A collection of photography and exploration focusing on Upstate South Carolina and beyond.
This weekend Laura and I made our biennial trip to Boone, North Carolina, for the Furman-Appalachian State football game. It’s usually one of our favorite game road trips, with the leaves turning and the air taking on its first hint of crispness. The recent tropical weather had left roads in a mess, however, and even … Read More “You can’t get there from here…” »
I just finished reading Mindy Friddle’s novel, The Garden Angel. The story is set in the community of San Souci, just outside of, and about to be consumed by the mythical city of “Palmetto.” It’s a tale of longing for the way things were, and of a young woman who can’t give up her past, … Read More “Living in the Past” »
In the 1980’s in South Carolina there was a really hot band called The Killer Whales. This power trio turned out originals with tight funky riffs that still sound great, and could easily blow away any of the alternative drek being churned out today. It’s a strange twist of fate that their compadres from the … Read More “Whale Watching” »
The Ethics of Digital Manipulation This past weekend we celebrated my father’s 80th birthday. His actual birthday was August 3, but the weekend worked out better for a surprise party, and surprise him we did. About 80 people turned out for the first Taylor male to make it to the age of 80. Obviously, such … Read More “To Photoshop or Not To Photoshop:” »
Happy 80th!
No, I’m not talking about a porno film. Paul W and I decided to paddle a section of the French Broad River today. I was tired of the crowds of "float bubbas" with their inner tubes on the Green River, so another venue was in order. Specifically, I was looking for the following: 1. a … Read More “Paddling the French Broad” »
On Weekend Edition on Sunday, July 18, commentator Daniel Shorr spoke of the sameness of the news lately. He offered a fill-in-the-blanks version of current headlines. To honor his commentary, I have re-created his do-it-yourself news using HTML forms… number of people were killed today in Select One suicide bombing roadside ambush sniper attach in Select One … Read More “Choose Your News” »
First Law: A robot may not injure a human being, or, through inaction, allow a human being to come to harm. Second Law: A robot must obey orders given it by human beings, except where such orders would conflict with the First Law. Third Law: A robot must protect its own existence as long as … Read More “I, Ripoff?” »
When I started out in educational technology I had next to no budget for equipment. I had 12 computers in my classroom, eight of which would run Windows 3.1, and the rest limited to DOS. I became a big fan of Fred d’Ignazio’s Multimedia on a Shoestring Budget, collecting old VCRs and other cast-off gear … Read More “Upgrade Fever” »
NOTE: This restaurant is now closed Some restaurant locations are jinxed. On Wade Hampton Boulevard stands an unusual building with a multipointed roof that has been The Gazebo, Swensens Ice Cream, Driggers Barbecue, and now is the new home of the Acropolis. I’m hoping the Acropolis can overcome the curse, because their food is superb, … Read More “A Visit to the Acropolis” »