Tuesday, January 01, 2008

For The Win


As I pondered over the approaching new year, my imagination took my thoughts to the game of pool. In “8-ball“, the game is won when all your targeted balls have been pocketed and you successfully pocket the 8-ball last.

I like to think that I’m on the verge of some great things in my life this year. 2008 will not be like 2006 or 2007, but will be a year of “new beginnings” for me. I’ve placed these hopes and dreams into God’s hands and with His help, I believe it will indeed be a great new year for me…and I hope for you too.

As I’ve said before, this photo blog of mine has been built to be my portfolio. I’m not sure how often I will be posting, but I will post new images and commentary from time to time. Please feel free to dig deep and explore this site to view my photographs and stories.

Until next time…

-Chad

38 comments:

Lori said...

Chad,

It's nice to see a new post from you. I hope that this new year is filled with many joys and blessings for you.

Here's to new adventures, new friendships and wonderful new moments with dreams fulfilled in 2008!

Blessings!

Anna said...

Great shot Chad! I hope that you had a very Happy Christmas! And of course....enjoy 08! :) I look forward to your posts when you can!

photowannabe said...

Hey Chad its good to see a new post from you. It sounds like you are on the verge of some new great things. When you are in God's hands how can you falter. Wishing you the very best in 2008 and just let us know from time to time what's happening in your life. I care and want to know.
Sue

Lucy said...

Yay!!! You're back!! I'm glad.
Happy New Year to you too!!

Kekiinani said...

Hi Chad, Nice angles in this shot!! Wishing you the best 2008 ever... Happy New Year... Aloha, Renee :) :)

Lara said...

happy new year, chad. i'm glad you're feeling so good about new beginnings - they can often be scary. of course, placing your life in God's hands is a great way to feel more secure about it all (even though we already know that it was really in His hands all along).

oh, and i love the picture, too. :)

Jessica said...

Nice shot, Chad. It's great to see a new post from you. I wish you the best new beginnings in 2008! :)

TRM said...

Good luck moving forward this year Chad, I'm looking forward to new opportunities this year myself. Be confident, belive, and you will shine. Have a great '08.

imac said...

Hi Chad, welcome back with a great photo.

Did the ball fall? or did it just stop at the edge??


Visit my Picture Story.

~Brenda said...

Chad, I like the angle of the eight ball and your blog name on the edge of the table!

Your approach to 2008 is great!
Wishing You A Wonderful New Year!

Nestor Family said...

Happy New Year to you, too!

I am sure your year will be great. (The Great One is good like that!)

I wish blessings to you.

Tom said...

Here's hoping that 2008 turns out to be just what you want it to be and more Chad.. much more.

Coy Hill said...

Cool Shot!!!

Best of luck in your new adventures! May 2008 be the Year of Chad!

Joel Reynolds said...

Very cool shot, Chad - I hope 08 is a great year for you, man.

Joel

Chica, Cienna, and Cali said...

Hey Chad, glad to see you back :)

Have a great 2008 .....I'm sure it has tons of great things in store for you ...good luck with all that you intend to achieve in the coming year :)

Blue Wave 707 said...

A belated Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

Great photo!

May the Lord be with you in 2008!

Gabriella said...

Happy New Year! Want to hear something crazy I received some "Happy New Year" text messages from friends around 3am Jan.1st! And they got the ones I sent them around that time too. Even though I sent them at 12am. Guess there were too many texts going out! Anywhoo....Happy New Year and I hope there are more posts to come.

Michele @ crazyfordesign said...

I think 2008 will definitely be a great year for all of us!

Ashley said...

Hi Chad. Great shot, and great perspective! Hope the new year brings you all that you could wish for!
Happy New Years!

Catherine said...

I like your 8~ball shot...and your thoughts & ponderings about the New Year! I wish you a wonderful New Year full Of wonderful New beginnings!!
And I have missed exploring your site~I have lots of catching up to do..all those beautiful images & wonderful stories!!
Cat

David Pentecost said...

Vote for Pedro in 2008!

Hey everyone else already said all the cool stuff.

ASHE said...

Chad, you have built yourself a wonderful portfolio, and you have helped to draw at least three other people into the bloggisphere. What an effect you have had!

Keep the posts coming, I love to see your take on the world. May your 2008 turn out to be all you hope and more :)

Sand said...

Its at least 4, I knew you drew in your family members, and Amy drew me in, and now its an obsession and a huge part of my de-stress program. So I have you to thank. Hope you have a great 2008!

gaz said...

howdy bro.
a hippity hoppity happy new year to you. may you experience god's blessings in all you do.
oh... great shot btw!

Kerri Farley said...

Great to see a post from you again Chad!! Very neat shot you have here!

You can NEVER go wrong when you place everything in HIS hands!

Laurie said...

Happy New Year to you. All the best.

I really like this photo with this post.

lv2scpbk said...

I was wondering when you'd be back. Great shot. My hairdresser told me last week that they made an ice sculpture a few years ago, like the ones I posted, with a pool table, all the balls and the cue stick that actually worked if you wanted to play. I didn't see that one. They do different ones each year.

laurel said...

Great shot Chad. Happy 2008!zbc

kbguy said...

you are very creative. from something we see everyday, u turn them into nice photos. i really like them...

Anna said...

Hey you! When you coming back?!?!? Hope you are well there! Miss your blog and pics!

Shionge said...

Hiya Chad, sorry been away for such a long time.

Still, wishing you well in 2008 and yes, until then. Take care and be safe!

Anna said...

Hey! Did you see my earlier posts? I am in business now! :) YAY! I am glad you are well....I think of ya often!

Anna said...

Totally wanted to share that with you! It has been a crazy year so far!

Bill said...

Love the angle of the shot (so to speak) :)

Nabeel said...

perfect symmetry in this picture. I like it :) good luck this year.

Shionge said...

Hiya Chad it has been a while so I thought I'll drop by to send my greetings to you and your family :D

Missing you already!

Anonymous said...

I like this photo. I think its intresting!

JAM said...

The framing and lighting of this one is perfect. Wonderfully done.