For those that aren't familiar with London this is the Greenwich foot tunnel. It runs under the Thames and connects Greenwich with the Isle of Dogs, leading onto Canary Wharf a mile or two beyond. At both ends of the foot tunnel is a lift plus a set of stairs. I used to know the exact number of steps to get to street level because when I was still working my folding bicycle and I used to go through this foot tunnel twice a day and more often than not one or both of the lifts would be out of service. Not sure how reliable they are these days but what I can say is when I used it on my recent visit it was working just fine. So this is me up against the wall of the lift shooting back through the glass doors towards the tunnel just as the doors have closed.

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And are those real angels in the magazines?

Oh, is there a heaven?

You'd know now you've been

Are those real stars that hang in the sky?

Or are they man-made, a trick of the light?

Amen, amen, amen

And is there a God up there?

So, where does He hide?

'Cause the devil is raging inside my mind

And is there a moment when it all makes sense?

When saying goodbye, doesn't feel like the end?

Amen

Amen

Amen, amen

Sometimes I can't help blaming You

For leaving me here, what am I supposed to do?

There's plenty of women, there's drink and there's drugs

But we both know that won't be enough

'Cause I see You in the daytime, and I hear You at night

There's a pale imitation burnt in my eyes

I don't wanna be here, I don't know what to do

Sometimes I'd rather be dead

At least then I'm with You

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Taken last year on a wonderful but brief lunchtime jaunt into Hillock Wood, Buckinghamshire when a pocket of mist lingered in the woods in time for the low winter sun to bath it all with its golden light.

Skating in the winter wonderland that is 'Where our journey begins'

River Sava

♥ Credits ♥

For those who will stay....have a PLEASANT TIME......for those who will be away, like me, a GOOD VACATION....for those who are coming back soon...welcome........

for ALL..... THANKS FROM MY HEART and arrivederci.

AM :-D

Those aren't the dogs you're looking for.

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Hope is eternal, that is what makes life worth living. Sometimes we want to give up, but never give up as one door closes another door opens. Believe. I wish that I could make a difference for the Syrian and other world refugees, even so, I will not give up hope for them.

Thank you for your kind visit. Have a wonderful and beautiful day! xo💜💜

Those damn alien Time intruders were smart but they screwed up and wrote that fake graffiti’backwards’!!!

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those secret shared moments - just remember .......

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Sambar Deer is a large deer that inhabits much of Southern Asia and can be found in a variety of forest habitats. These hardy species are seen congregating in large herds in the national parks and reserves of Sri Lanka, India and Thailand. The Sambar deer found in Sri Lanka is a sub-species found only in the island nation known as Rusa unicolor unicolor. This sub-species is one of the largest found in the world, and has the largest antlers both in body and in size.

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Have you ever felt, that flowers are smiling to you, whenever you take their portrait in the Summer season?In your garden? Because I have! Such a joyful, bright, tender smile!! ❤️!!!!!Such a heartfelt emotion in my body!

Therefore, I am going now to share with you, some blooming smiles of my garden, in my current photos! Enjoy!!! ❤️

Those tiny little black balls inside the green pod is the Allium flower seeds.

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Small, brightly-colored leaf warbler. Yellowish green above and pale below, with bright yellow brow stripes, a pale crown stripe, and a bicolored bill (dark above, orange below). Has two wingbars, of which upper can be quite pale or absent. Note white undertail and distinct behavior of flicking both wings at the same time (Blyth’s, Claudia’s, and Hartert’s leaf warblers flick their wings alternatingly). More extensively yellow and with a stronger, more contrasting head pattern than Blyth’s and Emei leaf warblers, and lacks the bright rump patch of “Pallas’s-type” leaf warblers. Closely related Kloss’s Leaf Warbler is extremely similar; look for Davison’s brighter and more extensively white undertail coverts. Breeds in deciduous broadleaved and mixed hill and montane forest; descends into forested foothills in the non-breeding season. Song is short and sweet: “wih-chew-chee wih-chew-chee-wih”. Calls are high and liquid-sounding: “chew-wee” or “wit-chew-wee”. (eBird)

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We saw these little warblers quite frequently, flitting rapidly through the trees. This one was chasing insects in the more inaccessible sections of the trees, but came out to give us a quick once-over before resuming the hunt.

Thanks to Daren who alerted me to the fact that I had mis-ID'd this warbler. I used Merlin Photo ID and compared my other photos with those from eBird to realize that this was not a Hume's Warbler, but a Davison's Leaf Warbler.

Here's a link to our Thailand bird trip list: ebird.org/tripreport/328567

Doi Inthanon National Park, Chiang Mai, Thailand. February 2025.

Rockjumper Birding Tours.

On the 3rd day of my journey south I pulled over to let those in a hurry pass by and to take a moment to feel where I was.

Dimly lit forests make such good subjects for my Slow Shutter app ... and this one was particularly dark and creepy.

There was only one, much overused (by me), but somehow completely appropriate tune to put to it.

The girl was never there, it's always the same ...

🎧 A Forest // The Cure

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The Xantus Hummingbird is one of three endemic birds to the Baja Peninsula, specifically the southern end. The XH appears in various locations down there. I found this bird in a beautiful garden outside of Todos Santos, which is on the southwest side of the Baja near the very bottom.

If I'm honest, my luck was ridiculously good. I took a two hour bus ride, walked 3 km up some hills on dusty roads (the previous image is taken from that walk). As soon as I arrived at what I believed was the likely location, I heard the hummingbird give its distinctive one-note chirp. I glanced upward, and there he was. I got pretty good shots before he flew off to other parts of this very well maintained garden of flowers and cacti.

I then walked down to the water to look for gulls and photograph Frigate birds. Once I had finished that, I thought I might as well have another look for the Xantus Hummingbird. This time he landed on the leaf of an Agave Cactus with the sun hitting him and illuminating the spaces between the cactus's other leaves.

I have to put in the effort to find the birds. The bird also has to be in the same place at the same time as I. Those are pretty great odds. Getting a glorious shot is just great luck.

This is an example of what I call Apex Birding: go look for a lifer; find the lifer; capture a photo that I am 100% happy with.

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Chunky large orangish kingfisher with an oversized head and a scarlet dagger of a bill. No other large kingfisher in its range has dark brown wings. Bright blue-green rump patch most obvious in flight. Restricted to coastal habitats such as mangroves and estuaries. Gives loud, fluid-sounding whistles as well as harsh grating rattles. (eBird)

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We had just one day in which to find this beautiful kingfisher. A pre-breakfast boat ride around the mangroves resulted in two excellent sightings including this bird waiting patiently for his breakfast. A great start to the southern leg of our Thailand trip.

Here's a link to our Thailand bird trip list: ebird.org/tripreport/328567

Krabi Town, Krabi, Thailand. February 2025.

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I am a lover of words and tragically beautiful things, poor timing and longing, and all things with soul, and I wonder if that means I am entirely broken, or if those are the things that have been keeping me whole.

Those days with Drama in the Skies is always exciting!! There is No Better Lead to End of Day!!! Yosemite!!!

Up at 4:30 am, on a Trail by 5:30 am with Sunset on Half Dome followed by Milk-way by 11:30 PM. Get up the next day and do it again.

As you can see from this shot, we humans aren't the only ones to be targeted by the little blood suckers.

Those who are free of resentful thoughts surely find peace.

- Buddha -

I am still alive and I am very glad about that. Have a nice weekend my dear friends. :-)

Introduction

Gospel Hymn “Those Who Don’t Accept the Truth Aren’t Fit for Salvation”

I

In hearing truth and word of life,

you may think only one word aligns

out of thousands of these words

with your thoughts and with the Bible, the Bible.

Seek in that 10,000th of words.

God advises humbleness,

to not be over-confident, to not exalt yourself.

Aren’t you unfit for God’s salvation

if you can’t accept truth clearly spoken?

Aren’t you one who lacks the fortune

to return before God at His throne,

to return before God at His throne?

II

Holding such meager reverence for God

will gain you greater light, greater light.

If you vet and ponder these words,

you’ll see if it’s truth, if it’s life, if it’s life.

Don’t blindly condemn God’s words

’cause of false Christs in the last days.

Do not blaspheme Holy Spirit

’cause you fear being led astray.

Aren’t you unfit for God’s salvation

if you can’t accept truth clearly spoken?

Aren’t you one who lacks the fortune

to return before God at His throne,

to return before God at His throne?

III

After much seeking and studying,

if you still think these words are not

the truth, the way, or God’s expressions,

you’ll be punished, your blessing’s lost, lost.

Aren’t you unfit for God’s salvation

if you can’t accept truth clearly spoken?

Aren’t you one who lacks the fortune

to return before God at His throne,

to return before God at His throne?

from Follow the Lamb and Sing New Songs

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Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig.

'Cute' photo revisited, renamed and unframed)

Much of one of my favorite hiking areas - the Gaasperplaspark - is now closed off for one of those summer music festivals. So I had to keep to the perimeters. No great hardship that. Lots of Queen Anne's Lace, various Grasses, Buttercups and everywhere the wafting sweet of a variety of Wild Roses. But insects were sorely lacking. I did spot this pretty Hoverfly gorging on Buttercup. If you look carefully you'll see just how large its 'snout' is; hence the Greek scientific name.

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♫♪♫ Remember those walls I built

Well, baby, they're tumbling down

And they didn't even put up a fight

They didn't even make a sound.. ♪♫♫

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Non avrei mai pensato di trovare qualcuno così simile a me da sentire un suo ritratto un mio self. ti giuro forse è per questo che do il 100% nelle foto che ti faccio, forse è davvero per questo.

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For all those who loves winter activities this winter has been a joy

There are lots of trails in the forest and in the evening some of them are being lighted

Moving our butts have been something Norwegians are maybe especially good at

We love our hikes, whether it is walking in the streets or in the forest

I think we have been born with the joy of moving, it is in our spine

And now that I have solved my big problems in life I love listening to music when I'm out walking, feeling the joy, the love for life, the love of moving in small steps, and of course some dancing moves, digging music, life is sure wonderful with all its mysteries

I totally forget time and space when I'm out with Aiko

I give you Wherever I go

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Junk Food - "Disaster Dinner". From those crazy two who know how to celebrate Thanksgiving comes yet another hysterical must have. Move over "Thanksgiving in a Can", Thanksgiving Tupperware Leftovers" and make room for "Disaster Dinner" Four sets to choose from including Instant Mashed Taters, Sweet Potato Pie, Sweet Potato Casserole, and Turkey. Of course anything that looks this good should be shared, Junk Food has you covered with clickable, bento hold animations for your friends to enjoy too! Available in-world only during this weekend's Saturday Sale.

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“If the rain spoils our picnic but saves a farmer’s crop, who are we to say it shouldn’t rain?”

—Tom Barrett

A rainy morning today; it inspired this photo (I changed the title because I saw a musical note in one of the raindrops).

Macro Mondays: "Zipper Pull"

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Let me introduce this little man, the very important Magic-Santa Claus and his first-and-only Assistent. They work in a top secret place and have a very important task to perform.

Do you know how all those big presents fit into the tiny sacks, that all Santa's carry? Well, this little Magic-Santa Claus has great magical powers and transforms everything into very tiny and very light objects, so the Santa's don't have to carry too much weight either.

Once touched by a human the presents immediately change back into their normal proportions. This process is so quickly, not noticeable for the human eye.

I was able to visit them, but I don't remember how ............. Suddenly I was there and then the next moment back in my house again.

All that's left is this one and only photo of them... I think Magic-Santa Claus put a spell on me too ;-)

Design origami "Santa Claus": Jacky Shan

Folded from 2 pieces kami paper

There is a tutorial, if you want to fold it too. Happy folding ;-)

Traditional origami "Kusudama" aka "his first-and-only Assistent"

those noisy geese again

Spotted her outside civil Hospital Karachi. Her eyes reflect the hardships that she is going through

In these cold and wet autumn days, I had to see some sun again, so here it is.

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Sorry I’m way behind folks.... trying to catch up! Was out with the camera (briefly) today as we were passing through the countryside! Few parking stops! Hopefully get caught up soon.xx

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Well, those who follow me on Facebook already saw my post of this location here. It was a selfie made at sunrise with my buddy Olaf and Nadia. We were here on Sunday before last and it was such an enchanting place! Both Olaf and me we were ready to hike some time through forests or mountain slopes. But nothing of this happened. I must confess, I was never in my life so quick at such a beautiful waterfall without walking. We parked the car on the roadside in a forest, went down about 80 steps of a stairs … down a ravine … and voila … we were at the location! What … so quick? I couldn’t believe that such a place was so easy accessible! Well, more time for the preparation before sunrise he he he. And I must repeat … it’s always such a great experience and great fun to shoot with friends.

After some time Olaf and Nadia began to make some portrait shootings and I took the chance to explore more the grotto from the inside! And thanks to the light of the sunrise and the wonderful green tones of the water the grotto began to shimmer in yellow and green tones in a subtle way. It was like in an Emerald Cave! This was the perfect moment for me to make this shot here. I hope you like it!

Thank you for your time and interest in my photos, your visit is most appreciated :-)

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Those of you who know me will know I love Ravens. I dont get to see them very often, at least not up close like this. :)

those summer dreams

Sadly for some flowers summer nearly comes to the end

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Black-Crowned Night Heron

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The beautiful texture of weathered wood. I hope this old cabin stands for many more years. Eastern Sierra, CA