If you’re a photographer, I recommend Rodney Smith’s blog. He is refreshingly insightful and well-grounded. Not a surprise if you are a fan of his photographs. I particularly enjoyed the post I’ve linked to. Here is an excerpt below:

“Many of you are not in the right relationship with your subjects.  You think the solution comes from knowing the right camera, the right film, the right techniques, and the right secrets.  These are all beside the point.  You must realize your own wisdom.  It’s not that you don’t have talent.  It’s just that you haven’t risked enough. Please remember that next year as you begin your personal journey to find buoyancy, it most probably will not be found at photography conventions, camera demonstrations, with the use of new megapixles, but rather deep within your soul. With these thoughts I wish you all a Happy Holiday Season and more content New Year.”