As I type this it's the very last little remnant of of 2018—in a few minutes it will be 2019. Just a moment to thank all my readers who came by the site in 2018 or read some of my articles on feeds. I'm especially grateful for "regulars," who come by every day or most days, and of course the often brilliant, always interesting Commentariat—you're a big part of my own enjoyment of my site. I'm extremely grateful for the generosity of contributors, including people who send checks in the mail, people who donate cameras or send other gifts, and of course all my Patreon subscribers. And if you ever ordered anything through one of my links, whether it's a D850 or a $13 pair of socks, bless you.
I'll be back in 2019 with the camera of last year! Happy New Year to you and all your friends, family, and pets. God bless you and keep you safe. May you have a most wonderful 2019.
—Mike Johnston
Penn Yan, New York
And a happy and healthy new year to you, Mike.
Posted by: Mark | Tuesday, 01 January 2019 at 12:14 AM
Mike
Happy New Year! I have the funny feeling that you are going to find companionship this year. Dunno what it is, but just got strong feeling about that.
Dan K.
Singapore
Posted by: Dan Khong | Tuesday, 01 January 2019 at 01:25 AM
All the best for the coming year, Mike. I have a couple of decent-sized purchases coming up. I won’t forget to use the TOP portal.
Posted by: Bill Bresler | Tuesday, 01 January 2019 at 01:59 AM
Happy New Year To Mike and all my fellow TOP readers
Posted by: kaemu | Tuesday, 01 January 2019 at 02:51 AM
Happy New Year! Thanks for all the words and providing some sanity on the internet. Thanks for weeding out all the mad comments we never see but which I know must exist.
Posted by: Richard Parkin | Tuesday, 01 January 2019 at 03:28 AM
The Internet is like the jungle, Mike: ruthless and competitive, with hoards of beasts trying to devour our attention. If we come back everyday, it is because of you and your writing. And all for so little or even nothing. It is us who should be grateful.
So... I wish you all the best for 2019, including nice weather and the best light.
Posted by: Rodolfo Canet | Tuesday, 01 January 2019 at 04:56 AM
A happy and productive year to you too Mike. Thanks for the great content last year and, here’s looking forward to the next.
Posted by: Cliff | Tuesday, 01 January 2019 at 08:50 AM
As the East coast city patois says, "Right back
atcha, Mike."
Posted by: MikeR | Tuesday, 01 January 2019 at 09:02 AM
May you have a good 2019, Mike.
Posted by: Omer | Tuesday, 01 January 2019 at 09:17 AM
That's a lovely relaxing image to start the new year.
Posted by: Brian Ripley | Tuesday, 01 January 2019 at 09:19 AM
Brrrr.
Happy New Year.
Posted by: Stephen Gilbert | Tuesday, 01 January 2019 at 09:52 AM
They're really nice socks, BTW. Happy 2019!
Posted by: MarkB | Tuesday, 01 January 2019 at 10:24 AM
Happy New Year Mike. And condolences on all those sky scratches. The only remotely positive aspect of 9/11 was contrail-free skies in the days afterward when air traffic was grounded.
Posted by: Sal Santamaura | Tuesday, 01 January 2019 at 10:57 AM
Mike,
Here’s a wonderful radio program that you will find fascinating:
https://www.wnyc.org/story/jazz-loft-anthology
Thank you for your humanity!
Happy New Year.
Posted by: Keith Trumbo | Tuesday, 01 January 2019 at 12:10 PM
Lovely Picture.
Thanks for a great place to visit on the vast inter webs
And best wishes for a Happy , Healthy and Productive New Year.
Michael
Posted by: Michael Perini | Tuesday, 01 January 2019 at 12:31 PM
Mike...I hope you have a healthy.. and wealthy 2019. All the best....
Posted by: Chester Williams | Tuesday, 01 January 2019 at 12:56 PM
The camera of the year is the one I’m using right now! An OMD EM 1.
Happy new year Mike
Posted by: Fred Haynes | Tuesday, 01 January 2019 at 01:41 PM
Happy new year, Mike!
Posted by: Paul Politis | Tuesday, 01 January 2019 at 01:57 PM
Happy New Year to you and your canine staff - very grateful to you and the community you've built;t here. For many of us, there's no more local camera store to hang around and talk about 'stuff', this corner of the Internet feels like a mix of the local camera counter and the very best of the early, more human online forums. Takes a lot of effort, and it's appreciated. Thank you.
Posted by: Rob L. | Tuesday, 01 January 2019 at 02:16 PM
Happy New Year to you, too, Mike! And to my fellow TOP readers.
Terrific image.
Posted by: Kenneth Tanaka | Tuesday, 01 January 2019 at 03:22 PM
I hope that 2019 brings better health and financial stability for you Mike.
Posted by: Bob Johnston | Tuesday, 01 January 2019 at 06:05 PM
$13 for a pair of socks? U kiddin', right?
A bit late, but a happy New Year to you and the TOP fraternity. May all your New Year's resolutions be fulfilled.
Posted by: Manuel | Wednesday, 02 January 2019 at 05:52 PM