Views of the Neighborhood – Time for a New Header Photo

It is that time of year again. I need to replace the header photo and am asking for your help. I have a poll below the photos, and if you would vote for your favorite, it will help me make the selection.

Here are the candidates.

 1. Summer afternoon

2. Summer Dawn

3. Tropical Summer Sunrise

4. Summer Morning with Coffee

5. The Jetty and Friend

The winner will be the header next week.

 

Thank you, all.

48 comments

  1. Keith Edgar Channing's avatar

    My vote’s for number five – jetty and friend 🙂

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  2. GP's avatar

    Wow, I just voted and it looks like your poll (so far) is unanimous!!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I thought Jetty and friend might take it.

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  3. patriciaruthsusan's avatar

    You’re welcome, John. 🙂 — Suzanne

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Ha haha. Thank you again, Suzanne. 😀

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  4. Charles Yallowitz's avatar

    I like the jetty. Definitely feels like an eye catching change.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Charles.

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  5. kim blades, writer's avatar

    Number 3, Tropical Summer sunrise

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Kim.

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  6. quiall's avatar

    Definitely #5! It speaks volumes about what your blog is about! About what makes it different.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Pam. 🙂

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  7. Gwen M. Plano's avatar
    Gwen Plano · ·

    #5 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Gwen. 🙂

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  8. Jill Weatherholt's avatar

    I voted for #5 for your header, John. That said, #4 is an amazing shot!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Jill.

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  9. shoreacres's avatar

    I’d choose #4. It’s a beautiful shot, and so typical of our summertime views.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Linda.:-D

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  10. The Coastal Crone's avatar

    I liked #4 too but thought #5 would be a good change for you.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you Jo. I need a change.

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  11. Pit's avatar

    Good morning, John. Let’ me explain my choice. I choose #1 as I assume you’ll have to crop it to make it fit the proportions of your header and to my mind this pictures is best suited for that purpose. The others might lose part [or all] of their appeal.
    Have a great Sunday,
    Pit

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Pit. I understand your reasoning. 😀

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  12. Author Jan Sikes's avatar

    That was a tough decision!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you for your help, Jan

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  13. coldhandboyack's avatar

    I voted for 3, because i like colors and foreshadowing. It might not be the right shape for your header though. Reminds me, I need to change things up too.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I can make it work but looks like Jetty and Friend is a winner.

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      1. coldhandboyack's avatar

        I updated my site out of shame. Time for something more seasonal over there.

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          Well. I think the snow is gone for a while.

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  14. Victoria Ray NB's avatar

    Betty and friend
    🙂 👋

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  15. Frank @ Beach Walk Reflections's avatar

    Just wondering … Is the vote the decision or input? Did you consider snacks in 5 different bowls?

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes it is the decision. The snacks are all corn chips. Just the bowls are different.

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  16. Teagan Riordain Geneviene's avatar

    Groan… I’m torn between 3and 5… Voted 5, but still not sure. This is a lovely collection, John. Whichever you choose will work wonderfully. Hugs!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Teagan. Both are nice.

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  17. Jami Carder's avatar
    Jami Carder · ·

    Summer morning with coffee has the most amazing clouds!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      The song “You’re So Vain,” by Carly Simon inspired the title. Thanks, Jami. 😀

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  18. Teri Polen's avatar

    That was a difficult decision, but it looks like #5 is the winner.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Looks like it. Thanks Teri.

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  19. Debbie's avatar

    Gee, I like them ALL!!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      The Jetty and Friend is the winner. 😀 (I like them all too.)

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  20. Rhonda's avatar

    It was hard to choose just one. 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I can relate. I liked them all. Thanks, Rhonda.

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  21. Lauren Scott, Author's avatar

    I know I’m too late, John, but I liked #2 and #5, so it all worked out. 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I think it did, Lauren. 😀

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  22. circadianreflections's avatar

    For some unknown reason I can’t see the poll results so far, but judging by the comments I’m the minority with #2 Summer Dawn. I Love that amethyst morning light, and color.

    All are lovely. I won’t mind being on the losing end to which ever image wins the vote. Looks like it’s the Pelican with a view! 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Number five Jetty and Friend took the vote. Thanks, Deborah.

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  23. robbiesinspiration's avatar

    I see I went with the popular choice, John, number 5. That confirms my belief that people like a focal point in a photograph and not only a landscape. Interesting!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Good point Robbie. Thank you.

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