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And… we survived! No small accomplishment, right?!! Oh my goodness, I had infinite fun spending time together and being a part of this adventure with you, Rocky! Zombies, fire, explosions, getting splashed with mud (good call!) as we tried to outrun the mayhem! Wheeeee!! I take no credit for any of the awesomeness, I just added a Doberman and you were creative director, producer and screen play writer!
And of course, a huge thank you for protecting me from the evil guys who were chasing us, and for being so patient and pretending not to be zoning out when I took forevsz and a day trying to get a good take for my capture of the shot!
Friendship and creativity is what makes SL rewarding and worth the craziness, and you are such a dear friend to me, Rocky! Big hugs, my friend! I love ya! 💖
And happy new week ahead, everyone! Hope it's filled with happy, joyful moments, and zombie-free adventures! xoxo 😊💕
And the Raccoons fans cheer, “Home Run!”
Skippy envisioned his universe with the help of the following amazing creations:
KraftWork's Sports Room, Stadium Chairs, Autographed Baseball Jersey Frame, Autographed Baseball Bats, Single Metal Lockers, Box Cabinets, Autographed Baseball Photo Frame, Baseball Trophy, Storage Boxes (1st & Blanket, 2nd & Magazines), and Vintage Messy Rug, which are all part of the Old Sports Room Collection!
Pewpew!'s Baseball Gloves!
Bad Unicorn's Bonds Baseball Cap!
Kunst's Baseball Bat!
Madras' Vintage TV!
THOR's ABC Baseball Book, Baseball Memorabilia, and Baseball Balls!
In addition the little man wears:
8f8's Raccoon Hat!
Let's keep cheering for one another.
Let's keep encouraging and supporting.
Let's keep lifting each other up.
Together we can change the world!
Keep shining bright, my friends.
Sometimes it’s easy to get carried away with our so-called accomplishments. We spend our lifetimes collecting achievements, earning praise and recognition, and seeking approval – so much so that we lose sight of what is truly meaningful.
If being peaceful and loving are your primary goals, then why not redefine your most meaningful accomplishments as being those that support and measure qualities such as kindness and happiness?
Rather than being consumed exclusively with external accomplishments, try putting more emphasis on what’s really important. When you redefine what it means to achieve a meaningful accomplishment, it helps you to stay on your path.
~ excerpts from Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff…and it’s all small stuff by Dr. Richard Carlson
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As I stand before my digitally created masterpiece, I am filled with a sense of accomplishment and pride. This painting represents a unique blend of traditional oil painting techniques and the modern medium of digital art. The canvas showcases a captivating scene—a diagonal arrangement of colorful boats moored in a marina, their vibrant hues contrasting against the peaceful waters.
Using digital tools, I meticulously recreated the texture and brushwork of an oil painting, giving the artwork a realistic and tangible feel. The boats are expertly rendered, each one possessing its own distinct character and charm. From the graceful lines of their hulls to the intricate details of the rigging, every element is carefully crafted to capture the essence of these vessels.
The color palette I chose brings life and vibrancy to the scene. The bold blues, fiery reds, radiant yellows, and soothing greens create a visual symphony that dances across the canvas. These colors not only highlight the beauty of the boats but also reflect the warm, golden light of the sunset, infusing the entire scene with a sense of tranquility and serenity.
The focal point of the painting, the diagonal arrangement of the boats, draws the viewer's gaze, guiding them through the composition. The calm waters of the marina reflect the colors and light with remarkable accuracy, creating a mesmerizing display of reflections that adds depth and dimension to the artwork.
Below the main composition, I have included a small version of the photograph that served as the reference for my digital painting. This serves as a testament to my dedication to capturing the essence of the scene while infusing it with my own artistic style and interpretation.
Overall, my digitally created oil painting of the colorful boats in a marina, with the beautiful reflections of warm sunset light on the calm waters, is a testament to my evolving creativity. It combines the traditional techniques of oil painting with the endless possibilities of the digital medium, resulting in a captivating and harmonious work of art. I hope you like it.
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After fighting with my website's template for a while I decided to delete everything (even the address!) and chose another template. Ok, let's see how it goes with the new one. Suggestions and advices are very welcome!!!! Ciao :)
Please, have a look at the new site HERE
Happy International Women’s Day, beautiful, fearless souls! 💕
Whatever it is you are doing, love yourself for doing it. Whatever you are feeling, love yourself for feeling it.
Because the greatest accomplishment is to be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else. 💕
( thank you Jay for helping me fix the pose and for your time, very much appreciated)
A bucket list accomplishment. I have long wanted to shoot the DeWitt Geeps of the Maryland & Delaware RR. This goes back to the early 1980s when I first started getting serious about this stuff. My first attempt last year was a big fat zero as they didn't run one of the jobs, and the other used a GP10 that was pinch hitting.
Fast forward to this week and I was able to check them off the list as Stan Short, Jack Bruce and I made a trip to the Delmarva Peninsula. We succeded in shooting two of their three RS3m units on two of their disconnected operations. Here the Massey based crew runs up the former Pennsy Centreville Secondary Track with two empty potash cars and 11 loads of locally grown grain.
The second unit is a loaner from the Black River & Western RR. It is a SW1200 that is filling in for MDDE RS-3m No. 1202 that is setting at Massey and awaiting a "rare" part that will hopefully return it to service. The green SW1200 began life in 1956 as New Haven No. 643 and has done stints with PC, CR and RBMN before landing on the Black River & Western.
[The real accomplishment here was finding this frame w/o any people in it as people were rushing to get into the train before the doors closed. Not telling how much I cropped.]
Significant accomplishments past, present and future.
"Hero - Mariah Carey and Pavarotti"
www.youtube.com/watch?v=9KPUU-t28lg
This shot is dedicated to my entire student who made it in the end.
To name few that I could remember: Nazri, Siti Khodijah, Marfis,
Amirul, Noor Faridzatul Ain and others.....strive for more
Accomplishment is a journey,
not a destination...
Many thanks to everyone who chooses to leave a comment or add this image to their favorites, it is much appreciated.
©Elsie van der Walt, all rights reserved. Please don't use this image on websites, blogs or other media without my explicit permission. If you are interested in using one of my images, please send me an E-mail (elsie.vdwalt@gmail.com).
OK, what is a Winton? Personally, I never heard of them, but they do have an interesting, but somewhat brief history. And one, near identical to the one posted above performed quite an accomplishment that the article below will reveal and describe...so, read on!
The Winton Motor Carriage Company was a pioneer United States automobile manufacturer based in Cleveland, Ohio. Winton was one of the first American companies to sell a motor car. In 1912, Winton became one of the first American manufacturers of diesel engines.
In 1896, Scottish immigrant Alexander Winton, owner of the Winton Bicycle Company, turned from bicycle production to an experimental single-cylinder automobile before starting his car company.
The company was incorporated on March 15, 1897. Its first automobiles were built by hand. Each vehicle had painted sides, padded seats, a leather roof, and gas lamps. B.F. Goodrich made the tires.
In 1903, Dr. Horatio Nelson Jackson made the first successful automobile drive across the United States. On a $50 bet (equal to $1,750 today), he purchased a slightly used two-cylinder, 20 hp (15 kW) Winton touring car and hired a mechanic, Sewall K. Crocker (April 7, 1883 – April 22, 1913), to accompany him. Starting in San Francisco, California, ending in Manhattan, New York City, New York. The trip lasted 63 days, 12 hours, and 30 minutes, including breakdowns and delays while waiting for parts to arrive (especially in Cleveland.) The two men often drove miles out of the way to find a passable road, repeatedly hoisted the Winton up and over rocky terrain and mud holes with a block and tackle, or were pulled out of soft sand by horse teams. In 1903, there were only 150 miles of paved road in the entire country, all inside city limits. There were no road signs or maps. They once paid the exorbitant price of $5 for five gallons of gasoline ($178 in 2024 dollars). Jackson and Crocker followed rivers and streams, transcontinental railroad tracks, sheep trails, and dirt back roads. The car is now part of the permanent collection of the Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of American History after Jackson himself donated the vehicle to the museum where it can still be seen on display.
The 1904 Winton was a five-passenger tonneau-equipped tourer which sold for US$2,500.
Winton's flat-mounted water-cooled straight-twin engine, situated amidships of the car, produced 20 hp (15 kW). The channel and angle steel-framed car weighed 2,300 lb (1,000 kg).Winton continued to successfully market automobiles to upscale consumers through the 1910s, but sales began to fall in the early 1920s. This was due to the very conservative nature of the company, both in terms of technical development and styling. Only one sporting model was offered — the Sport Touring, with the majority of Wintons featuring tourer, sedan, limousine and town car styling. The Winton Motor Carriage Company ceased automobile production on February 11, 1924.
The Brass Headlights by Gray & Davis Manufacturing Company.
Gray & Davis, Inc. was a pioneer manufacturer of automobile electrical equipment with over 1000 employees across three manufacturing plants. The company’s main location was on the Charles River in Cambridge, Massachusetts, but other plants were located in Amesbury, Massachusetts, and Detroit, Michigan. The company was founded in the late 19th century by president William Gray. It closed in 1926 after it was purchased by American Bosch (now the Ambac International Corporation), a company that manufactures diesel fuel injection systems. Gray and Davis auto parts, especially head lamps, have become a collectible on their own.
OK, what is a Winton? Personally, I never heard of them, but they do have an interesting, but somewhat brief history. And one, near identical to the one posted above performed quite an accomplishment that the article below will reveal and describe...so, read on!
The Winton Motor Carriage Company was a pioneer United States automobile manufacturer based in Cleveland, Ohio. Winton was one of the first American companies to sell a motor car. In 1912, Winton became one of the first American manufacturers of diesel engines.
In 1896, Scottish immigrant Alexander Winton, owner of the Winton Bicycle Company, turned from bicycle production to an experimental single-cylinder automobile before starting his car company.
The company was incorporated on March 15, 1897. Its first automobiles were built by hand. Each vehicle had painted sides, padded seats, a leather roof, and gas lamps. B.F. Goodrich made the tires.
In 1903, Dr. Horatio Nelson Jackson made the first successful automobile drive across the United States. On a $50 bet (equal to $1,750 today), he purchased a slightly used two-cylinder, 20 hp (15 kW) Winton touring car and hired a mechanic, Sewall K. Crocker (April 7, 1883 – April 22, 1913), to accompany him. Starting in San Francisco, California, ending in Manhattan, New York City, New York. The trip lasted 63 days, 12 hours, and 30 minutes, including breakdowns and delays while waiting for parts to arrive (especially in Cleveland.) The two men often drove miles out of the way to find a passable road, repeatedly hoisted the Winton up and over rocky terrain and mud holes with a block and tackle, or were pulled out of soft sand by horse teams. In 1903, there were only 150 miles of paved road in the entire country, all inside city limits. There were no road signs or maps. They once paid the exorbitant price of $5 for five gallons of gasoline ($178 in 2024 dollars). Jackson and Crocker followed rivers and streams, transcontinental railroad tracks, sheep trails, and dirt back roads. The car is now part of the permanent collection of the Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of American History after Jackson himself donated the vehicle to the museum where it can still be seen on display.
The 1904 Winton was a five-passenger tonneau-equipped tourer which sold for US$2,500.
Winton's flat-mounted water-cooled straight-twin engine, situated amidships of the car, produced 20 hp (15 kW). The channel and angle steel-framed car weighed 2,300 lb (1,000 kg).Winton continued to successfully market automobiles to upscale consumers through the 1910s, but sales began to fall in the early 1920s. This was due to the very conservative nature of the company, both in terms of technical development and styling. Only one sporting model was offered — the Sport Touring, with the majority of Wintons featuring tourer, sedan, limousine and town car styling. The Winton Motor Carriage Company ceased automobile production on February 11, 1924.
The Brass Headlights by Gray & Davis Manufacturing Company.
Gray & Davis, Inc. was a pioneer manufacturer of automobile electrical equipment with over 1000 employees across three manufacturing plants. The company’s main location was on the Charles River in Cambridge, Massachusetts, but other plants were located in Amesbury, Massachusetts, and Detroit, Michigan. The company was founded in the late 19th century by president William Gray. It closed in 1926 after it was purchased by American Bosch (now the Ambac International Corporation), a company that manufactures diesel fuel injection systems. Gray and Davis auto parts, especially head lamps, have become a collectible on their own.
*Working Towards a Better World
I can accept failure, everyone fails at something. But I can't accept not trying. -
Michael Jordan
To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment. -
Ralph Waldo Emerson
Just don't give up trying to do what you really want to do. Where there is love and inspiration, I don't think you can go wrong. - Ella Fitzgerald
Don't let fear or insecurity stop you from trying new things. Believe in yourself. Do what you love. And most importantly, be kind to others, even if you don't like them. - Stacy London
Being yourself is one of the hardest things because it's scary. You always wonder whether you'll be accepted for who you really are. I decided to call my record 'Inside Out' because that's my motto about life. I don't think you ever succeed at trying to be anyone else but who you truly are. -
Emmy Rossum
Survival can be summed up in three words - never give up. That's the heart of it really. Just keep trying. - Bear Grylls
Thank you for your kind visit. Have a wonderful and beautiful day! xo❤️
CONGRATULATIONS to my BEST FRIEND forever for reaching this incredible age!!! You are true, you love deeply, you look after your extended family always, you love life, you love your friends to the nth degree, you have come far in life and have been recognized for it and you have lived an accomplished life one to be proud of and grateful for. Thank you for including me! I love you!
Have an extraordinary day with those we love!
Beijos, Kisses, Besos, Des Bisous ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Thank you for your kind visit. Have a wonderful and beautiful day! ❤️❤️❤️ - In Explore.
As I stand before my digitally created masterpiece, I am filled with a sense of accomplishment and pride. This painting represents a unique blend of traditional oil painting techniques and the modern medium of digital art. The canvas showcases a captivating scene—a diagonal arrangement of colorful boats moored in a marina, their vibrant hues contrasting against the peaceful waters.
Using digital tools, I meticulously recreated the texture and brushwork of an oil painting, giving the artwork a realistic and tangible feel. The boats are expertly rendered, each one possessing its own distinct character and charm. From the graceful lines of their hulls to the intricate details of the rigging, every element is carefully crafted to capture the essence of these vessels.
The color palette I chose brings life and vibrancy to the scene. The bold blues, fiery reds, radiant yellows, and soothing greens create a visual symphony that dances across the canvas. These colors not only highlight the beauty of the boats but also reflect the warm, golden light of the sunset, infusing the entire scene with a sense of tranquility and serenity.
The focal point of the painting, the diagonal arrangement of the boats, draws the viewer's gaze, guiding them through the composition. The calm waters of the marina reflect the colors and light with remarkable accuracy, creating a mesmerizing display of reflections that adds depth and dimension to the artwork.
Below the main composition, I have included a small version of the photograph that served as the reference for my digital painting. This serves as a testament to my dedication to capturing the essence of the scene while infusing it with my own artistic style and interpretation.
Overall, my digitally created oil painting of the colorful boats in a marina, with the beautiful reflections of warm sunset light on the calm waters, is a testament to my artistic skill and creativity. It combines the traditional techniques of oil painting with the endless possibilities of the digital medium, resulting in a captivating and harmonious work of art.
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Proud of my little accomplishment, never have to edit these series, save me more time.......I see a lot of imrovements when you set the shutter speed and apperture and light to the way you want it, there are a lot of trial and errors of course....and there are still a lot of room for improvement but it is a good start for me.
Happy Flickring this weekend friends, seem to be a perfect day to go outside and shoot pictures.
In December 2016, snow fell in the Sahara for the first time since 1979.
In 1984, the charitable supergroup Band Aid sang: “There won’t be snow in Africa this Christmas time.” In fact, it does snow in Africa at high elevations. Kilimanjaro has long had a cap of snow and ice, though it has been shrinking. Skiiers travel for natural and manufactured snow in the Atlas Mountains of Morocco and Algeria, as well as a few spots in South Africa and Lesotho.
Nonetheless, snow on the edge of the Sahara Desert is rare. On December 19, 2016, snow fell on the Algerian town of Ain Sefra, which is sometimes referred to as the “gateway to the desert.” The town of roughly 35,000 people sits between the Atlas Mountains and the northern edge of the Sahara. The last recorded snowfall in Ain Sefra occurred in February 1979.
The Enhanced Thematic Mapper Plus (ETM+) on the Landsat 7 satellite acquired this natural-color image of snow in North Africa on December 19, 2016. This scene shows an area near the border of Morocco and Algeria, south of the city of Bouarfa and southwest of Ain Sefra. Though the news has been dominated by snow in the Saharan city, a review of several years of satellite data suggests that snow is also pretty rare in this section of the Atlas range. Read more: go.nasa.gov/2hIH4Xe
NASA Earth Observatory image by Joshua Stevens, using Landsat data from the U.S. Geological Survey. Caption by Mike Carlowicz.
NASA Goddard Space Flight Center enables NASA’s mission through four scientific endeavors: Earth Science, Heliophysics, Solar System Exploration, and Astrophysics. Goddard plays a leading role in NASA’s accomplishments by contributing compelling scientific knowledge to advance the Agency’s mission.
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I would like to dedicate this accomplishment to my brother, WT (Walking Tom) www.flickr.com/photos/tomjaynes/
WT,
It was because of you, that I developed a serious interest in photography. It was from you that I learned and countinue to learn the basics and principles of photography. If it were not for you, this would not have happened. For that, I would like to say, Thank You and I Love You.
Brer
In late July, I was contacted by Denise Szakaly, Lead Graphic Designer for WNC Magazine, saying they were going to do a short history on Grist Mills in North Carolina and were considering three of my photographs, Dellinger Mill, Mingus Mill, and Murray's Mill. I was again contacted in August saying my photographs of Dellinger and Mingus Mills had been selected for publication in their September issue.
On the same day in July, I was contacted by Emma J. Williams, Managing Editor of Schmap Guides saying I was on the short list for their September Guide of Chattanooga, TN for my photo of the Chattanooga Choo Choo. I was later notified that my photograph would be used.
Thanks WT, I told you I was listening.
HSS 😊😊😍
Dionne Warwick, Steve Wonder, Gladys Knight & Elton John - That's What Friends Are For
www.youtube.com/watch?v=a1iXlyRa47A
This work is dedicated to my good and talented friend, Leo Lin, an excellent photographer and an amazing mountain climber from Taiwan. His last work is "Seven Giants" showing his hiking accomplishments of having achieved climbing the seven giants of Taiwan.
Even though we have never actually met in person, I sincerely count him as one of my friends, and we both share the love of "That's What Friends Are For" so I thought this would be the best way to congratulate him. Congratulations Leo!
You can find his stunning and beautiful work on the link below:
www.flickr.com/photos/64163787@N02
Thank you for your kind visit. Have a wonderful and beautiful day! ❤️❤️❤️
🏈”The greatest accomplishment is not in never falling, but in rising again after you fall."🏈- Vince Lombardi
Life lesson: Get back up again, brush yourself off and keep on going. The journey is part of the process in getting to the end. That is where the true strength and courage lies.
🏈❤️Through every win and loss-love and loyalty remain❤️🏈
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To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.
Essere se stessi in un mondo che cerca continuamente di cambiarti è la più grande delle conquiste.
(Ralph Waldo Emerson)
Tanktop: INVICTUS - INTERATIVE TANKTOP
Beard: Not Found - Reus Beard V2
Skin: Not Found - Reus Skin Hinti Normal
Tattoo: Hexed - Asterios
Hair: [HAIR]Dura-B114
“Parents rarely let go of their children, so children let go of them. They move on. They move away. The moments that used to define them – a mother’s approval, a father’s nod – are covered by moments of their own accomplishments.
It is not until much later, as the skin sags and the heart weakens, that children understand; their stories, and all their accomplishments, sit atop the stories of their mothers and fathers, stones upon stones, beneath the waters of their lives.” —Mitch Albom
Real People Series - candid street portraits
All photos my own taken with Canon 6D
HSS
2017 ended with a sense of accomplishment and pride -- and 2018 is starting with a sense of excitement for what I might accomplish this year. I'm so grateful for everyone's support and love of the pictures I make. And I am very happy to showcase content from creators I adore.
This image is the first for Belle Epoque. I already own at least half her store (and that includes the gachas) so being able to blog for her just kind of makes me squee!
And a shout out goes to Jae Velde, for wasting time and getting dolled up to pose with me! It's more fun with friends :D <3
Press "L" to zoom in!
sponsored item:
sweater: Belle Epoque { Olivia Sweater } White
pants: Belle Epoque { Olivia Pants } Eggplant
(Olivia Set now at FaMESHed!)
other items worn:
head and skin: LAQ Bento - Motion Capture - Neve
hair: [monso] My Hair - Jeonso /Mixed
headpiece: *LODE* Head Accessory - Grapes and Roses [merlot grape roses]
necklace 1: .:EMO-tions.. * SALOME* necklace
necklace 2: =Zenith=Magic Stone Necklace (Gold)
belt: *JB* Elise Chain Belt - Hourglass (so it won't clip)
candles: SAYO - Seance Candles - Fortune (Prop Attachment)
Jae is wearing:
hair: Doux - Aphrodite hair
rings: Absolut Vendetta - Juno Bento Rings
hair flower: ChicChica - Flower Gold Clip
bracelet: Kibitz - Moon Bracelet
dress: Belle Epoque - Sylvia dress
wine bottle & glass: ChicChica - Lonely Evening
decor:
chair: Zaara [home] : Block print wing chair RARE
rug: Zaara [home] : Ikat dhurrie rug *multi*
pictures: Zaara [home] : Traffic frames
cupboard: Zaara [home] : Kitsch cupboard RARE
poster: floorplan. heels print
neon light: CUREMORE / Punk Chick / Anarchy Neon / Pure
telephone: floorplan. antique telephone gacha / white
light: by ARIA
trunk: Zaara [home] : Trunk table *taxi art*
Baruch de Spinoza lived here.
Baruch de Spinoza (Hebrew: ברוך שפינוזה, Portuguese: Bento de Espinosa, Basque: Benedict de Spinoza, Latin: Benedictus de Spinoza) (November 24, 1632 – February 21, 1677) was a Dutch philosopher of Portuguese Jewish origin. Revealing considerable scientific aptitude, the breadth and importance of Spinoza's work was not fully realized until years after his death. Today, he is considered one of the great rationalists of 17th century philosophy, laying the groundwork for the 18th century Enlightenment and modern biblical criticism. By virtue of his magnum opus, the posthumous Ethics, Spinoza is also considered one of Western philosophy's definitive ethicists.
Spinoza lived quietly as a lens grinder, turning down rewards and honours throughout his life, including prestigious teaching positions, and gave his family inheritance to his sister. Spinoza's moral character and philosophical accomplishments prompted twentieth-century philosopher Gilles Deleuze to name him "The absolute philosopher" (Deleuze, 1990). Spinoza died in February 1677 of a lung illness, perhaps tuberculosis or silicosis caused by fine glass dust inhaled while tending to his trade.
{November 1921} “The world was to me a secret which I desired to devine.” // “It was on a dreary night of November that I beheld the accomplishment of my toils. With an anxiety that almost amounted to agony, I collected the instruments of life..”:
• 4k • This shot above was taken with my own photo-suite { which I will release/upload this year } • ReShade 4.3.0.563 • { +New: Sep } Custom shaders • My own LUT's { my noir edition is based upon filmic-tonemapping, Reinhard tonemapping & 1940's Kodak Tri-X 400 120 } • Many custom engine tweaks
I love getting to the top or somewhere for a break and looking how far you’ve come. The sense of accomplishment that gives is like no other. In a place this vast, the perspectives of distance is lost on you with so many layers to see.
Wooohoooooo!! hey... that's a big accomplishment ya know!
I shovelled a ton of snow to get there!
Good thing I've been doing my weight routine and my cardio or I wouldn't still be standing .... that pile of snow is well past up past my shoulders.... it's almost impossible to toss any more snow up there now......I must now push the top pointed area over onto the back area...with my shovel or the scraper. Much as you do with a pile of compost or manure..... flatten the top of the pile...so that more snow can be piled without just falling off and back onto the sidewalk......my sister taught me that. She has property and used to pile manure when she had horses...and, still does compost...
The things you learn on the 'farm' .. or any property.....
"Every worthwhile accomplishment, big or little, has its stages of drudgery and triumph; a beginning, a struggle and a victory."
~Ghandi
Flower of the garden
The creamy petals of Gordonia longicarpa with its sunburst golden stamens resemble an oversize camellia. The flowers have a crinkled texture, and can be 3 to 4 inches wide depending on the species. The long, glossy, elliptical leaves have a flush of red in their stalks. G. longicarpa is one of more than 30 species found in the province of Yunnan, China, and the mountains of Malaysia.
Gordonia longicarpa is present as a shrub or small tree.
Explored: May 31, 2023
National Museum of the Marine Corps in Prince William County, Virginia. The museum opened on November 10, 2006.
Today I graduate and I am so happy. For Me... it's a huge accomplishment. All the years I spent on SL "mojoniando" when I could have been learning more about One of my "Favorite things" Photography. I have learned so much and seen the difference in my work. Later on, I will post some of my Exhibit work :).
Thank you to the staff of Visionaire for your dedication, and the time you give your students, how you have so much "patience" because sometimes I just did not get it. Lol, but you were there and encouraged us. Your positive critique without making one feel bad about the mistakes we made.
It is so much and you know what? It shows in my work I even see it. Hey, I have a lot more to learn and I'm ok with that, you gave me "the tools" to work with Thank you again and again.
My first homework was the hardest for me because I had just lost my "Best Friend" in rl Im in tears right now, Coming to class helped me feel so much better and we know that losing someone dear is not something you get over. You never do. My first hw was about my Grieving her and just saying, hoping that she knew how much I love her. Because I have posted it on my Visionaire Album I will share it here.
It was therapeutic for me to do this work, I really believe that my classmates felt it as well. I have made a few friends in class and I hope that "you all will get tired of me being around the premises 💕💕💕
Thank you all for your kindness and your help with everything I needed, You never said "NO" Wren, Consuela, Tour Thank you from my heart.
Much Love & Respect
Willow
My First homework...
I Almost Called You... 😢
www.flickr.com/photos/38740540@N05/52877145027/in/album-7...
The most glorious moments in your life are not the so-called days of success, but rather those days when out of dejection and despair you feel rise in you a challenge to life, and the promise of future accomplishments.
-- Gustave Flaubert
EXPLORE - March 28, 2009 #370
Thanks everyone and special thanks to Mang Maning for noticing it!
DISCIPLINE: the BRIDGE between goals and accomplishments!
Have a great weekend everyone!
Don't forget, at 8:30pm Local Time, wherever you live in the planet Earth Hour, Saturday, 28th March 2009
Photo captured via Minolta MD W.Rokkor-X 28mm F/2.8 Lens. In the city of Redmond. King County, Washington. Early November 2015.
Exposure Time: 1/125 sec. * ISO Speed: ISO-400 * Aperture: F/4.5 * Bracketing: None
A shot from an OffShoot outing to the Petit Volant circus and performing arts centre in Sandyford, Dublin earlier this year.
"I believe there’s nothing like flying. Dancing and playing in the air provide a unique feeling of freedom, peace and accomplishment. I also believe that circus is for everyone, regardless of age, gender or size. It’s a place for collective joy, where the limits are our imagination."
Mari Rampazzo, Petit Volant owner