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One of Savannah’s most beloved attractions is Forsyth Park. Among the park’s abundant greenery is the dense urban forest of gnarled live oaks draped with Spanish moss. The old Oak trees are as iconic to the city of Savannah as its man-made historic treasures.
Since the early 19th century, Savannah planted out trees in its streets and squares to provide shade in the summer and beauty the year round, earning it the title of “The Forest City.” Today, its arching live oaks, swathed with picturesquely gothic drapes of Spanish moss, are one of the city’s most charming and typical sights.
This photo was edited with Skylum's Luminat AI software.
Hello there! Happy Humpday my friends! I am here today in a decorated living space inside of a pergola! Featuring MudHoney with the Porter Patio set new to the 6º Republic event and Kalopsia with the Sir Shiny Horn & The Magic Beans new to the Equal 10 Event. These items can easily also be in a living space indoors. Don't let the patio name fool you! I was having a hard time finding a nice sectional when this set was released! Perfect timing! You can build it up as big or as small as you want! The fatpack is filled with some nice colors as well. The set also comes with two tables and a texture change rug. Everything is texture change which helps with making your space your own. The Shiny Horns and Magic Beans I have here are the Limited Gold color version but it also comes in Pink and blue. I am such a blue person so it was a close second to me using it. I have full details for everything in this space on the blog! Feel free to have a look! Thank you so much for the support! I wish all of you a blessed day ahead. xoxo <3333 Ebony
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[Catwa] Daniel Bento Head
[Modulus] - Oli Hair - Catwa Size @ Uber
[Mister Razzor] Pablo Facial Hair - Black - CATWA
[Mister Razzor] Pablo Beard Mesh Bento
[Signature] Gianni Body
[Speakeasy] Humble Tattoo (unpacked) @ Southern Charm from Dec. 9th
[Stray Dog] Gianni Skin - TONE 04
[HEVO] Drip Ripped Jeans - Gianni
[NAVAJO] Breathing AO stand 6A
BATHROOM
[BackBone] Playtime Bathroom Set - Adult @ FaMESHed (Includes modular walls)
This is part of the historic downtown in Eufaula, Alabama. It is a beautiful place to visit. The town is home to the second largest historic district in the state, with more than 700 historic and architecturally significant structures. It is only 88 miles from where I live. In the movie, "Sweet Home Alabama", some of the film's historic homes were filmed in Eufaula. Some of the stars in this movie were Reese Witherspoon, Josh Lucas and Candace Bergen.
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Originating in the small town of its namesake–Calabash, North Carolina—this style of fried seafood is iconic to the Grand Strand. All along this string of fishing towns you’ll find mom-and-pop seafood houses serving up baskets of golden, crispy Calabash-style fish, shrimp, and oysters. And...this is where they come from...local shrimp boats that head out every single morning to 'catch' their share of the local delicacy. This one in particular is the Southern Charm and is located at the Hurricane Fleet Marina, just down the road from The Original opened by Mrs. Lucy Coleman in 1940 to serve up the iconic Calabash seafood.
Three bracketed photos were taken with a handheld Nikon D7200 and combined with Photomatix Pro to create this HDR image. Additional adjustments were made in Photoshop CS6.
"For I know the plans I have for you", declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." ~Jeremiah 29:11
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This is one of the most popular waterfalls in South Carolina to visit due to its ease of accessibility; a short walk down a trail to a viewing platform.
However, if you want the full experience of this spectacular waterfall you need to be a bit more adventurous and continue the primitive trail down below the platform to the base of the falls.
This route is not recommended for beginners or people with disabilities, as it is quite steep and filled with slippery rocks and projecting roots.
However, the reward of this view at the bottom is well worth it for those who are fit enough for the trek.
I love the multi-tier cascades of Issaqueena Falls, and it provides so many opportunities for compositions.
This angle is one I have wanted to capture for a while, and when spring finally arrived I made the trip out one afternoon.
Even on a week day, however, there were other people here, so it definitely proves it's a popular destination, especially with the famed Stumphouse Tunnel and Yellow Branch Falls close by.
Ever wondered why it's called Issaqueena Falls? Well, legend has it that a creek maiden named Issaqueena pretended to jump to her death off this waterfall to elude and escape Cherokee Indian warriors, but instead jumped off and hid on one of the falls’ ledges to avoid capture. You can read more about this on a sign near the start of the trail.
Thank you for taking the time to stop and read my post and view my photos.
Wishing you all a wonderful rest of the week!
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The small but beautiful Carrick Creek Falls located within Table Rock State Park in South Carolina is a popular stop for many hikers visiting the park.
On this spring afternoon I was fortunate enough to have the area around the falls and surrounding swimming pool all to myself.
The creek offers several photo opportunities with various streams and cascades along the way, some more or less easily accessible along the trail itself.
I started at this spot and worked my way up the creek a little ways. The mountain laurel was blooming all over the place, which added a nice accent to the scene.
With hot and humid temperatures outside today, I wouldn't mind going back here and dipping my feet in to cool off.
Wishing everyone a wonderful 4th of July weekend, and thank you for stopping by to view my images!
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One of the houses facing the lake in my neighborhood it looked so pretty in the snow. I like the simplicity and symmetry of this house, it's charming in all seasons.
I haven't had a lot of time for flickr lately and I'm very behind, apologies for that I'll catch up eventually.
Thank you for your visit. :-)
This image captures the elegance of traditional Andalusian architecture, where brilliant white façades serve as the perfect canvas for playful red details — from dotted flowerpots to ornate lanterns. A subtle interplay of shadows and light adds dimension to the tranquil scene, emblematic of southern Spain’s village charm.
~Autumn at Dry Falls~
I hope everyone had a blessed transition into the new year!
My first post for 2021 goes along with my mood for this dreary first day of January in South Carolina, which is water.
Therefore, I thought I would share a favorite from the Western North Carolina area - Dry Falls.
Being anything but dry, this magnificent waterfall is located along the North Carolina Mountain Scenic By-Way in the Cullasaja River Gorge.
What makes this an ever so popular waterfall amongst tourists and photographers alike is, aside from its accessibility, the fact that you can walk behind it for a multitude of viewing angles.
Beware, however, especially after a good rain fall, the intensity of the water does create some heavy misting, so bring a raincoat or umbrella if you don't like to get wet.
Moreover, this waterfall is beautiful and impressive in any season, but the autumn colors do create a wonderful element to this scene.
I still have a plethora of images from this past autumn to go through, so my goal is to get around to sharing many more images with you all in the near future.
Until then, I hope everyone is staying safe and well!
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Fabulous views were revealed to me the day I held aloft my magic camera and said: by the power of Nikon!
Fellow He-Man geeks may be the only ones to catch that reference, lol!
Anyhow, you simply cannot beat a scene like this when you come upon it; dense clusters of Catawba Rhododendron adorning the hillsides on Grassy Ridge Bald in the Roan Highlands.
Wishing everyone a great week ahead, and thank you for stopping by to view my photos.
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The sun's late afternoon light shines upon the hills of the Southern Appalachians along the Blue Ridge Parkway during early Autumn colors.
Fall is one of my favorite times to visit the mountains as the colors begin to pop amidst the summer greens.
Despite not being able to travel much this season, the times I have been able to get out have been very refreshing for the soul.
Wishing everyone a wonderful weekend ahead, and thank you for stopping by to view my images!
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251 Chatham St
Mobile, Alabama
Photo taken on February 28, 2023
Sometimes our thoughts are like the branches on a live oak tree. All tangled up moving in all directions. This is life in 3D. Live oak branches are how we think. Even though we have a clear target (the branches are seeking sunlight) there are often things that get in our way and we have to divert around the obstacles but our target is still obtainable. It helps if there is a bench around so that we can sit and sort things out as our lives progress.
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Another shot from atop Grassy Ridge during my recent venture to Roan Mountain.
The light was ever changing with the ebb and flow of the clouds, and was particularly eye catching in this scene as it illuminated the spring green covered hills and rhododendron bushes below.
This area is a true delight for the eyes!
Wishing you all a wonderful rest of the weekend!
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The mighty Table Rock reflecting in Lake Oolenoy on a cold Winter's morning.
Table Rock State Park is one of my favorite places to explore in my local vicinity of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Upstate South Carolina.
Hope you enjoy the view :-)
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The log cabin of Table Rock State Park's Visitor Center in Upstate South Carolina reflects in Lake Oolenoy amidst a wintery white blanket.
Had a great time photographing various compositions around the grounds of Table Rock on this cold January day a few years back.
Got several more to share, so be sure to stay tuned.
Hope everyone's having a great week so far!
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Nestled within the Jocassee Gorge along the Blue Ridge Escarpment is a natural treasure of wildlife and beauty, known as the Laurel Fork Heritage Preserve.
The jewel of Laurel Fork is the majestic Virginia Hawkins Falls, which has also been known as Double Falls, and is a 25-foot cascading wonder and offers several appealing compositions for photographers.
One that I don't recall seeing is the one accompanying this post, which I felt captured the essence of this beautiful spot.
I may post another shot or two from different angles at a later time, but wanted to start the week off by sharing this image with you all.
And when you're out and about exploring the beauty of our natural world, always remembers to leave it better than you found it.
Thank you for stopping by to view my photos and read my posts.
Wishing everyone a wonderful week ahead!
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Here in view are the upper falls on Carrick Creek in Table Rock State Park amidst fresh spring greens and blooming Mountain Laurel.
This stair-step cascade forms the center piece of the upper falls series, with a smaller waterfall at the top, followed by a natural sluice, or water slide (however you want to look at or use it) which eventually runs off and forms the lower Carrick Creek Falls from my previous post.
The Carrick Creek Loop Trail follows this creek for most of its 2-mile trek, with several other spots for enjoying nature's wonders.
This area also converges into several other trail options, including the Table Rock Summit trail, which takes you to the top of Table Rock with magnificent vistas of the Blue Ridge Escarpment and the Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area.
Wishing you all a wonderful rest of the 4th of July weekend, and thank you for stopping by to view my photos!
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3645 Highway 18 (River Road)
Vacherie, La. 70090
800-265-7035
225-265-2151
Oak Alley is a 25 acre sugar cane plantation in St. James Parish, Louisiana. It faces the Mississippi river which is directly across the River Road from the plantation's 28 oak tree lined alley.
The house; which is surrounded by 28 doric columns, was built for Jacques Telespore Roman by architect, Joseph Pilie from 1837-1839.
The plantation has been open for public tours and events since 1972 and also serves as a bed and breakfast.
Oak Alley has been featured often in TV and film productions including the motion pictures: Hush, Hush Sweet Charlotte, The Long Hot Summer, Interview With A Vampire and Primary Colors.
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Single exposure. Processed with Adobe Snapheal CK.
Roan Mountain in Western North Carolina and Eastern Tennessee embodies the beauty of the Southern Appalachian landscape.
Lush rolling green hills covered in blooming Rhododendrons makes spring such a wonderful time to explore this alluring land.
As I came upon this particular scene, I felt as if I was looking through a window to another world.
And looking at this image now, I felt compelled to create a short verse to aid in my self-expression:
"Come away with me, to a place where the hills are lush and green and all God's creatures play.
Come away with me, and stay, in this magical place where all your troubles fade and your heart is set free.
Come away with me, and you will see, truly see, the beauty of this world."
Wishing you all a wonderful weekend, and thank you for stopping by to listen and to view my photos.
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Elsewhere known as the john, the shanty, the shack, the throne, the shed, the earth closet, the relief office—it was the humble outhouse. The little buildings “out back” were as important as any building built before indoor plumbing. This was the building you located as soon as possible when you came to visit.
As outhouses were eventually replaced with indoor plumbing and fell into disuse, they became treasure troves for those willing to explore the old privy pits. Outhouses were also domestic disposal sites for old bottles, crockery and dishes.
So believe it or not, they still yield historic pieces of value.
You can view "large".....but CAUTION: it might get a bit smelly. ;-)
Thank Y'all for viewing this small piece of History.
Commentary is welcome.....but keep it clean....
Have a great Sunday !
Phenomenal Woman
by Maya Angelou
Pretty women wonder where my secret lies.
I'm not cute or built to suit a fashion model's size
But when I start to tell them,
They think I'm telling lies.
I say,
It's in the reach of my arms
The span of my hips,
The stride of my step,
The curl of my lips.
I'm a woman
Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That's me.
I walk into a room
Just as cool as you please,
And to a man,
The fellows stand or
Fall down on their knees.
Then they swarm around me,
A hive of honey bees.
I say,
It's the fire in my eyes,
And the flash of my teeth,
The swing in my waist,
And the joy in my feet.
I'm a woman
Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That's me.
Men themselves have wondered
What they see in me.
They try so much
But they can't touch
My inner mystery.
When I try to show them
They say they still can't see.
I say,
It's in the arch of my back,
The sun of my smile,
The ride of my breasts,
The grace of my style.
I'm a woman
Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That's me.
Now you understand
Just why my head's not bowed.
I don't shout or jump about
Or have to talk real loud.
When you see me passing
It ought to make you proud.
I say,
It's in the click of my heels,
The bend of my hair,
the palm of my hand,
The need of my care,
'Cause I'm a woman
Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That's me.
the Magnolia Plantation is such a poignant reminder of the Olde South with all of it's pretty girl azalaes decked out in their fancy spring colors like Southern Belles going to the Ball...and those genteel old oaks draped in moss and their branches bending towards the azalaes in curtsy~almost as if to say, "Would you like to dance?"
time gone by~ such an era of grace...
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Still I Rise by Maya Angelou
You may write me down in history
With your bitter, twisted lies,
You may trod me in the very dirt
But still, like dust, I'll rise.
Does my sassiness upset you?
Why are you beset with gloom?
'Cause I walk like I've got oil wells
Pumping in my living room.
Just like moons and like suns,
With the certainty of tides,
Just like hopes springing high,
Still I'll rise.
Did you want to see me broken?
Bowed head and lowered eyes?
Shoulders falling down like teardrops.
Weakened by my soulful cries.
Does my haughtiness offend you?
Don't you take it awful hard
'Cause I laugh like I've got gold mines
Diggin' in my own back yard.
You may shoot me with your words,
You may cut me with your eyes,
You may kill me with your hatefulness,
But still, like air, I'll rise.
Does my sexiness upset you?
Does it come as a surprise
That I dance like I've got diamonds
At the meeting of my thighs?
Out of the huts of history's shame
I rise
Up from a past that's rooted in pain
I rise
I'm a black ocean, leaping and wide,
Welling and swelling I bear in the tide.
Leaving behind nights of terror and fear
I rise
Into a daybreak that's wondrously clear
I rise
Bringing the gifts that my ancestors gave,
I am the dream and the hope of the slave.
I rise
I rise
I rise.
~Angel~
And as the Easter weekend drew to a close, we're flying into a new week as spring continues to bring life back to the world.
Starting this new week off with continued images from our times in the South Carolina Lowcountry.
The Great Egret is such a majestic bird; when the light hits them just right their white coat emits a beautiful glow.
Sometimes they remind me of angels... and since we're coming off the Holy Week, I thought this image was quite suited.
Until next time, stay safe and well my friends!
© 2021 Johan Hakansson Photography, All Rights Reserved.
I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings
by Maya Angelou
A free bird leaps on the back
Of the wind and floats downstream
Till the current ends and dips his wing
In the orange suns rays
And dares to claim the sky.
But a BIRD that stalks down his narrow cage
Can seldom see through his bars of rage
His wings are clipped and his feet are tied
So he opens his throat to sing.
The caged bird sings with a fearful trill
Of things unknown but longed for still
And his tune is heard on the distant hill for
The caged bird sings of freedom.
The free bird thinks of another breeze
And the trade winds soft through
The sighing trees
And the fat worms waiting on a dawn-bright
Lawn and he names the sky his own.
But a caged BIRD stands on the grave of dreams
His shadow shouts on a nightmare scream
His wings are clipped and his feet are tied
So he opens his throat to sing.
The caged bird sings with
A fearful trill of things unknown
But longed for still and his
Tune is heard on the distant hill
For the caged bird sings of freedom.
......and thank God for that !!! luv her or hate her, she cant b ignored :))) shes my thorn in the side, my constant headache, my resident, my friend, and my reason for being on flicker in the first place lol. she pisses me off, makes me smile, and makes me nervous all at the same time. shes...well, Maggs :) hugs u gurly :)))
no maggs, that dress does NOT make your butt look big...... now will u get over here and take the damn pic???
These 3 were taken around a customer's pool in their courtyard. I see a lot of this sort of stuff in my work, but this one was laid out really nice and had a welcoming feel to it that invited you to sit, relax, and enjoy the sound of the water.
Out on Grassy Ridge Bald amidst the Roan Mountain Highlands, the light was changing by the second as wind whipped to and fro.
Panning around the landscape offered not only different compositions, but a change in light.
Ultimately, it's all about what you see, as much metaphorically as literally.
I believe we are the artists and God provides us with the canvas and the tools.
Or as someone famous once said, "we are the writers of our own story".
Thank you for stopping by to view my photos, and may the light be ever in your favor!
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Brown-Villere Mansion
corner of Valence St.
Uptown, New Orleans
Considered the largest home in New Orleans.
Constructed 1901-1904 by W.P. Brown for his wife.
Brown cornered the cotton market and went on to establish what would become the Hibernia Bank.
9 bedrooms, 22,000 sq. ft. Romanesque Revival.
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Warm golden light greets the morning over a field near my house in the Upstate of South Carolina, USA.
First day of September today and we are swiftly moving closer to fall.
With the heat we've had lately, I must say I'm very much looking forward to the crisp blue skies and cool autumn breeze.
I hope everyone is having a nice long Labor Day weekend and thank you for stopping by to look!
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