This one of those shots I wish I had taken better — but I couldn’t figure out how. The downtown window was full of the most stylish men’s shoes and it just held my attention — and still does. I guess part of it is that I’m fascinated by men who enjoy wearing nice clothes.

“Even a blind pig finds an acorn…” You know the saying. I’m proud of this pic, but also aware that it’s a lucky accident.

The word lucky makes me think of the good things in my life. I’m grateful: a loving family, kind friends, a good job, a nice camera. But I’m not any better or more deserving than folks without those things. God gives hard-road gifts, too. I’m never thankful for those. Hmmm…I guess if I believe all things come from a loving God, I should be.

It was an overcast day — perfect for photography. Hope you like the colors of downtown. (Taken last week thereabouts.)

A reader asked for Fall color — and FINALLY I captured some! This season has been rough in getting good autumn pictures. I struggled with the slight differences in the above pic and this pic. Which do you prefer?

These ladies were really sweet and fun. They found themselves next to each other at the Anderson Holiday Fair and hit it off. They both make jewelry — very very nice stuff. The differences in their personalities come out in the stones and metal — as does their talent.

I love blue. I love cute animals. I love cool crafty stuff. So you can imagine my delight when I spied this bag at the Junior League’s Anderson Holiday Fair. Do you notice the red patterned lining? (It makes me want to set up my packed-away sewing machine — soooo bad!) Using left over bird seed bags (the Shane Sisi introduced me to the word “up-cycle” ), Shane creates the most adorable hand bags of many sizes. Must order one. Now.

Dawn was the first vendor I encountered when entering the Anderson Holiday Fair. I was immediately taken in by her clean designs — and cute ideas. In sparkly crystal! So cool. Unfortunately, I did not get a good photo of her apparel or flip flops ( which are adorable) — so I hope you will visit her web site here to see what this talented chick can do. T.L. Hanna High School fans will be charmed I’m sure with this crystal yellow jacket. (Westside High School fans, no doubt a ram is on her to-do list. )

Madeline and Rebecca, young earring designers, shared a booth at the Anderson Holiday Fair, held on Tuesday night at Hospice for the Upstate. I asked Rebecca her favorite pair, and she pointed out the blue with the red center. I can’t help but agree. A pic of the girls at their booth is here.

The First Annual Anderson Holiday Fair was sponsored by the Anderson Junior League to benefit Hospice of the Upstate and Anderson Interfaith Ministries. I was completely blown away by the quality of the vendors and the fun, lively atmosphere. I wish I had taken more pictures — and more of all the vendors. I hope to show a few here over the next couple of days.

The ducks and geese at Chris Taylor Park didn’t mind my presence, though they clucked and quacked nervously among themselves when Croc began to bark. I love the amber color of many night photos.

I’ve been thinking a lot about night photography after viewing a collection of Ed Ou’s work on The Big Picture. Amazing.

This balloon flew right over our heads. I wonder what that long line hanging off the balloon measures. It doesn’t appear you can sit down in the basket, does it? Probably too exciting to do so, even if you could.