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Christmas Valley Sand Dunes in Central Oregon are some of the remnants of the catastrophic volcanic explosion of Mount Mazama just 7000 years ago that blew 1600 meters (almost a mile in elevation) of the 12,000 foot (3700 meter) mountain completely off, creating a caldera that contains the iconic 1,943 foot (592 meter) deep Crater Lake, that we know today. The Christmas Valley sand is composed of ash and pumice that was ejected during the eruption. Although the dunes are majestic on their own, they’re only a small part of the evidence of an event that changed what we know as Oregon forever, and greatly affected the people who lived there.
What's thought provoking to me is the fact that humans were in the area and were witness to this event. Incredibly preserved reed sandals have been unearthed in a cave near the little town of Fort Rock not far from Christmas Valley that have been dated from 9000 to 13000 years old. Life for the native Klamath people in the area changed forever after the massive eruption. Their legends tell of an angry battle between Llao, their "Chief of the Below World" who inhabited Mount Mazama (Giiwas in the Native American Klamath language), and his rival Skell, their "Chief of the Above World". Llao fell in love with a beautiful Klamath maiden but she refused his offer of immortality if she would become his wife. This angered Llao and he rained rocks and fire down from the sky onto the people below. During the battle Skell tried to protect the people from above while standing atop Mount Shasta. The battle ended when Skell was able to force Llao back into the mountain. All of this commotion formed the crater on Mount Mazama which filled with torrential rains that followed the battle.
The mountain became sacred ground to the natives and the people were forbidden from going there. Some shaman forbade them from looking in the direction of the mountain. 7000 years ago, all of this would make perfect sense. The human catastrophe and the pure terror that they witnessed must have been something that we as modern humans can hardly understand.
Today we can still witness the effects of the massive geological battle that forms so much of the landscapes that we photograph. I feel that understanding the science as well as the legend of these areas works to enhance our appreciation for them and allows us to better translate their meaning and message through our photos.
The winds in Central Oregon blow with some regularity in this area and create dunes as well as ripples in the sand. The patterns that they create are perfect for a photographic foreground. Unique conditions such as a vivid sunrise or sunset can complete a breathtaking scene.
Christmas Lake, Christmas Valley and nearby Peter's Sink and Peter's Creek were named for pioneer stockman Peter Christman, who grazed his cattle there and had a house at Silver Lake, 18 miles (29 km) to the southwest. The name "Christmas" was an early corruption of the name Christman that became entrenched in the vernacular by 1900.
The Christmas Valley Sand Dunes are administered by the Bureau of Land Management and are easily accessible and are designated as a recreational area for campers and wanderers as well as OHV use. Camping areas are available for extended camping stays. If you find yourself wandering in Central Oregon exploring our amazing public lands a trip to Christmas Valley should be on your list of places to stop and experience.
Usually at this time of year I find myself in Germany at one of the many fabulous Christmas Markets. I imagine it looks quite different this year.
Taken in a dark room except for the tree lights; though there's a lot of noise I think it creates a rather nicely textured vintage appearance.
I should get a new more elegant tree skirt, but the red, white & green homemade one was crocheted by my mother years ago (she's gone now) and I'll never be able to part with it.
Christmas Fairy Card
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Prompt: A magical fairy in an enchanted winter forest, surrounded by glowing snow-covered trees. She stands gracefully next to a towering, magnificent Christmas tree, adorned with sparkling white, silver, and green ornaments and glowing lights. The fairy has exquisite, translucent wings with shimmering patterns in white, red, and green, matching her elegant gown that flows like snow. Around the tree, beautifully wrapped gifts sit a top a blanket of white snow, with soft, magical light illuminating the entire scene.
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I made these Apple Rose Puffed Pastries for our Christmas Eve dinner.
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The grand finale of the Christmas at Wollaton trail is an excellent son et lumiere projected on to Wollaton Hall. It never looked like this when it featured as Wayne Manor in one of the Batman movies!
Merry Christmas to all of you dear friends I wish you the best !!!
I'm sorry for don't be present these days on flickr it's because i have lot of things to do and prepare for our Christmas hollydays.
See you in two weeks, until then have happy holidays even if you are alone with your familly or with friends!!
Kisses and hugs i'll be missing you a lot!!
P.S Where i'm going it's a surprise,i'll tell you when i'll come back!!;)
Part of the Christmas day dinner table centerpiece decoration that Caroline put together. Every year she creates a new tableau for us to enjoy as we gather around the table. This year she utilized several holiday themed snow globes accumulated over the years that took us down a fun memory filled lane.
A Horse Christmas
The young couple had made their usual hurried, pre-Christmas visit to the little farm where dwelt their elderly parents with their small herd of horses. The farm had been named Lone Pine Farm because of the huge pine which topped the hill behind the farm, and through the years had become a talisman to the old man and his wife, and a landmark in the countryside.
The old folks no longer showed their horses, for the years had taken their toll, but they sold a few foals each year, and the horses were their reason for joy in the morning and contentment at day's end. Crossly, as they prepared to leave, the young couple confronted the old folks. "Why do you not at least dispose of "The Old One". She is no longer of use to you. It's been years since you've had foals from her. You should cut corners and save where you can. Why do you keep her anyway?"
The old man looked down as his worn boot scuffed at the barn floor and his arm stole defensively about the Old One's neck as he drew her to him and rubbed her gently behind the ears. He replied softly, "We keep her because of love. Only because of love."
Baffled and irritated, the young folks wished the old man and his wife a Merry Christmas and headed back toward the city as darkness stole through the valley.
So it was, that because of the leave-taking, no one noticed the insulation smoldering on the frayed wires in the old barn. None saw
the first spark fall.
None but the Old One".
In a matter of minutes, the whole barn was ablaze and the hungry flames were licking at the loft full of hay. With a cry of horror and
despair, the old man shouted to his wife to call for help as he raced to the barn to save their beloved horses. But the flames were roaring now, and the blazing heat drove him back. He sank sobbing to the ground, helpless before the fire's fury. By the time the fire
department arrived, only smoking, glowing ruins were left, and the old man and his wife. They thanked those who had come to their aid, and the old man turned to his wife, resting her white head upon his shoulders as he clumsily dried her tears with a frayed red bandana. Brokenly he whispered, "We have lost much, but God has spared our home on this eve of Christmas. Let us, therefore, climb the hill to the old pine where we have sought comfort in times of despair. We will look down upon our home and give thanks to God that it has been spared."
And so, he took her by the hand and helped her up the snowy hill as he brushed aside his own tears with the back of his hand. As they stepped over the little knoll at the crest of the hill, they looked up and gasped in amazement at the incredible beauty before them. Seemingly, every glorious, brilliant star in the heavens was caught up in the glittering, snow-frosted branches of their beloved pine, and it was aglow with heavenly candles. And poised on its top most bough, a crystal crescent moon glistened like spun glass. Never had a mere mortal created a Christmas tree such as this.
Suddenly, the old man gave a cry of wonder and incredible joy as he pulled his wife forward. There, beneath the tree, was their Christmas gift. Bedded down about the "Old One" close to the truck of the tree, was the entire herd, safe. At the first hint of smoke, she had pushed the door ajar with her muzzle and had led the horses through it. Slowly and with great dignity, never looking back, she had led them up the hill, stepping daintily through the snow. The foals were frightened and dashed about. The skittish yearlings looked back at the crackling, hungry flames, and tucked their tails under them as they licked their lips and hopped like rabbits. The mares pressed uneasily against the "Old One" as she moved calmly up the hill and to safety beneath the pine. And now, she lay among them and gazed at the faces of those she loved. Her body was brittle with years, but the golden eyes were filled with devotion as she offered her gift - Because of love.
Only Because of love.
While I was at Guingamp, (last year), we had a wonderful Christmas Eve party, with loads of silly things to play with and our "party hats.".
The tube at the back, with the little polystyrene ball on the top, was the best. You put the little balls into the tube and blew down it - shooting them everywhere. We were still finding them a week after Christmas!
We were also lucky that someone found some Christmas crackers, (they aren't that popular here - as yet). Mine had the little green football rattle in it - just behind the candy cane, and it works!
These have now all become part of our Christmas decorations for the bookshelf at home. But, I'm now having to use 2 shelves, so double trouble for Izzy!!
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Christmas this year will be so different for many people and will carry with it severe sorrows. I wish you all some sort of solace, peace and even moments of joy. I know that thousands of people feel great concern for those who have suffered most in this pandemic so that even if you do not feel it, know that people care and you are being supported by the thoughts of many. It has struck me that we could do with a 2 minutes silence on Christmas day when we think supportive thoughts for each other all over the world. My energy is nearly used up but if anyone thinks of making the suggestion on social media, radio programmes or something----?
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This is the tree from a couple of years ago at the Trafford Centre deliberately shot out of focus. Tweaked slightly for Slider's Sunday.
Christmas is in the air at my Mom's house! Her birthday bouquet from Dec. 1st is also in this shot! I thought I'd share this lttle corner of her home with you all =)
Taken on the day after Christmas in a snowy village on the Swabian Alps. While a cold breeze blows over the alps, the people have made themselves cozy in their homes.
December 2020 | Niefern-Öschelbronn
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"Christmas and Holiday Traditions" exhibit at Frederik Meijer Gardens in Grand Rapids, MI.
This is an ornament on the BelizeTree
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...in the city with mulled claret, kids on skating and christmas-music - but , what a pity - no snow...
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Celebrating Christmas time.
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This is a composite of a two-image focus stack. The cottage ornament was placed on a soft white mat. The background lights were created by light painting individually with the green, blue, and red LED's, respectively, of a Coast TX10 Quad Color flashlight onto an aluminum foil background over the span of a fifteen-second exposure. The foreground and subject were illuminated by two Nikon SB900 speedlights, both fired through Neewer 24" x 24" softboxes slightly above camera level. The first speedlight was placed 85-degrees CL and fired in Manual mode @ 1⁄16 power. The second was placed 80-degrees CR and fired in Manual mode @ 1⁄2 power.
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Lens: Tokina AT - X M100 AF PRO D (AF 100mm f / 2.8 Macro)
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Merry Christmas to all my friends and followers on Flickr, and all the best for 2022. I for one certainly 'hope' to get out a bit more next year, 2021 has been another tricky one, and I probably only need 2 hands (and maybe one of my feet) to count my visits to the lineside, and even the buses have dried up again. We shall see what next year brings, and hopefully I may bump into some old faces again soon. But for now, time to put my feet up and enjoy a few beers!
Take care everyone.
I have two new helpers for the Christmas cookie baking: Baby Groot and Kitchenaid. I'm going to need their help! I'm getting a VERY late start!
Un'elegante Pistoia al tramonto in piena atmosfera natalizia
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Lucky posed for several Christmas Portraits. Stay tuned for Christmas Lucky 3, coming soon on Christmas day! Then I will return to my regularly scheduled postings.
Christmas Story Book
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Open book with a three-dimensional Image is a digital artwork featuring a whimsical, snowy village scene atop an open book. The layout is centered, with a focus on a miniature village composed of intricately detailed, snow-covered houses with warm, glowing windows. The houses are arranged in a cluster, creating a cozy, inviting atmosphere. In the foreground, a tall, decorated Christmas tree stands prominently, adorned with twinkling lights and a shining star at the top. The background is softly blurred, enhancing the magical, dreamlike quality of the scene. The entire composition is illuminated by a gentle, golden light, creating a serene and festive ambiance. Snowflakes and sparkles are scattered throughout, adding to the enchanting, fairy-tale aesthetic of the image.
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I cannot take credit for the idea for this photo. I have seen several people post similar greetings and I liked the personalized feeling of it. So, from me to you, Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
May peace and plenty be the first to lift the latch on your door, and happiness be guided to your home by the candle of Christmas. (A traditional Irish Christmas Toast)
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