NE Ohio, July 25-26th, 2009 Apug Gathering at the Powers’ House

[jp80874]

We're both coming! We plan on camping, arriving Friday night.

Looking forward to lots of ice cream, and maybe shooting a few pictures too. I read the article, John, and realized I am the wrong business. Unfortunately, I think if I ran an ice cream shoppe I would eat all the product. Sometimes life isn't fair ...

The exhibits sound pretty interesting too. I'll like to see the Wegman for sure if I get a chance.

Glad you are both coming. I'll tell the tractor driver to mow the Bickerson's homested. You just volunteered to contribute to the porta potty.

Re: the ice cream store. Working for Remington Arms and a lifetime in boats has taught me that the people who make a profession of their hobby get to watch other people enjoy it or go into receivership trying to do it and play it at the same time.

I'll tell the girls to round up some sticks. Little green apples have become the treasure of choice to hide in their jaws as they come back into the house.

John

 

[jp80874]

I need to call the hotel, but I'm planning on coming. I don't remember volunteering anything pinhole, but I'll bring the lenses I made in the workshop.

(Quote) Oh, yeah... I say the missing Fisher owes us a full report at the next gathering on the activities that kept her away from from our gathering. Perhaps that could be one of the 'workshop' style activities that John asked about. It's dangerous to miss a gathering, you might get elected to something. (Lee Lumpkin)

Oh no, what did I "volunteer" for this time? Next time I see you guys, I'll bring the lenses I made this weekend. It was a blast. I may post the shots when I get around to scanning them. Can I flip something from neg to pos and left to right in PS and still post it in the gallery? We shot on paper for the slowness (using lens caps as shutters).
Sorry I missed your outing, but I will be at Photostock.
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Bethe

Ah, the price of not attending the May meeting. One can only protect her volunteering when present.

Quote)And the ice cream maker, of course. Though if Country Maid has fresh blueberries, I'll leave the rest of you the ice cream I make and head over there. mmmmm, blueberries...

Oh, and if I manage to develop my film by then, I'll bring Photostock shots. No guarantees the way I've been going (having well water sucks sometimes - rust isn't going to help the negs). Though after seeing all the shots posted so far, I don't know if I'll bother - mine are not nearly that good, even in my head.

Come on, your pictures are great, and have your own personal spin. We are often our own worst critic. Let us beat you up instead. You know our critiques are abusive and cruel.

John

 

[Shawn Dougherty]

John,
I'll be there. I plan on setting up a small tent and would be happy to contribute to the PP fund. Looking forward to it. Shawn

 

[Jeff Bannow]

Glad you are both coming. I'll tell the tractor driver to mow the Bickerson's homested. You just volunteered to contribute to the porta potty.

John

I vote we dig a hole in the ground instead. Works for the puppies!

 

[Nicholas Lindan]

I plan on being there - will probably camp, so I'll chip in for PP rental.

 

[jp80874]

I vote we dig a hole in the ground instead. Works for the puppies!

We discovered that ground bees had already done that by the charcoal grill. We hope to have that taken care of by your arrival.

We have not been able to talk the puppies into putting anything into the holes they dig. You are welcome to bring plastic bags with you to take home with you what you wish to discharge.

John

 

[jp80874]

John,
I'll be there. I plan on setting up a small tent and would be happy to contribute to the PP fund. Looking forward to it. Shawn

Shawn,

Glad you are coming. Thanks for the contribution. Looking forward to seeing what you shot last time.

John

 

[Jeff Bannow]

We discovered that ground bees had already done that by the charcoal grill. We hope to have that taken care of by your arrival.

We have not been able to talk the puppies into putting anything into the holes they dig. You are welcome to bring plastic bags with you to take home with you what you wish to discharge.

John

I guess we'll have to kick in for a porta-potty as well if needed then.

- Jeff

 

[jp80874]

I plan on being there - will probably camp, so I'll chip in for PP rental.

Thanks for coming and for the contribution, Nicholas. The garden and we await you.

John

 

[jp80874]

I guess we'll have to kick in for a porta-potty as well if needed then.

- Jeff

Thanks

 

[Jeff Bannow]

Who is going to persuade him? Hurry, Hurry. Stand in line.

John

I made up a batch of bacon ice cream again last weekend and it was mighty good. You sure you don't want me to bring some?

- Jeff

 

[jp80874]

I made up a batch of bacon ice cream again last weekend and it was mighty good. You sure you don't want me to bring some?

- Jeff

Bring it. Sounds good.

 

[Jeff Bannow]

Bring it. Sounds good.

Excellent. More willing victims ... err, customers!

 

[jp80874]

Though if Country Maid has fresh blueberries, I'll leave the rest of you the ice cream I make and head over there. mmmmm, blueberries...

If you feel the same about wild raspberries take a walk down by the tents when you are here. I just mowed the yard. That field is bordered on three sides by wild raspberries. They could be ready or gone in a week depending on the weather and birds. They are soooo delicate and good.

John

 

[smieglitz]

I made up a batch of bacon ice cream again last weekend and it was mighty good. You sure you don't want me to bring some?

- Jeff

Bring it. Sounds good.

So, I had a dentist appointment this morning because I cracked a tooth due to chomping down accidentally on a stray chip of chitonous exoskeleton from some shellfish I ate during the Photostock 2009 event. Looks like a crown is in my future. However, the dentist cut me loose this morning after a brief exam. Since I wasn't numb from Novocaine and thought myself unexpectedly capable able of drinking a cup of coffee without dribbling it all down my front this particular morning, I decided to partake of some breakfast. Eggs Benedict sounded good, but hard to find in Kalamazoo. I thought maybe the local IHOP might have it on the menu, so I stopped there.

No such luck, though they did have a couple items smothered in Hollandaise. But, I ended up ordering some crepes filled with a chocolate-hazelnut sauce and bananas, all covered with strawberries, strawberry sauce, and a humungoid dollop of whipped cream. I also had two eggs over easy, hash browns, cafe au lait, and yes, bacon.

Now, I sat staring at the mound of whipped cream and then at the bacon. And then the whipped cream. And then the bacon. You see where this is going, don't you?

Not being as vanilla as I had been in my youth, I admit I was tempted and yes dear friends, I gave in to the temptation. Hallelujah! More sugar and all that...

It actually was a pretty good combo and I suspect, fairly close to what bacon ice cream might be like (perhaps with a bit of air thrown in).

Got me thinking: "What will Jeff suggest next - Salmon Sorbet? Frozen Calamari Custard? Flan Escargot?"

Joe

 

[Shawn Dougherty]

John,
Looks like I'm going to be stuck working until 1pm on Saturday. That rules out Friday night camping for me. I plan on coming over Saturday after work. I'm thinking of bringing my bike and riding from Boston Mills down the Tow path under the bridges and a little further to the swamp area with the 4x5. I'll probably do that and then meet up for talk/print sharing after your dinner Saturday night. Sunday I'll be ready to go wherever with whomever. (I'm still planning on camping Saturday night.)

Just wanted to keep you apprised of your guest situation. Thanks, John.

Shawn

 

[jp80874]

John,
Looks like I'm going to be stuck working until 1pm on Saturday. That rules out Friday night camping for me. I plan on coming over Saturday after work. I'm thinking of bringing my bike and riding from Boston Mills down the Tow path under the bridges and a little further to the swamp area with the 4x5. I'll probably do that and then meet up for talk/print sharing after your dinner Saturday night. Sunday I'll be ready to go wherever with whomever. (I'm still planning on camping Saturday night.)

Just wanted to keep you apprised of your guest situation. Thanks, John.

Shawn

Thanks Shawn. Sorry the visit is shorter than planned.
Looking forward to seeing you when we do.

John

 

[dlin]

Hi John,

I'd love to join you guys for at least part of the weekend. Can you send directions to your place in the event I can make it out?

Thanks,
Daniel

 

[jp80874]

The porta potty is booked, should be delivered Friday AM. The ground is a lot drier than last September so we will put it closer to the camp site, but hopefully down wind from the tents. The wind is normally from the west except when we have guests.

The exterminator came out, said yeah we will do just what we did two years ago, but it will be $350 instead of $150. We are going to give it a try ourselves. The primary location is by the grill a foot from the house so I don't think we will try to burn them out. Hope those sprays work well.

John

 

[jp80874]

Hi John,

I'd love to join you guys for at least part of the weekend. Can you send directions to your place in the event I can make it out? There is plenty of room for another tent if you are still camping.

Thanks,
Daniel

Daniel,

What great news. You are more than welcome. Looking forward to seeing you again. Please also bring examples of your wonderful prints.

I will send you a PM with directions and contact infor.

John

 

[Jeff Bannow]

Not being as vanilla as I had been in my youth, I admit I was tempted and yes dear friends, I gave in to the temptation. Hallelujah! More sugar and all that...

It actually was a pretty good combo and I suspect, fairly close to what bacon ice cream might be like (perhaps with a bit of air thrown in).

Got me thinking: "What will Jeff suggest next - Salmon Sorbet? Frozen Calamari Custard? Flan Escargot?"

Joe

Indeed, it's that same play of salty and sweet. Like syrup on bacon.

Hmm ... maybe a foie gras sherbet? The possibilities are endless! Now you need to come down to John's and taste the real thing.

- Jeff

 

[jp80874]

So, I had a dentist appointment this morning because I cracked a tooth due to chomping down accidentally on a stray chip of chitonous exoskeleton from some shellfish I ate during the Photostock 2009 event. Looks like a crown is in my future. However, the dentist cut me loose this morning after a brief exam. Since I wasn't numb from Novocaine and thought myself unexpectedly capable able of drinking a cup of coffee without dribbling it all down my front this particular morning, I decided to partake of some breakfast. Eggs Benedict sounded good, but hard to find in Kalamazoo. I thought maybe the local IHOP might have it on the menu, so I stopped there.

No such luck, though they did have a couple items smothered in Hollandaise. But, I ended up ordering some crepes filled with a chocolate-hazelnut sauce and bananas, all covered with strawberries, strawberry sauce, and a humungoid dollop of whipped cream. I also had two eggs over easy, hash browns, cafe au lait, and yes, bacon.

Now, I sat staring at the mound of whipped cream and then at the bacon. And then the whipped cream. And then the bacon. You see where this is going, don't you?

Not being as vanilla as I had been in my youth, I admit I was tempted and yes dear friends, I gave in to the temptation. Hallelujah! More sugar and all that...

It actually was a pretty good combo and I suspect, fairly close to what bacon ice cream might be like (perhaps with a bit of air thrown in).

Got me thinking: "What will Jeff suggest next - Salmon Sorbet? Frozen Calamari Custard? Flan Escargot?"

Joe

Joe,
I thought you were just tormenting Jeff. Is there any chance you will join us? I know it is a long drive, but you could supervise Jeff's culinary wanderings. I think wet plate at Hale Farm's Civil War era horse drawn carriage gathering would be a perfect fit.

John

 

[smieglitz]

Alas John, but my resources at the moment are such that I must limit my excursions. I'm saving my pennies to possibly head to John Coffer's Tintype Jamboree the end of the month if I am able to carpool with some folks.

 

[Shawn Dougherty]

Alas John, but my resources at the moment are such that I must limit my excursions. I'm saving my pennies to possibly head to John Coffer's Tintype Jamboree the end of the month if I am able to carpool with some folks.

You'll be missed!

 

[jp80874]

Alas John, but my resources at the moment are such that I must limit my excursions. .

Joe,
There is a lot of that going around. I sure missed Photostock this year, but what I spent each of the previous years was not in the pocket book this year. Have a great time at the wet plate event. Hope we both can do more travel next year.

John