"George Kerby" <ghost_topper@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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> On 4/9/08 2:11 PM, in article lx8Lj.19016$9X3.17743@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
"Dudley
> Hanks"
> <hanks.dudley@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> wrote:
>
>>> Personally, I think by being on her level (height-wise) with the
camera,
>>> you
>>> are doing better than most who photograph small children from
eye-level.
>>> The
>>> composition was unusual, but not bothersome, like some of the stuff
>>> others
>>> have posted.
>>>>
>>>>
>>> Glad Dima is doing well!
>>>
>> Thanks for the feedback, George.
>> Having shot a number of concerts from various positions on and around
>> raised
>> stages, I've sort of developed an affection for the low-angle shot.
>> There
>> seems to be no shortage of straight-on and high-angle shooters, so pics
>> tend
>> to stand out when the shooter gets down in the mud.
>>
>> On the flip side, I've learned (the hard way) that most women don't
like
>> low-angle shots; it's hard to get them to keep their chins up so
>> wrinkled
>> jowels are a problem.
>>
> I've found that to be true with both ***es (<G>). Usually increases with
> age, LOL.
>> Dima is officially retired now, so I get to spoil her with the vet's
>> approval and encouragement.
>>
> So she's "put up the harness" so to speak? Are you going to "hire"
another
> guide dog and have two great companions? Or would that be possible-one
> working and the other retired?
>
If Dima had retired normally, which is to say that she had simply gotten
too
old to guide, it would be quite normal to have her retired while I worked
with a younger dog. But, given Dima's condition, it will be better for
her
if she returns to Guide Dogs, where she will be close to the vet staff.
That way, her final days will be made as comfortable as possible.
A trainer from GDB is scheduled to fly out in a couple of weeks, and I'll
have a better idea of how the arrangements will be made shortly after
that.
At present, Dima is thoroughly enjoying herself. She is a highly
motivated
dog, and she has learned quickly that she can get away with just about
anything. Most of her strength has returned, and she is even up to a
round
or two with the tug rope. She tires quickly, but she's smart enough not
to
push it too much.
Every time I go out for a walk, now, I'm reminded of what a fantastic job
she does. I never knew how many street signs and obstacles there are
blocking parts of the sidewalks in my neighbourhood. Dima has always
skirted me around them extremely well. I've even been reminded how
difficult it is just crossing a street. Without her, I tend to go crooked
and either end up in the middle of the street or a quarter down from the
corner. It's a bit easier when traffic is heavy because I can work off
the
sound of the cars, but it is definitely taking a lot more time than when
she
is guiding me.
As sighted individuals, most of you out there will never know what it is
like to work with an animal as intelligent as Dima. Sometimes, when I
think
about it, I think I should be feeling sorry for you folks instead of vice
versa.
Take Care,
Dudley
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