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Never really scared to show you what I feel inside
Everything laid out on the table, baby, you and I
I find myself living it up, making this dream come true
Everything I see in my head is all because of you, you
Because I can't drive, I'm always on foot in Diano Marina on the Italian Riviera. Recently, I was looking for worthwhile motifs on my way home. This combination of nature and technology appeals to me.
A brown pelican enjoying its bathing time. A refreshing photo for a hot summer day.
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it is assumed that Gorinchem was founded circa 1000 CE by fishermen and farmers on the raised land near the mouth of the river Linge at the Merwede. (Home of Gorik) is first mentioned in a document from 1224 in which Floris IV granted people from Gorinchem exemption of toll payments throughout Holland.
Somewhere between 1247 and 1267, Gorinchem became property of the Lords of Arkel. At the end of the 13th century earthen mounts reinforced with palisades were built around the settlement to protect it from domination by the neighboring counties of Holland and Gelre. Half a century later real city walls were built complete with 7 gates and 23 watchtowers. Otto van Arkel granted it city rights on 11 November 1322.
Jan van Arkel had a dispute with Albert I, brother of Willem V of Holland, leading to war and subsequently to the annexation of Gorinchem to Holland in 1417. This resulted in increased trade and Gorinchem grew to be the eighth city of Holland.
On 9 July 1572, the Watergeuzen (Dutch rebels against Spanish rule) conquered the city and captured 19 Catholic priests and monks. Because they refused to renounce their faith, these priests and monks were brought to Brielle where they were hanged and were from then on known among Catholics as the Martyrs of Gorkum.
By the 16th century, the city walls were so deteriorated that they were replaced with new fortifications and eleven bastions that still are almost completely intact. The new walls were completed in 1609 and were located further from the town centre, making the city twice as large. In 1673, Gorinchem became part of the old Dutch Water Line.
The city walls had four city gates: the Arkel Gate in the north, the Dalem Gate in the east, the Water Gate in the south (where the ferry to Woudrichem was), and the Kansel Gate in the west. Of these four gates, only the Dalem Gate remains. The others were removed in the 19th century to make way for vehicular traffic. A portion of the Water Gate was preserved in the gardens of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.
Because it represents ‘23 - 2 dimes and 3 pennies, little buddy!….
Both of these duckies were gifts from my SIL who knows how much I love macros and duckies— perfect, right? The tiny ducky fits on a dime— there’s a size verification shot and a set-up shot for this posting in my photostream.
for the first Macro Monday theme of the new year, on 1/1/23, of “new”
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Swallowing a meal for the great egret (Ardea alba) involves flicking its food into the air followed by a gulp.
The two egret images are taken in the same location (a small pond at Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge) but on different days. It is possible it is the same bird, but not guaranteed because we have seen as many as 8 great egrets at once in this location.
I went with two images because they tell different parts of the same story. I think I like the "kerplunk" one better because of the fat water droplets frozen in time and the mirror like reflection, but I also do like the action shot "bottoms up". Let me know if you have an opinion!
I don’t need it because I have content :-)
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salvia, bicolor baby sage, 'Hot Lips', j c raulston arboretum, ncsu, raleigh, north carolina
Because I needed something blue in my photo stream. No, really.
There's almost nothing better than watching the sun rise while savouring a cup of coffee.
Because they find prey using the sensitive tips of their bills, and not just eyesight, Willets can feed both during the day and at night.
Because American Goldfinches are vegetarian and don’t eat insects, they nest late, waiting until late summer or early fall when there are lots of seeds to eat. ~ Goldfinch in our Katsura Tree, a favorite place for them to rest before going back to the garden for more echinacea seeds.
Just because it's Halloween and make you smile !
I change the small photo and instead of my beloved Puffins I put a photo of me and another one of an Arctic Tern. Both apparently have nothing to do with each other. Except that it is ! On my face the blood is real blood, most had been wiped off by the friend who took the photo. This one was taken on the Isle of May in July 2019. You should know that these Terns nest along the footpath that starts at the pier. These birds, to protect their nests, attack with their beaks the top of the visitor's heads who pass in the path.
They first target the tallest people in a group. This is the reason why it is recommended to wear a hat. For my Scottish and English Flickr's friends who know these Isles (not only on the May), I precise that I did wear a hat. It was my third visit to the Isle of May and since the first time I wore a hat !
It was time to join the boat to return to Anstruther but I noticed two or three visitors behind me so I told to myself I had enough time for a few more shots. Being alone in front of this bird I was the tallest and the other Terns had a great time on my head. As the head was busy, one of them attacked me UNDER the hat !! So, if I have an advice : next time go with a full face helmet 😉
For my readers from the U.K. please let me know if I wrote something wrong 😊
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Juste parce que c'est Halloween et pour vous faire sourire !
J'ai changé la photo du médaillon et, a la place de mes Macareux moine bien aimés, j'ai mis une photo de moi et une photo de Sterne Arctique dans mes images. Apparemment, ces deux photos n'ont rien a voir ensemble. Sauf que si ! Sur mon visage, c'est du vrai sang, la plus grande partie qui recouvrait ma joue ayant été essuyée par l'amie qui a pris la photo. Celle-çi a été prise sur l'Ile de May, en juillet 2019. Ces Sternes nichent en bordure du sentier piéton qui part de l'embarcadère. Ces oiseaux, pour protéger leur nids, piquent le sommet des têtes des visiteurs. Ces Sternes visent en premier les personnes les plus grandes du groupe. C'est la raison pour laquelle il est fortement recommandé de porter un couvre-chef. Pour mes amis Flickr Ecossais et Anglais qui connaisent ces iles (pas seulement sur l'Ile de May d'ailleurs), je précise que je portais un chapeau. C'était ma troisième visite sur cette île et depuis la première fois j'ai toujours porté un chapeau !
Le moment était venu de rejoindre le bateau mais comme j'avais remarqué deux ou trois personnes qui traînaient derrière moi, je me suis dit que j'avais suffisamment de temps pour quelques photos supplémentaires. Etant seule devant cet oiseau, je me suis retrouvée être la plus grande et les autres Sternes s'en sont donné à coeur joie sur ma tête ! Comme cette dernière était occupée, l'une d'elles m'a piqué SOUS mon chapeau ! Aussi, si j'ai un conseil : la prochaine fois, y aller avec un casque intégral 😉
Because this statue is at ground level it was often getting damaged so they put up a road sign to make people aware of it.
A MUST VIEWED LARGE!!
Another of my sunsets along the river Thames at Erith, it was such a fabulous and beautiful evening . Just a short time from home.
It is all a bit of a hit and miss affair when you are taking shots like this because you are not to sure how the rays are going to come out!
Ringed Plovers breed on shingle or pebble beaches and are very susceptible to human disturbance. They are “Red Listed” under the “UK Birds of Conservation Concern” because of a big drop in numbers in recent years.
They are well known to feign injury to draw predators or humans away from chicks or eggs.
Thank you for having a look at my photos. Comments or faves are very welcome and much appreciated.
Alpine marmots or "Murmeltiere" as they are called in German live high up in the mountains and feed on herbs. It was the first time ever that I could capture them from quite nearby, because they usually hide in their holes as soon as people approach.
In the Alps, they are a popular topic for souvenirs and toys. I remember we had a cuddly toy marmot at home.
because of technical web problems. No web... DSL ... etc... no net at home.
I will be here for some pictures but I can't see all your beautiful pictures... I will need a technician at home it seems and I know that this will take time...
I have some bad experiences...
Well.. I wanted a time more 'off'
Now I have it by other circumstances.
See you 😘 and take care of you...
because of summer engineering works between Rygge and Moss on the Østfold Line in Norway, freight trains to and from Halden and Sarpsborg had to be rerouted via Sweden (charlottenberg - Kil - Brålanda - Kornsjø). Amongst the trains rerouted are the wood train Hønefoss - Halden of Grenland Rail. El.15./161.106 with empty wood train Halden - Hønefoss close to the Norwegian/Swedish border at Kornsjø.
The edge of Chaffinch Island Park at the start of an arresting sunrise.
A few nearby residents also made it here with their cell phones soon after I got this shot. It was classic headless chicken syndrome with me - but luckily I'd visited here before and quickly figured out a good spot to get the sunrise.
Because of the gull, the first direct red light and the contrast of colors I feel this shot was the sweetest of the day.
Another photo from the series "The other Liguria". Because Liguria is not only the one with the sea, beaches and umbrellas. The interesting thing is that sea, beaches and umbrellas are only 13 kilometers from where I took the picture.
Un'altra foto della serie "The other Liguria". Perché la Liguria non è solo quella con il mare, le spiagge e gli ombrelloni. La cosa interessante è che mare, spiagge e ombrelloni sono solo a 13 chilometri da dove ho scattato la foto.
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If a man does not keep pace with his companions, perhaps it is because he hears a different drummer. Let him step to the music which he hears, however measured or far away.
Henry David Thoreau
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Female Salticus scenicus zebra jumping spider.
Single exposure, hand held, diffused flash.
Notes: This species is often found around houses. It is commonly noticed, perhaps because it is active in the open and near windows. This spider will approach almost anything that moves.
Definitely one of my favorite birds, not only because it is incredibly cute and very friendly, but also because it is a very caring and loving bird.
From the paridae family, (same as the chickadee) they have a very peculiar way of taking care of their young, usually with the help of one of their offsprings from the previous year. How do they decide who stays behind to help is simply fascinating to me!
If you want to know more about this bird, this site has very interesting facts:
www.audubon.org/field-guide/bird/tufted-titmouse
And the look, it is the look of love for peanuts and sunflower seeds!
If you don’t know your cardinal from your titmouse, just remember this sound: " Peter, peter peter", and that will be your titmouse ;)
www.youtube.com/watch?v=LmacNQRD6FY
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Photography is my passion, and nature photography is my favorite.
I have been in Explore for more that a hundred times, and it is an awesome experience to have your photos showcased in such a special way.
I'm in many groups, and I only add my photos to them if they are not private.
I thank your for coming today, for leaving a comment, and make a favorite of yours this photo, (if that is the case) thanks again!
The best part of this forum is the contacts and friends that I have made over the years, that have the same passion for this art that is called photography!
Martha,
ENG: A backyard view with many corners, edges and reflections in the middle of the Berlin district Mitte. I discovered this large backyard by chance while walking along the Spree river near the Friedrichstraße Structure suburban train station and was immediately thrilled by the sight of the architecture and the view of the sky.
Why "Am Zirkus"? Because that's the name of the street by the building today. ☻ The street was actually called Markthallenstraße when it was built in 1865, but it was quickly renamed. Because the market hall was an economic failure. In 1873, the "Markthallen-Circus" (later taken over by the Circus Renz) opened in the building, whereupon the street was renamed, first Am Circus, since 1903 in the current spelling. Nowadays, of course, the market hall is history and in the same place stands a new building since 2014 in which there is also a hotel.
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GER: Ein Hinterhof Ausblick mit vielen Ecken, Kanten und Spiegelungen inmitten des Berliner Bezirks Mitte. Ich habe diesen großen Hinterhof durch Zufall entdeckt beim Spaziergang an der Spree nahe des S-Bahnhofs Friedrichstraße und war sofort begeistert von dem Anblick der Architektur und dem Ausblick in den Himmel.
Warum „Am Zirkus“? Weil die heutige Straße am Gebäude so heißt. ☻ Eigentlich hieß die Straße bei ihrer Erbauung 1865 mal Markthallenstraße. diese wurde aber schnell umbenannt. Da die Markthalle ein wirtschaftlicher Misserfolg war. 1873 eröffnete in dem Gebäude der „Markthallen-Circus“ (später vom Circus Renz übernommen), woraufhin die Straße umbenannt wurde, zunächst Am Circus, seit 1903 in der heutigen Schreibweise. Heutzutage ist die Markthalle natürlich Geschichte und an selbige stelle steht seit 2014 ein Neubau in dem sich auch ein Hotel befindet.