset- even with all the scary bad instant FB image postings which all just makes me smile!

That said I am thinking that the photos here- less than 12 hours old- of the very cool Halloween B&G Mark (mug artist) & Kerri will meet their approval- I am not going to wake them to ask! Another great day in a month of them- Halloween is the new 4th of July on the fun meter- even a working one.

Yes twenty10 is just around the corner- for you sharp people (all 5 of you) who have commented on my VM-stay tuned... - BL

Cranmore's Ghoullog 2009 - The fright bar has been raised!

2009-10-26T03:59:00.000-07:00

I was truly shocked- I wasn't expecting the Ghoullog to be all that different when Cranmore's marketing guru & local rock star Kathy Bennett ask me to return to capture some new haunts after my first scare with a camera last year. I was very impressive and now understand that the Death Becomes You crew keeps raising the fright bar every year. Sure there are many fan favorites but in a totally revamped layout so prepare to freak out- very worthy of a return visit this stick season. So get there as this is the last week for the best lift ride you can have in Happy Valley before snow. Take advantage of locals night this Thursday 10/29 or dive into Halloween weekend madness. Folks are showing up from Oklahoma- now that's a draw...

Weather? Dress for it people- if you can't handle one ride up and down in the chair in October you better head to Florida by February! Thanks for having me back Kathy- bring on Pig Man... Boooo! -BL

Beware of the Sushi Chef with ankle weights...

2009-10-04T06:40:00.000-07:00

Since October is the new August I am going to get my one meaningful post completed...

I am a self-proclaimed sushi snob and BIG fan of Yosaku in Portland- home of the best lunch deal on the planet. Certainly the reason for the success of the place is owner Takahiro Sato. Tak & Team Yosaku race at Shawnee Peak on Wednesday nights so we always talk snow even in July...

I cracked up when I noticed Tak had ankle weights on while water his deck garden last Saturday. He inform me that he had "new race skis" and they were heavier than his old skis and wanted to insure he was ready to rip on them. I guess it time to get ready for winter. Thanks for the reminder Tak see you on the hill... BL

Think You're Green? Common Ground Fair- Find Seacolors & The Maine Blanket for a Fiber treat...

2009-09-24T12:14:00.000-07:00

I will not make it to the Common Ground Fair again this year but if YOU get there be sure to check out Seacolors & The Maine Blanket. I have been hanging out with a pile of new blankets for the past few weeks and they are gorgeous! I have had the pleasure photographing "GET WOOL" for the last 5 years and Nanney's work only gets more impressive. So if you think you know green & sustainable stop by her spot at the Fair and meet someone who lives it on the Farm. From sheep to the final products... BL

I guess I should get the Globe...

2009-09-18T16:53:00.000-07:00

Moat Mountain was in the Boston Globe last Sunday, hope someone has one in their recycle bin but on-line is alive and well! I guess I need to start keeping track of all the good press and photo use- as there has been a bunch in the last year. I certainly like it when the photo editors give credit! BL

Short Summer Gold...

2009-09-16T09:36:00.000-07:00

Short but sweet and we'll squeeze a few more drops... Next stop November, first lifts- then twenty10... All good- BL

Sometimes you just need a bigger stick...

2009-07-31T11:48:00.000-07:00

July... Wow the last day of it and I am sure I will be saying that at the end of August- I am thinking that a "meaningful" blog post once a month in the summer may be as good as it gets... I am sure that is why the twitter gang (GenTwit- my term btw) is gravitating to the sound bite platform as they try to make more of less. Someone has lost the quality over quantity formula IMHO...

Dog days of summer- the best kind in my book. July provided a great reminder-from Joe's Pond to Sebago and right here in the backyard. I still need to catch up with a few more "good dogs" soon... So for those 3 of you who take the time to visit this space a rare treat-a private gallery up for August-new work and some from the past http://gallery.me.c…llleeimaging/100570

Someday all my clients will be dogs... Woof! Enjoy the last 4 weeks of summer... BL

Secret Garden- Marrett House, Standish, ME

2009-06-30T10:44:00.000-07:00

Blink and you'll miss it. (Just like June!) I had driven past this spot 100+ times until I had a good reason to stop in last year. A work-in-progress garden by the volunteer MG folks, worthy of finding rain or shine... BL

Sun-dance Only! No more rain-dances needed in '09...

2009-06-30T10:24:00.000-07:00

06.09.69

2009-06-09T13:11:00.000-07:00

The Boat Floats-Gone Fishing...

2009-06-04T10:23:00.000-07:00

So very cool to be at "The Boat" launch this past weekend. Great chance to further test the new and improved combo effort of both still and HD Video capture- it is the bomb.

Thanks E&L for having me along! -BL

Happiness is getting your braces off!

2009-05-27T11:43:00.000-07:00

Enjoy Your Freedom-Thank A Soldier-Everyday

2009-05-25T11:31:00.000-07:00

Good to have Owen's Dad home this M-Day. May everyone get home safe... BL

Hope for the iPhone Generation...

2009-05-19T08:02:00.000-07:00

This '09 image is one of 1200+ from my iPhone (via LR2 & CS4)- Allow me a tangent from the digital past especially for you iPeople to ponder...

I have a vivid memory (circa 1996?) of walking into Dury's Pro Photo Shop in Nashville and looking at digital prints for the first time from a "state of the art" 1.5 MP camera. I was chatting with my sales guru Ron (the vivid part) about the image quality. Ron's words of wisdom lost on me at the time were "It's all what you do with it after" referring to post-processing in computer-land.

So fear not iPeople as you are sporting a 2.0 MP camera and with a little love and understanding of it's limitations it can work- just like a camera from the 90's... BL

TEST BLOGGER Video (first & LAST...)

2009-05-11T05:29:00.000-07:00

Testing 1,2,3- so this is what blogger video looks like

not good at all-stay tuned for HD links from Kick&Scream...

Backyard Reminder...

2009-04-27T07:32:00.000-07:00

After getting home late Friday I woke up to a 6 AM Saturday treat... I hadn't even unloaded so the cameras where still in the E. Takes a lot to get me out the door without coffee but I grabbed a view shots then enjoyed this backyard show- never had a rainbow land on me before (there was two actually) then a silly 88 degree day. Never take it for granted- life rule #37... BL

Time for Summer Passions...

2009-04-23T07:44:00.000-07:00

I know Erik has hit his picture threshold for '09 with all the wedding images- but I have asked to show up when his designed & handcrafted drift boat takes it's maiden voyage- an impressive project that will support his fly fishing summer passion... Barty is ready! -BL

Epic Winter Wedding- Jackson, NH

2009-04-13T03:23:00.000-07:00

Well the bar has been set if you think you are a skier and have the balls to plan a winter wedding... Yes Bride Leah was ripping GS turns and Groom Erik headed down the Black Mountain Wedding Day race course in antique skis just a few hours before late afternoon outdoor nuptials at Whitney's Inn next door. They caught a BSD in early March.

I always say weddings are sporting events but doubt anyone will come close to pulling off an epic ski weekend like theses guys did. The toughest thing I do is cover "Big Days" for people I know- but I wouldn't trust them in anyone else's hands. Back to the edit... BL

Head West Young Man...

2009-04-01T10:50:00.000-07:00

The view last Tuesday... What a difference a week makes...

What better day to announce my prediction of my upcoming 2010 relocation to the left coast... Life only has so much vertical feet and as much as I love my backyard it is time for another BIG adventure west- where the hills begin at 8000'.

Just think about it- no photoshop needed as everyone there has already had all the necessary retouching at the drive thru cosmetic surgeon. You never have to worry about the "Plan B" rain date, the only real daily choice is which pair of cool flip-flops you are going to slip on, and it's chilly at 60 degrees... Silly people- live free or die... -BL

First Lifts... Mammoth MT, CA

2009-03-24T09:04:00.000-07:00

6 Hours For 6 Seconds...

2009-03-15T07:23:00.000-07:00

Overdue greetings... If you have ever had the pleasure of watching Luke Hiebert rip the course you would understand why I lean into the hill for the time it takes to get the nano seconds- the good news is partner in crime Tracy and a whole gang of talented racers made last Friday the 13th' Red Parker race day a whole lot of fun and worth the effort. Always a great reminder of why we live here...

I was on a mission- considering Luke was dealing with back surgery from OA's Dr. Binette a year ago (almost to the day) which makes Luke's reutrn to form on the hill this winter even more impressive. No snowmobile needed to get up and down the hill this year- that photo has been replaced...

I always tell people I shoot to tell the story- time and place. This goes against all the classic rules of tight sports photos that grace the pages of SI and such- not what I do. Life is full of decisive moments- I am very fortunate that many appreciate my choices with the lens... BL

Welcome Owen...

2009-02-11T10:31:00.000-08:00

WOW... I broke my "Don't drop the baby" rule (don't touch them till 6 months) for this guy. Must be the new mature Great Uncle status but I am quite sure holding 4 day old bundle of joy Owen is a personal record and very very cool... Great Work Kids! XO Great Uncle Bill

The Last "0" Year... Very Digital & Very Cool

2009-01-13T04:10:00.000-08:00

Yes the first time I updated my signature I had a moment of pause- it is the last "0" year which given all that is coming at us in our digital world this year it seems very appropriate on many fronts.

So hang on- you truely don't know what is going to hit you- it moves- it speaks and it prints bigger than ever. You will scream "O!MG"

There are only 352 "09"days left so use them wisely- I am. Happy New and Last O Year- BL

Happy Holidays- My Solution to World Peace

2008-12-24T04:49:00.000-08:00

I was playing in August all night but did come up with a conclusion that was worthy of a final post for '08...

If everyone on the planet would just head to the beach in their pajamas we could solve all the world's problems- I am quite sure of it.

Unplug and hug your friends & family this holiday- I will do the same-see you in 09- XO Bill

Snow Update: Epic 12.22.08

2008-12-22T12:34:00.000-08:00

Sunny 61 Degrees? No- Here's WInter Day One...

2008-12-21T09:57:00.000-08:00

Sorry Left Coast I realize it's barely in the 60's today in Laguna- extra sweater on the golf course I guess? Apologies for no image of MT W, which started this blog in May, as it is will not be seen today-but I bet it will be spectacular when the sun does come out! Forecast of 15-23" more to come but we'll what the "official" snow stick says about that total when it's all said and done... Fore!- BL

Dear Santa, Travel mugs please...

2008-12-17T13:55:00.000-08:00

Ok so I have time for none of this... but the fact that Apple makes a product that still works when submerged should be noted. Credit to R.S. Thing for teaching me the wonders of saving your "wet" phone with rubbing alcohol when I tossed one in Fore Street's toilet but today we may have pushed the limit...

So if Santa could bring me a few travel mugs with covers so the iPhone can't jump in the mug as it did today while driving that would be great- Happy Holidays-fear not the old iPhone is on line and we'll see if we can assemble "3G" once it dries out... BL

Welcome Barty- Happy December

2008-12-01T11:38:00.000-08:00

Welcome back Barty too... Hello December... 30 days till '09- BL

It is "Raining" Here...

2008-11-28T11:17:00.000-08:00

Post Turkey Greetings- hugs to all I missed in person yesterday-
It's been all rain on the coast and down south and we did get a good drenching last week here too-on top of 8-10 of snow- more "rain" this am as you can see here at Planet Moat Mountain but let's keep this to ourselves shall we. We will have to share soon enough. Welcome back winter friends Erik & Leah- I am a better skier from trying to keep up with you two in 07/08 and it's a treat to race you to the first AM chair again in 08/09. I am a thankful human... -BL

November Turns...

2008-11-22T11:40:00.000-08:00

I had never skied in November before Turkey Day- we took care of that today! Thanks SJ & MsV! Sorry iPhone camera only on the hill today-mostly brown trails and don't leave the white road! Stay tuned at least 99 more days to go... BL

Welcome Home Otto!

2008-11-20T02:34:00.000-08:00

Otto was the first member of the Team Dugus coming home party to arrive from Seattle. Landing in Grandma Maxine's lap at Logan Tuesday night so with a Wednesday low am tide we got to the beach early to shake out the travel crate

legs- nice thing about when your Sunday morning is Wednesday and the weekend warriors are in their cubicles- we owned the place- too cold for the "Double Chai Latte" crowd anyway- just the way we like it...-BL

Hound Dog XVI... FORE!

2008-11-15T08:38:00.001-08:00

I am normally on the left coast by this weekend for the pure golf mayhem know as the Hound Dog- this year is the 16th-no way to explain it- you just have to experience it! Happy Birthday Marky Mark! Be there soon guys!

My self-prescribed overdose of productivity has me here in the rain vs the sun. Fear not- turns out there are special top secret happenings on this coast- we'll make the best of the weather- we always do. -BL

The Work of Vincent Laforet-Silly Price!

2008-11-08T06:10:00.001-08:00

I had the privilege of attending a workshop given by this world class guy this week- a Sunday in Boston well spent- he if offering one of his incredible prints (just click on #1 in this gallery and drill in) at silly discounts staring at $40.00 to fund a student scholarship program- neat idea and he asked for some blog space. No problem. Vincent's work from above will get your attention and stop you in your tracks- hold on! -BL

Sauve Rico Officially Turns 50!

2008-11-07T13:45:00.000-08:00

The celebration started last week in Moab without me but Carl has proven that you can have triplets in your forties and still make it to 50 which he did today!

It has been a few weeks since you took that first ride in my Saab to M&B's wedding-I remember you gave a nice toast and if I had just stayed hidden in the back seat of the honeymoon car...

1/2 way to 100 my friend- See you there! Your kids will be 57 then and I am thinking your chest hair will be all gray by then too!

Big Love

Apple to Buy AT&T Wireless & Operate it like a REAL company!

2008-11-03T05:56:00.000-08:00

I have no intention of turning my blog into a rant on AT&T Wireless but the difference between Apple's (you rock!) support of the iPhone and AT&T support of the network is mind boggling... You reach an Apple Human by phone in 10 seconds 24/7- My call to AT&T last Friday- I was on hold for over an hour and the bottom line is that they "committed" to me that they would be back to me in 1 to 3 DAYS!

Saturday I was in East Conway (03818) standing next to a guy with 4 bars of AT&T Edge signal and I had "No Service"- I failed to take a photo of his phone is my only regret!

I was in Boston yesterday ironically at an Apple workshop- my iPhone was rocking on the 3G network so it's not a hardware issue- I called and chatted with Apple folks twice- AT&T Customer Service is closed on Sundays- welcome to the new AT&T- Steve Jobs will save your company too as he takes over the world- BL

Hey AT&T Wireless...HELLOOOOOOOO!!!

2008-11-01T09:38:00.001-07:00

My new new (yes two tries) 3G iPhone works just fine in beautiful South Chatham... Boy did Apple (you rock!) choose the wrong dance partner... AT&T you've got till Monday 11/3 to figure it out- or there will more than a new Prez next week - BL

Not the Solstice yet but..

2008-10-23T14:21:00.000-07:00

Don't know if it will stick but it did get everyone's attention today- BL

Sebago Fall Bonsai

2008-10-18T10:42:00.000-07:00

I see that the Bonsai Zen Master has ben doing some fine Fall work! I also had to smile at the message the aliens left on their last visit- it certainly sums up how we all feel about the place. Note to self- more lake time in '09... BL

July in October!

2008-10-18T10:25:00.000-07:00

An extra BIG thank you to everyone that had to wait for me to emerge from the summer upgrade and it is nice to have caught up (mostly!) as the leaves are beyond peak here in the valley- I appreciate all your support and the "WOWs" about the work. I am very lucky to have loyal clients who "get it"... BL

Friday's First Flakes Forecast!

2008-09-30T01:59:00.000-07:00

UPDATE: OK so snow is out of Friday's forecast but it was there on Monday when I borrowed NOAA's thumbnail... OK I'll wait till I touch the stuff before I get excited again... BL