Photo-A-Day - JOYO

Photo-A-Day

On Sept 6, 2010, my 35th birthday, I began a photo-a-day project. Each photo was taken on that day, which was the only rule. I took pictures of whatever struck my fancy. A lot happened in my life that year, and it surely will be one that I never forget. I hope you enjoy the photos as much as I did taking them.

Day 001 -This is the first day of my 35th year. This will be the first photo of the most ambitious project I've ever attempted. A photo a day for the next 365. Anyway some friends were kind enough to join us for a picnic in Central Park. Christina made me a cake which I ruined. She was able to salvage the cake and it was delicious.
Day 002 -Since I have a lot of days to fill, I didn't want to miss a chance of a unique view. Some friends live in an apartment with a rooftop deck. Since I was there I figured I'd grab a photo showing off the East River, a mental hosipital, and a few prisons. Ahhh NYC... housing the best America has to offer.
Day 003 -I took some photos this evening but nothing came out as I hoped. So During Manny's last walk we headed close by with just minutes to spare. Not much to say about the photo, just looked nice.
Day 004 -Well it was time to go to Bennihanna's since I had a coupon for $30 off for my birthday. So we were able to convince some friends to come out to the place where dinner is the show. The onion volcano always get's me.
Day 005 -It was a beautiful morning and early afternoon, so Manny and I headed into the park for some photos. I got some great shots with a bright blue sky. However, I forgot to change a setting on my camera and it kind of took the wind out of my sails.
Day 006 -silent
Day 007 -A very rainy gloomy day here in NYC. I had little motivation in capturing anything today.
Day 008 -Here comes my train. This is the Beacon stop in upstate N.Y., that I take to get to my National Guard base. I also had to take this 1hr 20 min train ride for 9 months while working at the base full time.
Day 009 -Today's photo was taken shortly after midnight at the Halo Reach realease event in Times Square. I didn't wait around to get a copy and it seemed kind of lame, but an event none the less.
Day 010 -Today's photo is of a recipe I stole from a BBQ place called Rub. Bacon chocolate chip cookies. I make chocolate chip cookies a lot, but some genius decided they would be better with bacon. They were correct.
Day 011 -Manitou is interupted during his afternoon nap, which took place shortly after his morning nap. I guess you could say he has it pretty ruff. I'm ashamed I wrote that last sentance.
Day 012 -As Christina and I were walking home we got a little closer to an area we've never paid much attention to. There was some pretty serious croquet going on. White attire was a must.
Day 013 -WE found ourselves bowling this evening with Hagens in the the unfamiliar borough of Brooklyn. It started out normal and then the disco music, lights, and lasers started up and things got crazy. As shown, Jackie has great form and looks like she knows what she is doing. Sadly she did not.
Day 014 -Christina and I were walking home and found a street fair. The roasted corn caught my eye. Roasted corn is always so good, in retrospect I should have gotten some.
Day 015 -Today was our 14th anniversary. Also one of Christina's favorite places, Trader Joe's, opened fairly close by today. It's like God and Trader Joe said, "Happy Anniversary guys, we love you." It was a wonderful day all around.
Day 016 -Today a turtle was sunbathing in the park along with a lot of other New Yorkers. I like the reflection that I didn't know I got. It was Christina's idea so she should get the credit.
Day 017 -Today I walked by the Worlwid Plaza thinking it was a different building. As I was standing there I noticed it was quite appealing. So it made the photo of the day.
Day 018 -So with 365 days to cover I sometimes worry about running out of ideas, but then somedays they fall in your lap. A new store called Desigual in SOHO was giving out free clothes to the first 100 people. There was just one catch... undies only. It was not easy choosing today but the guy walking by starring really clinched it for me.
Day 020 -I believe this is Mr. Wonka Goldfinger. He was sitting just outside the park collecting money while people took their photo with him. I'm thinking about a new career.
Day 021 -Sam makes his return to photo-a-day by climbing down a tree. He's not in Mordor, but this photo does remind me of how much I want to go camping.
Day 022 -One of New York's finest starts up their lights on the way to catch some bad guys. It appears to be a newer police car, so I'm glad my tax dollars are going toward something
Day 023 -I was hoping to show the Mets in a better light, but this was my favorite photo of the game. The Mets did win 4-3. A good military journalist will tell you to always include the score in a sports caption, like the great man today's photo is dedicated to. Spc. Joe Padula, who is serving in Afghanistan. He is a great New Yorker and a good man. Make us proud Padula and don't go "nuts."
Day 024 -Here I am at the end of a continous long line for Halal, which is like a gyro but with rice. It's awesome food, and I have my buddy Wayne to thank for getting me hooked. If you're in NYC between 7pm - 7am go to 53rd and 6th ave. Or visit their website www53rdand6th.com
Day 025 -So as I was doing some work this afternoon, I thought it was appropriate to show everyone my new office. This is where I'm most efficient these days. However, I don't come here enough. If you're wondering, it's the NYC public library.
Day 026 -Believe it or not this photo was a suggestion from one Brad Holsapple. Taken at the Museum of Modern Art, I'm thinking it is more accurate than he could have ever imagined. Besides Day 026 it is also titled "It worked for Warhol."
Day 027 -As Christina and I were driving upstate, she noticed a sign and asked if we should stop. I didn't think so and we saw another one. I had to stop since it isn't every day that you see two signs named after the greatest dog in the world.
Day 028 -Tonight we had a little rain, which always makes for nice photos. So I decided to go to one of the greatest 24 hour places in the world. It's just so great to look at.
Day 029 -I've been looking at these plants quite a bit when walking Manny. Although they show winter is coming, there's something about Kathy's Greenhouse that always makes me smile.
Day 030 -The Queensboro Bridge isn't so far from my apt, but I've never walked to it before. I had a nice walk this afternoon doing a little exploring, but I only took bridge photos. I'm not sure how I feel about this one. I guess it will have to do.