If a tree falls in the forest, and no one is listening, does it make a sound?
If a shutter clicks on a camera, and it records an image that no one ever sees, is it real?

I'm basically a country boy at heart, born and raised in the country. I work as a software engineer and developer, but when I'm not on the computer I tend to drift back towards the environment I like best: the great outdoors. I sit on the board of a local land preservation organization, and do what I can to keep the land natural, wild and pristine. One of my pet peeves: air pollution; we need to stop burning so much coal and make use of alternate clean energies.

I am an avid bicyclist. I've been riding all my life, almost every day! When I am riding I am in my glory ;o) And of course, I try to bring my camera along for the ride. In the summer I am also a birder, because I record the calls, songs and sightings of birds for the Pennsylvania Breeding Bird Atlas project as a volunteer.

My Funny Valentine

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In addition to everything else, I also like to write. Below I have included a few samples of my work, and this link will take you to a story I wrote as a tribute to the beauty of the natural world (many of my photos are a capture of the beauty of the natural world)

Listen to the dawn chorus,
as early birds sing their song,
sung perhaps not just for us,
yet believed as we belong.

And I perceive not randomness,
but music to my ears,
I hear an oral symphony,
methinks pure thought appears.

Nature enchants with her delightful qualities
Those particular characteristics that attract
A breezy inexplicable magical charm
Mischieviously woven yet inexact.


[ my 'new' lyrics to the fabulous song by Oscar Hammerstein II and Richard Rodgers written for "The Sound of Music" You really need to sing it to the music to get the full effect...]
My Favorite Things
a new version by Douglas A. Bauman

Trifles and turtles and chestnuts in roses;
Bright colored pictures of things in odd poses;
Symphonic music with trumpets and strings;
These are a few of my favorite things;

Bagels for breakfast with coffee and creamer;
Colors of autumn when leaves won't be greener;
Fine lyric verses a gay songbird sings;
These are a few of my favorite things;

Steep mountain passes and hillsides with flowers;
Bike rides to places in long country hours;
Coy flirting tidings a new email brings;
These are a few of my favorite things;

When the dog bites,
When the bee stings,
When I'm feeling sad,
I simply remember my favorite things,
And then I don't feel so bad.



Look where I've been... !!!!!!!! (my visited places map -- more humour :)

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  • Glacier Ice by amethystrainn
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  • Kirche in Rosenberg / Rozemberk by Mercedis
  • Burg Krumau by Mercedis
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  • With the buttocks exposed by nilliske
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    SRApix says:

    "I enjoy Doug's photos and his thoughtful comments on mine. His work shows his sensitivity and love of nature and beauty. I value him as my Flickr friend."

    9th January, 2010

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    *Arielle* says:

    "Doug has always been a great flickr friend. His inspiring photographs are beautiful and intriguing. He pours his soul into his work and accompanies his photos with lyrical poems and touching words. I am glad that I have flickr friends on whom I can rely, and Doug is one of the most faithful and thoughtful."

    30th December, 2008

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    Gudi´s dreams says:

    "Douglas, my dear FlickrFriend.......it´s time for some words from me..... ;o)
    I love your view of life ! ....with headstrong and individual (eigenwilligen/individuellen Bildern) images!
    You are able to entertain and surprise people in a certain way... one of my favorite artists here on Flickr !!!
    By the way... I appreciate your attention and kind comments... ;o)
    Without our comments life would be more happy less(hope this is the right word - haha )

    All the best for your life, with lots of love and kind humans and a lot of inspirations for your creativity ! Maybe we´ll see us in Austria someday ?? hihi ... I enjoy your interest in Austria very much.
    Hugs and kisses from germany ...... Gudi"

    26th August, 2008

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    *papageorge* says:

    "doug your photos are beatiful creations. i look forward to see what you have created each day. your photos and comments are an inspiration to me . keep up the great work we all look forward to seeing it . cheers"

    21st February, 2008

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    AnnuskA - AnnA Theodora says:

    "Doug is such a gentleman and charming man! There's been a long time since we've been checking on each other photos and it's about time for me to write how much I apreciate his photos and his comments on my photos!
    it's always good to know there are such wonderful people in the world!"

    4th December, 2007

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    August III says:

    "If you look to the Photos of Douglas, you will see his heart and get a positive spirit that lasts for days!
    Thank you Douglas for bringing the sun into our hearts!"

    14th September, 2007

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    nhanhauzinha says:

    "Douglas is a great photographer, one of the best I've seen, here and everywhere, his pictures are so perfect and colorful, he is an artist. He is very kind and gentle, always has something good to say!"

    29th August, 2007

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    gundidepp says:

    "Doug is a faithful flickr-friend!!
    the first comment I left here was for a wonderful caterpillar photo;I had never seen such a special beauty before!!!!
    During the next time I returned to this caterpillar photo again and again and a funny tradition began:when I discovered a caterpillar on flickr,I sent the link to Doug and when he discovered one,he also told me !!! So this was a kind of "caterpillar-friendship"!!! :-))
    Doug is a "Mother Nature's Son",he loves flowers,trees,mountains,biking............-and he LOVES his daughter,who will also be an able photographer one day
    Doug is a nice and friendly guy and a dedicated comment-writer.
    Because of his last minimalistic shots I see a development in his photography; he zooms in on the essential things.
    Ausserdem möchte er immer deutsch lernen. Doug,bitte verbessere meine grammatischen Fehler in diesem testimonial!! :-))"

    23rd July, 2007

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    Misty DawnS says:

    "Doug is an extremely talented photographer. There is no doubt about that, if you just look through his photo stream! His photos are breathtaking, beautiful, fun, creative, and inspiring. BUT I'm writing this testimonial to say that not only is Doug a fabulous photographer who has inspired me numerous times, he is also a very kind, friendly, and generous person. I consider him one of my dearest flickr friends, and he has taken time out to help me when I've had a question. I sincerely respect Doug's talent, and I am sincerely thankful for his generous spirit and friendship."

    27th June, 2007

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    Ronen M says:

    "A few words about my great experience on your photostream:
    I just love your work !

    You creates a special mood with each piece you creates.
    I find You very creative. Your pictures are great and interesting.
    I'm immpressed with Your artwork and wishs that you'll see
    me as your friend.

    Keep on the good work,

    Ronen"

    7th June, 2007

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    aktion1 says:

    "I like most of the Fotos that Douglas posts : excellent.
    In communication he is assiduous, friendly and advertent.
    My best Wishes for him."

    2nd March, 2007

Joined:
October 2005
Hometown:
Murrysville, PA
Occupation:
software developer
Website:
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