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C-GZSG - Boeing B-737MAX-8 - WestJet
at Hamilton International Airport (YHM)
c/n 60.516 - built in 2018
Currently stored YHM due to the worldwide B-737MAX-grounding -
still waiting for better times
A watchful dog dominates the foreground, its intense gaze grounding the frame, while distant riders drift through misty trees. The contrast of presence and distance captures a quiet tension - instinct, vigilance, and the timeless rhythm of rural life.
Korean Air grounding their A330 fleet, means Sydney gets the B77W instead, WINNING!!
Korean Air 401 seconds from touchdown 34L at Sydney Airport (SYD/YSSY) from Seoul Incheon (ICN/RKSI) - shot from Mill Stream Lookout!
The iconic butte towering above the juniper tree in this photograph is called "The West Mitten". It rises above the desert floor in southeastern Utah's Monument Valley. There are two other buttes nearby (one can be seen in the distance to the right of The West Mitten). The Navajo name for all three of these hills is "three rocks sitting there". They are key landmarks in Monument Valley and among the most well-known flat-topped buttes in America. Countless Hollywood films have used this sandy region as a backdrop, from Stagecoach (1939) to Forrest Gump (1993). More modern advertisements and TV commercials are shot in Monument Valley than anywhere else on earth.
Native to the southwestern United States, Juniper trees that vary in size and shape are often seen on the dry desert floor of Monument Valley. Juniper wood is the preferred building material of Navajos for hogans and sweat lodges. The Navajos also use the ash from the Juniper in a thick syrup for cough and sore throat. The most fascinating Navajo use of juniper, however, is for spiritual purposes. This tree is grounding, anchoring us all to the Colorado Plateau, yet also is etheric, acting as a bridge between the worlds. The pollen, released in late winter, is used in Navajo ceremony. A wonderful tradition, still alive today, is the making of juniper bead necklaces. Navajo women painstakingly collect and drill holes in the seeds, making lovely necklaces, plain or with colored seed beads. Babies and people of all ages wear these necklaces for protection on their life journeys.
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In a world that demands constant movement, stillness is a quiet form of strength. Like the seagulls perched on their posts, we find power in waiting, watching, and choosing when to act.
Stillness is not stagnation. It is awareness—absorbing, preparing, understanding. A tree stands firm before it blooms. A musician leaves pauses for breath and impact. In quiet moments, clarity emerges, allowing better decisions and deeper insights.
Strength comes not just from motion, but from knowing when to pause—to trust the rhythm of life and move when the time is right.
I just adore these colours and how well this picture has come out. Hope you like it too.
Artist Statement:
This painting captures a moment suspended between stillness and motion, where nature's forces meet the quiet resilience of human intervention. The floodwater, rendered in vibrant aquamarine, stretches up to a fence that divides two worlds: the ephemeral softness of a golden beige snowfield and the chaotic beauty of nature’s overflow. Flotsam clings to the fence, a symbol of nature’s unpredictability, while partial reflections in the water hint at the delicate balance between earth and sky.
The loose, expressive brushstrokes lend a softness to the composition, emphasizing the fluidity and transience of the scene. The fence, both a literal and metaphorical boundary, offers a sense of perspective, grounding the viewer amidst the vivid yet subtle interplay of colours. Strong, vibrant hues contrast with the gentle nuances of the snowfield, evoking both a sense of serenity and unease. Through this abstraction, I aim to explore the delicate relationship between control and chaos, beauty and destruction, and the quiet persistence of the natural world.
A cluster of buffaloes dozing by Muttukadu Lake, bathed in the warmth of the 8 AM sun.
Their stillness was grounding — the kind that makes you pause, even when you’re out chasing flamingos.
In the blurred blue of the background, a few flamingos stood faintly — faded, distant, and dreamlike.
This crop draws attention to their quiet expressions and the textured calm of rest, while letting the backdrop whisper its own story.
Located at Fort Stevens in Warrenton, Oregon. 287 feet long, 30 feet wide and 23 feet from water line to keel, this 4 masted bark was built by Riston of Mayport, England in 1890. It served the Peter Iredale and John Porter Line for 16 years, mostly hauling grain between the Pacific Northwest and Australia and coal and wood to England.
On October 26, 1906, the ship was running light from Salina Cruz, Mexico back to the Pacific Northwest. A strong southwest storm hit the ship at the mouth of the Columbia River. The change of weather was abrupt from the smooth journey they had for much of the way. Sometime between the early morning hours and dawn, the entire ship came crashing ashore.
Thanks to the landing on soft sand, no one was killed in the grounding of the vessel.
“Women have always cradled within their bodies secret mysteries of life, death, and rebirth and the healing, grounding, and balancing powers of our Mother in the Earth. We have held these mysteries sacred within us as we would carry babies in our wombs.”
― Elizabeth Eiler, Singing Woman: Voices of the Sacred Feminine
C-GZSG - Boeing B-737MAX-8 - WestJet
at Hamilton International Airport (YHM)
c/n 60.516 - built in 2018
Currently stored YHM due to the worldwide B-737MAX-grounding -
still waiting for better times
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This serene image captures the essence of a mid-September morning in an Atlanta suburb. The photograph is dominated by an expansive, brilliant blue sky that stretches across the frame, its vastness broken only by a few delicate wisps of cloud. These ethereal strands of white add depth and texture to the azure canvas above.
The lower portion of the image frames the suburban setting, with the roofline of a house visible in the right corner. Its tan siding and dark shingles provide a stark contrast to the vivid sky, grounding the scene in the familiar comfort of home. Lush, green trees flank both sides of the frame, their foliage still full and vibrant, hinting at the lingering warmth of summer even as autumn approaches.
A keen eye might spot a subtle hint of fall's impending arrival in the trees to the left of the house, where red and golden hues suggest the beginning of the seasonal change. The composition beautifully balances the natural world with human habitation, embodying the peaceful coexistence found in many suburban neighborhoods.
This snapshot encapsulates the tranquil beauty of early fall mornings in the South, where the sky's clarity and the landscape's lushness invite residents to pause and appreciate the simple joys of a new day in their suburban haven.
Aer Lingus EI-DEI "Conchúr" aka Conor in full team spirit wrap for Irish Rugby seen above in June 2017.
After 6 months in storage at Shannon, Conchúr is back on the field, having returned to Dublin on 30th September 2020, following grounding in March due to Covid-19 flight reductions.
Thats the spirit, #greenspirit
(っ◔◡◔)っ ♥ THE ENIGMATIC BRONZEBACK ♥
"I can still vividly recall the first time I laid eyes on a series of head illustrations of the Bronzeback Legless Lizard. They were drawn from the type specimen by B.C. Cotton, in Waite (1929). I was ten years old and sitting quietly in the school library. I likened the large head plates and protrusive, wedge-shaped snout as bearing a striking resemblance to that of the Archaeopteryx, the earliest and most primitive bird. In line with most fanatical herps, I already had a solid grounding with Dinosaurs, my own considerable book collection now competing for shelf space with the ever-growing titles devoted to modern day reptiles. I remember day-dreaming of a time when I had my own car, and of finding an Ophidiocephalus taeniatus in the desert myself...."
This passage forms part of the introduction to a feature article I did for Reptiles Australia magazine back in 2007. This image is of an adult male that I was fortunate to rake up around Coober Pedy a couple of months ago. The excitement of finding this lizard was on par with the first one, and it was so cool to walk among the Gidgee-lined channels on those vast gibber plains once more.
Life has a way of pulling us in countless directions—its rhythm often loud, relentless, and overwhelming. In the middle of this chaos, quiet moments become not just desirable, but essential, grounding us when everything else feels unsteady.
Meditation and stillness offer a sanctuary—a chance to retreat into silence and reconnect with ourselves. Even just a few minutes of quiet can soothe the mind, reduce stress, and spark fresh perspective. The beauty of meditation lies not in escaping the world, but in re-entering it with calm and focus.
Whether it's a quiet corner of your home, a bench in a sunlit park, or the meditative glow of a candlelit room, having a dedicated space for restoration creates a powerful invitation to pause. It reminds us that we have permission to step away, to breathe deeply, and to simply be.
In these moments, we’re reminded that renewal doesn’t have to be grand or elaborate—it thrives in simplicity. A quiet walk, the hum of nature, or the soft cadence of a cat’s purr can replenish us in ways that go beyond words. Taking time to renew isn’t a luxury; it’s an act of care that enables us to move through life with resilience, purpose, and a sense of presence.
Prompt: Create an ultra-realistic digital fine art painting of a classic 1930s-style red convertible roadster, viewed in three-quarter front perspective. The vintage car should exude timeless elegance, with sweeping fenders, polished chrome headlights and grill, detailed wire-spoke wheels, and a leather luggage compartment strapped neatly at the rear.
The body color is a deep, glossy scarlet red with subtle highlights and reflections emphasizing its smooth curvature and hand-crafted steel panels. Chrome accents around the headlights, bumpers, and hood ornament gleam with a soft metallic luster. The tires are slightly dusty, grounding the vehicle in realism.
The background should blend softly textured watercolor tones — muted beige, pale blue, and warm sepia — with gentle brush strokes and faint pencil sketch lines, creating a nostalgic, painterly ambiance that merges illustration with realism. Subtle architectural and mechanical sketch outlines should fade into the background, giving the impression of an artist’s concept study brought to life.
Lighting is soft and diffused, suggesting natural daylight filtered through a hazy atmosphere. The car’s reflections and subtle shadow beneath it should feel grounded and authentic. The composition is vertical, with the vehicle slightly angled to the lower right, leaving ample airy space above and behind for a fine art gallery aesthetic.
Artistic Style:
Ultra-realistic digital fine art painting
Hybrid watercolor and pencil sketch technique
Fine brush strokes, gentle vignette edges
Museum-quality illustration with elegant, nostalgic tones
Aspect Ratio: Vertical (3:4 or 4:5)
Quality: High-resolution, clean detailing, no noise, no grain.
Mood: Timeless, refined, nostalgic sophistication.
This digital fine art was created using OpenAI Sora AI and Photoshop
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Ein strahlender Sommertag in den Alpen – sattgrüne Hänge, kristallklares Wasser und ein Himmel voller Dynamik. Dieses Bild fängt die frische, lebendige Energie eines Tages in den Bergen ein – naturverbunden, ruhig und dennoch kraftvoll. Ideal zum Abschalten, Staunen und Träumen.
A radiant summer day in the Alps – lush green hills, crystal-clear water, and a sky full of drama. This image captures the vibrant, fresh energy of a day in the mountains – grounding, peaceful, yet powerful. Perfect for disconnecting, admiring, and dreaming.
Macro Mondays 'speckled' theme.
Tibetan prayer or meditation beads made from Picture Jasper crystal.
Picture Jasper is a variety of Brown Jasper. It is a grounding and harmonizing gemstone with a tough connection to the earth. It is said to encourage feelings of dependability towards the planet, heartening a need to care for and keep it.
It is a gemstone that usually consists of a combination of petrified mud in pockets of earliest volcanic rock in such a way that it produces a “picture”, which is referred as picture jasper.
Each bead measures just under .75 cm in diameter
My other shot for today's theme.
118 pictures in 2018 (68) connected
When we go through the process of dealing with raging emotions, it can feel as if we are closed off from the world. The deeper truth that we are inherently connected to everything around slips through our fingers... but it only takes a moment of grounding to realize that often, blinded by pain, we are the creators of our very own isolation 🌊 (and what you create, you can change)
That's what I see in this, however, feel free to come up with your very own interpretation 💙
You can see the behind the scenes on my instagram:
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This captivating image, taken during a mid-September morning walk in an Atlanta suburb, showcases nature's artistry at its finest. The photograph is dominated by a vast expanse of vibrant blue sky, adorned with wispy, elongated clouds that streak across the heavens like ethereal brushstrokes. These delicate cirrus formations create a sense of movement and depth, their gentle curves guiding the eye across the celestial canvas.
In the lower third of the frame, a lush, full-bodied tree stands in stark contrast to the sky's expanse. Its dense foliage, still a rich green, serves as a reminder of summer's lingering warmth even as autumn approaches. The tree's silhouette adds a grounding element to the composition, anchoring the ephemeral sky to the earth below.
This snapshot encapsulates the transitional beauty of early fall in the South, where the promise of cooler days dances in the sky while the landscape below holds onto the last vestiges of summer. The interplay between the dynamic clouds and the steadfast tree creates a visual metaphor for the changing seasons, inviting the viewer to pause and appreciate the subtle shifts in nature that herald the arrival of autumn.
Some of Mildenhall's Special Ops CV-22 Osprey fleet tough it out before some nocturnal activity
Now back on Ops since the type's recent grounding, this trio show off their huge 'rotors' to good advantage
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A top-down perspective that excludes the horizon, isolating only what is beneath my feet: the tall grass and the ground. I focused on the visual camouflage between the green fabric and the vertical lines of the vegetation, using a POV framing to capture the physical weight of standing on the earth. This is my photographic take on Shinrin-yoku—an instinctive shot that freezes the exact moment my steps pause, and my legs visually become human roots.
I went on a walk through Old Town Scottsdale. This is a sculpture south of Bischoff's.
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This specific sculpture is titled "Scarecrow" by Arizona-based metal artist Julio Lerma. It blends industrial folk art with traditional Southwest and Indigenous iconography to represent several symbolic themes:
The Guardian Icon: Styled as a "Scarecrow," the figure acts as a symbolic watchman or protector of the surrounding land and garden.
The Sun and Sky Energies: The radial, feathered crown and the circular disks extended on both arms represent sun bursts or solar energy. In Southwest design, this symbolizes life-giving warmth, growth, and the agricultural cycle.
Spiritual Messenger Elements: The hanging feathers dangling from the hands invoke Native American iconography, where feathers symbolize prayers, freedom, and a direct connection to the spirit world or sky forces.
Voice and Vibrational Grounding: The integrated tubular bell serves as the "voice" of the scarecrow. When caught by the wind or intentionally struck, its acoustic ring represents a spiritual cleansing or harmonic grounding of the space it guards.
With regular volcanic events grounding air power, and jagged terrain besting wheel and tread, Earth turned to unorthodox machines for subduing the Arkanin hold on Hurink. Combat frames like the Rugops provided a constant armored presence to escort the beleaguered infantry, and were prized for their versatility in the harsh alien environment.
Inspired by Ted Zhang
Eastern Boeing 767 taxiing to runway 23 at Toronto Pearson YYZ, operating a service for Sunwing due to the 737 Max grounding
In between the fjords. The sea, the mountain, the sky
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Turquoise, a blend of the color blue and the color green, has some of the same cool and calming attributes. The color turquoise is associated with meanings of refreshing, feminine, calming, sophisticated, energy, wisdom, serenity, wholeness, creativity, emotional balance, good luck, spiritual grounding, friendship, love, joy, tranquility, patience, intuition, and loyalty.
High above Sintra’s lush forests, the brilliant yellow walls of Palácio Nacional da Pena gleam beneath the Portuguese sun—a vivid symbol of Romanticism and imagination. This section of the palace, with its crenellated battlements, domed tower, and intricate stone carvings, reflects the daring vision of King Ferdinand II, who transformed a ruined monastery into a royal retreat that defied architectural convention. The bright ochre plaster and ornate detailing blur the lines between castle and fantasy, combining Gothic, Moorish, and Manueline influences into a single exuberant statement.
Every element of this facade tells a story: the onion-shaped dome inspired by Islamic architecture, the scalloped parapets echoing medieval fortresses, and the finely carved window frames that draw from Portugal’s seafaring heritage. The textures of volcanic stone contrast with the smooth, sunlit surfaces, creating a theatrical play of light and shadow against the Serra de Sintra backdrop. It’s a perfect embodiment of 19th-century Romanticism’s fascination with emotion, color, and the sublime.
Visitors crossing the courtyard are enveloped by the palace’s energy—part fairy tale, part architectural experiment. From this vantage point, the view extends across pine-covered hills toward the Atlantic, grounding the palace’s fantasy in a landscape of extraordinary natural beauty.
The yellow facade of Palácio Nacional da Pena in Sintra, Portugal, captures the Romantic era’s fusion of imagination, color, and cross-cultural influence—an architectural masterpiece perched high above the Portuguese countryside.
For those who ever visited the now closed Wintermoon sim, my soul and heart grieves for you. It was the most unique place in SL.
Often, when visiting, I would feel "guided" to a special spot I had never experienced there before. Each spot held relevance for something requiring resolution in my life at that time. Always I would find resolution and never ever experienced the same spot twice.
I was devastated when it closed. There are no other sims as magical like it in SL and nor should there. It was Wintermoon..
Standing as a masterpiece of Baroque and Gothic Revival, the Albert Hall was designed by architect W.J. Morley and completed in 1910. It was originally commissioned by the Manchester and Salford Wesleyan Mission as a "Central Hall"—a grand, welcoming space intended to draw in the city’s working classes who might have found traditional churches too intimidating.
Architectural & Historical Detail
The exterior is a striking display of Burmantofts terracotta and polished granite, featuring an elegant six-stage tower. Inside, the "hidden treasure" of the upper floor is a double-height chapel defined by a massive horseshoe-shaped balcony, original stained-glass windows, and intricate floral plasterwork.
After the Methodists departed in 1969, the grand upper hall lay derelict for over 40 years—a "time capsule" of Victorian grandeur—while the ground floor lived various lives, most notably as the nightclub Brannigans in the 1990s. It wasn't until a meticulous 2013 restoration that the chapel was reopened as one of the world's most atmospheric music venues.
Technical Specifications & Modern Use
• The Venue: The hall has a capacity of 2,000 (approx. 1,500 standing, 500 seated in the original pews).
• The Organ: The stage is dominated by a monumental Rushworth & Dreaper pipe organ, which remains fully functional and integrated into the venue's identity.
• The Sound: A state-of-the-art d&b audiotechnik sound system was custom-installed to manage the unique, natural reverberation of the vaulted space.
• Albert’s Schloss: The ground floor, once housing church offices and even a car showroom in the 1950s, is now home to Albert’s Schloss. This "Cook Haus and Bier Palace" is named after Prince Albert and serves as a Bavarian-style social hub, grounding the ethereal music hall above with copper beer tanks and Alpine hospitality.
First frame as I turn the camera on ... the Pluto trigger was already firing away.. Sheet lightning isn't really if you can look at it fast enough..
Shut the world out for a few minutes. Go outside. Walk barefoot. Touch some grass. Hug a tree. Ground yourself. Feel the gratitude.
Reconnect with the Source.
There is something uniquely grounding about a winter hike. My wife and I spent the afternoon exploring the trails at Catawba Bend Preserve in South Carolina, and the silence of the woods was striking.
I was drawn to the way the path draws the eye deep into the mist, flanked by this rhythmic wall of timber. Stripping away the color really let the textures of the bark and the geometry of the trees speak for themselves. A perfect day for clearing the head.
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A suburban villa basks in the late October sun, while towering maples showcase their stunning transformation. The brilliant crimson foliage creates a dramatic backdrop against the crisp blue Georgia sky, perfectly complementing the brick and cream tones of the home. Nature's seasonal display reminds us that even in the heart of suburban Atlanta, fall's spectacular color show is worth celebrating. The well-manicured shrubbery and neat landscaping provide a grounding contrast to the wild splendor of the maple trees above.
This year will mark the 10th anniversary of the grounding and subsequent helicopter evacuation of 22 Filipino and Korean crew members form the Pasha Bulka. The extra-tropical cyclone or east coast low as they are known on the east coast of Australia, was well forecast and the Newcastle port corporation radioed the 56 ships waiting off the coast requesting they move further offshore before the arrival of the approaching storm. Ten of the ships ignored the warning and the Pasha Bulka subsequently became beached with both bow and stern stuck in the sand almost parallel to Nobbys beach in Newcastle. Record ocean swell heights of 14.13m (46ft) were recorded at the deep water buoy 10km (6.2 miles) off Sydney with 296mm (11.6 in) of rain falling in the 24 hour period causing widespread flooding. After two failed attempts the ship itself was eventually salvaged on its third attempt many weeks later at a cost of $1.8 million. The 225 m (738 ft) long, Panamax bulk carrier, was then towed to Japan where the extensive damage to the ship itself was repaired. It was subsequently renamed the MV Drake. New South Wales, Australia. A particularly humbling experience to watch!
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Meditation is the foundation...
I learned basic meditation techniques when I was 12 years of age. Over the years my practice has been my ROCK, my grounding force.. my second sight..
What do you see when you close your eyes?
Who do you reveal when you take off the mask?
When do you ever have time to see things as they truly are?
Where is your truth?
How will you ever find peace if your mind's eye leads you astray?
"Why".. it's not the question, it's the answer...
Your path leads you to forget, and it guides you to remember..
C-GZSG - Boeing B-737MAX-8 - WestJet
at Hamilton International Airport (YHM)
c/n 60.516 - built in 2018
Currently stored YHM due to the worldwide B-737MAX-grounding
Seeking Hope in the Darkness is about those quiet, uncertain moments when life feels heavy and the path ahead is unclear. There’s something grounding in the presence of old stone, weathered monuments, and distant spires—symbols of endurance that remind us we’re not the first to feel lost.
In the hush of solitude, beneath a pale sky, we begin to listen more closely. We search for meaning not in grand revelations, but in the small things that persist: a familiar ritual, a remembered story, the gentle rhythm of breath.
Hope, in these moments, isn’t loud or certain—it’s a quiet practice. It’s choosing to keep walking, even when the way forward is dim. It’s lighting a candle, writing a few honest words, or simply sitting with the silence. Meaning doesn’t always come fully formed; sometimes it’s something we shape slowly, through connection, reflection, and the soft refusal to give up.
And maybe that’s enough.
Maybe the act of seeking, even in darkness, is its own kind of light.
This April, the energy of the universe begins to stir, and a powerful lunar phase is on the horizon – the Pink Moon. This full moon in April is not actually pink – the name comes from the flowering of pink moss phlox flowers in North America at this time. It does however bring an abundance of celestial energy. The Pink Moon is a cosmic invitation to align with your purpose, manifest your dreams, and embrace the abundance of the universe.
The Astrology of the Pink Moon
The Pink Moon falls under the sign of Libra, which is an air sign that is ruled by Venus. Libra is associated with balance, harmony, and relationships. Its symbol is the scales, which represent the need for balance and harmony in all aspects of our lives. Libra’s energy encourages us to seek fairness, equality, and justice, and it inspires us to find common ground with others. During the Pink Moon, the energies of Libra are magnified, and we are called to focus on nurturing our relationships and fostering a sense of balance and harmony in our lives.
The Pink Moon’s ruler is Venus, the planet of love, beauty, and abundance. Venus’s energy is all about creating harmony, bringing people together, and cultivating beauty in our surroundings. Venus encourages us to embrace the love and beauty that surrounds us and to connect with others on a deeper level. Its energy inspires us to find joy in the simple things in life and to express our creativity. During the Pink Moon, Venus’s energy is amplified, adding an extra layer of love and abundance to the energies of Libra.
The combination of Libra’s energy of balance and harmony and Venus’s energy of love and beauty creates a powerful and positive energy that can have a significant impact on our lives. During the Pink Moon, we are encouraged to focus on nurturing our relationships, finding balance and harmony within ourselves and our surroundings, and expressing our creativity. This is a time to let go of any negativity or imbalances in our lives and to focus on manifesting positivity and abundance.
Harnessing the Energy of the Pink Moon
The Pink Moon is a powerful time for manifestation and transformation, providing an opportunity to align with our purpose and manifest our deepest desires. To harness the energy of the Pink Moon, it’s essential to set intentions and focus on what you wish to bring into your life. Start by creating a clear vision of what you want to manifest, using positive affirmations and visualization techniques to anchor your desires in the present moment. Let go of any doubts or fears that may be holding you back and trust in the universe to bring your dreams to fruition.
The Pink Moon is also a time for letting go of what no longer serves you. Use this lunar phase to release any negative emotions, limiting beliefs, or old patterns that are holding you back from reaching your full potential. Trust that by releasing these old patterns, you make space for new growth and transformation in your life.
Rituals for the Pink Moon
The Pink Moon is a powerful time for cleansing and purifying, and there are many rituals you can do to harness this energy. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
Smudging
This practice involves burning sage or palo santo to purify the air and cleanse your space and energy. It is a common practice in Native American and Indigenous cultures and is believed to have spiritual and healing benefits.
Crystal Grid
Create a crystal grid using stones like rose quartz, amethyst, and citrine to amplify the energy of the Pink Moon. You can arrange the stones in a specific pattern or design, and place them in your space to enhance the energy of the full moon. This ritual is believed to help bring love, abundance, and manifestation.
Moon Water
Place a jar of water outside under the light of the Pink Moon to infuse it with the energy of the moon. You can use this water for rituals, such as cleansing or blessing, or even to drink. Moon water is considered to have powerful and transformative properties, making it an excellent tool for your spiritual practice.
Candle Magic
Light a pink candle and focus on your intentions and desires. Use the candle to release any fears or doubts and to bring in the energy of manifestation. This ritual is believed to help you align your energy with the energy of the Pink Moon, allowing you to attract positivity and abundance into your life.
How to Make the Most of the Pink Moon
To make the most of the Pink Moon, it’s essential to plan and prepare. Take the time to reflect on your goals and desires, and create a clear plan of action to bring them to fruition. Stay grounded and centered, using meditation or other grounding practices to connect with your inner wisdom and guidance. Trust the process, and know that the universe is conspiring in your favor. Finally, take inspired action, following your intuition and taking steps towards your goals.
Nikki Harper
In a world where AI feeds our desire for instant gratification as soon as we have a thought or need, it is grounding and humbling to walk in a place that is impervious to the wishes of man. Created by time and the most natural of elements, water and earth, a beauty emerges that is wondrous in its impossibility. Man's interference is not welcome or wanted here. Here patience is respected. The Navajo understood the sacredness of this space, knowing that there are things larger and greater than themselves.
"You don't get to choose how you're going to die. Or when. You can only decide how you're going to live. Now." ~ Joan Baez
Grounding of the UK registered Dive Support Vessel Jean Elaine in Deer Sound, (Dingieshowe) Deerness, Orkney.22/07/24 is under investigation by the UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB)
The Jean Elaine was intentionally beached after she started taking on water on the evening of 22/07/24 she was conducting a Sea Grass Survey and struck an unknown underwater object.
The Jean Elaine has been cleaned and fuel oils and other such pollutants have been removed as her owners await a decision from her insurers as to what will happen next? i.e. be salvaged? be broken up onsite? or will the winter storms break her up where is?
www.gov.uk/government/publications/marine-accident-invest...