
The new year is a good time for some cool, calm reflection on our lives. It’s a time to take a crystal clear look at where we’ve been and where we’re going. A lot of folks like to make resolutions on this day of the year, but I find that planning a big change on a certain date does not carry the gravitas needed for success.
Anyway, I can’t believe it’s 2024! I remember when the year 2000 seemed so futuristic, and I wondered if I’d live long enough to see it. Where’s those flying cars?
As for me, I’m just going to grab my camera, mount my sturdy beast, and head into the wilds, continuing to do what I love most. Happy New Year!!

–Photos by me (and AI)
Wow, that AI picture really had me going. Brilliant, Michael. I’m not one for resolutions, either. All the best for 2024. As always, I look forward to reading you, and seeing the pictures of your part of the world.
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Thank you, Michael, and may the new year be kind to you! I always enjoy your posts; the way the words flow, I always think, “I wish I could write like that!” Happy New Year!
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You’re very kind, Michael, also a little hard on yourself. Your work is great, and I always look out for it.
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Happy New Year to you and to your loved ones.
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Thanks, and Happy New Year to you too!
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Thank you, Isebelle!
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Happy New Year to you, your family and friends
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Thank you, waleed!! Happy New Year to you,too!!
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Happy New Year 2024 !
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Happy New Year!!
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Happy New Year!
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Happy New Year to you, too! Keep up that great writing!
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Thank you π
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Happy New Year brother. All the best for the new year doing what you are doing. It’s great work. Flying car??? Don’t you think our roads are dangerous enough. I would like one coming through my window at night or evening the day. Have fun. Go jolly.
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Ha, thank you,Kenneth! You have a Happy New Year, too! Ya, maybe flying cars wouldn’t be such a good idea.
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That is a brilliant bit of AI. I’ve not been so successful with it and can’t figure out what I’m doing wrong…
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Thank you, Grace! I hope you can figure it out, cuz it’s a lot of fun!
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Happy New Year!
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Happy New Year! Looking forward to your posts in ’24!
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You & AI, π. You do good work together. Love it!. Happy New Year.
Pat
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Thank you, Pat! I always look forward to your writing. Happy New Year!
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The best to you in 2024!
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Thank you very much, Sandy! We’ve both been here now for…ever! Happy New Year!
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True!
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Happy New Year my friend
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Thank you much, friend. Keep up that great writing! Happy New Year!
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The photo is such fun! Happy new year, Michael! I look forward to your posts in 2024.π
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Thank you very much, Susan! You’re so kind! Happy New Year!
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Love it π€ π€ π€
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Thanks and have a great new year!!
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You too my friend π€
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Just βdiscoveredβ your writing and photography at the end of 2023, and Iβm very much looking forward to your β24 offerings! Happy new year, Michael.
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Thank you very much, Jake! Welcome aboard! Happy New Year!
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Great photo! Happy 2024
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Thank you, Jay, and Happy New Year!
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Happy New Year Michael! The pic is a hoot! Gave me a chuckle. All best wishes to you and your loved ones. ποΈπβ¨
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Ha, you probably know guys like that where you’re from! Thanks, Shelley, and Happy New Year!
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Love your steed! Happy New Year!
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Thank you Lane, he gets me around! lol. Happy New Year!
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You’re doing a great job, offering beautiful photos and engaging messages. Thank you and happy new year to you! The AI image is fantastic!
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Thank you, Michele with one L! Using AI images is a lot of fun, but getting out there and getting the images myself is even better! Happy New Year!
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That’s it, just one! ππ» You are welcome, Michael and yes, nothing compares to getting out there! ππ» Cheers to a year of nature’s beauty, healing, and quiet grandeur. ππ»
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Happy New Year!
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Thanks, Pooja! I hope you’re doing well and Happy New Year to you, too. Now write that book!
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Haha working on it and thanks as well!
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Happy New Year, Michael!
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Thank you very much, Dawn!
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