More than only one cow

Those who’ve read my brilliant^* book, Only one cow, will appreciate this heading is an unsubtle word play on the title of the said book. Actually, this isn’t about my book, although if you haven’t yet bought a copy do so before stocks run out.

The cows in the picture represent opportunity.

In photography, if you see a picture, take it. You may never see the same scene again. The cows in the image are from a local farm and I often see them grazing in a field alongside the road. But when I hadn’t seen them for a while I feared they’d been sold and cursed myself for not having taken pictures . Too late.

Fortunately, the farmer had moved them over the hill and they recently returned. Seeing them, I rushed home to fetch my camera and got the pics I wanted . But isn’t this what life’s all about. If you see an opportunity grab it. You may never have the chance again. Time, and life, doesn’t wait for you. If you come across a beautiful sunset, by the time you’ve rushed home, grabbed your camera and returned to the scene, Old Sol has dipped below the horizon and it’s dark.

I used to carry a camera in my car, but that’s no longer practical. I have different lenses for different reasons, so would need to carry more than one. Besides; the chances of having your kit stolen is a huge risk. I could rely on my cell phone but the model I have makes calls and receives messages. Its pictures are not great.

That brings me to my final point. Make your opportunities. If you take your camera out and go for a drive – you will find a picture. Again, isn’t that just like life.

Spoiler alert: What follows is a commercial:

^* I know my book is brilliant coz my wife told me so. If you want a copy visit your local bookstore (they can order one in for you) or go to Amazon and get a paperback or Kindle version. Oh, I still have a few copies if you want a signed version. Just message me at robglenpix@gmail.com and I'll sort you out. Only R250 including courier fees.

PS: Have a great 2026. Carpe diem or, better still, make it happen.