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There is no greater reward to the end of a week and the beginning of a new to feel rejuvenated. Today, connecting and haveing a bit of meditation walk in the forest was the trick to feeling refreshed. How has your Sunday been?
Lasek Marceliński
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The Palm Jumeira beach-Dubai 2013
NIKON D600 / NIKON 24-85mm / Point & Click
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Inside the city, it's easy for residents to connect and work together. Outside in the forgotten zones however, things are very different. There are small groups eking out an existence, separated from each other by disaster and ruin. In order for these folks to get what they need, they need someone to connect them. Someone to find them, and report back to the city to ask for help. They may not directly deliver goods, or shuttle people to distant locations, but the service they do supply is invaluable. Without them, many people would never be able to make it on their own. Despite otherwise being law abiding citizens, the activities of these "Connectors" are highly frowned upon by the establishment of District 18. While they find it easy enough to control a closed population, the outliers pose a potential threat to their authority.
While I built this purely for fun, I'm still planning to enter it in the District 18 Speeder Bike Contest. There are so many great designs being entered, it'll be fun to be part of such a terrific group.
Always be ready for an adventure. Typically W9 and I don't share our space with many people. A nice mix of bird watchers and twitchers packed the Marsh yesterday. Scope/camera lady tipped us off to the location of the rare Eurasian Wigeon. Thank you.
It wasn't a very cooperative duck and after 200+ photos we moved along. The newly constructed bridge on the Marsh is finally open to foot traffic. It was a no-brainer to check it out. Suddenly Scope/camera lady charges out from the brush waving her arms overhead and yelling for us to stay away. A moment later she was walking over to us and thanking us for being so understanding. She explained that she was on a deadline to find 250 birds.
W9 and I are watchers. Finding a new bird can be reason to celebrate. But it really is the adventure of the journey ... learning something new and being able to recall and connect the information we've stuffed into our heads. Giving the game our best effort and still getting it wrong sometimes. Humbling. Thrilling.
If you were a photographer following my family, this is the kind of photo I would want you to take. Jeremiah smiling because he read two full paragraphs. Me, nearly in tears and beaming with pride, because he read those two full paragraphs. Take that dyslexia!
Connect Four: Patagonia has lakes and glaciers that intertwine with mountain ranges and forest, for a beautiful result
Puissance 4: La Patagonie nous montre des lacs et des glaciers qui s'entrelacent avec des chaînes de montagnes et des forêts. Quel beau résultat !
Credits: ESA/NASA
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A detail of the bridge over the Colorado River Gorge just below the Glen Canyon Dam at Page, AZ.
Explore #220 on 12-10-09
Connecting trains on our trip from Rapperswil-Jona to Singen Germany in the main train station at Zurich.
Stena Europe on her evening crossing from Rosslare, Ireland to Fishguard, England, connecting since 1981, an old sea dog at this stage.
"The Mañihuales Nature Reserve is a natural treasure located in the Aysén region of Chile, captivating with its lush biodiversity and stunning landscapes. This sanctuary encompasses an extensive area of native forests, crystal-clear rivers, majestic waterfalls, and diverse fauna.
Exploring the Mañihuales Nature Reserve is immersing oneself in a world of natural wonders. Well-marked trails invite visitors to venture into the heart of the forest, where they can enjoy the singing of birds, the murmur of streams, and the freshness of pure air. The waterfalls offer impressive spectacles, with water cascading from dizzying heights, creating a magical and revitalizing atmosphere.
The reserve is also home to a rich diversity of flora and fauna. From ancient trees to small endemic plants, the reserve's ecosystem harbors a wealth of plant species, some of them unique in the world. Additionally, it is possible to spot a variety of birds, mammals, and reptiles that find refuge in this protected natural environment.
Conservation is a priority in the Mañihuales Nature Reserve, where environmental education is promoted, and responsible tourism is encouraged. Visitors are invited to enjoy the beauty of nature with respect and care, minimizing their impact on the ecosystem and contributing to its preservation for future generations.
In summary, the Mañihuales Nature Reserve is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and seekers of authentic experiences. With its breathtaking scenic beauty and commitment to conservation, it offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature and renew the spirit."
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La Reserva Natural Mañihuales es un tesoro natural ubicado en la región de Aysén, en Chile, que cautiva con su exuberante biodiversidad y paisajes impresionantes. Este santuario de la naturaleza abarca una extensa área de bosques nativos, ríos cristalinos, cascadas majestuosas y una fauna variada.
Explorar la Reserva Natural Mañihuales es sumergirse en un mundo de maravillas naturales. Los senderos bien marcados invitan a los visitantes a adentrarse en el corazón del bosque, donde se puede disfrutar del canto de las aves, el murmullo de los arroyos y la frescura del aire puro. Las cascadas ofrecen espectáculos impresionantes, con el agua cayendo en cascada desde alturas vertiginosas, creando un ambiente mágico y revitalizante.
La reserva es también hogar de una rica diversidad de flora y fauna. Desde árboles centenarios hasta pequeñas plantas endémicas, el ecosistema de la reserva alberga una gran cantidad de especies vegetales, algunas de ellas únicas en el mundo. Además, es posible avistar una variedad de aves, mamíferos y reptiles que encuentran refugio en este entorno natural protegido.
La conservación es una prioridad en la Reserva Natural Mañihuales, donde se promueve la educación ambiental y se fomenta el turismo responsable. Los visitantes son invitados a disfrutar de la belleza de la naturaleza con respeto y cuidado, minimizando su impacto en el ecosistema y contribuyendo a su preservación para las generaciones futuras.
En resumen, la Reserva Natural Mañihuales es un destino imperdible para los amantes de la naturaleza y los buscadores de experiencias auténticas. Con su impresionante belleza escénica y su compromiso con la conservación, ofrece una oportunidad única para conectar con la naturaleza y renovar el espíritu.
The Falkirk Wheel, a rotating boat lift in Scotland, which connects the Forth and Clyde Canal with the Union Canal.
The boat lift is named after the nearby town of Falkirk in central Scotland. It opened in 2002, reconnecting the two canals for the first time since the 1930s as part of the Millennium Link project.
The plan to regenerate central Scotland's canals and reconnect Glasgow with Edinburgh was led by British Waterways with support and funding from seven local authorities, the Scottish Enterprise Network, the European Regional Development Fund, and the Millennium Commission. Planners decided early on to create a dramatic 21st-century landmark structure to reconnect the canals, instead of simply recreating the historic lock flight.
The wheel raises boats by 24 metres (79 ft), but the Union Canal is still 11 metres (36 ft) higher than the aqueduct which meets the wheel. Boats must also pass through a pair of locks between the top of the wheel and the Union Canal. The Falkirk Wheel is the only rotating boat lift of its kind in the world, and one of two working boat lifts in the United Kingdom, the other being the Anderton boat lift.
From Wikipedia, an animation gif showing how the Falkirk Wheel ship lift works:
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Fairfax Connector 7847, a 2021 New Flyer XD40, on route 310 at Huntington Metro station on Saturday, June 11th, 2022.
“The soil is the great connector of lives, the source and destination of all. It is the healer and restorer and resurrector, by which disease passes into health, age into youth, death into life. Without proper care for it we can have no community, because without proper care for it we can have no life.”
― Wendell Berry
Farmland adjacent to Newell Open Space Preserve, American Canyon, Northern California