Seeing 2009 (#62)

This offering was taken during an anniversary weekend spent in Half Moon Bay. My beautiful wife and I were out on a bike ride; the day was gorgeous, the exercise strenuous, and the great ape stoic and rigid.

Many thoughts came to mind as I composed this image, most along the lines of Fortress America, the nation's recent history of heavy-handedness (at least, in the minds of many), and what the future may bring.

Two alternative titles may vie for final assignment: Pax Americana, or King Kong Contemplating Old Glory. Thoughts anyone?

Gorilla and Flag, #7383

(c)2009 James W. Murray, all rights reserved.

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Details: September 23, 2006; Canon 20D; f/16 @ 1/400 sec; ±0 EV; ISO 400; 39mm.

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