The sun was sinking in a blaze of color as I stretched out to push my camera closer to this denizen of Texas ranch country. My respect for this big fellow was increasing with the darkness.
The way you look at something matters.
Whether you're soaring over at 10,000 feet, or flat on your belly and eyeball-to-eyeball, your perspective influences your appreciation. Admiration is amplified by proximity and time; each accelerates the other.
I had enough of both with this guy.
He was most disagreeable.
Jeremiah 8:17 - "I'm dispatching poisonous snakes among you, snakes that can't be charmed, snakes that will bite you and kill you." God's Decree!
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Whoa! This is incredible!
Posted by: your son | October 11, 2010 at 09:57 AM
This is the coolest picture you've ever taken! How did you get him to look right into the camera? Did he strike? Was he rattling? I can't wait to hear more stories!
Love you daddy!
Posted by: Amber Cox | October 11, 2010 at 10:12 AM
You are nuts my dear pastor....respectfully speaking, but good shot.
Posted by: Brian Burris | October 11, 2010 at 05:49 PM
This picture is absolutely incredible. Amazing!!!!!
Jeff and i are so happy for you!!!! We know all of us will benefit from the stories!!!!!
Posted by: leslie petersen | October 11, 2010 at 08:27 PM
You even got the tongue out! Ahhh!!! It's so awesome!
Posted by: Elle White | October 11, 2010 at 11:34 PM
Wow this is a really cool picture!
Posted by: Kevin Templin | October 12, 2010 at 02:21 AM
Mark,
What a great photo!!! I'm so happy this guy was such a great actor. Wyman was pleased!
Also wanted to say how nice it is to have you for our new friend. Can't wait to keep up with you while in Rome!
Sylinda
Posted by: Sylinda Meinzer | October 12, 2010 at 03:26 PM