I love having a camera ready for that great shot. I want to spend the rest of my life on the beach. I am a retired firefighter/EMT and I am the first female Lifetime Member of our Fire Company. I love God, my family, my dogs, photography and nature. I also love reading, antiques, art and of course anything to do with the ocean. My life goal is to live near the sea. I am an active animal lover and have 6 dogs, 4 of which are rescues. I also have 2 turtles. I live with my husband, Doberdad, my Son, Shane and my husband and I have adopted 7 children, all of whom are adults now. I am active with my Rat Terriers and love taking our dogs on vacation with us to the beach. I am part Ojibwa, or Chippewa Indian, and I have a deep reverence for the earth and the plants and animals the Good Lord has given us.

She cries every day, not because she is sad, but because the world is so beautiful and life is so short.

My little dog, a heartbeat at my feet. Edith Wharton

I cannot sleep at night, knowing that out there somewhere is another little dog that needs to be saved.


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    A time of refreshing. says:

    "I am glad to have a fun contact like chippewabear and appreciate that she visits my photostream every now and then. When viewing her photostream by cooliris (www.cooliris.com) I can almost see the joy and humor come forth thru the photos she has shared with us.
    Thanks chippewabear!"

    14th May, 2009

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    Stephen B Whatley says:

    "Chippewabear's photostream is full of beauty and spirit; & once you are privileged to know Barbara, the photographer behind this wonderland of pictures, you realise why. Barbara loves God - & through her deep Christian faith, so her great photographs celebrate the enduring beauty of the natural world and wildlife that is there for all of us blessed to see - whatever is happening in the world at large.

    Her love of birds and animals - her compassion for them- is so evident through her wonderful shots; the skylines and trees; and her unique way of capturing the bright barns nestling in the landscape are works of art to me.

    I am not totally certain who discovered who first- but I am certain that God directed us to appreciate our photostreams- but more importantly to become friends in Christ. Despite the oceans that separate us, we pray for eachother.

    Everyone of us experiences trials in life- & Barbara has had more than her fair share; but , as a great example to us all, forward she goes with her total trust in God, spreading joy along the way. Her open-hearted & beautifully written profile sums up the courage and generous loving heart of this lady.

    This is a photographic nature trail of joy and wonderment - from a photographer of rich talent ( she truly both sees & feels the beauty!)and great heart.
    "God loves you Barbara; thank you & God bless you always" ~ Stephen, London, UK"

    3rd May, 2009

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    WET SNOUT says:

    "I have just been asked to be one of Chippewabears contacts. I went to her photostream to see. I was almost late for work because I couldn't pull myself away from her caring, proffesional,exquisite photogaphy and captions. To be able to peek into her life has been my honor.
    Thank you, Lisa aka WET SNOUT :)"

    25th January, 2009

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    Morning Mrs Lisa says:

    " Chippewabear is one of the most beautiful souls you will find in the world . I have only known her a few years, and her kindness and Love of all things have really Made a difference in the world for me. she has shown me through her photos, different ways to appreciate and admire the little things in life that I have somehow lost or took for granted.
    Chippewabear photo's always pick me up and send the message of her love for All things God Created. If you have not got a chance to get to know her you really should. From Her Lil Pets to her Friends if you ever looked up the word Kind soul you will find Chippewabear.
    Thank you for being my friend God Bless ya hun!"

    29th October, 2008

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    martien van asseldonk says:

    "Looking at her foto's brings down the sense how much Barbera feels connected with the nature and animals around her. Her foto's are like little anchors of love and care trying to capture that much bigger and richer sense of awe, which many of us have lost. I hope that through these fotographic links with creation others feel inspired - like me - to respect creation more and in its fullest sense.

    Hugs, Martien"

    21st October, 2008

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    dobesmile says:

    "All youo have to do is read her profile and you will know why she extraordinary. In the months I have known her, I have discovered that she really is what her profile says. This lady is truly a kind and giving person, not to mention her photos are just beautiful. I recommend her as a friend/contact with out any reservations. !!

    Diane"

    11th September, 2008

Joined:
October 2006
Hometown:
Welch WVa
I am:
Female and Taken
Occupation:
retired firefighter/EMT