Galileo55's photostream  

Bowen, Resiman, Ham, Antonelli, Good and Sellers are in STS132, Atlantis, as she emerges from the cloud of smoke created by the main engine and solid rocket boosters. When on the launch pad the top of the vehicle is about equivalent to the tower on the right. While NASA has more spectacular photos, being in the presence of a shuttle launch conveys a sense of magnificance and wonder. I'm sadden that the United States does not currently have a manned launch program and that the country is losing its will to maintain a manned space program.

Tried to take some detailed photographs of the building but was thrown off the property by the security guard.

Same as adjacent photo with a frame added. On my way to work, as I was nearling the bridge, I thought to myself the fog is beginning to look interesting today. But I had an 8am meeting, although it was only 6am. After crossing the bridge and paying the toll, I turned around and drove into the Marin Headlands and took this shot; I prefer this shot to one a couple of week earlier, as the south tower's position relative to the city is improved, in my opinion. A number of photographers, professional and amateur gathered throughout the morning. And yes, I left around 7:15 and made my 8am meeting. The sky is somewhat blown out, so a frame helps. HDR would also assist here, as well or perhaps a gradual ND filter?

On my way to work, as I was nearling the bridge, I thought to myself the fog is beginning to look interesting today. But I had an 8am meeting, although it was only 6am. After crossing the bridge and paying the toll, I turned around and drove into the Marin Headlands and took this shot; I prefer this shot to one a couple of week earlier, as the south tower's position relative to the city is improved, in my opinion. A number of photographers, professional and amateur gathered throughout the morning. And yes, I left around 7:15 and made my 8am meeting.

Egret in the morning sun, taking a break from foraging for food.