My First HDR Image

Here's my first attempt at an HDR image. This is the railway bridge connecting Northport and Tuscaloosa. I used the trial version of the Photomatix software.

I'm Not Even Sure What to Say...

No, this is not a parody...

Out with the Sticky Wall: A Change in Blogging Philosophy

Being an aspiring blogger, it is tempting to simply throw some content on the blog on a daily basis just to see what sticks. However, I've resolved to only post when I truly have something interesting or notable to actually write about. Therefore, you won't see as many posts here as you would have on my previous blogging efforts, but hopefully the quality of the content will be vastly improved. If you are running a blog, how do you feel about the balance between quality and quantity?

Brother Micah

"Brother" Micah Armstrong made his appearance on the University of Alabama campus again yesterday, occupying the "free speech" zone near the Ferguson Center for a considerable length of time. That's him in the center of the ring of students in the photo below.

For a quick taste of Armstrong and his tactics, check out this YouTube video.

Missing!

Our city-issued trashcan. It used to sit here:

What kind of person steals a trashcan? Last seen Friday night. Guess I'll be calling the City tomorrow to see if they can bring me another one. I hope they don't charge me :(

UPDATE: They want me to pay $55 for a new can!! Apparently, the City isn't liable for stolen cans! What a crock...

UPDATE 2: I coughed up the $55 this morning. The City will deliver my new can tomorrow. They said the new can is mine and I can do whatever I want to with it. Perhaps I will take it with me when we move.