Little Photographs.

Keeping the calm

2010-04-15T21:57:00.001-07:00

Keeping the calm, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Sure, its hard to dodge lazers while trying to take down tie fighters and keep your son sleeping the whole time. We all just have to try our hardest I suppose.

Fire and Rescue

2010-04-14T17:49:00.001-07:00

Fire and Rescue, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Neighbor called the Fire Department (not sure why, nothing happened). Regardless, Desmond was able to bear witness to this large truck with an equally large-sounding diesel engine idle in front of the house for a moment or two.

Energy Harvest

2010-04-09T20:34:00.001-07:00

Energy Harvest, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

A very cool solar panel setup on top of a parking garage (Morristown Parking Authority building). The whole building was built "green" using daylighting, geothermal water temperature regulation and the above solar installation to name a few.

Subway

2010-04-07T21:20:00.001-07:00

Subway, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

I can no longer continue project 365. Shifts in my work schedule make it hard for me to stick to taking a picture a day, and if it feels forced the work produced is poor. I will still take and post photographs to this blog though so keep it locked!

This is the subway coming home from Brooklyn the night of Pia's art show and meeting Michael at Food Swings. Des had a great time riding the trains, though the first two minutes were looking grim we were able to turn it around!

Where's My Cereal? 162/365

2010-03-29T09:24:00.001-07:00

Where's My Cereal? 162/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Boil 161/365

2010-03-29T09:23:00.001-07:00

Boil 161/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Pasta!

New York Penn 160/365

2010-03-27T20:54:00.001-07:00

New York Penn 160/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

On our way home from Brooklyn we had ~45 minutes for the train to arrive. Des was such a fun kid all day, he enjoyed the trains and had a blast at Pia's art show.

Cypress 159/365

2010-03-26T07:59:00.001-07:00

Cypress 159/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

A nice day at Tabbys Place in Ringoes, NJ. Cypress lives with one of Des' favorite cats, Max.

Disappointment 158/365

2010-03-23T19:52:00.001-07:00

Disappointment 158/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Waiting and waiting for these high-output cooler lights to come in, and its a box full of glass and mercury dust (supposed to be 10 fluorescent tubes).

Trains 157/365

2010-03-22T18:47:00.001-07:00

Trains 157/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Here we can see a steam engine, pushing a diesel, pushing a passenger car.

Animal Hole 156/365

2010-03-22T18:46:00.005-07:00

Animal Hole 156/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

A recent facination: the two holes in our yard which we postulate were made by baby chipmunks. He loves to leave grapes for the to eat.

Bye Bye 155/365

2010-03-22T18:46:00.003-07:00

Bye Bye 155/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Blue vs Red.

Red is winning.

The Trees and the Light 154/365

2010-03-22T18:46:00.001-07:00

The Trees and the Light 154/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

The title really says it all.

Happy Mom 153/365

2010-03-22T18:45:00.003-07:00

Happy Mom 153/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Bonding on a nice afternoon.

Self Blurred Self Portrait 152/365

2010-03-22T18:45:00.001-07:00

Self Blurred Self Portrait 152/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Trying to pan and keep in the frame.

Ouch! 151/365

2010-03-13T10:51:00.001-08:00

Ouch! 151/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Closed my thumb in a safe.

DORK! 150/365

2010-03-13T10:50:00.005-08:00

DORK! 150/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

First bike ride on a decent-enough day.

French Roast 149/365

2010-03-13T10:50:00.003-08:00

French Roast 149/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

My personal favorite.

Throwing Stones 148/365

2010-03-13T10:50:00.001-08:00

Throwing Stones 148/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Fun at the park.

Almost two! 147/365

2010-03-05T18:15:00.001-08:00

Almost two! 147/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

The day before his big birthday! Round two of night-weaning is starting off well, I made up a story about the Ninja Turtles saving a rabbit, then saving the rabbits friend.

Wonderpets 146/365

2010-03-05T18:14:00.001-08:00

Wonderpets 146/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Slept the night with Daddy in the first night of night-weaning!

Red Paint 145/365

2010-03-04T00:12:00.001-08:00

Red Paint 145/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Finally done painting this room at work red, after one coat of primer and four of "red delicious." I must say it does look pretty good.

Done with Dishes 144/365

2010-03-02T20:52:00.001-08:00

Done with Dishes 144/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Allowed to dry for the night, the sink and the dobie can get some rest.

Last Brownie 143/365

2010-03-01T21:30:00.001-08:00

Last Brownie 143/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

And I ate it up.

Bathtime! 142/365

2010-02-28T21:05:00.001-08:00

Bathtime! 142/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

I remember thinking this bathtub was huge when I was young, and that swimming inside of it seemed like a feasable possibility. Its fun to watch someone go through that whole thing again!

Transaction 141/365

2010-02-27T19:25:00.001-08:00

Transaction 141/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

This cashier once told me in detail about how much she hates a fake laugh.

Bathroom Floor 140/365

2010-02-25T19:21:00.001-08:00

Bathroom Floor 140/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Not much to say about this one.

Chopsticks! 139/365

2010-02-24T19:55:00.001-08:00

Chopsticks! 139/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

First try at cheater-chopsticks was a success! He even picked up a chunk of rice and ate it without dropping a bit!

The Smoker 138/365

2010-02-23T20:07:00.001-08:00

The Smoker 138/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

The colors of stainless steel 137/365

2010-02-22T21:41:00.001-08:00

The colors of stainless steel 137/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Stainless steel looking like burnt titanium through the help of saturation control.

Laundry 136/365

2010-02-21T20:46:00.003-08:00

Laundry 136/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

About time to wash the diapers.

Sink 135/365

2010-02-21T20:46:00.001-08:00

Sink 135/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Doin' the dishes.

Garlic 134/365

2010-02-19T21:03:00.001-08:00

Garlic 134/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Making dinner together was fun! When your counter space is an 18" square you find creative spaces to prepare and stage ingredients and food. Regardless the broiled tofu with sauteed veggies smothered in cheezy sauce was amazing!

Chute 133/365

2010-02-18T22:24:00.001-08:00

Chute 133/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Crusted with old milk. The hydraulic ram drives back and forth methodically, performing its job day and night.

Ceiling 132/365

2010-02-18T01:11:00.001-08:00

Ceiling 132/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Afternoon sun spread smoothly across the bedroom ceilling.

Crimini 131/365

2010-02-16T15:21:00.003-08:00

Crimini 131/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Flowers 130/365

2010-02-16T15:21:00.001-08:00

Flowers 130/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Mother and Child 129/365

2010-02-14T14:27:00.001-08:00

Mother and Child 129/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Bundled up and close together, warmth and love and can be shared easily!

Fork Club 128/365

2010-02-12T21:58:00.001-08:00

Fork Club 128/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

A gathering of many forks usually brings a great feast or an angry mob chasing someone down. I'm always hoping for the feast.

Keys 127/365

2010-02-11T09:29:00.001-08:00

Keys 127/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Hanging up all nice and warm while their counterpart is buried in snow.

Blizzard 126/365

2010-02-10T21:21:00.001-08:00

Blizzard 126/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Crazy day with our first blizzard in a while in North Jersey. Snow was flying horizontally and we have at least 12" on the ground now.

Wait 125/365

2010-02-09T19:26:00.001-08:00

Wait 125/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Waiting for the snow.

Winter Spillway 124/365

2010-02-08T20:44:00.001-08:00

Winter Spillway 124/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

This spillway is always drawing me near to photograph it. Today I wore my barn boots out on a little winter hike with Des and my brother and learned while taking this picture (standing in a foot of water) that my boots had a leak.

Sleeper 123/365

2010-02-07T22:14:00.001-08:00

Sleeper 123/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

This truck has been sleeping soundly in the parking lot at work for two nights. I always wonder what trucks are hauling. Trucking is intriguing to me because on one hand its very precise and can get goods to smaller and more remote areas, at the same time its very inefficient compared to rail freight. Either way, I love the sound of Jake Brakes.

Labor 122/365

2010-02-06T22:14:00.001-08:00

Labor 122/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Gotta work to earn the rent.

Coloring 121/365

2010-02-05T20:21:00.001-08:00

Coloring 121/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Little works of art on college ruled paper.

Waiting 120/365

2010-02-04T21:22:00.001-08:00

Waiting 120/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Waiting for thee who tied me to this metal tree.

Done Shoveling 118/365

2010-02-03T21:57:00.001-08:00

Done Shoveling 118/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Finally at the end of the driveway.

Windows 118/365

2010-02-02T22:22:00.001-08:00

Windows 118/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

I will never grow tired of photographing this wonderful little man!

Hair neck and ears 117/365

2010-02-01T21:09:00.001-08:00

Hair neck and ears 117/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Self portrait from the point of view of a fist about to give me a clean uppercut.

Tracing the Hand 116/365

2010-01-31T20:12:00.001-08:00

Tracing the Hand 116/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Des and Grandma enjoying crayola and paper.

Photovoltaic 114/365

2010-01-29T22:16:00.001-08:00

Photovoltaic 114/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Standing on top of a not so average supermarket roof.

The Steps 113/365

2010-01-28T22:11:00.001-08:00

The Steps 113/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Off to shovel the little snow that seemed to have huge impacts in traffic..

Texture, shape and luminosity 112/365

2010-01-27T20:51:00.001-08:00

Texture, shape and luminosity 112/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

All wrapped up into a little 16x9 frame.

Mother and Son 111/365

2010-01-26T22:31:00.001-08:00

Mother and Son 111/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

And for photograph number one one one, we have a wonderful pic of mother and son, enjoying a walk on a nice day (for January).

Coffee Silt 110/365

2010-01-25T19:13:00.001-08:00

Coffee Silt 110/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

I was told my grandmother used to read the coffee grounds from a cup of turkish coffee (a style which includes a portion of the grounds in the cup). I always appreciate the shapes and textures left behind a satisfying cup.

Grandma 109/365

2010-01-24T10:36:00.001-08:00

Grandma 109/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

The formation of a strong and fulfilling relationship.

Untitled 108/365

2010-01-23T22:30:00.001-08:00

Untitled 108/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Gotta get the gas. Gotta get a candy bar. Gotta get some cash. Gotta get a magazine. Gotta get a coffee. Gotta get some smokes. Gotta go!

Father and Son 107/365

2010-01-22T20:18:00.001-08:00

Father and Son 107/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Super Stealth remote control in the right hand.

The Boy 106/365

2010-01-21T20:05:00.001-08:00

The Boy 106/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Loved the way the light caught him this morning in the midst of playing with Thomas trains.

Servsafe 105/365

2010-01-20T20:36:00.001-08:00

Servsafe 105/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Spent the day learning about proper food handling. That and I love stainless steel in high contrast.

Coat Check 104/365 (cheater)

2010-01-19T22:06:00.001-08:00

Coat Check 104/365 (cheater), originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Caught this in a moment of post-partying clarity at Bill's wedding.

Did not snap a single image today. This was November.

Coffee Break 103/365

2010-01-18T22:44:00.001-08:00

Coffee Break 103/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

A time I look forward to five days a week.

FIshes 102/365

2010-01-17T20:04:00.001-08:00

FIshes 102/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

I think I did a pretty good arranging the fish at work today considering I'm vegan.

Midtown Direct 101/365

2010-01-16T22:38:00.001-08:00

Midtown Direct 101/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Little man is very fascinated with trains recently so we visited the station to see the real thing.

The Soldier 100/365

2010-01-15T22:58:00.001-08:00

The Soldier 100/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Yes, that is a gameboy color with a red cartridge in it, I hope its pokemon red.

I'm breaking all the rules for number 100, I actually took this on my second wedding anniversary on the way home from NYC (7/21/09).

Family 99/365

2010-01-14T10:13:00.001-08:00

Family 99/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Enjoying an afternoon nap.

Curves and loops 98/365

2010-01-13T10:54:00.001-08:00

Curves and loops 98/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Forms found in a common kitchen.

CAT! 97/365

2010-01-12T22:02:00.001-08:00

CAT! 97/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Almost looks like a mouse.

Circles 96/365

2010-01-11T20:21:00.001-08:00

Circles 96/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Finding form in the bathroom.

J 95/365

2010-01-10T21:50:00.001-08:00

J 95/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Rockin a sweet head of clean dreads.

The Victor 94/365

2010-01-10T00:01:00.001-08:00

The Victor 94/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Winner of the Wii at our holiday party. Not too long ago he won an iPod at a store meeting!

Never Ends 93/365

2010-01-08T21:21:00.001-08:00

Never Ends 93/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

An animals waste is noticed much more when its not carried away by a municipal sewer system.

Under the deck 92/365

2010-01-07T16:51:00.001-08:00

Under the deck 92/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Being held captive by an almost-two-year-old in the brig of a pirate ship at Imagine That.

Escalator V 91/365

2010-01-06T22:15:00.001-08:00

Escalator V 91/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Here the human animal is seen making a "V" formation in the passing of eachother during an excursion to the mall.

Sickface 90/365

2010-01-05T19:14:00.001-08:00

Sickface 90/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Rough day, Des's "little sickness" exploded on me and my wife.

Afternoon lazy 89/365

2010-01-04T17:25:00.001-08:00

Afternoon lazy 89/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Des is a little sick so we spent the day lounging around, playing, watching youtube videos and getting better!

Playing with knives 88/365

2010-01-04T17:24:00.001-08:00

Playing with knives 88/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Awesome fruit that velcros together, teaching children how to deftly control a knife.

Stair Spy 87/365

2010-01-02T20:36:00.001-08:00

Stair Spy 87/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Had an excellent time at the traditional holiday party featuring the crazy present stealing game!

This is how we brush our teeth 86/365

2010-01-01T21:13:00.001-08:00

This is how we brush our teeth 86/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

I think I will give the Pentax a break for a week and bring in the new year with a week of cellphone pics. As imperfect as they are they can capture some great moments.

Car Fire 85/365

2009-12-31T21:09:00.001-08:00

Car Fire 85/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Rt 280. White minivan. I hope everyone is OK.

Follow the light 84/365

2009-12-30T10:33:00.001-08:00

Follow the light 84/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Mucking about near the train tracks on my brothers birthday.

This is how we clean our clothes 83/365

2009-12-29T21:08:00.001-08:00

This is how we clean our clothes 83/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

soap + water = a new start

Mike 82/365

2009-12-28T21:09:00.001-08:00

Mike 82/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

To renew the lease or to not renew the lease, that is the question.

Rooftop 81/365

2009-12-27T22:18:00.001-08:00

Rooftop 81/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Missed a day due to a busy day and intoxicated night with family and friends. Its a leap year so I will still have 365 photos, it makes for a good excuse anyways.

View from the Gorillapod 80/265

2009-12-25T22:07:00.001-08:00

View from the Gorillapod 80/265, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Merry Christmas everyone!

Old Hand 79/365

2009-12-24T20:18:00.001-08:00

Old Hand 79/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Christmas eve was a fun celebration as is tradition for the Cypriot side of our family. Its one of the days my Pappou (grandfather) can come back from the nursing home and eat a real meal with everyone and we are all glad to share it with him.

Night commuter 78/365

2009-12-23T21:57:00.001-08:00

Night commuter 78/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Driving home at 11:30pm is kind of cool, there is almost no one on the roads and it goes by very quickly. The bane of night commuter's existence is the lights with no car sensors, the ones on a timer that let every side go every three minutes.

Winter river 77/365

2009-12-22T18:37:00.001-08:00

Winter river 77/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

A pleasant and quiet walk through Passaic River Park, 90% of the tracks were all non-human.

Mix! 76/365

2009-12-21T22:22:00.001-08:00

Mix! 76/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Desmond helped me make sesame tofu with brown rice and broccoli today. He had a great time pouring the rice and water in the rice cooker, handing me the broccoli to chop, and most of all, getting to mix! I foresee him laying a three course meal out for us at 7, but we will see :)

Ode to the hoodie 75/365

2009-12-20T20:23:00.001-08:00

Ode to the hoodie 75/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

There is something about the connection of head gear with a jacket that tugs at my heart strings. Many a chill has been curbed by your soft fabric.

This is how we shovel at night 74/365

2009-12-19T19:10:00.001-08:00

This is how we shovel at night 74/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

The mid-atlantic and northeast is being slammed with snow as winter makes it presence known a few days before the solstice.

The Growing Child 73/365

2009-12-18T20:30:00.001-08:00

The Growing Child 73/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Des has been really taking on a personality recently. He loses himself in what is borderline maniacal laughter, happy to get everyone around him involved and in tune.

Electric Holiday 72/365

2009-12-17T20:05:00.001-08:00

Electric Holiday 72/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

I can't think of a holiday that consumes more electricity than Christmas.

Blackberries 71/365

2009-12-16T22:40:00.001-08:00

Blackberries 71/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Mass production concludes this week of food photos. I hope it was yummy for you too!

Cucumbers 70/365

2009-12-15T19:31:00.001-08:00

Cucumbers 70/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Chop chop mix mix click click.

Kale 69/365

2009-12-14T19:47:00.001-08:00

Kale 69/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Leafy, yes. Delicious, yes. Nutritious, super yes! Beautiful? You be the judge!

Spice 68/365

2009-12-13T20:42:00.001-08:00

Spice 68/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Would be lost in the kitchen without them.

Coffee 67/365

2009-12-12T10:34:00.001-08:00

Coffee 67/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

Oh how I love thee. I received an early christmas present of a coffeemaker because our feline housemates broke the old one I had.

I have decided to take a week of food related photos, starting with #65.

(Vegan) Brownies a la mode 66/365

2009-12-11T20:51:00.001-08:00

(Vegan) Brownies a la mode 66/365, originally uploaded by Matticushand.

All I can say is wow. That was delicious.