Running Reflections by alophoto

Running Reflections

The Flying Pig Marathon was here in Cincinnati yesterday. 9 years ago, I ran it with my husband. He was the photographer of the family back then and it killed me that he brought a camera along (a disposable) to snap shots along the way. I wanted to do well. I wanted to win the thing;-). I did NOT want to stop for photos. Funny how things change over the years.

No marathons for me since, but I tried a few more times only to finally be diagnosed with arthritis in my knees. I still do run, only much shorter distances. A 5K is my typical length now.

I miss being so hardcore and able to run marathon distances. But happy to have completed one and have a few photos of myself (thanks to Michael) and a medal to prove it.

Here is a cropped version of only the reflections here: http://365project.org/amandal/themes-challeng/2013-05-06 What is your preference?
Your photo came out so well! A great reflection shot!
May 6th, 2013  
Life changes and now you are an excellent photographer. Fantastic capture.
May 6th, 2013  
Beautiful shot Amanda, love the warm tones of the setting sun in the water.
May 6th, 2013  
Nice dash of bright pink and i like the reflections so much Amanda, i wonder what a crop just on top of the stones, to show only the reflection would. Look like? Jus a thought. Lovely tones from the sky too.
May 6th, 2013  
Nice to see this runner - is that you? And the reflections!
May 6th, 2013  
Wonderful reflection! I love the pink hue to the sky. Looks so pretty in the water. Good for you on completing a marathon!
May 6th, 2013  
Amazing reflection. Love those bright colours xx
May 6th, 2013  
Pea
Really great shot. Love the way most of the pic is the reflection and the splash of pink :-)
May 6th, 2013  
Lovely shot and reflections.
May 6th, 2013  
@happysnap Thanks for the suggestion and comments, sweet lady! I added a cropped version in my other album. I'll tag you:).
May 6th, 2013  
Kev
Agree with @deeganp , like the use of reflection in most of the picture.
May 7th, 2013  
great shot. i love the reflection
May 7th, 2013  
@emrob I'm curious to know which one you like better this one above or the cropped one linked.
May 7th, 2013  
Perfect !!
May 7th, 2013  
gosh, I am not sure which shot I prefer most.......I think maybe the other one a little more, but both are great
May 7th, 2013  
Great composition!
May 7th, 2013  
Great composition!
May 7th, 2013  
Great capture and love the reflection.
May 7th, 2013  
beautiful reflection!!!
May 7th, 2013  
So pretty! I really love the reflections in this and the beautiful pinkish-orange color. I love how you composed this, with the runner and how bright her clothes are. I think between the two, I prefer this one, the original. Fave.
May 7th, 2013  
Nice reflections and colours :)
May 7th, 2013  
Fantastic capture, love the reflections.
May 7th, 2013  
Meg
this is beautiful with the pop of pink and the lovely reflections! i am considering moving to Cincinnati/Kentucky area this summer since my hubby has a job there now. How do you like it?
May 7th, 2013  
@megmills Meg, we moved a year ago and we LOVE it!! We moved from CA and FL before living here (so we lived in nice places before). Where are you coming from? I'd say stay in OH rather than KY if you can. You can email me at theohlomonacos@gmail.com if you want to chat more. We are in the Maineville/Mason area by Kings Island.
May 7th, 2013  
Meg
@amandal Oh good...thank you...I will email you when I get home. I'm in Phoenix, Arizona now...oh a 3 hour time difference, too. So it'll be tonight your time. :)
May 7th, 2013  
Stunning reflection!
May 7th, 2013  
Awesome reflection, lighting and composition. I admire you for the strength you have, most people would of given up all together but you keep going even if it means doing less of what you love....you rock Amanda =)
May 7th, 2013  
@emrob Love that you love this, my friend. I forget...are you a runner, too?! Wish we could run!
May 7th, 2013  
@amandal I'm just pretending to be right now. lol. Doing that C25K app on my phone and am up to Week 6, I think? So I'm wanting to build up to it and become one, but am taking it slow. Right now, it just feels great to be healthy, you know? Husband and I are doing a working out/eating right regime together.
May 7th, 2013  
@emrob I've heard people swear by that program. So glad that you and your hubby are doing healthy together. Cool!
May 7th, 2013  
Really nice reflection shot.
May 8th, 2013  
good reflection, i like the light better though.
May 8th, 2013  
cool shot....5 km is still pretty good if you ask me! :D
May 9th, 2013  
@anazad511 And I try to put my hardcoreness into my photography, by laying on the ground and getting dirty for photos. Thanks, sweet friend!!

May 9th, 2013  
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Thanks so much for your wonderful comments, suggestions and support. You all are wonderful. And no, the runner here is not me this time. I was out walking with my family and shooting that night. Last night I walked the dog again and was so annoyed to have left my camera home. The reflections in the lake were amazing for the reflection setting challenge. Shoot! Maybe tonight?!
May 9th, 2013  
Beautiful reflections in the photo, and the words reflect how our priorities can change with each season of life.
May 11th, 2013  
@calm Thanks, Cathy.
May 13th, 2013  
Amazing reflection and I love the feel of this capture. It makes me miss my 'alone time' and running. I haven't had a lot of either in recent years. Really lovely shot. (I was diagnosed with arthritis in my right hip this year! That and the shingles made me feel about 100)
May 15th, 2013  
@edie What is with arthritis in young people?! Sheesh. Hope that you can get in some alone time soon. Wanna meet up in NYC next month? June 22 is one that Michael Elliot is hosting.
May 15th, 2013  
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