On June 2, we had to euthanize our Sheltie, Mac. He was 11 1/2 yrs old, and although he'd had his share of health problems over the past couple of years (repaired ACL, and hip arthritis, etc.) up until a bit over a week ago, he seemed to be doing okay. Then, he started having problems, and although I kept some hope that he would rally, in my heart, I knew that the end was near. It was a very emotional week for me, watching my beloved dog become more decrepit each day, and though I know he struggled valiantly, I could see the resignation in his eyes by the end of the week. I cried more over his frailty than anything, and on Saturday morning, we carried him to the front lawn where he could enjoy a few hours of fresh air, some sun, and our love. Then, we drove a mile to our vet, and laid Mac on his dog bed while he recieved our final goodbyes and we held him and cried as he died peacefully and with dignity. That was the hardest thing to do, and it still brings tears to my eyes as I'm still grieving. I know that it was time...and I think he did in a way, too. I can't imagine the pain of his arthritic hips, and the indignities he went through towards the end.

We plan on taking Mac's ashes and...

Announced on the 31st of January 2007, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX30 is one of the latest Panasonic digital cameras and features a 7.2 megapixel sensor, a 2.5″ screen, and a wide angle Leica 3.6x optical zoom lens with optical image stabilisation. The wide angle 3.6x optical zoom lens is equivalent to 28 – 100 mm on a 35mm camera. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX30 is available from around £185 this makes it average to good value for money for an ultra compact 7 megapixel digital camera. The camera has a 640×480 30fps video mode with sound. The camera is very compact and has a metal body and is available in Bronze?, Silver and Black. The Lumix FX30 measures: 94.9 x 51.9 x 22.0 mm (excluding protrusions), and weighs approx. 132g excluding batteries and media.

Features:

7.2 Megapixels CCD Sensor

Leica 3.6x optical zoom (28mm - 100mm equivalent)

4x Digital Zoom

MEGA Optical Image Stabilizer

Compact, stylish design available in silver or black

2.5″ LCD, 207,000 pixels

25 shooting modes

ISO Auto / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1250

8– 1/2000 sec

Video at VGA, 30fps with sound

5cm macro mode

Supports SDHC memory cards

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Mamiya has announced the ZD 645AFD II Digital System. Mamiya executives indicated the ZD 645AFD II digital system consists of the Mamiya 645AFD II Medium Format Camera with 80mm f/2.8 F lens and the newly introduced Mamiya ZD 22 Megapixel Digital Back. Also introduced were two new digital lenses – the Mamiya Sekor AF 75-150mm f/4.5 D and a full-frame 28mm f/4.5 D Aspherical

The Mamiya ZD 645AFD II Digital System will cost $9,999.

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The DSC-W200 combines the amazing detail of 12.1 MP resolution with high sensitivity for shooting without a flash even in very low light. Super SteadyShot image stabilization keeps blur to a minimum, and advanced high-tech features like Face Detection, D-range optimization, and in-camera retouching and red-eye reduction help bring out the best in every shot you take. For shooting and sharing on location, there’s a large 2.5″ LCD screen that makes viewing exceptionally easy. And HD (high definition) output lets you share memories in spectacular high definition clarity and detail on compatible HDTV screens.

Features

12.1-megapixel Resolution

Carl Zeiss® 3X Optical Zoom

Super SteadyShot® Image Stabilization

31 MB Internal Memory

2.5-inch LCD Screen

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