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So I set up the camera outside the stables, the parents are zooming in and out feeding the new fledglings (of which seem to be down to 4 now) it’s real hard, they are so quick, so out of about 500 phots,,,,, this one
There is a moment when all becomes still and life is just solely about the two people in that moment
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These two kids are a lot of inspiration for me. I hope not to get bored with it, which seems to become a series. Still untitled, however.
I was thinking, looking at the image, of how much freer and happier the times of my childhood were compared to today's childhood. But will it be like this or is it just an adult vision? One thing is certain. The world was smaller, the space around the house was wild enough for explorations of all kinds and, above all, we were always outside, without too many commitments, less controlled, without a cell phone and with the keys in the lock on the front door.
I found this musical mashup and found it interesting. Not many DJ can mix songs in a good way. I prefer one song at a time if this happens.
Bob Marley and Billy Idol - "With a Rebel Yell, She Cried, 'Don't Give Up the Fight'"
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You have no engagements, commitments, obligations, or duties; no special ambitions and only the smallest, least complicated of wants; you exist in a tranquil tedium, serenely beyond the reach of exasperation, “far removed from the seats of strife,” as the early explorer and botanist William Bartram put it. All that is required of you is a willingness to trudge.
There is no point in hurrying because you are not actually going anywhere. However far or long you plod, you are always in the same place: in the woods. It’s where you were yesterday, where you will be tomorrow. The woods is one boundless singularity. Every bend in the path presents a prospect indistinguishable from every other, every glimpse into the trees the same tangled mass. For all you know, your route could describe a very large, pointless circle. In a way, it would hardly matter.
-- Bill Bryson
If you see a married couple still in love through the
years, you may think how lucky they are.
But in marital relations, there is no such thing as
luck.
They made many compromises, they overlooked each others faults.
They forgave many mistakes, and endured many problems.
They spent years learning to understand one another.
Love has never been a matter of luck, its a mutual giving
compromise, shared dreams, care, respect, mercy and patience.
*Thank you Adrian for sticking with this bag of bones for decades....I love the new home, I love the beautiful gardens you masterfully set down, and I love you.
*No landmark, taken at our new beautiful home!
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*Back Ground Texture from ANNA LEIBMAN
for now our children are being fashioned into commodities, if you don't believe me, just search the terms, "human capital"
01/18, 2018 : Emirates orders 36 A380s worth US$ 16 billion. The additional Airbus A380s will be delivered to Emirates from 2020 onwards. Together with the airline’s 101-strong A380 fleet and its current order backlog for 41 aircraft, this new order brings Emirates’ commitment to the A380 programme to 178 aircraft, worth over US$ 60 billion.
Questo murales è dedicato agli operatori sanitari dell'Ospedale Luigi Sacco e a tutti i cittadini di Quarto Oggiaro (Milano) per il loro impegno durante l'emergenza COVID 19.
This mural is dedicated to the health workers of the Luigi Sacco Hospital and to all citizens of Quarto Oggiaro (Milan) for their commitment during the COVID 19 emergency.
Autumn in the Jardin de Luxembourg
This is again an attempt to photograph people and daily life in Paris in a way that keep the anonymity of the person. I will post soon some examples where people are recognizable. Here I was fascinated by the light on the chairs and his way of raking the leaves
This Arctic Tern is bringing a fish back for its mate to show that it will be a reliable partner in raising some young terns. The terns are nesting at Potter Marsh now and soon they'll be bringing fish for the chicks. These birds are amazing for flying almost pole to pole as they migrate each year.
Taken 13 May 2020 at Potter Marsh, Alaska.
There are only two options regarding commitment.
You're either in or out.
There's no such thing as a life in-between.
{ Pat Riley }
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I got the heads up that 1943 ‘The Spirit of Union Pacific’ would be on the point of UP’s daily Lathrop-bound intermodal out of Los Angeles. Due to prior commitments, I made it trackside just in time to see it roll by me, so without a second thought, I gave chase. I was confident that somewhere along the line I would get good sunlight on it, but 100 miles later Mother Nature made sure there’d be no chance of that with high clouds coming into the picture just as the line turned west. Although I was a bit disappointment, I was glad I was able to get out on the road and railfan, even if it was only for 3 hours.
UP 1943 strains against grade as it climbs out of the Mojave Sink and toward Tehachapi summit only a few miles away.
Fort Langley Community Hall c.1932
Historical Fort Langley, located on the Fraser River
British Columbia, Canada
Blue hour image.
Fort Langley Community Hall (9167 Glover Crescent) was designed by a prominent Vancouver architect, Archibald Campbell Hope, and constructed in 1931.
Fort Langley Community Hall is recognized for its landmark status as well as its historic, social and aesthetic significance to the Township.
Through volunteer commitment, the Hall has and continues to accommodate a variety of social, including weddings, athletic, public and business events.
Fort Langley is a village community forming part of the Township of Langley in British Columbia, Canada. It has a population of 3,400. It is the home of Fort Langley National Historic Site, a former fur trade post of the Hudson's Bay Company. Lying on the Fraser River, Fort Langley is at the northern edge of the Township of Langley. (Wikipedia)
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My coat, still in the January mirror.
My heart, tense and vicious. One word and life is being tossed in my ventricular system wandering far from commitments and courtrooms, always distracted by that intriguing, mysterious light over there. What is it?
It looks like a new kind of hunger.
I’m sorry to leave this important convo, but i need to know.
A new beginning is nearly here.
“Like the legend of the Phoenix
All ends with beginnings
What keeps the planets spinning (uh)
The force from the beginning
We've come too far to give up who we are
So let's raise the bar and our cups to the stars
She's up all night to the sun
I'm up all night to get some
She's up all night for good fun
I'm up all night to get lucky”
Daft Punk - Get Lucky
A couple of summers ago, I witnessed the most meaningful ceremony I've ever seen. My friend G married her longtime love. And before I go on... a word about their love.
It's something you can feel when you walk into their house. It emanates... not just from them, but from the house itself... the furniture... the animals... the garden... the bric a brac. Entering that house is like walking into some big yellow-warm sunshine embrace; it is nothing short of palpable. And seeing them together is even more powerful.
These are two people who just so clearly delight in each other's company. Like all of us, they have their share of less than stellar days, but they're strong for each other, they support one another, they complement each other... and, like I said, when you see them together, you can't help but share a little hiccup in your heart... a skip-step of giddiness. In short, if ever two people should be married, G and her love were those two people. And they're both from backgrounds that value marriage; that see it as the highest expression of togetherness.
But there was one more factor at play that made their wedding the specialest occasion. Until that year, they had not had the legal right to marry. Why? Because G and her One True Love are women. To which I say... So fucking what??
Marriage, as I understand it, is all about love and commitment. And no two people were ever more in love or more committed.
And to those who argue same-sex marriage somehow undermines the so-called sanctity of the so-called institution of marriage... I say heterosexual couples... with their soaring divorce rates, and rampant infidelity, and vicious child-custody disputes... are doing that themselves.
Besides. Why should anyone's choice of who to love... or who to marry... be anyone else's business? As long as no one's being victimized, what's the problem?
One of the arguments advanced here in Canada, where same-sex marriage is legal (for the time being, anyway)... is that, if THIS is okay, then what's next? Polygamy?
To which I say... what's the hairy issue with polygamy? If three people (or four or five or whatever) choose to form a legal bond and raise their family collectively... again, as long as no one's being victimized... what is the problem?
Oh, say the critics, but polygamy's tied to child abuse. Uh, right. That's the same thing they say about same-sex unions... based on their ludicrous assumption that all homosexuals are somehow pedophiles, or sex fiends. Ridiculous.
I've heard otherwise rational men say... I'd never go to a gay male doctor.
To which I say.... don't flatter yourself. Just because a man may be in a love with another man, that doesn't mean he's uncontrollably flinging himself at every damned man who walks through the door. I mean... I have a straight male doctor. That means... oooooohhhh.... gasp.... he has sex with women!!!! But that has absolutely nothing to do with him examining me in his professional capacity.
We have a polygamist sect here in British Columbia, and it's under near-constant scrutiny for child abuse. The allegation is that very young girls are married off to men, against their will.
To which I say... if that's the case, it's child abuse, for sure. But it's an entirely separate issue from the marital status of the parents involved.
Sorry if I'm ranting here, but this whole issue gets my knickers in a major twist. I think it's because... as one of those kids who was teased and taunted for simply being who I was... I sort of understand what it must be like to face such senseless discrimination.
We have today, in too many parts of North America, a culture that says... while most other forms of organized hate and discrimination are frowned upon... it's okay to ostracize and mistreat people... solely on the basis of who they love.
It's insane. I mean... I remember when I first encountered boys. There was an instant ZING! From that time on, I pretty much always had a crush on some boy or other and... lucky me... I was part of a majority, so having those feelings was a-okay.
The gay and lesbian people I've talked to had similar experiences somewhere in their lives.... where they felt that overwhelming sense of attraction and excitement and curiosity. But... unlucky them, they were part of a minority, and made to think that what they felt was somehow bad or wrong.
I'm on this topic today because our federal government (recently elected and right wing) is threatening to undo the same-sex marriage law. This is just the latest in a string of reversals that's included:
- killing the nearly-enacted bill that would've decriminalized marijuana
- killing an agreement with aboriginal people that would've finally begun addressing the deplorable conditions many of them live in
- reversing the country's commitment to do its part to address climate change, and
- killing a multi-year agreement with the provinces that would've made child care somewhat more affordable and accessible.
In the government's eyes, child care is bad. I mean, everyone knows mommies should stay home with their babies while daddies work. Climate change is just a bunch of made-up garbage; after all, those scientists are all a bunch of liberals. Aboriginal people... notwithstanding the fact that white people stole their land, stuck them on reserves, legislated away their rights and tore a whole generation of children away from their families and communities... Notwithstanding that, "those people" are just lazy; they just need to pull themselves up by their bootstraps. As for marijuana... well, we all know it's FAR more harmful than booze, which government not only endorses but shamelessly profits from. I mean... just look at all the domestic strife, and public brawls, and armed standoffs, and traffic carnage caused by those crazed, violent potheads. And those humsexuals... well. We can't deport them 'cause they're from here (darnit anyway). But we sure as hell owe it to the citizenry to make sure they're denied the most fundamental of human rights... the right to freely love.
I'm sorry if this is a downer but I'm sick at heart for my country today. I fear where we're going and I feel so helpless... watching our common sense progress slip away.
I guess I should just be glad that G and her One True Love are already married... and no one... not even right wing governments... can take what they have away from them.
Sometimes I get lucky. This pair did not notice me standing with my tripod. They swam up close, completely undisturbed. Their gift presentation was also a gift to me; Clark's Grebes; Aechmophorus clarkii; Santa Margarita Lake; CA; USA
Friedensreich Hundertwasser (1928–2000)
Painter, architecture doctor, ecological activist and philosopher
The work of Friedensreich Hundertwasser (born Friedrich Stowasser in Vienna) is one of the most important contributions in the art history of post-war modernism. As an important member of the international avant-garde in Paris in the 1950s, he developed his unique visual language. One of the central motifs of his colorful picture world is the spiral.
If today Hundertwasser is considered one of the most popular European artists of our time, his graphic work has made a great contribution. His goal in the art of graphics was to create variations within one edition, with the result that each sheet of an edition is unique, different in color and design from all others.
Hundertwasser's commitment to a more human architecture in harmony with nature and his visionary ecological commitment developed from his belief in the power of nature and individual creativity. Since the 1980s, he has been realizing architectural projects in which there is the window right and tree tenants, the uneven floor, forests on the roof and spontaneous vegetation. His buildings testify to his commitment to diversity instead of monotony, for romanticism, for the organic and for unregulated irregularities, for spontaneous vegetation and for living in harmony with nature.
At the center of his ecological activities were tree planting and greening campaigns, the restoration of natural cycles, the protection of water and the fight for a waste-free society.
He disseminated his socio-critical and ecological positions with manifestos, letters, speeches and public demonstrations in which he criticized the pure functionality of all areas of life, the uninhibited growth doctrine and the adaptation to social conformism.
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Particular entity
Existence affirmed
Web of belief
The image's aesthetic qualities—its colors, textures, and composition—are part of one set of beliefs, while the flower's biological properties—its species, its life cycle—are part of another.
"To be is to be the value of a bound variable." - Willard van Orman Quine
Nikon Nikkor 55mm f1.2 Reversed
Because several family commitments and a lot of work these last few months I could not devote much time to get out and enjoy taking pictures.
This April I begin to share with you my new photographic objectives.
I hope you enjoy it.
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While everyone and their brother was out chasing the KCS 4006 on the CN, we hung out on the Ottumwa Sub for the day. I had pondered going home after commitments on Saturday in southern Iowa, but after the boys reaction to this heritage unit, I was glad we stayed. A 25th anniversary unit leads this Chiles, KY, empty working west from Galesburg to Lincoln. The train is about 150 miles from the next crew change point at Creston. We gave chase as the train rolls thru the hogback west of Lockridge along highway 34.
1M10 Glasgow Central to London Euston. Pride in the Clyde Valley. Class 390 Pendolino (Progress) Carries vinyls on all 11 carriages to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community. They were applied in August 2020, and the train named 'Progress' in October that year. More commonly known as The Pride Train, it highlights Avanti West Coast's progressive commitment to diversity and inclusion. Seen here heading south on The WCML on a glorious April morning.
Welcome to Helnan Palestine Hotel at Montaza Park, in Alexandria, Egypt.
The civic & social center of Alexandria, known for its commitment to excellence in service & hospitality, Helnan Palestine hotel is a five star deluxe hotel, situated in a unique location and embracing the Mediterranean and providing harmonious scenery.
The vast magnificent gifts of nature, 350 acres of gardens and golden sandy beaches surround its bay.
The hotel faces one of the most famous historical landmarks in Alexandria, "Montaza Royal Palace" which was once the site where the late Egyptian royal family vacationed.
My beloved wife brought from Madrid to the beach some decorative white stones to build a heart on the beach.
She had a very good idea and I enjoyed taking this picture at midday. The contrast between the white little stones and the wet brown sand was really appealing.
This image symbolizes our strong love and commitment. My wife is giving an uncountable and priceless meaning to my life, even more in the sad situation I am living currently due to several circumstances.
I hope you like this heart and I wish you a good Saturday wherever you are!
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Corazón en la playa, Parque Regional de Calblanque, Cartagena, Murcia, España
Mi amada esposa trajo desde Madrid a la playa unas piedras blancas decorativas para construir un corazón en la playa.
Tuvo una muy bonita idea y disfruté tomando esta foto al mediodía. El contraste entre las pequeñas piedras blancas y la arena marrón mojada era realmente atractivo.
Esta imagen simboliza nuestro fuerte amor y compromiso. Mi esposa está dando un significado incontable e incalculable a mi vida, más aún en la triste situación que estoy viviendo actualmente debido a varias circunstancias.
Espero que os guste este corazón y os deseo un buen sábado donde quiera que estéis!
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Europe, Portugal, Algarve, Sotavento, Olhão, Avenida Bernardinho da Silva, Crossing, Pedestrians (uncut)
The Avenida Dr. Bernardino da Silva, one of Olhão boulevards, was built in 1926 and remodeled in 1988.The traditional ‘pedras portuguesas’ were ofcourse used for the pavement. The avenue was named after a former Olhão celebrity (Vila Real de Sto António 1856 - Olhão 1916) . He held the positions of doctor of the Maritime Commitment, Municipal Doctor and Deputy Delegate of Health. He was also a lover of music and wrote "Music: its influence and employment".
Shot with the compact Lumix LX7 in Raw and 16:9 format with the tiltable LVF2 electronic viewfinder mounted.
This is number 56 of the Olhão & Ilha Culatra album and 60 of LX7.
The last time I visited St Justinians in Pembrokeshire, Wales there was only one life boat station, which had existed since 1869. It closed in 2016 and during its active life the crews saved more than 360 lives at sea from 420 launches. It has been a listed building since 1992 which means it cannot be demolished or substantially altered without prior approval from the local authority.
Construction of the new station alongside began in 2014. It opened in 2016 and provided all the most modern equipment necessary to carry out rescue operations at sea.
Like several other essential rescue organizations in Great Britain, the RNLI is not funded by the Government and most of their revenue comes from charitable donations. The most important aspect of its operation are the staff who crew the lifeboats. Virtually all of them are volunteers who give up their time to go to the help of people in distress at sea. They can be called out when required 24 hours a day 365 days a year no matter what the weather. The bravery and commitment of the crews is undisputed. Selfless men and women all of them and as a society we are lucky to have them!
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Good morning to all my Flickr family and friends. One of two shots taken from my window today. I am busy with family commitments most of today so blessings to each of you, thanks for visiting:
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The performances of the Italian flag throwers “Sbandieratori” evoke certain aspects of military life during the Middle Ages and the Humanism, showing the charm of an ancient discipline. Harmony, Force, Commitment, Strictness are the values of this sporting art which are renewed every day as the group trains and performs with energy and enthusiasm. The performance quality and team spirit are the basis of the work added to a modern approach and the passion of its young athletes, bringing to life the prestigious art of flag throwing.
THE ALLURE OF Montana is like a commitment to a narcotic; you can never use it up or get enough of it. Its wilderness areas probably resemble the earth on the first day of creation.
—James Lee Burke
The climate change that the planet is suffering is warning us all that if something is not done now, there will come a time that will have no remedy, once again the scientific community has made it clear this week that we are not doing enough to limit global warming, climate change is not fiction or exaggeration, we must act now or never! Unless all governments change their energy policies, the planet will be uninhabitable, the UN chief warns, accusing some government and business leaders of lying about their commitments to reduce their use of fossil fuels and switch to clean energy. Although it is a critical situation and with a lot of pessimism, according to some studies, there are still reasons not to lose hope to try to remedy this serious problem, which affects and will affect many generations... let's act now! Let's tell those who rule that we want a sustainable world!
I encourage you all to contribute to this cause for the good of all of us.
As always, there will be many different opinions and thoughts on this, and everyone is respectable, but I think we can all agree that the earth is our home... and the home must be taken care of, right? ... because otherwise this will be .... Hell on earth!
Thank you all for your comments and fav!
"A lifetime in ink" typically refers to the idea of having a lifetime commitment to tattoos. Getting a tattoo is a permanent decision, as the ink is embedded in the skin. Tattoos often hold personal significance and can serve as a form of self-expression or a way to commemorate important events, beliefs, or loved ones.
The phrase might also imply the accumulation of various tattoos over the course of a person's lifetime. Each tattoo could represent different experiences, milestones, or phases in one's life. Some people view their bodies as a canvas, and each tattoo tells a unique story.
No matter how close you are nobody takes any notice of a mobile phone.
Last year I started a Kestrel project as they had had 4 successful nests in the nesting box we put up. Although it started off really well, in the end it failed, due to aldultery, domestic violence, and lack of commitment of the Kestrel couple. Read all about it here.
So I tried to pick up the project this year, but allas, again the couple decided to stay 'dinkies' for another year.
So here is one more of last year's session. Was really happy with daddy Kestrel flying straight towards me and with prey as an added bonus!
Keep your fingers crossed for next year!
Canon EOS-1D X Mark II
EF600mm f/4L IS II USM
ISO 800, f6.3, 1/2500s
The humanly side of photography contains at least three elements:
subjectivity
creativity
human initiative
If you going to purchase a camera and lenses you should try to be a photographer; however, for some (photographers?) laziness replaces human initiative.
Palace Theatre London The Commitments Musical
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