MSA Your own world - Backyard

Fred, this is wonderful. The well aimed portrait of one engaged in what they love (or what they must do). It captures some of the nature of a person which the formal portrait usually can't do. At that point, I value the image regardless of other normal measure. You'll certainly be glad you got this - and no doubt your family as well. 'A little like some of the Col.'s fine shots.

@HiHoSilver Thank you, HiHo for your comment. Josef is in his eighties now and he can't slow down ... He's gardening and beekeeping every single day.

Images of his energy at his age have a side benefit to family members - hope that they can do likewise. 'Great work, Fred.

This photograph, @macfred, speaks volumes all by itself. There is so much in here, an intimacy and admiration for a generation that is still setting the example and the high bar of humanity. Unspeakable, but by the personal contact, and i can imagine that Mia cherishes the time she has with her grandfather (Mia honoring tradition was a fabulous image, as well!). My vote would be for this as leader in the MSA. Superb submission! (hope you send me a hint for the next assignment before it becomes public!!)

@michaelorr Thank you, Michael - I appreciate. Regards from Mia !