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We had it confirmed yesterday that our dear Flickr friend, Gérard had left us. I say confirmed because I had noticed he had not reappeared as he always did and the days of his absence were increasingly disturbing. I thought about him often of late...his loyalty, consistent presence and most of all his humor. He is the only one I've ever known who I could really hear laugh when he wrote "LOL."
It's funny how this medium can actually develop what can only be defined as real friendships when one anticipates and looks forward to daily interactions and comments. I recall the shock I felt when he informed us of his condition...and clearly recall also the shock he himself felt in just those few dramatic words. I eagerly awaited his return to Flickr from his treatments and, when he did, marveled at his spirit during this impossibly difficult time.
Gérard and I shared musical tastes and frequently exchanged YouTube links we thought appropriate to an image or an expressed thought. In many ways, we were on the same "wave length" and we discussed and mourned the losses in the musical arena this year. And now he has joined them. It has indeed been a year of loss.
So adieu, mon ami. You will be missed deeply by many, as myself, who have never met or even spoken to you...a tribute indeed. Oh, and I can tell that's you captured in this image by the white head...;-)
And one more link to carry you onward...
Taken with my iPhone
Thank you in advance to everyone that comments and/or faves my picture. They are all immensely appreciated.
This chipmunk that we found deep in the forest was hiding in plain sight. it thought by not moving it would not be found, and that nearly was the case. We could hardly see it in the light as diminished by the trees; had to turn the speed down and the iso up to photograph it. A little light came through a break in the tree tops which can be seen in the eye reflection.
Photo taken in Kent Gardens Park, McLean, Virginia.
all that is gold does not glitter
not all those who wander are lost
the old that is strong does not wither
deep roots are not reached by the frost
--jrr tolkien--
Years ago, I used to walk in a lovely beech wood. I never could remember exactly how to get there. Today, I found myself in it by accident ! I will not forget again.
Processed in Topaz Studio with my own texture applied.
If any one of you has lost something precious to you, I hope you find it again, whether it be material or spiritual.
Thank you, as always, for taking a look.
Framed by the South Island’s stunning Southern Alps, a lonely Willow tree has grown up to spread its wings just off shore at the south end of Lake Wanaka.
Mourning Doves (Zenaida macroura). This pair of love birds have been hanging around my property for the past four years. They use the Spanish moss hanging in my oak tree to build their nests.
They try nesting in some unusual places around my yard. Hanging planters are their favorites. Every spring they go through this ritual of affection for each other and then its off to forage for twigs and moss. Wonder where their nest will be this time?
This tree at the Quiraing on Skye must be one of the most photographed trees in Scotland. It's certainly very photogenic. So much so that it's hard not to take the classic shot. I did however head over to see if I could capture some nice clouds just before sunrise too.
For some that phrase would describe their eyes after a late night of partying and ringing in the New Year. For me on this first morning of the 20s, it meant first-light reaching Towers of the Virgin in Zion National Park.
Being a native East-Coaster, who has transplanted to life on the West Coast, I still feel that the New Year occurs when the crystal ball drops in New York, and that's the end. So, with the aide of staid Springdale, Utah, it was easy to get an early bedtime on New Years Eve so we could begin the trek to the Canyon Overlook Trail at 6:00 AM to catch first-light and sunrise from this vantage.
The trail is a relatively flat mile hike with a few tricky spots where the ice and slickrock conspire to give even the most sure-footed concern in the dark. Once we reached the overlook, I was a little concerned that our cold trek may have been for naught, due to the heavy cloud cover. Though they were thick overhead, there still was some clearing to the East, along the sun on the horizon to light a narrow band, reflecting off the cloud bottoms and warming the sheer rocks faces of the Temple of the Virgin ahead. This image was captured about 10-15 minutes before the local sunrise time, and is considerably brighter than what we saw with our eyes, due to the 20-second exposure.
Once the actual sun rays reached the Temple directly, the light only lit the areas seen here in red for less than 5 minutes before disappearing above the clouds for the remainder of the day.
Recognition:
Merit, Nature/Landscape category - JAN 24 PPSDC Image Competition, San Diego
Selected for Display, Color Scenic Landscape: Winter - JUN-JUL 2023, International Exhibition of Photography, San Diego County Fair, Del Mar Racetrack and Fairgrounds, CA
The Chilean rose tarantula can be a pet here in US but I don't want it near me. (Best in Large)
Winter time is the appropriate time to post your pc vault photos. Too many photos there that I want to share with you.
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-Rashani
when i downloaded this image from my camera i knew instantly that i needed to convert it to black & white with just a bit of tint. to me i can better appreciate this flower's beautiful form, its graceful lines and subtle textures, without the distraction of colors.
225 days to go before my next trip to the Philippines.
CHEF Temari challenges us to express the secret life of flowers ...
➤ Your image must include one and only one flower though that same flower may be repeated up to 12 times.
➤ You must use a basically two-toned background with colors derived from your flower.
➤ Include at least one sphere or bubble.
➤ The image must have from two (min) to five (max) fairies and/or butterflies and/or bees.
➤ NO BIRDS.
All items are from my own photos.
… and closer to the training pen. This look is very familiar to anyone who has horses. We see a beautiful morning fresh with new possibilities to up our horsemanship game, and our equine bestie sees his friends loafing around in the pasture and grieves the ever increasing distance between his destination and his oats! Not to worry, Roanie, I foresee carrots in your very near future!
Happy Friday, everyone! Wishing you happy trails and a weekend filled with all of the things you love the most! ♥
Because you are our first grandchild, that's why! Robin William Collis is the first child of our daughter, Tanya Vincenza Collis, and her husband Nick.
Photograph by Tanya Collis.
Stiff Dione Top AND Maike Shorts available at Stiff store. TAXI
Leven Ink Gloria Lipstick available at Kinky monthly event. TAXI
After event end will be available at Leven Ink main store. TAXI
Lyrium. Luka Breathing Stand Set, static 1, available at The Fifty Event. TAXI
After event end, will be available at Lyrium. main store. TAXI
Hair: Bellami, Doux
so much like stars
filling the dark trees
that one could easily imagine
its reason for being was nothing more
than prettiness.”
― Mary Oliver
For all lovely Details please read below ♥
S C E N E
House
Hisa - Winterbourne Lodge @ Santa Inc. 2020
Snow Grass and Bushes
Hisa Snow Grass and Bushes @ FaMESHed
• HISA - Winter Grass MIX 1
• HISA - Winter Grass with shrubbery
Snow Mounds
Hisa Snow Mounds and Textures @ FaMESHed
• HISA - Snow Pile 1
• HISA - Snow Pile Corner
• HISA - Snow Mound 4
Western Larch Trees with Snow
Tarte - Western larch trees @ Uber
Comes with a Hud for Snow or w/Snow option and to turn lights on/off
Snowman
Tarte - Merry Snowman (no lights) @ N21
Scarf wiith Texture Changer and snowmans comes with lights/ no lights
Other Items
• Heart - Pathways - Crazing Paving - Snowy - Patio
• Heart - WW - Deep Forest Pine
• Heart - Snowy Ground Twigs
• 05 MI Snow Sled [4 LI]
• Heart - Snowy Fence
• HPMD* Shrub03
• HPMD* Shrub03 - winter d
• Heart - Snowy Path - Curve 45
Once upon a time, there was a girl who made a wish
To find herself a love and finally make a switch
Then you came around, you healed another stitch
And I'm glad about that, I can finally make the switch
And I know, yeah I know
Many would like to be in my shoes
And I know, yeah I know
With you, I got nothin’ to lose
When I’m down, you can bring me up
Up-p-p, up-p-p, up-p-p, up-p-p
And when I’m hurt, you know I don’t need much
You can use that magic touch
When I’m down, you can bring me up
Up-p-p, up-p-p, up-p-p, up-p-p
And when I’m hurt, you know I don’t need much
You can use that magic touch
You can use that magic touch
You can use that magic touch
I was running all the time, babe, you came and slowed me down
It’s me, myself and you now, I'm levitating off the ground
And when you came around, you healed another stitch
I was lost, but now you found me, I can finally make the switch
And I know, yeah I know
Many would like to be in my shoes
And I know, yeah I know
With you, I got nothin' to lose
When I’m down, you can bring me up
Up-p-p, up-p-p, up-p-p, up-p-p
And when I’m hurt, you know I don’t need much
You can use that magic touch
When I’m down, you can bring me up
Up-p-p, up-p-p, up-p-p, up-p-p
And when I’m hurt, you know I don’t need much
You can use that magic touch
You can use that magic touch
You can use that magic touch
French Bulldog Adult - [Rezz Room] @ InWorld
Pomeranian Adult - [Rezz Room] @ InWorld
~More info/photos on blog
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My version of the classic "Lady and the Tramp"
Yes another shot of that lovely tree with Florence sitting in the hollow in late afternoon light.
Taken at the BWC.
It can happen at any moment when "that moment" happens.
Usually in my case I miss that moment....
On this occasion I was set up for a perspective shot beneath the L tracks when I saw "that girl" at the corner. She smiled as she waited for me to take my shot. With a smile in return I waved her across. Thank you.......
...you have to surrender.
[...Summer will be cold, but everything will be fine... Hang on and keep shinin’, you’re not alone... <3]
A storm glass is a glass tube filled with multiple chemicals, and it is said that the weather in the near future can be known from the state of the solution, precipitation, and crystals.
Crystals have appeared today, so the weather will be bad soon.
"I take the night train, I take an airplane
'Cause you belong to me
I just wanna say, ain't gonna let you getaway
'Cause you belong to me.
I only wanna ho-o-old you
I just wanna ho-o-old you
C'mon let me ho-o-old you, tonight.
You say ain't leaving, I can't help dreaming
You belong to me
I take the highway, I take the low way
Don't you belong to me.
I only wanna ho-o-old you
I just wanna ho-o-old you
C'mon let me ho-o-old you, tonight.
C'mon
End up drinking, get's me thinking
You belong to me
While you're out there, remember I'm right here
And you belong to me.
I only wanna ho-o-old you,
I just wanna ho-o-old you
C'mon let me ho-o-old you
C'mon let me ho-o-old you
Tonight"
Athena's amazing photo HERE