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On our back yard fence, this leaf, and the vine it's attached to, have survived the elements, including sun, heavy rain and winds, for months. Even in a very stiff wind, when other dried leaves on the fence are fluttering, it does not move.
Friends, I expected to 'graduate' from Planet Earth this month. But, due to a very surprising development, that has changed. I now have at least a few more weeks, possibly more, here in this body. Quite a roller coaster ride. I will continue to post photos on Flickr and on Facebook as long as I am able to.
Thank you very much for your kind interest in and support of my photography, and well-being. I am grateful. ♥
A rainforest is an area of tall, mostly evergreen trees and a high amount of rainfall. Rainforests are Earth’s oldest living ecosystems, with some surviving in their present form for at least 70 million years. They are incredibly diverse and complex, home to more than half of the world’s plant and animal species—even though they cover just 6% of Earth’s surface. This makes rainforests astoundingly dense with flora and fauna. Rainforests’ rich biodiversity is incredibly important to our well-being and the well-being of our planet.
Meet one of five owlets in a wild Great Horned Owl family raised on Saanich Peninsula private property.
This little one fell out of the nest way too early and needed a bit of help. Our local raptor rescuers strung up a basket in a tree next to the nest tree; the nest being too far up and awkward to reach, in order to get this owlet off the ground.
What followed were subsequent visits to make sure the parents were still caring for this unfortunate one. All went well.
Being acquainted with the rescuers, I was invited along on the last check up inspection, after all five owlets had fledged.
Please don't use this image on websites, blogs, etc. without my permission.
A rainforest is an area of tall, mostly evergreen trees and a high amount of rainfall. Rainforests are Earth’s oldest living ecosystems, with some surviving in their present form for at least 70 million years. They are incredibly diverse and complex, home to more than half of the world’s plant and animal species—even though they cover just 6% of Earth’s surface. This makes rainforests astoundingly dense with flora and fauna. Rainforests’ rich biodiversity is incredibly important to our well-being and the well-being of our planet.
Baboon mom taking care of baby`s well being.
Tarangire Nationalpark, Tanzania
I take pictures because I like it, not because I am good at it.
The world is like a book and those, who do not travel, only read the first page.
If you only visit 2 continents in your lifetime, visit Africa, twice.
All rights reserved. © Thomas Retterath 2023
A rainforest is an area of tall, mostly evergreen trees and a high amount of rainfall. Rainforests are Earth’s oldest living ecosystems, with some surviving in their present form for at least 70 million years. They are incredibly diverse and complex, home to more than half of the world’s plant and animal species—even though they cover just 6% of Earth’s surface. This makes rainforests astoundingly dense with flora and fauna. Rainforests’ rich biodiversity is incredibly important to our well-being and the well-being of our planet.
A rainforest is an area of tall, mostly evergreen trees and a high amount of rainfall. Rainforests are Earth’s oldest living ecosystems, with some surviving in their present form for at least 70 million years. They are incredibly diverse and complex, home to more than half of the world’s plant and animal species—even though they cover just 6% of Earth’s surface. This makes rainforests astoundingly dense with flora and fauna. Rainforests’ rich biodiversity is incredibly important to our well-being and the well-being of our planet.
A rainforest is an area of tall, mostly evergreen trees and a high amount of rainfall. Rainforests are Earth’s oldest living ecosystems, with some surviving in their present form for at least 70 million years. They are incredibly diverse and complex, home to more than half of the world’s plant and animal species—even though they cover just 6% of Earth’s surface. This makes rainforests astoundingly dense with flora and fauna. Rainforests’ rich biodiversity is incredibly important to our well-being and the well-being of our planet.
These three cormorants fly to you to give you health, happiness and love for Christmas. The other will come to at your life without asking and alone. I join the wishes of Happy Christmas and beautiful Christmas well-being. I will work but that is my mission and my work. Thank you all for the beautiful comments, likes and for support always. I hope and i will be here soon back ❤️❤️💙💙
A rainforest is an area of tall, mostly evergreen trees and a high amount of rainfall. Rainforests are Earth’s oldest living ecosystems, with some surviving in their present form for at least 70 million years. They are incredibly diverse and complex, home to more than half of the world’s plant and animal species—even though they cover just 6% of Earth’s surface. This makes rainforests astoundingly dense with flora and fauna. Rainforests’ rich biodiversity is incredibly important to our well-being and the well-being of our planet.
A rainforest is an area of tall, mostly evergreen trees and a high amount of rainfall. Rainforests are Earth’s oldest living ecosystems, with some surviving in their present form for at least 70 million years. They are incredibly diverse and complex, home to more than half of the world’s plant and animal species—even though they cover just 6% of Earth’s surface. This makes rainforests astoundingly dense with flora and fauna. Rainforests’ rich biodiversity is incredibly important to our well-being and the well-being of our planet.
A rainforest is an area of tall, mostly evergreen trees and a high amount of rainfall. Rainforests are Earth’s oldest living ecosystems, with some surviving in their present form for at least 70 million years. They are incredibly diverse and complex, home to more than half of the world’s plant and animal species—even though they cover just 6% of Earth’s surface. This makes rainforests astoundingly dense with flora and fauna. Rainforests’ rich biodiversity is incredibly important to our well-being and the well-being of our planet.
Great crested grebe
natural behavior
unrestricted satisfaction of all desires is not conductive to well-being, nor is it the way to happiness or even to maximum pleasure
Erich Fromm
Bare roots with intricate shapes, with some green moss as a comfort. The relationship of the human species with nature is also complicated, but one thing to keep in mind is that economic growth with decent work, rising living standards and human well-being will critically hinge on preserving, managing and restoring the natural assets on which all life and economic activity depend. There is NO Planet B.
A rainforest is an area of tall, mostly evergreen trees and a high amount of rainfall. Rainforests are Earth’s oldest living ecosystems, with some surviving in their present form for at least 70 million years. They are incredibly diverse and complex, home to more than half of the world’s plant and animal species—even though they cover just 6% of Earth’s surface. This makes rainforests astoundingly dense with flora and fauna. Rainforests’ rich biodiversity is incredibly important to our well-being and the well-being of our planet.
A rainforest is an area of tall, mostly evergreen trees and a high amount of rainfall. Rainforests are Earth’s oldest living ecosystems, with some surviving in their present form for at least 70 million years. They are incredibly diverse and complex, home to more than half of the world’s plant and animal species—even though they cover just 6% of Earth’s surface. This makes rainforests astoundingly dense with flora and fauna. Rainforests’ rich biodiversity is incredibly important to our well-being and the well-being of our planet.
Yesss, I would be so happy in a place like this.
In 2019 I had to deal with health issues, and it drained my energy, I was running on "automatic mode". During the first lockdown, I could complete my healing and rest, and since this past winter, I'm full-on making changes for the better, focusing on my well-being and inner peace.
Started with small changes... and now working on bigger ones...
Credits in my blog HERE <3
❤"Sing, Sing, Sing " - Unleash Your Inner Child -
Chante, chante, chante- Donne libre court à ton Enfant Intérieur -
Canta, canta, canta - Da rienda suelta a tu Nino Interior-❤
A mi ... me gusta la foto si miras mas alla... de las apparencias... es lleno y profundo ... de messages, un simbolo❤ // smiles
youtu.be/FqNmiwd_MmQ (Mi alma canta/My Soul sing)
youtu.be/bHZ72961CQs ('Ave Maria')
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Canta, canta, canta para Compartir
Canta, canta, canta como una Oracion
Canta, canta, canta por la Alegría, para Agradecer, por las Miserias, por las Injusticias, las Guerras, por esta fe, Esta Fuerza que vive en Nosotros.
Canta, canta, canta y alabo a ti Senor (o al Universo)
Cantar me da Tanta Alegria... y Fuerza y Felicidad interior a mi Alma.. En mi fé, en lo que creo -como Justo y Bueno-, a pesar de a veces mi tristeza, cantar me quita ese peso, a veces . ... Experimenta ! ... ya veras ....!
Musica... Canto... Baile... haz milagros suspendidos en el Aire... por un momento y deja tu Alma en Paz.
Vayamos en la Alegria del Canto, de la Musica de la Auto-expresion... liberaté Nino! para ti (tu Bien Estar Interior) y Hacia los Demas y tambien hacia Dios, (o el Universo para los no creyentes).
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Seas TU, Autentico despojado de toda Falsedad, de Mentira, de esta Mascara... Conviertete de nuevo en Ese TU Verdadero, ese nino pequeno que es la Esencia de tu Alma.... Humilde... sin Orgullo, Soberbia ni Ego.
-Donde el Amor Fluye Eternamente-
¡Tu, lo Puedes....! ! ! ! es solo Decidir y Actuar
y Conformarse a lo que QUIERES SER y HACER EN TU VIDA.
La vida se trata de Posibilidades...
Nada esta Cerrado, ni tus Manos ni tu Corazon:
Manos Abiertas, Corazón Abierto...
Deja que la Energia vaya y venga...
Sin Cerrarte.
Dejate Guiar por tu Fé,
Por -lo que te parece Justo y Bueno-
Por la Vida....
Por el Amor...
Por El Destino...
Por el Cristo...(o el Universo)
Amen. Lea Aboma 30/03/2022
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Sing, Sing, Sing to Share
Sing, Sing, Sing like a Prayer
Sing, sing, sing for Joy, to Thanks,
Sing for the Miseries, for the Injustices, the Wars, for this faith, This Force that Lives in Us.
Sing, Sing, Sing and I praise you Lord (or the Universe)
Singing gives me so much Joy... and Strength and Inner Happiness to my Soul... In my faith, in what I believe -as Righteous and Good-, despite sometimes my sadness, singing takes that weight away from me. , sometimes . ... Experiment ! ... you will see ....!
Music... Singing... Dance... make miracles suspended in the Air... for a moment and leave your Soul in Peace.
Let's go in the Joy of Singing, of the Music of Self-expression... free yourself Child! for you (your Inner Well Being) and Towards Others and also towards God, (or the Universe for non-believers).
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Be YOU, Authentic stripped of all Falsehood, of Lies, of this Mask... Become that True YOU again, that Little Child who is the Essence of your Soul.... Humble... without Pride, Arrogance or Ego .
-Where Love Eternally Flows-
You, you can....! ! ! ! it's just to Decide and Act
and to Conform to what you WANT BE, AND DO IN UR LIFE.
Life is about Possibilities...
Nothing is Closed, neither your Hands nor your Heart:
Open Hands, Open Heart...
Let the Energy Come and Go...
Without Closing You
Let yourself be guided by your Faith,
For -what seems -Fair and Good to you-
For Life....
For Love...
For or By Destiny...(hihih..dont know the best word.)
For the Christ...(or the Universe)
Amen.
Lea Aboma 30/03/2022
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Well, being alone is not always a bad thing. I hope that everyone enjoys the weekend whether you are alone or with those that you love! :)
This person is one of my Muslim student who is praying on the occasion of Eid Mubarak.
With divine joy in my heart and a big smile on my face, I am sending you Eid-ul-Fitr wishes. May the Lord help us all be kind and virtuous. Eid Mubarak.
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and is a holy month of fasting and considered auspicious. It is celebrated as the month during which Prophet Muhammad received the initial revelations of what became the Quran, from God. Muslims fast from dawn to dusk each day during Ramadan to purify the soul and have empathy towards the less privileged. They offer prayers and encourage charity. Ramadan teaches self-control and self-reflection. Eid al-Fitr is celebrated marking the end of the month of Ramadan.
This Eid, let us plead for the well-being of our earth and lead with integrity.
Well being tomorrow is the 4th of July what better than featuring a a unit built by Alco for this weeks SNS. 4260, 4262 and 6544 are at Vancouver in this Greg Stadter classic. It's December 1978 and the 4262 is producing smoke in the finest Alco tradition. Chuck Schwesinger collection.
The extinguished blast furnace nr. 6 in Seraing-Liege (B).
What is reminded of him is a photo of mine, because he has recently razed to the ground.
Once the steel industry was one of the main engines of employment in the Liege region, but the Arcelormittal Steel Group bought the blast furnaces from the former owner in 2011 and already in 2014 the fires were extinguished.
Their objective is to eliminate all competition and to concentrate the steel industry in low-wage countries or emerging economies, where the environment, the well-being of people, working conditions and wages are of no importance whatsoever.
Money, more money and even more money is the only thing what interest them.
They even not have taken the trouble in research or investment in the absolutely necessary new environmental technoligies.
The fact that thousands of workers in the Liege region are unemployed and have fallen into poverty leaves them cold for the Belgian government has to pay this costst and solve this big problem.
Whatever, large shareholders let it be cold, but because of their obsession with captial and greed they don't notice that they have sold their souls to the devil..........
Kansas is considered one of the most prestigious college basketball programs in the country with six overall national championships (4 NCAA Tournament championships and 2 Helms national championships), as well being runner-up six times and having the most conference titles in the nation. Crowned the 2022 NCAA Men's Basketball Champion. Note: Both of my Children Graduated From KU..."Once a Jayhawk Always A Jayhawk" ;)
The first genuinely cloudless day from dusk til dawn that we have had in two months sees another adventure south after 925, this time getting all the way to the cliffs at Waitati.
Second loco 5097's paint has held up well, being one of the early KiwiRail repaints from 2008 with the horizontal red/grey colour separation. Many of the paint jobs from
Thanks again for the ride, Mr Jokertrekker.
28 Dec 2022, Train 925, DXBs 5022-5097, Katiki, SIMT-NZ
If you look at other frames from along the coast here (including one from last night) I don't think I've ever captured so many vehicles on the South Island's main road in one shot. There is a van with a trailer behind the coal containers too.
*Working Towards a Better World
Children must be taught how to think, not what to think. -
Margaret Mead
Don't handicap your children by making their lives easy. -
Robert A. Heinlein
I am featured on aamora.com if anyone is interested:
www.aamora.com/2015/08/31/emotions-by-sonia-ruth-adam-mur..
Thank you for your kind visit. Have a wonderful and beautiful day! xo❤️
Good Saturday morning everyone, and hoping everyone stay safe and well and has a fabulous weekend.
Here is one from yesterday and a very exciting series for me as well, being able to spend some time with this magnificent bird of prey, who we very rarely see, thanks to my friend and shooting partner ............. again.
Thanks for visiting everyone, very much appreciated indeed.
Green is Life
Green signifies abundant in nature, growth, renewal, health and environment.
Green is the color of nature and ferlility.
Grass green is the most restful color.
Green symbolizes, self respect and well being.
On the flip side, green is jealousy or envy ...(green-eyed monster),,,,,
Düsseldorf,
In der weihnachtlich beleuchteten Stadt rund um den Corneliusplatz gibt es gleich mehrere interesssante Motive: Eislaufbahn, Kö-Bogen, Königsallee und nicht zuletzt den Lichtbogen über dem Kö-Graben. Auch für das leibliche Wohl ist rund um die Eisbahn reichlich gesorgt.
Düsseldorf,
In the Christmas illuminated city around Corneliusplatz there are several interesting motifs: ice rink, Kö-Bogen, Königsallee and, last but not least, the arc over the Kö-Graben. Plenty of physical well-being is also provided around the ice rink.
White elephants are considered sacred in Buddhist countries and promise happiness and well-being. But the way in which they are kept couldn't be more contradictory, and it suggests that this is why the animals are particularly spoiled. But a visit to Burma's white elephants reveals the opposite.
Six of the nine white elephants that are in captivity in Burma are vegetating here in the elephant house in the capital Nay Pyi Taw. They eke out their lives on a few square meters.
A taxi driver explains that the tied animals are a symbol of the power of the military. So everything is under control.
In fact, a prominent Burmese elephant expert, who is afraid of being named, confirms that the highest army generals and their entourage visited the white elephants in the capital Nay Pyi Taw regularly.
One of the country's two vice presidents is also one of the weekly visitors. They all believed the animals would bring good luck and maintain power.
Weisse Elefanten gelten in buddhistischen Ländern als heilig, versprechen Glück und Wohlergehen. Doch die Art und Weise, wie sie gehalten werden, könnte widersprüchlicher nicht sein.Es läge nahe, dass die Tiere deshalb besonders verwöhnt werden. Doch ein Besuch bei Burmas weissen Elefanten entlarvt das Gegenteil.
Sechs der insgesamt neun weissen Elefanten, die in Burma in Gefangenschaft sind, vegetieren hier im Elefantenhaus in der Hauptstadt Nay Pyi Taw vor sich hin. Sie fristen ihr Leben auf ein paar Quadratmetern.
Ein Taxifahrer erklärt, die gefesselten Tiere seien ein Symbol für die Macht der Militärs. Es sei also alles unter Kontrolle.
Tatsächlich bestätigt ein prominenter burmesischer Elefantenexperte, der Angst hat, namentlich genannt zu werden: Höchste Armeegeneräle und ihre Entourage besuchten die weissen Elefanten in der Hauptstadt Nay Pyi Taw regelmässig.
Auch einer der beiden Vizepräsidenten des Landes gehöre zu den wöchentlichen Besuchern. Sie alle glaubten, die Tiere würden Glück bringen und die Macht erhalten
― Plato
My husband is getting better each and every day. Amen! Slow and steady wins the race. I am trying to get back to feeling normal after the month of stress and it is not easy. I am sure all of you know that feeling to some degree. Sometimes I think it is more exhausting worrying about the ones I love than myself. I pour my heart into my loved ones and often times I am told I forget completely about my health and my own well being. Bad habit? I don't think so. When I invest myself in the needs of others, my pains seem to disappear. Try it. :)
365: the 2022 Edition 70/365
Taikodani Inari Shrine is the demon gate of Sanbonmatsu Castle (Tsuwano Castle) in 1773, when the 7th lord of the Tsuwano Domain, Norisada Kamei, prays for the peaceful protection of the Tsuwano Domain and the well-being of the people. It was the first time that the Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine in Kyoto worshiped at the peak of Taikodani at the northeastern end.
Traveling along a little-used country road at sunset in open country is one of the simple pleasures in life.
Eastern Washington.
We all have families and friends that we love. Surely before starting a war, or even considering continuing a war, a person should evaluate the devastation left behind after the war.
War causes the destruction of physical infrastructure, the psychological well-being of children, those fighting in the war, and those left under the bombing. The destruction of families, both psychologically and through death. The scarcity of food and general products. It interferes and can destroy general transit, interferes with the education of children, caring for the sick and the elderly. Leaving many homeless.
Finances are very tight after the war. In other words, life is totally changed for the worse for quite a long time after a war, basically all for nothing. Usually started in the name of tyrannical power and wealth. There is nothing good about war, everything is good and possible about peace. In peace life still has its ups and downs but not by force and democracy has its legitimate place.
Thank you for your kind visit. Have a beautiful day and spread love and kindness! ❤️❤️❤️
The famous thermal springs of Saturnia are widely known and a popular destination, not only for tourists. Also the residents of the region like to use the healing effect of the hot sulfur springs during a relaxing bath in the midst of a beautiful natural landscape.
Even in ancient times, Dante rapturously mentioned the famous Terme di Saturnia in his Divine Comedy. The hot sulfur springs of Saturnia have a healing effect on joints and skin and generally strengthen the well-being. A particularly beneficial effect is noted for rheumatism and arthritis. From the thermal spring 800 liters of sulfurous 37°C warm healing water gush out every second.
The thermal town of Saturnia belongs to the province of Grosseto and is located in the south of Tuscany, in the Maremma. The village with about 600 inhabitants is situated on a hill about 4 km north of the famous waterfall. It is one of the first Etruscan towns in Italy. Some remains of the ring wall from Etruscan times can still be seen next to the Porta Romana. The castle of Saturnia is privately owned and therefore unfortunately cannot be visited.
Most tourists, however, are attracted less by the medieval village than by the famous waterfall of Saturnia. If you travel from the direction of Manciano, the waterfall can already be seen from the road, next to a restored mill. The water cascades down a rock wall, collects in a natural pool and then falls again from a grotto into step-like sinter pools. There, visitors can then bask in the healing sulfur water free of charge. The free bathing pleasure can be enjoyed all year round and at any time of the day or night.
Chickadees weigh less than 1/2 of an ounce (<14g) and harsh winters can be life threatening to these tiny songbirds. They would need our help during cold winter days. Research has shown that when the temperature falls below 10 degrees Fahrenheit (-12 C), the survival rate of chickadees almost doubled when they had access to feeders! Feeding these songbirds during the coldest months increased their overall winter survival rate to 69% versus a 37% survival rate of those not having access to feeders.
Also, an experimental study from 2024 found that watching birds improves well-being and reduces stress. It also connects us to nature and promotes much needed conservation :)
Weisse Elefanten gelten in buddhistischen Ländern als heilig, versprechen Glück und Wohlergehen. Doch die Art und Weise, wie sie gehalten werden, könnte widersprüchlicher nicht sein.Es läge nahe, dass die Tiere deshalb besonders verwöhnt werden. Doch ein Besuch bei Burmas weissen Elefanten entlarvt das Gegenteil.
Sechs der insgesamt neun weissen Elefanten, die in Burma in Gefangenschaft sind, vegetieren hier im Elefantenhaus in der Hauptstadt Nay Pyi Taw vor sich hin. Sie fristen ihr Leben auf ein paar Quadratmetern.
Ein Taxifahrer erklärt, die gefesselten Tiere seien ein Symbol für die Macht der Militärs. Es sei also alles unter Kontrolle.
Tatsächlich bestätigt ein prominenter burmesischer Elefantenexperte, der Angst hat, namentlich genannt zu werden: Höchste Armeegeneräle und ihre Entourage besuchten die weissen Elefanten in der Hauptstadt Nay Pyi Taw regelmässig.
Auch einer der beiden Vizepräsidenten des Landes gehöre zu den wöchentlichen Besuchern. Sie alle glaubten, die Tiere würden Glück bringen und die Macht erhalten.
White elephants are considered sacred in Buddhist countries and promise happiness and well-being. But the way in which they are kept couldn't be more contradictory, and it suggests that this is why the animals are particularly spoiled. But a visit to Burma's white elephants reveals the opposite.
Six of the nine white elephants that are in captivity in Burma are vegetating here in the elephant house in the capital Nay Pyi Taw. They eke out their lives on a few square meters.
A taxi driver explains that the tied animals are a symbol of the power of the military. So everything is under control.
In fact, a prominent Burmese elephant expert, who is afraid of being named, confirms that the highest army generals and their entourage visited the white elephants in the capital Nay Pyi Taw regularly.
One of the country's two vice presidents is also one of the weekly visitors. They all believed the animals would bring good luck and maintain power.
White elephants are considered sacred in Buddhist countries and promise happiness and well-being. But the way in which they are kept couldn't be more contradictory, and it suggests that this is why the animals are particularly spoiled. But a visit to Burma's white elephants reveals the opposite.
Six of the nine white elephants that are in captivity in Burma are vegetating here in the elephant house in the capital Nay Pyi Taw. They eke out their lives on a few square meters.
A taxi driver explains that the tied animals are a symbol of the power of the military. So everything is under control.
In fact, a prominent Burmese elephant expert, who is afraid of being named, confirms that the highest army generals and their entourage visited the white elephants in the capital Nay Pyi Taw regularly.
One of the country's two vice presidents is also one of the weekly visitors. They all believed the animals would bring good luck and maintain power.
Weisse Elefanten gelten in buddhistischen Ländern als heilig, versprechen Glück und Wohlergehen. Doch die Art und Weise, wie sie gehalten werden, könnte widersprüchlicher nicht sein.Es läge nahe, dass die Tiere deshalb besonders verwöhnt werden. Doch ein Besuch bei Burmas weissen Elefanten entlarvt das Gegenteil.
Sechs der insgesamt neun weissen Elefanten, die in Burma in Gefangenschaft sind, vegetieren hier im Elefantenhaus in der Hauptstadt Nay Pyi Taw vor sich hin. Sie fristen ihr Leben auf ein paar Quadratmetern.
Ein Taxifahrer erklärt, die gefesselten Tiere seien ein Symbol für die Macht der Militärs. Es sei also alles unter Kontrolle.
Tatsächlich bestätigt ein prominenter burmesischer Elefantenexperte, der Angst hat, namentlich genannt zu werden: Höchste Armeegeneräle und ihre Entourage besuchten die weissen Elefanten in der Hauptstadt Nay Pyi Taw regelmässig.
Auch einer der beiden Vizepräsidenten des Landes gehöre zu den wöchentlichen Besuchern. Sie alle glaubten, die Tiere würden Glück bringen und die Macht erhalten
Little kittens are like our own little babies; they need to be touched and know that they are loved and are an important member of the family. Touch is a fundamental human and animal need giving profound impacts on both physical and mental well-being. A warm touch can reduce stress, create a feeling of security, alleviate pain, amd help build strong and lasting relationships.
With heartfelt thanks for your kind visit. Have a wonderful day, stay healthy, stay alert, appreciate the beauty around you, enjoy your creativity, stay safe, and laugh often! ❤️❤️❤️
The ice saints and Sophie gave us low temperature, some clouds and windy, rough conditions.
And great well-being.
……Some jobs just have to be done! Well done to these guys & gals who turn out come rain or shine for the well being of strangers & locals alike and of all ages & abilities. Poldhu Cove on The Lizard in Cornwall - Oh and a great place for Coffee 364 days of the year…. Alan:-)
For the interested I’m growing my Shutterstock catalogue regularly here, now sold 144 images :- www.shutterstock.com/g/Alan+Foster?rid=223484589&utm_...
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One of only three conifers that annually shed their needles, a stand of tamaracks (or larch) creates an effective focal point on a grey and misty day on the lake. The other two are the dawn redwood and the bald cypress. Don't you hate it when someone says "one of two or three" or "the second largest" and fails to list the others? In any event, they make for an appealing border for the lake, here pictured just before dropping their needles for another year.
I was able to get out in the canoe twice last week as the winds were calm and the temps in the 30sF/10aC...a bit nippy but fine after getting the muscles going. The last time there were actually snow flurries, somehow enhancing the quietude. I noted with deep regret that my loons have gone. It is remarkable what an integral and intimate part of my life they have become. Replacing them is a large (60-70) flock of Goldeneye ducks which arrive late every year, and take off en masse for the other end of the lake whenever I get within 50 yards of them, repeating the exercise when they see me coming again on my circuit. They, too, will be gone soon, this a very brief stopover on their migration.
As for other activity, the muskrats which abound are busy harvesting the remaining water lilies, and a lone Canadian goose cruises the shoreline causing me to wonder about its well-being.
It is a quiet time on the lake.
[Quieter and better large]