Tuesday, July 23, 2024
Though I have had my PayPal Zettle card reader for some time (ref post), I rarely have the opportunity to use it.
That said, recently I watched a Youtube video discussing the new Tap To Pay phone features offered through the PayPal Zettle App.
One of the reasons I
decided to upgrade my phone was to be able to install the new PayPal Zettle
App to handle Tap To Pay transactions. My old phone simply did not have the
resources to handle the new app. I more than doubled my storage capacity.
Happy with my new phone and though I was a little under the weather on my birthday, had lots of well wishes and gifts.
Monday, July 15, 2024
Today, I ran several errands and since I did my hair and makeup, upon returning- I decided to test different lighting scenarios using my new camera lights.
I have also been trying on some of my old clothes to see whether I am making progress with my diet.
The jumper I am wearing in some of the photos was purchased in a shop in Bermuda in the 90s. I purchased several outfits for the 7 day cruise out of Baltimore before we left, however, could not resist this jumper when I found it. The only clothing purchase I made while visiting the island.
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The following photos show some of the shoes I tried with the jumper. I cuffed the pant hems when trying on the flats.
Like others have discovered, I too like my photos taken using the reflections in mirrors. I continue to research how to use my lights and cameras without mirrors.
When I left the house this morning, my hair was curly and I thought I would
have it pinned up before I finished all of my errands. It has been hot and
humid in the Baltimore/Washington region. I still had a few curls
by the time I returned home. I started playing with the camera lights around 4PM this afternoon.
Other news, my birthday is Saturday and I got a new cell phone.
Though you cannot tell from the outfit I chose for the photos, I am happy with my weight loss progress.
Monday, July 08, 2024
My new camera lights arrived today. Though the shipment's outer packaging was a little shaky, the inner packing material around the lights was exceptional. There were also no instruction manuals for the lights nor tripods, however, everything was easy to fit together.
I was able to get a great deal on the whole setup and I am not complaining about anything.
Some of the specs on my new camera lighting setup:
- 2 Pack 100W LED Dimmable 3000-6000K 3 Colors w/remote
- 2 2.9M (9 feet 6.173 inches) Super Stable Stainless Steel Tripods
- 65cm Globe Lantern Softbox Bowens Mount Diffuser
In the following video I provide a brief demonstration of some the features of the lights.
I researched several options to update my inadequate camera lighting and decided a lot of professionals choose similar setups. I liked the idea of a more even disbursement of light with the Softbox lantern. I was able to stay within my budget with a more direct purchase route through suppliers I use for my online shop.
Friday, July 05, 2024
Since Monday, July 1, 2024 I have been reseaching issues with my office lighting, purchasing equipment, cooking, and celebrating the holiday.
Below, photos from recent days.
As noted in the above illustration some of the new lighting equipment has arrived. I will provide more information about my lighting solutions as related to video and photographic productions in the coming weeks.
Hope you are having a wonderful holiday weekend...
Wednesday, July 03, 2024
I cannot remember the last time I saw someone writing a check in the checkout line, that is until yesterday.
One of my errands yesterday, stop by Costco for these staples:
- Water
- Bathroom Tissue Paper
- Fruits
- Hawaiian Sweet Rolls
While there, a lady two customers in front of me in the checkout line- paid with a check. This seemed to take forever.
Do you want to ask why it is taking so long to put the Microsoft Publisher Check Writing Template on a WiredShops product page?
The answer is complicated. I want to say something like DOJ is allowing sales from my online site to be blocked, however, I cannot say for sure because my information is only abstract in nature.
I believe there is a similar issue with Maryland Bloggers. I get Maryland Bloggers emails from the online forms, however there is no contact information. It is as if the email information is being stripped. Yes, I installed the email forms correctly.
In abstract, I am also told DOJ is trying to correct this situation. That said, I have been told many things over the years, however, I am not holding my breath.
I tend to move on and come up with my next plan of action. These plans are mostly to do with business and not anything to do with hiring a lawyer. I have become a serial entrepreneur of sorts.
What I wore yesterday while out running errands? The dress is a long sleeve t-shirt type dress that I belted to distract from my slightly lumpy midsection. The good news, my midsection is a lot less lumpier so I did not wear shapewear nor a blazer. These days, the less I wear the cooler I am.
What I put on upon my return? Biking shorts and a t-shirt.
In some of the photos, I am trying on a leather blazer I hope to wear in the fall and winter months to hide unwanted curves. Need to lose a bit more weight. Happy with the purchase of all that fruit from Costco.
What are you having for the fourth?
