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“The Fibonacci Sequence turns out to be the key to understanding how nature designs... and is... a part of the same ubiquitous music of the spheres that builds harmony into atoms, molecules, crystals, shells, suns and galaxies and makes the Universe sing.”
― Guy Murchie, The Seven Mysteries of Life: An Exploration of Science and Philosophy
I am fascinated by patterns. I always have been. How they are formed. Why they are formed. Their roles is our day to day lives.
An understanding of the natural world and what’s in it is a source of not only a great curiosity but great fulfillment.
David Attenborough
Look after the land and the land will look after you, destroy the land and it will destroy you.
Aboriginal Proverb
Look at a tree, a flower, a plant. Let your awareness rest upon it. How still they are, how deeply rooted in Being. Allow nature to teach you stillness.
Eckhart Tolle
For in the true nature of things, if we rightly consider, every green tree is far more glorious than if it were made of gold and silver. Martin Luther King Jr.
The Beauty Of Earth cc
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Even if you never have the chance to see or touch the ocean, the ocean touches you with every breath you take, every drop of water you drink, every bite you consume. Everyone, everywhere is inextricably connected to and utterly dependent upon the existence of the sea.
Dr. Sylvia Earle
Every day is Earth Day, and I vote we start investing in a secure climate future right now. Jackie Speier
Let us permit nature to have her way. She understands her business better than we do.
Michel de Montaigne
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*Working Towards a Better World
A human being is a part of the whole called by us universe, a part limited in time and space. He experiences himself, his thoughts and feeling as something separated from the rest, a kind of optical delusion of his consciousness. This delusion is a kind of prison for us, restricting us to our personal desires and to affection for a few persons nearest to us. Our task must be to free ourselves from this prison by widening our circle of compassion to embrace all living creatures and the whole of nature in its beauty. - Albert Einstein
Understanding the laws of nature does not mean that we are immune to their operations. - David Gerrold
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I am sorry I am 2 days late, but feel that it is better to post late than never.
World Water Day 2024
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Understanding my roll.
When our first grandchild was born, my son’s family was stationed at NAS Pax River Maryland. We made the drive from Indiana to Maryland as often as possible and they the reverse. August was a beautiful baby boy who looked and acted like every other baby…like a little humanoid who had lots of intake and the smelliest of outgo. When it comes to babies…until they are old enough and can be responsible for their own head and neck, well let’s just say that holding one makes me as nervous as being wrapped up like a mummy utilizing live Boa constrictors! Scratch that as it is an exaggeration…I would prefer the boa’s!
I do not remember his exact age but I would guess it was around a year and a half old and they were in town for a visit. It was a beautiful spring/summer day and August and I were walking around the front yard, just exploring and enjoying time together. As we walked hand in hand, we came upon a bush. I have no idea what type of bush it was, even though it was part of our landscaping. It was both yellow and green, the type that looked a bit sharp but wasn’t.
We stopped and were looking at the bush when August without a word spoken looked up into my eyes. Instantly I knew his question and I said “You can touch it.” He gently reached out and started feeling the texture of a single branch, and smiled. It was at that exact moment, as if hit by lightning, that I felt like a grandfather for the first time…accepting responsibility for one of my roles in his life, to assist with discovery.
Fast forward seven years and I am at Custer SP photographing bison when I notice this little one. Its nose was inches from the ground and a few feet away from a lone blue flower. It moved from side to side, eyed fixed on the flower as if it was wondering what it was…a bit curious, a bit hesitant. A few seconds passed before it worked up the courage to approach the flower. When it bowed down to ascertain its fragrance, I took this photo.
Watching this bison reminded me of the thrill, the absolute blessing of discovery…making this shot a personal favorite from this trip!
Photo taken 22 May, 2023.
Have a day of wonder each and every day. Open your mind to see the beauty of nature. Open your heart to seek peace, and understanding of those around you. Together we can make the world a better place for ourselves and for those who come after us, if only we are willing to try. Yes, we can.
Namaste.
Peace is more than the absence of war. Peace is accord. Harmony.
Laini Taylor
An eye for an eye will only make the whole world blind. Mahatma Gandhi
Until he extends the circle of his compassion to all living things, man will not himself find peace.
Albert Schweitzer
Peace cannot be achieved through violence, it can only be attained through understanding.
Ralph Waldo Emerson
If there is righteousness in the heart, there will be beauty in the character. If there is beauty in the character, there will be harmony in the home. If there is harmony in the home, there will be order in the nations. When there is order in the nations, there will peace in the world. Confucius
Peace begins with a smile.
Mother Teresa
It is not enough to win a war; it is more important to organize the peace.
Aristotle
The practice of forgiveness is our most important contribution to the healing of the world.
Marianne Williamson
When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace.
Jimi Hendrix
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Miss Chris Columbine @ Lillie's Bordello, Dublin
When we're in a friendly situation
My conversation may not be smart
But if we're to have a perfect understanding
Let's call a heart a heart
There are words that should be whispered gently
That's evidently the way to start
If I tell you what my dreams have been demanding
Let's call a heart a heart
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This work is done in a cold blue to portray the lack of love in so many people’s lives today; the hearts emphasize the importance of love and the difference it makes. I can tell you from firsthand experience that a united and harmonious family makes life so much easier. It takes work from every member of the family, but the result is worth it.
Sadly, family is not as important these days. Yet it is the center and beginning of our learning. Maintaining a strong family unit involves open and honest communication, mutual respect, and spending quality time together through shared activities, traditions, and meals. Sharing affection and appreciation, being adaptable to change, with an adaptable support system both within the family and mutual friends.
Having the ability to express feelings without fear or judgement. Listen with empathy, exchanging emotional support, and show understanding. Always show love and appreciation for each other's efforts and successes. It is important to find time to spend with one another. As time goes by, each family member becomes fully involved with their own families, but make sure to find time to include your original family, thus expanding your relationships and creating a larger support system. Always respect one another despite different opinions and values. Be there for each other's crises. Learn family teamship; it will pay off dividends in the future.
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[j]ust as the myths still live on in ghostly life as fables after they have died as real meaning, so the old rhythmic consciousness of Nature (it should rather be called participation than a consciousness) lives on as the tradition of metrical form. We can only understand the origin of metre by going back to the ages when men were conscious, not merely in their heads, but in the beating of their hearts and the pulsing of their blood—when thinking was not merely of Nature, but was Nature herself.
-Owen Barfield, Poetic Diction, 157.
Olduvai Gorge
Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Tanzania
East Africa
The bird was photographed outdoors at the Olduvai Gorge Museum located in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area in Northern Tanzania on the edge of the Olduvai Gorge. It is a museum dedicated to the appreciation and understanding of the Olduvai Gorge and Laetoli fossil sites. Evidently a new museum was opened in 2018.
The common bulbul (Pycnonotus barbatus) is a member of the bulbul family of passerine birds. It is found in north-eastern, northern, western and central Africa.
The bill is fairly short and thin, with a slightly down curving upper mandible. The bill, legs, and feet are black and the eye is dark brown with a dark eye-ring, which is not readily visible. It is about 18 cm in length, with a long tail. It has a dark brown head and upperparts. Sexes are similar in plumage.
It is a common resident breeder in much of Africa, and it has recently been found breeding in southern Spain at Tarifa. It is found in woodland, coastal bush, forest edges, riverine bush, montane scrub, and in mixed farming habitats. It is also found in exotic thickets, gardens, and parks.
The common bulbul is usually seen in pairs or small groups. It is a conspicuous bird, which tends to sit at the top of a bush. As with other bulbuls they are active and noisy birds. The flight is bouncing and woodpecker-like. The call is a loud doctor-quick doctor-quick be-quick be-quick. - Wikipedia
You have to be able to afford a Porsche and not necessarily park between piles of scrap metal.
Seen in the old town centre of Wetzlar
At sunrise everything is luminous but not clear. It is those we live with and love and should know who elude us. You can love completely without complete understanding.
- Norman Maclean
details and landmarks at ahchoo-e!.
Artist: Lina Alattar
"My inspiration for the Ankh comes from looking at one's self as a starting point for creating and sustaining peace and understanding between one's self and the world around us"
2018,Osaka Japan.
My photos are not complete with just one photo. What matters is the relationship with other photographs. Therefore, I recommend you to view the following series. Please feel the city of Osaka through my photos,”OSAKA STREET FRAGMENTS” www.flickr.com/photos/153962322@N05/albums/72157719832072690
Would you like to write something about my photos? The flickr "About" page has a corner called "Testimonials."
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There, users introduce photographers' photos and styles from a unique perspective. I want to know myself deeply. In addition to dialogue with oneself, the perspectives of others are also essential for self-understanding. In that sense, there is nothing more appropriate than "Testimonials." If you would take your precious time to tell me about me, I would like to say "Thank you!" from the bottom of my heart.
My series, “Something.”
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Cat portrait series,"Memories of stray cats" www.flickr.com/photos/153962322@N05/albums/72157690113266...
"In explore" www.flickr.com/photos/153962322@N05/albums/72
"OsakA"
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Thank you everyone.
I took my myself down to the mouth of Loch Lomond for the last days of summer, lots of people enjoying the Loch late in the evening. You can see the side of Ben Lomond. Have a great weekend.
The stare down.
S / He sitting on parking structure. When s/he flapped wings and hopped on edge towards me in a glare.. I stood my ground, snapped pic, sat down. We met a happy understanding of closeness at that point and shared each others space in peace and harmony.
Nature.. a most wonderful teacher.
Red Tail Hawk
through listening,
understanding.
through understanding,
learning.
through learning,
being.
through being,
resolution
The place of favourites
stars shining
ripples defining
from the depth of the heart it transmits
light where there's shade
shadows where two souls lay
reflections of desire at play
our literary liquescence unafraid
leanings and hues branches that infuse
-touchings of arousal
-seductions appraisal
a thousand views of what the heart pursues
we are the halation of a warming embrace
where waters grimace for the swan's landing
regaining poise is nature's understanding
that interplay of light and shade in perfect grace
with each touching sensation, a renaissance
polishing the needs of heavenly lust
passion paints the picture to which we entrust
our very sensations within a desiring response.
by anglia24
12h35: 28/11/2007
© 2007anglia24
☀
Understanding the causes
of being and beings
is a task without end
Het doorzien van de
achtergrond van het zijn
en de wezens
is een taak zonder einde
Etching, aquatint, image 15x9 cm, paper 21x24 cm
(c) Drager Meurtant, 2019
More wabi-sabi, and another tulip. What I like here is the way the stem captures the eye, but then leads it to the petals, the pistil and stamens, all dancing about in their part of the frame, as well as the colors and textures.
The result of a multi-image focus stack, this image should reward pretty close examination. Maximum viewing size on your computer can be found by opening the image in a separate window, making that window maximum size, typing the letter "L" on the keyboard, and then clicking the cursor as long as a '+' appears in it, typically twice.
If you find this image to your liking, you can find more wabi-sabi - and an account of my understanding of the meaning of that term - in my wabi-sabi album, and more tulips in my Tulips album.
BTW, I've taken to putting a white rim around these images on black because, on my iPhone flickr app, it is otherwise difficult to discern the image's edges. I made it tiny because, while large mats look lovely on my desktop monitor, they make it hard for my tired old eyes to view an image on my iPhone's small screen.
The weather here in Los Angeles now feels a lot like autumn back in DC...it just doesn't look like it. It's currently in the upper 40's and breezy thanks to the Santa Ana winds and while there's been some gloominess and rain, there are no colorful falling leaves anywhere.
I will get back to sunsets and reflections tomorrow but I wanted to post an autumn shot I took last November back in Maryland when the dog and I were out on a road trip to Pennsylvania. I remember this day pretty vividly actually, even a year later. I must have passed over this bridge in Rocky Ridge, Maryland dozens of times over the previous 6 months on my way out to explore with the camera and dog and for whatever reason, decided to stop this time and finally see what the view looked like into the water below. I had found what became my favorite waterfall only a few days earlier and now I was focused mostly on finding other sources of water for daytime long exposures with the neutral density filters. We were actually headed there after this but i pulled off the road and took a handful of low perspective shots while Scotch nervously looked on. He hates bridges and probably wasn't fond of me sitting in the middle of one with my camera and tripod.
My abilities and understanding of photography have improved greatly over the last year which is what I hoped would happen moving across the country. Part of it is the natural progression from learning through trial and error but I've also studied a lot of techniques and put in a ton of practice. What frustrates me most is when I take a shot I really love and have zero clue how to properly edit it. I try over and over and then give up, thinking I'll come back to it later when my editing skills improve more. Learning lightroom and photoshop from scratch is like learning a foreign language from scratch. Often, what looked great to me a year ago is now basically unacceptable and I often find myself rummaging through some of my old favorites and trying to edit them with a fresh set of eyes and new abilities.
At the time I shot this, I didn't have lightroom or photoshop, relying only on iphoto software and further, I edited them on my old tiny macbook with a really dark, cracked screen. The computer was so bad, I had to make small changes one at a time and then post them in a flickr folder to view on my iphone or ipad since they looked completely different on my laptop. I had previously posted a version of this a year ago but re-edited it from scratch using the methods and techniques I use now and am really glad I did. It's funny, I loved the original post of this but now looking back, I can't say I still feel the same way at all. It was way too dark, far too much contrast and missing a substantial amount of the details it had out of the camera. I kept meaning to redo it but kept getting sidetracked by newer and newer sets of images I'd take.
Tomorrow I will start posting some new images I took this past weekend on a very weird, rainy evening on Venice Beach but tonight I'm thinking about autumn, especially as it's now shifting to winter back in DC, where temperatures are in the low 30's at night. I always loved fall weather and some of the gloominess that came with it but really didn't appreciate it until I got into photography and then moved here. I do plan to mix in some more autumn shots from back home as well over the the next couple months, at least until I no longer miss it. There's almost nothing to complain about living in Los Angeles but I do wish Autumn was more like what I was used to and real trees were everywhere. To me, a palm tree is basically just a really strong, resilient weed. it grows in any conditions, doesn't need much water, and I think they're ugly :)
WHEN & WHERE
Monocacy River Bridge
Rocky Ridge, Maryland
November 1st, 2015
SETTINGS
Canon T4i
EF-S 18-135mm IS STM
@35mm
ISO 100
f/8
1/8th second
Realize deeply that the present moment is all you ever have.
Make the Now the primary focus of your life.
Eckhart Tolle
This work is based upon a diptych work I created made with diapers (nappies) of a child together with their parents. It is imperative that children stay with their parents, other than if they are physically or mentally abused. We do not have the right to separate families under any excuse! Our children are our future and if we take that away from them their future will be dim indeed.
It is also of utmost importance to make sufficient time for parents and children to spend together to bond, to share and to learn. Work is important but should not be more important than family. This happens to people of all levels, companies and institutions have to realize that one of the reasons they are losing staff is that they don't have enough time with their children.
We are on an unnecessary fast track which seems to me to be leading us away from one another rather than making everyone's life easier. The big $ is necessary, yes, but not the most important thing.
We can and we must make this happen for humanity's sake!!
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Hungarian/Magyar Mudi Mother Dog with Puppy Portrait
Created with Midjourney engine.
PP work in Adobe PS Elements 2024 Raw filters.
Prompt: realistic Hungarian Magyar Mudi mother dog with curly coat and her puppy, portrait, in a studio setting clean grey background --ar 1:1 --s 750 --v 5.2 --style raw
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My uncle used this breed of dogs as herding dogs in Hungary.
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Sharp lines of division between light and shadow reveal graceful lines and fascinating textures in Badlands National Park.
Our language has wisely sensed these two sides of man's being alone. It has created the word "loneliness" to express the pain of being alone. And it has created the word "solitude" to express the glory of being alone. Although, in daily life, we do not always distinguish these words, we should do so consistently and thus deepen our understanding of our human predicament.
Paul Tillich