Scooting Off To School
Uploaded: July 18, 2013
There were several comments and questions about the Amish scooter in a previous post, so I thought I'd try to explain some things about them.
In the Amish community, the local bishop is the spiritual leader.
He decides what behavior is appropriate for the group.
Things like modesty, shunning electricity and observing the Sabbath are well understood.
The bishop, however, controls much more than that.
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Exif: F Number: 2.8, Exposure Bias Value: 0.67, ExposureTime: 1/250 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 400, White balance: Manual white balance, FocalLength: 0.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 20D
William C. Raco July 18, 2013
In this case, the bishop has decided that bicycles are too technologically advanced, require too little effort, and that the riders travel too far too fast on them.Ken Smith July 18, 2013
I can't imagine their lifestyle, but I'm envious of its simplicity. Super shot, Bill. #10771466Gail Sullivan July 18, 2013
What a great image, Bill...the pano works so well also! #10771488Joy Rector July 18, 2013
love this shot #10771490R. J. Laudenbacher July 18, 2013
I love this shot too!!!! #10771499Leslie McLain July 18, 2013
Fantastic image and story, Bill. Love it. #10771505Monnie Ryan July 18, 2013
Wow - this is just great, Bill! We live within spitting distance of the 4th largest Amish community in the world (Geauga County, Ohio), and as you explain, their lifestyle is, well, a bit different! #10771607Avril Young July 18, 2013
Would love to take photos like this...their lifestyle sure is different ...they look very happy..thanks for the info...very interesting .. #10771645JO ANN CLEVELAND July 18, 2013
They ARE wonderful people, but kinda glad I'm not one! This is a super capture and see you also observe not showing their face as they don't like that because it is the window to their soul!I also hope we see this again, it is SPECIAL as are you Bill
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Jill Odice July 18, 2013
First off, what a great shot! You have captured a slice of life for these folks. I did not know all those facts, so it was a learning experience as well as enjoyment of a great picture! Into my favs... #10771810David Phalen July 18, 2013
Looks like they're ready to race to school.:) This is a fantastic capture of Amish lifestyle.#10771902
Emile Abbott July 18, 2013
The Amish simplicity contrasts with the complexity of our fast paced and technical world. This is an amazing capture Bill and thanks for the info. #10771927Mitch Spence July 18, 2013
Well, thanks, Bill, for the explanation. I thought a previous image was of a bike with really small wheels, and now I see what's going on. Ah, those flags are necessary to warn motorists I see. Strange juxtaposition of cultures and probably difficulties arise all the time. #10772099Carol Quina July 18, 2013
Excellent storytelling image and information. Great comp & colors. I love the fog in the background! Always been fascinated by the Amish - someday I'll get to Amish country! #10772102Colette M. Metcalf July 18, 2013
Great capture and info, Bill!! #10772212Tammy M. Anderson July 18, 2013
Excellent capture, Bill. Have read many books about the Amish. Can't imagine living like them. #10772263Terry Cervi July 18, 2013
What a great shot, Bill! They look so cute riding their scooters! #10772411Patrick Rouzes July 18, 2013
Great info to go along with this exceptional story-telling capture, Bill. Good luck, my friend.Rudi Reiner July 18, 2013
Fun shot and interesting background info! #10772532Usman M. Bajwa July 19, 2013
Wonderful shot and thanks for the info, Bill.UB. #10772615
Jeff Robinson July 19, 2013
Outstanding info and storytelling image Bill! #10772736Sign up for an interactive online photography course to get critiques on your photos.
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