Pam's Corner... comments, questions and other stuff by Port's Famous Photographer

Another Monday, another Pam's Corner.  I want to thank everyone who has offered their appreciation of my work in the Reporter Argus and for telling me how much you miss the picture pages and my column.  I've never known if people are just being nice or if they really like my work, but either way, I appreciate the comments.  I'm going to continue working as I always have but my work will no longer appear in the Reporter Argus but can be found here, on Port Allegany Online. 

I'm a little late with this Pam's Corner.  I wanted to hold off until Thursday when the announcement of the August PAHS Alumni of the Month was made.  Not because I want to "brag" about the selection, but because I question how I fit into the mix.   Josh Kinney...World Series baseball player...Dr. Janet Stout, President, CEO and owner of Special Pathogens....and me!  My piece didn't seem to fit in this Alumni of the Month puzzle.  I backpedaled a little and asked if I really fit in with this crowd, thinking that I should have not filled out the paperwork.  I was reassured that I should accept.   The announcement came, as scheduled.  I guess I know how the Unsung Heroes felt who didn't want to be honored because they hadn't done anything special.  My answer to them was always the same...someone thought you deserved the honor!  I appreciate those who nominated me and I also appreciate the idea of the Alumni of the Month.  It is so nice to see so many positive things coming from our school's Facebook page and website. 

The summer is going by so quickly.  I have barely had the opportunity to use the pool.  It seems that if it is hot and sunny, I'm not at home to enjoy the pool.  If it is wet, rainy...I would still get in the pool...do my exercises and get out....not really linger for fun!   This summer, however, I usually arrive home about five minutes before it thunders.  The next thing I know, the pool will be closed, I will be home and it will be hot and humid...happens every year! 

It's the last day of July...Marching Band and sports practices will begin in just a few days.  It's the beginning of the end of the summer.  School will begin before the month of August is over and everyone will get back into a regular routine around here.  Enjoy the freedom that summer offers while you can!

Be kind to one another!

(Pam's Corner can now be found exclusively online at Port Allegany Online.  We thank Pam for sharing her column with PAO)