Musings of a Frequent Flying Scientist

Retired Rower. 

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We came across this gentleman as we were walking along the bank of Albert Park Lake in South Melbourne. We asked if we could take his photo and he laughed at us. He said to tell everyone that he is the retired rower.

I noticed his name on the canoe behind him so I looked him up. He joined the South Melbourne Rowing Club in 1964 and is now one of the coaches. I also emailed the club and said I would love to share this photo with him, but I didn’t hear back yet.

From the IGers Melbourne April Meetup.

x desleyjane

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24 responses to “Retired Rower. ”

  1. Debbie H Avatar
    Debbie H

    He looks like a very happy chappy!

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    1. desleyjane Avatar
      desleyjane

      Yes he was quite amused with us photographers ambling past.

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  2. Victo Dolore Avatar
    Victo Dolore

    What a great photo! 🙂

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    1. desleyjane Avatar
      desleyjane

      Thank you!

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  3. Robin Avatar
    Robin

    Great shot. He has a very welcoming smile.

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    1. desleyjane Avatar
      desleyjane

      Thanks Robin.

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  4. loisajay Avatar
    loisajay

    Oh, I hope the club responds because this is a wonderful photo, Desley! I love his smile.

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    1. desleyjane Avatar
      desleyjane

      Thanks Lois. He thought us all very amusing.

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  5. Mara Eastern Avatar
    Mara Eastern

    That’s a gorgeous gentleman! What is it about elderly/middle-aged people that they are often much more photogenic and interesting subjects than the young?

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    1. desleyjane Avatar
      desleyjane

      Thank you Mara. I think it’s the years that you can see in their eyes and in the lines on their faces. And maybe they just aren’t trying so hard so you get a more candid face.

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      1. Mara Eastern Avatar
        Mara Eastern

        Yes, I think you are right. Especially about them not trying too hard and just being natural!

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        1. desleyjane Avatar
          desleyjane

          If only we could all get there!

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  6. Emilio Pasquale Avatar
    Emilio Pasquale

    I have so many photos of places that I want to share with the owners, if I can only figure out who owns some f the desert ruins I find. Thanks for giving me the inspiration to do it. I love this man’s smile and bald head!

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    1. desleyjane Avatar
      desleyjane

      Thanks Emilio! They still haven’t replied.. 😕

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      1. Emilio Pasquale Avatar
        Emilio Pasquale

        That doesn’t make sense! Just out of politeness, they should.

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        1. desleyjane Avatar
          desleyjane

          That’s what I thought too!

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  7. Faraday's Candle Avatar
    Faraday’s Candle

    Serendipity!

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  8. pommepal Avatar
    pommepal

    He does look like a very jolly sort of a bloke.

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    1. desleyjane Avatar
      desleyjane

      He was so nice.

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  9. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
    Terri Webster Schrandt

    Very cool, DJ, I hope you can send him the photo. He looks very pleased with himself, which is what your favorite leisure pastime should provide 🙂

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    1. desleyjane Avatar
      desleyjane

      Thanks Terri! They haven’t replied yet unfortunately.

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  10. inidna Avatar
    inidna

    Great photo! He looks like such a happy/content man 🙂

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    1. desleyjane Avatar
      desleyjane

      Thank you! He seemed that way. So sorry for the delay!

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  11. graydaysandcoffee Avatar
    graydaysandcoffee

    He has a photogenic and kind face. His smile looks really genuine. Great choice to put him in b&w.

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