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In this poignant capture, a small brick road winds its way through a humble Pakistani village, Dharmatchi in Chakwal, where predominantly impoverished residents find solace and strength in their close-knit community. The focal point of the photograph is a weathered brick wall, standing tall and resilient, symbolizing the perseverance of the people who call this village home. Beyond the wall lies a lush, green field, serving as a reminder of the potential and possibilities that await those who tread this path with determination and unwavering hope.
Hello my friends,
I have not been on as much because my wife was sick and a few other things, which made for busy times for me once again lol...
And wouldnt you know it, after she is slightly getting better I then turned sick.
Corona strikes again on us both you see.
So...I haven't been out much for new material and I decided to do a different edit on this majestic bird which is also a symbol of where I'm from. And what I stand for!
A brighter perspective than the other versions I had posted before.
We all in every nation live in very concerning days. Days described in a book but few pick it up. And in fairness I should more as well!
Thanks guys, always a pleasure to have you stop in and I appreciate your support sincerely!
God bless you and yours...
Often considered a more romantic and feminine colour, pink dahlias unwavering kindness and unassuming grace. When you give or receive these flowers, that means the recipients are truly loved and irreplaceable in the hearts of the givers.
Have a beautiful Wednesday!💕
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My dog, Emmy, has very expressive eyes. It has been just a little over a year since I adopted her from a high-kill shelter. Now I can't imagine life without her!
"A person can learn alot from a dog, even a loopy one like ours. Marley taught me about living each day with unbridled exuberance and joy, about seizing the moment and following your heart. He taught me to appreciate simple things - a walk in the woods, a fresh snowfall, a nap in a shaft of winter sunlight. And as he grew old and achy, he taught me about optimism in the face of adversity. Mostly, he taught me about friendship and selflessness and, above all else, unwavering loyalty."
~ John Grogan
I have been experiencing computer woes and am beginning to suspect the Flickr site itself. Hopefully, I can figure out what's going on soon, because my Flickr friends and their images are a great tonic for me and they help me appreciate all the goodness and beauty in the world - thank you all, Flickr friends!!!
A woman finds herself on a weathered bench beside a stoic lighthouse. The sky above is ablaze with the fury of an approaching storm, with dark clouds swirling ominously. The sea mirrors the tempestuous scene, its surface disturbed by the impending chaos. With a sense of hopeful anticipation mixed with melancholic yearning, the woman sits alone, her eyes fixed upon the distant horizon. The reflections of the brooding clouds dance upon the restless waters, as if reflecting her own emotions. Each passing moment deepens her longing, yet she remains steadfast in her vigil, her unwavering gaze a testament to her enduring love.
"A warrior is worthless unless they rise above others and stand strong in the midst of a storm."
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Once upon a woman, inspiring with her gentleness and recklessness through her unwavering commitment to all the causes she espoused.
Her mind shaped to understand and appease the thorniest human mechanics would fill grimoires with exemplarity on so many levels.
Like a talkative stalk that envelops us and fills us with love and courage, the sap of which invites us to a cyclical floral exaltation since the world is world.
Thank you Lawrence for your invitation
“The purity of peace, which is genuine happiness, cannot be found outside of you in material possessions, accomplishments, or other people. Pleasure is a fleeting emotion based on an external factor. But true happiness is who you are, and does not depend on anything else. When you are at peace, you are more than enough. You are pure life--complete, fulfilled, whole, and you are everything you could possibly want or need. You feel sufficiently independent and whole, yet connected to life and every being on the planet. Peace is true fulfillment. Once peace is consistently maintained, it is unwavering, no matter the strength of the storm surrounding you.”
― Dr. Janice Anderson & Kiersten Anderson
Have a beautiful Monday!!💝 HBM
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NO MULTIPLE INVITATIONS PLEASE Thank you!
You paint my life with vibrant colors,
writing a story of unwavering love and
unwritten chapters of togetherness.
Thank you. ❤
Ashy's version - Daydreamin' in our imagination
Cay's version - Dreamin'
Teagan's version - I close my eyes
Come stand next to me
Let the waters carry away your worries
Let the sun warm your soul
Let the breezes caress your face
And be confidant and know….
Here, I will be. Unwavering.
"Reveneant": undead creatures that would rise from the dead to hunt down and slay their killers with an unwavering zeal
Credits ✑ here
A wonderful beech stands unwavering as the track has to go either side of it. More autumnal goodness from Barnes's Grove, Buckinghamshire
Maybe the point is not
to love many,
but to love deeply.
And in doing so,
lose yourself in
another; surrender into
their soul and see
all their beautiful fears
and love
wholly,
fully,
madly......
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If you are brave enough to say Goodbye
Life will reward you with a new Hello.
This is my final post for 2018
I want to Thank Bambs, Chavy and Elise
for their unwavering support through out this
rough year,
for the encouragement to try new things.
Bambi and Chavy's way of bringing me back to myself
when things got to rough to handle.
Thank you to my sponsors for sticking it out with me for another year and thank you to the new ones taking a chance on me!
To Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
Now you've gone, we've finally lost the last moral anchor and moral compass of the UK....So prehaps it's time to take the "Great" out of Great Britain....Thank you so much for your totally devoted service to this country for so so many years....there have been so many times when look at it, l've felt we really didn't deserve you as our national figure head after what the UK has now become....So once again from the bottom of my heart thank you so so very much for your unwavering service.
RIP Your Majesty.
“There is no power on Earth like unconditional Love. When you Love, uncritically, unwavering, without prejudice, and you give that gift freely -- You and the World around you change into a more beautiful place.”
― Andre Freimann
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Mother's Day is about expressing love, gratitude, and appreciation for the incredible contributions mothers make to their families and communities. It's a time to acknowledge their hard work, sacrifices, and unwavering support.
A Bit of History:
In the United States, Canada, Australia, and many other countries, Mother's Day is celebrated on the second Sunday in May. This means in 2025, Mother's Day will be on Sunday, May 11th.
The modern American version of Mother's Day is credited to Anna Jarvis in the early 20th century. She campaigned for a national day to honor mothers after the death of her own mother.
The first official Mother's Day was observed in the United States on May 10, 1908, in Grafton, West Virginia, and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
In 1914, President Woodrow Wilson officially proclaimed the second Sunday in May as Mother's Day.
(Nikon Z6II, 24-200/6.3, 3 sec @ f/16, ISO 400, edited to taste)
On a gorgeous spring morning, a number of small, flitty warblers were going about their business of catching bugs, but keeping their distance from me. Very hard to follow them in flight! After a couple of hours, they became a bit more accustomed to me, and started to come a bit closer.
This bold Black-Throated Green Warbler landed close and was checking me out - kindly posing for this portrait. So very pretty!
One thing I like about this capture is that I was able to get the brown iris to show in the eye - usually with these small birds, it just looks black.
High res, so zoom on in!
Setophaga virens
I've been so happy to meet this Flame Robin that I have to show another capture of him.
(Petroica phoenicea)
No matter how rhapsodic one waxes about the process of wresting edible plants and tamed animals from the sprawling vagaries of nature, there's a timeless, unwavering truth espoused by those who worked the land for ages: no matter how responsible agriculture is, it is essentially about achieving the lesser of evils. To work the land is to change the land, to shape it to benefit one species over another, and thus necessarily to tame what is wild. Our task should be to deliver our blows gently.
― James McWilliams
"They flamed unwavering, long into the night.
Not stars washed up on the far beach.
Not lightning bolts persisting on singed retinas.
Not campfires diminishing to coals
as old storytellers lost momentum. No.
Streetlights. Houselights. Car lights. Approaching
till we could see up close how brashly they vied
with the splendid humility of the auroras."
- Douglas Skrief.
Thanks Patricia (Meyer) for your comment of how "this fellow has a wonderful way of painting emotions with words" and for the inspiration to go out into a rainy evening in my neighborhood.
“There is no power on Earth like unconditional Love. When you Love, uncritically, unwavering, without prejudice, and you give that gift freely -- You and the World around you change into a more beautiful place.”
― Andre Freimann
Blog Post
...and you answer.
~Terri Guillemets
Even though I only have 11 days to go, the end does not feel near...with the light of the sun and the love of all my flickr peeps I'll find the strength to do this. Thanks again for your unwavering support over the last year. It means the world to me and I could NEVER have done this without you. xo
Happy (total) Bokeh Wednesday!
It always amazes me how birds have their perfect, unwavering balance on a single leg, just like this Sanderling.
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"In the distance, where the horizon straddles the sky and the sea, an island floats as if lifted from a dream.
The sky is blue, wide and generous, but the mist and low clouds embrace the island, giving it a touch of mystery. Below, the sea rises with a bold rhythm. Not violent, nor presumptuous, but unwavering. For those willing to follow the courage of the blue, to read the silence in the mist, the island and the danger awaits." -Millie Cruz©
It awaits, but you can't go there, it's closed for visitors! This photo was taken while on vacation, from a small moving boat. It's not very good, but I like it, and I'm sharing it along with a poetic narrative of how I see the moment. Yes, I've been writing prose lately, after so many years. I hope I'm not boring you!
A little history here about Desecheo Island: www.uncommoncaribbean.com/puerto-rico/desecheo-island/
In the serene waters of Al Qudra Lake in Dubai, a majestic black swan glides gracefully, flanked by her two fluffy white cygnets. This tender scene captures the essence of motherly love—protective, nurturing, and unwavering. The adult swan's vigilant posture shields her young as they paddle innocently, reflecting the profound bond of family in nature's tranquil embrace. A moment of pure affection amidst the shimmering blue expanse.
To all the fathers, to all the fatherly figures, who take a child to the brink of their own self discovery, and stand by them.....firm, constant, committed.
Who guide them to adulthood and their own journey.
To my dad.
You left us within a year of mom.
I can still see you sitting there quietly, so ill, with tears in your eyes. And saying "It's not for me. I know I'm going to be with your mother. I just hate to do this to you and your brother again"
What you "did" was love us.
Heroically.
Now you and mom live together in me. You are my compass.
So to all the heroes out there who love with that unwavering endurance, that unspoken depth......this day is for you.
Thank you.
Happy Father's Day. :-)
On January 22, 1506, at the request of Pope Julius II, 150 Swiss mercenaries entered Rome to protect the popes. The Swiss were considered brave, disciplined and loyal soldiers. Currently, the papal army has 110 soldiers. Her commandant is a colonel and holds the title of Nobleman of His Holiness.
Only Catholic Swiss citizens can be soldiers of the Swiss Guard. At the time of their swearing-in, they must be bachelors of unwavering opinion, undergo basic military service in the army of their country, be between 19 and 30 years old and be over 174 cm tall. The service in the Swiss Guard lasts two years.
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22 stycznia 1506 na zlecenie papieża Juliusza II 150 szwajcarskich najemników wkroczyło do Rzymu, by ochraniać papieży. Szwajcarzy uważani byli za dzielnych, zdyscyplinowanych i wiernych żołnierzy. Obecnie papieskie wojsko liczy 110 żołnierzy. Jej komendant ma rangę pułkownika i posiada tytuł Szlachcica Jego Świątobliwości.
Żołnierzami Gwardii Szwajcarskiej mogą być wyłącznie katoliccy obywatele Szwajcarii. W momencie zaprzysiężenia muszą być kawalerami o nieskalanej opinii, odbyć zasadniczą służbę wojskową w armii swego kraju, mieć od 19 do 30 lat i liczyć powyżej 174 cm wzrostu. Służba w Gwardii Szwajcarskiej trwa dwa lata.
In a world that often seeks to silence and diminish the voices of women, the product of strong women stands as a bold and unapologetic celebration of their strength, courage, and unwavering determination. It is a powerful reminder that we are all capable of creating a better, more equitable world, one that values and uplifts the contributions of all its members.
Darlinghurst, Sydney
March, 2023
The spirit of Easter is all about HOPE, LOVE and JOYFUL LIVING
God bless your home with happiness and unwavering faith this Ester.
May all your dreams and wishes come true.
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Please, don't fave and run, you will get yourself blocked.
Swallowed up whole, after being drowned first by this unwavering Hero(n).
Слава Україні!
- Героям слава!
Thank you Flickr friends for the unwavering support throughout the year! Have a blessed 2018!!!
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Sliders Sunday
A composite of 3 photos of 2017
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All comments are highly appreciated. It will help me a lot to improve my photography skills. Big thanks to all of you for the comments, faves and views.
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"Walk Sharply"
Recently, I had the opportunity to observe two freshly fledged Barred Owls, in two different cities, as they ventured out of their nests and onto the forest floor. The one shown in this photo, was old enough, and strong enough to climb up a nearby tree (and out of harm's way), while the other one required a helping hand. Sorting through the vast collection of photos and videos from that eventful day has been quite a task, but here's a preview that encapsulates the unwavering resolve and sheer power possessed by these amazing raptors.
Nick and Collins
“After years of having a dog, you know him. You know the meaning of his snuffs and grunts and barks. Every twitch of the ears is a question or statement, every wag of the tail is an exclamation.”
― Robert R. McCammon, Boy's Life
“A person can learn a lot from a dog, even a loopy one like ours. Marley taught me about living each day with unbridled exuberance and joy, about seizing the moment and following your heart. He taught me to appreciate the simple things-a walk in the woods, a fresh snowfall, a nap in a shaft of winter sunlight. And as he grew old and achy, he taught me about optimism in the face of adversity. Mostly, he taught me about friendship and selflessness and, above all else, unwavering loyalty.”
― John Grogan, Marley and Me: Life and Love With the World's Worst Dog
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Thierry Djallo.
Nature does not seek praise for itself, rather it seeks to bring praise to the One who made it. It is humble, it does not seek its own glory. It does not seek after man's empty praise. It knows why it was made. It lives with purpose and one purpose only. Its unwavering mission is to bring glory to its Creator and to point others to Him!
I woke early this Friday morning here in Australia to a view of rain and leaden skies. Fitting and appropriate indeed as I listened with heavy heart to the radio news of the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
I am British by birth but no Royalist. However, I do have great respect for her as perhaps the 'ultimate public servant'; her quiet dignity, selflessness and unwavering dedication.
She has been a constant and an anchor throughout all of my life and now as her life and passing becomes part of the great annals of history and time, I know she will be sorely missed by many far and wide.
May she rest in peace.
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Nombre común: Gallo criollo, gallo común,
Nombre científico: Gallus gallus domesticus
Nombre en ingles: Chicken/ Red Jungle Fowl
Nombre en alemán: Haushahn
Nombre en francés: poule domestique
Lugar de la foto: 1046 msnm,Siboney, Santagueda, Palestina, Caldas, Colombia
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On the peaceful Siboney estate, located in the beautiful area of Santagueda, in the municipality of Palestina, Colombia, the sun shines generously almost all year round, bathing the landscape in warm light and vitality. This sunny climate favors the abundance of birds that make this place a true natural sanctuary. The diversity of species that inhabit and visit Santagueda is impressive, and the local community has developed a deep awareness about the importance of preserving these precious creatures, recognizing them as messengers of prosperity and guardians of natural balance.
Since ancient times, birds have been symbols full of hope, transformation, and miracles for humanity. Their ability to fly between the sky and the earth makes them a living connection between our everyday world and the spiritual realm. In many indigenous cultures of Latin America, these birds hold a special meaning: they are heralds bringing messages of abundance and guides inspiring inner growth.
In Siboney, each day dawns with a natural concert, filled with angelic songs that soothe the soul and release everyday tensions. Listening to those fresh and varied trills is like opening a door directly to peace, freedom, and clarity. Observing the birds in their flight and their multicolored behavior is a constant reminder of the harmony that nature offers to those who know how to listen.
The rooster (Gallus gallus domesticus) of the Siboney estate is a vibrant and majestic bird, displaying exuberant and colorful plumage. The deep reds and intense oranges of the neck and comb stand out, contrasting with iridescent greens and shiny blacks in the tail and back feathers. Its bright red, wide, and upright comb stands proudly, as do the crimson wattles hanging beneath the beak. The expressive and alert eyes denote unwavering energy, while its proud posture conveys leadership and attentive reflexes. The silky texture of the feathers on the neck and tail, fluttering in the wind, adds a sense of movement and life to the rural landscape of Santagueda. This rooster is a visual emblem of renewal, prosperity, and bravery, serving as a colorful and sonorous reminder of the power of each dawn.
UN NUEVO PARADIGMA DE PROSPERIDAD Y SABIDURIA
En la apacible finca Siboney, situada en el hermoso paraje de Santagueda, en el municipio de Palestina, Colombia, el sol brilla con generosidad casi todo el año, bañando el paisaje en luz cálida y vitalidad. Este clima soleado favorece la abundancia de aves que hacen de este lugar un verdadero santuario natural. La diversidad de especies que habitan y visitan Santagueda es impresionante, y la comunidad local ha desarrollado una profunda conciencia acerca de la importancia de conservar estas preciosas criaturas, reconociendo en ellas mensajeras de prosperidad y guardianes del equilibrio natural.
Desde tiempos ancestrales, las aves han sido para la humanidad símbolos llenos de esperanza, transformación y milagros. Su habilidad para volar entre el cielo y la tierra las convierte en una conexión viva entre nuestro mundo cotidiano y el espiritual. En muchas culturas originarias de América Latina, estos pájaros poseen un significado especial: son heraldos que traen mensajes de abundancia y guías que inspiran el crecimiento interior.
En Siboney, cada día amanece con un concierto natural, lleno de cantos angelicales que calman el alma y liberan de las tensiones cotidianas. Escuchar esos trinos frescos y variados es abrir una puerta directa hacia la paz, la libertad y la claridad. Observar las aves en su vuelo y su comportamiento multicolor es un recordatorio constante de la armonía que la naturaleza ofrece para quienes saben escuchar.
El gallo (Gallus gallus domesticus) de la finca Siboney es un ave vibrante y majestuosa, que exhibe un plumaje exuberante y colorido. Destacan los profundos rojos y naranjas intensos del cuello y la cresta, contrastando con verdes iridiscentes y negros brillantes en las plumas de la cola y el lomo. Su cresta encarnada, amplia y erguida, resalta con orgullo, así como las barbas carmesí que cuelgan bajo el pico. Los ojos expresivos y alertas denotan una energía inquebrantable, mientras su postura altiva transmite liderazgo y atentos reflejos. La textura sedosa de las plumas del cuello y la cola, ondeando al viento, aporta una sensación de movimiento y vida al paisaje rural de Santágueda. Este gallo es un emblema visual de renovación, prosperidad y valentía, y sirve como un recordatorio sonoro y colorido del poder de cada amanecer.
"The rooster is a symbol of vigilance and activity. For this reason it is found in ancient monuments among the attributes of Minerva and Mercury. It also indicates combat and victory, because it prefers to die than give in. It immolated itself on the lares and on Priapus. It was also offered to Aesculapius for the healing of the sick. Mercurialis relates that, having addressed to this god a blind soldier named Valerius Aper to recover his sight, the god replied that it was necessary to take the blood of a white rooster, make eye drops with honey and rubbed his eyes with it three consecutive days. The soldier obeyed, healed and publicly thanked the god. Perhaps for this reason, says Mercurialis, the ancients have represented Aesculapius with a rooster on his fist. The statues of Bacchus They sometimes represent him with a rooster at his feet because he was sacrificed for the conservation of the vineyard.The Gauls had taken the rooster on their banners; it may be the cause of the Latin misunderstanding of his name and. The French have long held it as an emblem."(wikipedia)
"El gallo es símbolo de la vigilancia y de la actividad. Por esta razón se encuentra en los monumentos antiguos entre los atributos de Minerva y Mercurio. Indica también los combates y la victoria, porque prefiere morir que ceder. Se inmolaba a los lares y a Priapo. Se ofrecía también a Esculapio para la curación de los enfermos. Mercurialis refiere que, habiéndose dirigido a este dios un soldado ciego llamado Valerio Aper para recuperar la vista, el dios le respondió que era menester tomar la sangre de un gallo blanco, hacer un colirio con miel y frotarse con él los ojos tres días consecutivos. El soldado obedeció, sanó y dio gracias públicamente al dios. Quizás por esto, afirma Mercurialis, los antiguos han representado a Esculapio con un gallo sobre el puño. Las estatuas de Baco le representan alguna vez con un gallo a sus pies porque se le sacrificaba para la conservación de la viña. Los galos habían tomado el gallo en sus enseñas; puede ser la causa del equívoco latino de su nombre. Los franceses lo han tenido mucho tiempo por emblema." (wikipedia)
"Le coq est un symbole de vigilance et d'activité. C'est pourquoi on le retrouve dans les monuments antiques parmi les attributs de Minerve et de Mercure. Il indique aussi le combat et la victoire, car il préfère mourir que céder. Il s'est immolé sur les lares et sur Priape. On l'offrit aussi à Esculape pour la guérison des malades. Mercurialis raconte qu'ayant adressé à ce dieu un soldat aveugle nommé Valerius Aper pour recouvrer la vue, le dieu répondit qu'il fallait prendre le sang d'un coq blanc, faire des collyres avec du miel et s'en frotter les yeux trois jours consécutifs. Le soldat obéit, guérit et remercia publiquement le dieu. C'est peut-être pour cette raison, dit Mercurialis, que les anciens ont représenté Esculape avec un coq sur le poing. statues de Bacchus Elles le représentent parfois avec un coq à ses pieds car il a été sacrifié pour la conservation du vignoble.Les Gaulois avaient repris le coq sur leurs bannières;cela peut être la cause de l'incompréhension latine de son nom et. Les Français en ont longtemps fait leur emblème." (wikipedia)
A person can learn a lot from a dog, even a loopy one like mine, Sadie taught me about living each day with unbridled exuberance and joy, about seizing the moment and following your heart. She taught me to appreciate the simple things-a walk in the woods, a fresh snowfall, a nap in a shaft of winter sunlight. And as she grew old and achy, she taught me about optimism in the face of adversity. Mostly, she taught me about friendship and selflessness and, above all else, unwavering loyalty...
Life is short, make it sweet!
I have to fix fence, clean out the chicken coop and chop wood. I will find joy in all these tasks especially when they're done and I can go sit in the hot tub and watch the geese fly over ;-)
...never let them go!
So many years of unwavering friendship. You're my best kept secret.
✈ : Frogmore
We met on a rainy day..
And it became our theme..
The rain..
That made me love its gentle cadence as it falls,
its light pitter patter as it touches my skin,
its constant, unwavering presence that reassures..
It reminds me of the gentle timbre of your voice
when you whisper of your love in my ear..
The tender way you hold my hand
as we walked down life's many roads..
The way you made me feel your quiet strength
that promised to never leave my side..
But alas.. you were taken away..
Far too soon..
But all is not lost...
For you live on in my heart..
Especially..
When it rains...
Amy F. F. on the sofa, looking at me.
I appreciate their unwavering devotion.
Happy Caturday to all my Flickr's friends!
For the Happy Caturday theme: "What makes you happy about your cats?"
LACPIXEL - 2024
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I stood on the shore of Lake Pehoé, my heart as still as the water before me. The mountains, usually so imposing, were mirrored perfectly in the glassy surface. Anchored and forgotten, a transport ship cast a solitary white shadow on the serene waters. It was the sixth day of my trek through Torres del Paine, and as the sun dipped below the horizon, casting long shadows across the lake, I felt a profound sense of peace.
Yet, as I gazed upon this tranquil scene, a stark contrast emerged. The world outside this pristine wilderness was in turmoil. Political divisions had grown deeper than ever before. The concept of truth seemed to be relative, and empathy had become a lost art. It reminded me of the lyrics to R.E.M.'s "Losing My Religion": "That's me in the corner, without a voice."
I thought about the yin and yang, the ancient Chinese symbol representing the interconnectedness of all things. Light cannot exist without darkness; joy cannot exist without sorrow. In this moment, as I stood on the shore of Lake Pehoé, I was acutely aware of the duality of human experience. The beauty of nature and the ugliness of human conflict.
I couldn't help but wonder: Is this what it means to be alive in the 21st century? To be constantly bombarded with information, yet feel more disconnected than ever? To be surrounded by people who believe they are absolutely right, and everyone else is absolutely wrong?
As I turned to leave, I glanced back one last time at the lake. The mountains still stood tall, their reflections unwavering. Perhaps, in this moment of stillness, I had found a small piece of the peace I was searching for.
Roxy on the furniture, looking at me.
I appreciate their unwavering devotion.
Happy Caturday to all my Flickr's friends!
For the Happy Caturday theme: "What makes you happy about your cats?"
LACPIXEL - 2024
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The Castle of Eger, standing defiant and majestic, is more than just an architectural masterpiece. It’s a testament to the invincible spirit of the Hungarians. Back in 1552, this mighty fortress was the stage of the Battle of Eger, where a small band of 2,000 Hungarian defenders, against all odds, bravely held off an imposing Ottoman army of 80,000. This heroic stand still resonates today, a rich tale of courage and resilience woven into Hungary’s national identity. Every stone of the Castle of Eger tells the stories of the past, echoing the roar of cannons, the clash of swords, and the unwavering spirit of those who dared to defy an empire. This castle is not just a monument, but a living, breathing chapter of Hungarian history.