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Oil Gauge at Packwood House, Warwickshire. *822
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Selected for Flickr group 'in explore', by group admin David Kracht, on 02 April 2022. Thank you David.
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02 March 2022 Thank you :)
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Siamo nei pressi di Gunzach (Allgau - Germania),in mezzo alle campagne innevate, dove vediamo transitare la locomotiva diesel BR 218 476, come trazione dell' IC 2084 Oberstdorf-Hamburg Altona. (Gunzach 15-2-2019)
This photo has been edited in the style of Glyn Dewis' home guard tutorial www.glyndewis.com/hg_scramble/
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In the fertile lands of ancient Egypt, nestled amid the meandering Nile River, a captivating beauty emerged from the shimmering waters. It was the Blue Egyptian Waterlily, a delicate blossom that graced the landscape with its enchanting presence.
As the morning sun kissed the horizon, the Blue Egyptian Waterlily unfolded its petals, revealing a symphony of deep azure hues. Its velvety blue petals, glistening with droplets of dew, embraced the world with an ethereal grace. Floating effortlessly on emerald-green lily pads, it became a symbol of tranquility and serenity in the bustling oasis.
In the hearts of the Egyptians, this aquatic marvel held profound symbolism. It was believed to be the embodiment of rebirth and the cycle of life. Just as the Blue Egyptian Waterlily emerged from the murky depths each day, blooming anew with radiant vitality, so too did the Egyptian civilization thrive amidst the challenges they faced.
Its striking blue petals mirrored the heavenly expanse above, where the gods and goddesses resided. To the ancient Egyptians, this divine flower was a bridge between the earthly realm and the realm of the gods, a connection to the spiritual forces that guided their lives.
But beyond its symbolic significance, the Blue Egyptian Waterlily was a source of practical use. Its roots, submerged beneath the water's surface, provided a habitat for fish, frogs, and other aquatic creatures. The leaves and flowers held medicinal properties, utilized in remedies and potions to alleviate ailments and promote well-being.
Through the passage of time, the allure of the Blue Egyptian Waterlily has endured. Its delicate petals continue to inspire artists, poets, and dreamers alike. It serves as a gentle reminder of the harmony found in nature, the enduring power of beauty, and the profound wisdom that can be discovered in even the simplest of things.
So, let us immerse ourselves in the captivating aura of the Blue Egyptian Waterlily, and allow its timeless charm to transport us to the banks of the ancient Nile, where the whispers of a bygone era continue to echo through the petals of this exquisite flower.
Lovely to sit outside on this warm evening. Lumix G- 25mm prime lens (Explore)
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This is my grand dog meditating after his relaxing bath. He is half Jack Russell Terrier and half Shih Tzu.
Lissabon - Avenida Almirante Reis - Rua Regueirão dos Anjos
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I have seen many sunsets! But one that sets in a metropolis with a concrete jungle as background is not a frequent sight! For those who has never seen one here is an image I took last week when I was in metropolis Singapore. This image was taken from Marina Bay Sands with my iPhone and post-processed with a golden preset.
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Orchid, (family Orchidaceae), any of nearly 1,000 genera and more than 25,000 species of attractively flowered plants distributed throughout the world, especially in wet tropics. Orchidaceae is a member of Asparagales, an order of monocotyledonous flowering plants that also includes the asparagus and iris families. The word orchid is derived from the Greek word (orchis) for testicle because of the shape of the root tubers in some species of the genus Orchis. These nonwoody perennial plants are generally terrestrial or epiphytic herbs (i.e., growing on other plants rather than rooted in soil). Those attached to other plants often are vine like and have a spongy root covering called the velamen that absorbs water from the surrounding air. Most species manufacture their own food, but some live on dead organic material (saprophytic) or are helped to obtain nourishment by a fungus living in their roots. A single Orchid seedpod can contain millions of Orchid seeds that can be easily compared to the size of a speck of dust that is only visible when under a microscope. This is why it is sort of challenging to grow and cultivate these pretty flowers.