Seeing 2010 (#97)

For your consideration: a friend of many years, yet one who I see but annually . . . no, not then. In June. Usually.

It does not surprise that this gentle soul serves as an official Santa — one of the rare editions whose beard is genuine.

A jolly fellow, to be sure; Gene is possessed with a personality matching his sparkling eyes and kindly smile. As we would all expect of Mr. Claus, just being in this man's company brings a sense of warm comfort and pleasure — priceless gifts without the tedious necessity of unwrapping and saving the paper.

Santa Gene Doherty, #0592

© 2011 James W. Murray, all rights reserved.

(click image for larger version)

Details: June 5, 2011; Canon 20D; f/3.2 @ 1/100 sec; —1 2/3 EV; ISO 400; 100mm.

________