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This photograph encapsulates the timeless grandeur of the Hungarian Parliament in Budapest, an architectural masterpiece that has borne witness to the ebb and flow of Hungary's history. The focal point of the image is the chamber where the nation's elected representatives convene to deliberate and cast their votes on matters of national importance. The solemnity of the setting echoes with the voices of generations past, who, like those in the present, have participated in shaping the destiny of Hungary. The ornate details and the resonating aura of the chamber symbolize the enduring dedication to democratic governance within the embrace of history.
After thousands of years encapsulated as ice in the Breiðamerkurjökull glacier, these icebergs finally begin the end of the journey out to sea, across Jökulsárlón lake, Iceland.
The black layers in the iceberg are formed by layers of volcanic ash, compressed by the weight of the ice.
The lake has only recently formed in the last 60 years and has reportedly doubled in size in just the last 15 years, to around 6.9 square miles. The lake is now the deepest in Iceland, at a staggering 248 Metres.
The whole lake freezes over in winter and the icebergs freeze in place. It's an amazing place to visit and if you were to only see one thing in Iceland, this would be my recommmendation.
Thanks for the comments, faves and visits
This captivating image encapsulates the raw beauty and dynamic energy of the Pacific Grove coastline in California. The foreground is dominated by the dramatic interplay between the restless ocean and rugged shoreline. Foamy waves crash against weathered rocks, creating a mesmerizing display of nature's power and persistence.
In the middle distance, a solitary sailboat glides across the steel-gray waters, its white sail a stark contrast against the muted palette of sea and sky. This peaceful vessel offers a sense of human presence and adventure amidst the wild seascape.
The sky above is alive with motion as seabirds wheel and soar, their silhouettes dark against the overcast sky. These aerial acrobats add a sense of freedom and wildness to the scene, perfectly complementing the untamed spirit of the ocean below.
The misty, cool atmosphere typical of Monterey Bay suffuses the entire image, creating a sense of mystery and timelessness. This photograph beautifully captures the essence of Pacific Grove's coastal charm - a place where the boundaries between land, sea, and sky blur, and where nature's majesty is on full display.
For visitors and locals alike, this scene serves as a poignant reminder of the breathtaking beauty that defines California's central coast, inviting contemplation of our place within the grand tapestry of the natural world.
This image encapsulates the melancholy of a once-thriving home now consumed by nature’s relentless march. The overgrown vegetation creeping over the structure symbolizes nature reclaiming its space, while the serene yet haunting ambiance evokes a sense of lost dreams and forgotten histories.
AI creation
Canon EOS 6D - f/7.1 - 1/125sec - 100mm - ISO 320
encapsulated vitamins + sunlight !
- for challenge Flickr group Macro Mondays, theme Remedy.
- soft-gels
All modern soft-gel encapsulation uses variations of a process developed by R. P. Scherer in 1933. His innovation was to use a rotary die to produce the capsules, with the filling taking place by blow molding. This method reduced wastage, and was the first process to yield capsules with highly repeatable dosage.
Softgels can be an effective delivery system for oral drugs, especially poorly soluble drugs. This is because the fill can contain liquid ingredients that help increase solubility or permeability of the drug across the membranes in the body. Liquid ingredients are difficult to include in any other solid dosage form such as a tablet.
Winter hit hard a couple of weeks ago. Awoke to find the village encapsulated under a heavy, wet blanket of snow. Not the light and fluffy sort. Rather the "heart attack" variety as it's known here as folks sometimes succumb when they attempt to shovel it. If were lucky, the sun emerges the morning after a winter storm passes. In these first moments is when breathtaking scenes emerge. On this morning the full Currier & Ives effect was on full display, with snow coating every single twig and branch. As I walked into the backyard I found that once again, Mother Nature had transformed the ordinary into the extraordinary. And all under the feeble December sun which hung depressingly low in the midday sky. It put me in mind of the sun the way kids draw it in pictures with crayons. Shooting out rays in all directions. There's an astounding clarity of the air and brilliance on days like this. It's actually perceivable through the camera lens. It's like switching from SD to HDTV. I tend to growl and grit my teeth through winter storms, particularly while driving. But the kid in me always emerges, at least for a while, as I explore their aftermath.
The eye-catching tenement artwork by celebrated street artist Sam Bates – better known as “smug” – encapsulates the vibrancy of this iconic community and focuses on the future while embracing a proud past.
And in a touching tribute to Govan Housing Association’s late management committee member Georgie Hay, it has been announced that the girl featured would be known as Georgie.
Former chair and secretary, Georgie served Govan Housing Association for a remarkable 42 years until her death in January this year and “would never be forgotten” by the Association, its tenants and the Govan community.
Located not far from Govan Cross and easily seen on the way into the city centre, the mural depicts a young girl bending down to pick a daffodil.
The daffodil has a connection to Govan thanks to the popularising of the flower by 19th century Govanite and horticulture expert Peter Barr who was known as “Govan’s Daffodil King”.
After his death, The Royal Horticultural Society established the Peter Barr Memorial Cup, still awarded annually to those who have done great work in the service of daffodils.
Additionally, and with a nod to Govan’s world-beating maritime heritage, shipyards feature in the background. Importantly, a wide-ranging community consultation was carried out about what local people would like to see in the mural.
Govan Housing Association pays tribute to former chair with 50th anniversary mural
The Govan Housing team celebrate the completion of the artwork
The artwork is seen as an entirely fitting gift to the community from Govan Housing Association because it embraces its “building the future, preserving the past” ethos.
The work by smug was created under the auspices of SWG3 and “Yardworks” – the renowned Glasgow creative hub and arts venue which aims to bring street art to a wider audience and is based directly across the river from Govan in Yorkhill.
The mural sits above the colourful Riverside Hall community gardens and is sure to become a popular city visual landmark.
A rich tapestry of early Tasmanian history is encapsulated at Brickendon. It displays a story of the Archer family, of assigned convicts and free workers and the beginnings of Australia's pastoral and agricultural industry.
Brickendon is one of Tasmania's oldest farming properties, settled in 1824 by William Archer, the farm has been continuously operated and lived on by his direct descendents, now in their 7th generation.
In July 2010, Brickendon Estate along with its neighbouring property, Woolmers Estate were listed jointly as a World Heritage Site being part of the Australian Convict Sites World Heritage Property.
The two Estates are regarded as the most significant rural estates in Australia having the second largest number of convict workers and still retaining a living history from early European settlement to the present day.
The stunning rural landscape, magnificent heritage gardens, amazing collection of convict constructed buildings, family history and memorabilia are all to be enjoyed by visitors and cottage guests.
As Marg has 10 convict ancestors, including 2 First Fleeters, as well as Marine Corps and early free settlers (in Sydney, Norfolk Island and then Tasmania) visiting Brickendon for us was an extraordinary opportunity of discovery and deeply-felt connection with her roots.
Seasonal juxtaposition encapsulates the striking interplay between two contrasting seasons within a single moment or scene. It's the sight of vibrant autumn leaves scattered against a backdrop of freshly fallen snow, or the scent of spring flowers blooming amidst the lingering chill of winter. This juxtaposition creates a unique visual and sensory experience, highlighting the beauty of transition and the coexistence of opposites. It evokes a sense of wonder and introspection, reminding us of the cyclical nature of time and the ever-changing tapestry of life. In these moments, we witness the harmonious dance of past and future, of endings and beginnings, all within the same frame of existence.
"Every new beginning comes from some other beginning's end" - Semisonic "Closing Time"
A great adventure into the unknown. The swiss climbing duo I ran into on my way here were inspiring. I had to come here at first light to get this cave nearly to myself, I had found it the day before solo exploring an edge of Vatnajokull - the largest glacier in Iceland. This was taken on a 70-200, single shot... interestingly enough it was my favorite because I can feel the massive case of ice that encapsulates and surround me in this picture. I only wish I had discovered this earlier in the year before the "guides" trampled and disfigured it. As a side note - I do not suggest that anyone does solo-glacier travel. This was extraordinarily dangerous, and I was actually fortunate on this trip that when one of my crampons broke there was a nice guide (in the lower right of the picture) that had a spare bracket for my footplates. I'll be moving forward with a more technical pair of crampons next glacial adventure...
The Croak Constant encapsulates the interaction between incident spectral light, biological absorption by the amphibian and the optical scattering introduced by vintage lens bokeh. This expression highlights the convergence of physical optics and biological processes in a single conceptual framework:
K_c = (L_λ × σ_a × S_b) / Φ_c
Where:
K_c = Croak constant (arbitrary units)
L_λ = Spectral luminance at wavelength λ (light intensity)
σ_a = amphibian absorption spectrum (skin light absorption)
S_b = Bokeh scattering coefficient (vintage lens optical effect)
Φ_c = Biological photon efficiency (rate of conversion to croak energy)
Note: Amphibian = Green frog (Lithobates clamitans), West Quebec, Canada
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Macro Mondays theme: Single Use
Backlit array of 100% cotton wool hydro-encapsulated double faced pads.
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One from a splendid morning walking through the amazing Dinorwic Quarry in North Wales. Got a little distracted by the conditions looking out towards Anglesey.
What better image to encapsulate the grandeur and diversity of The Golden State than a desert Joshua Tree in Death Valley National Park with the snow capped mountains of the Sierra Nevada bordering Sequoia National Park looming in the background? This might be one of my favorite photographs that I've ever had the pleasure of capturing. I knew that Joshua Trees grew in Death Valley but I knew that they were rare. I knew that the part of the park where they grew was remote and had the Sierra Nevada Mountains looming over them. I hoped to get some sort of image combining the two. As we drove out of the park with a glowing and glowing sunset above us, I caught this glimpse of perfection, jumped out of the car, and got exactly what I was hoping for.
️- In Death Valley National Park, you are on Shoshone land. #FindYourPark
- shot on a #sonya7riv, #shotwithhoya’s polarizer with a 70-300 mm lens. Edited in #Lightroom. @lightroom
Canon EOS 6D - f/7.1 - 1/125sec - 100mm - ISO 320
- second choice for challenge Flickr group Macro Mondays,
theme Remedy.
- soft-gels
All modern soft-gel encapsulation uses variations of a process developed by R. P. Scherer in 1933. His innovation was to use a rotary die to produce the capsules, with the filling taking place by blow molding. This method reduced wastage, and was the first process to yield capsules with highly repeatable dosage.
Softgels can be an effective delivery system for oral drugs, especially poorly soluble drugs. This is because the fill can contain liquid ingredients that help increase solubility or permeability of the drug across the membranes in the body. Liquid ingredients are difficult to include in any other solid dosage form such as a tablet.
This photo encapsulates much of the capital of Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar. It is a city with a population of over a million.
Blocks of apartments are being constructed everywhere but there is still the occasional ger (round tent characteristic of Mongolia) (seen in the foreground).
Infrastructure is generally poor. Potholes are common in the roads.
Muddy's of Second Life recently held an event this past weekend that encapsulated Woodstock in 1969 true to form. Rain and all! It was an outstanding party with great music, friends and fun!
♫🎧♫ With A Little Help From My Friends - Joe Cocker
What would you think if I sang out of tune?
Would you stand up and walk out on me?
Lend me your ears and I'll sing you a song
And I'll try not to sing out of key
Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends
Mmm, I get high with a little help from my friends
Ooh, I'm gonna try with a little help from my friends
What do I do when my love is away?
(Does it worry you to be alone?)
How does it feel by the end of the day?
(Are you sad because you're on your own?)
No, I get by with a little help from my friends
Mm, I get high with a little help from my friends
Ooh, I'm gonna try with a little help from my friends
Do you need anybody?
I need somebody to love
(Could it be anybody?)
I want somebody to love
Yes, I'm certain that it happens all the time
(What do you see when you turn out the light?)
I can't tell you but I know it's mine
Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends
Mm, I get high with a little help from my friends
Ooh, I'm gonna try with a little help from my friends
Do you need anybody?
I just need someone to love
(Could it be anybody?)
I want somebody to love
Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends
Mm, I'm gonna try with a little help from my friends
Ooh, I get high with a little help from my friends
Yes, I get by with a little help from my friends
With a little help from my friends!
Thank you Muddy's and thank you Brett Winchester, Hayden, Sophia and Jade! and the many more who know who they were!
The ice doesn't reach Point Betsie Lighthouse, however it coats the landscape all around it. This was the best I've seen there.
Explored. Peaked at 162
I very rarely use a tripod for shooting macro as my images are generally hand held spur-of-the-moment captures made in good natural light. However, on this occasion I set up my camera on a small table-top sized tripod, and shot some images using a cable release to cope with the slow shutter speed. My desk top lamp provided the main source of light, and a small led torch added the blue accents.
I did find it rather difficult to get in as close as I normally do shooting hand held, as these sporophytes were in a planting pot which I had to balance on props to meet the lowest height of the tripod and jut of three extension rings plus lens. The upside was that I could extend the exposure time without fear of camera shake or wind movement.
This was shot on my iphone and encapsulates(aside from picture quality) everything i love about photography.
Firstly,i went back two hours later with a proper camera and it was all gone which is fine and its that gone in an intstant thing that i find fascinating.
Secondly,for me,the questions this picture are never ending.Have they just got the 7 pairs each?If so what do they do wash day?Is it one a day?Is this a Monday morning event every week?Whoever put them up must be ex Army or something given the prescision!
I will be going back next Monday to see of that you can be sure.
1932 Chevrolet Confederate Series BA
General Motors marketed the Chevy Confederate as the 'Baby Cadillac' and shared many design similarities to its larger, more expensive, and more exclusive sibling. It wore a Cadillac-style integrated radiator shell, a longer hood, new deep crown front fenders encapsulating 18-inch wire wheels, and chrome-plated rectangular opening doors to cool the engine in the hood sides instead of louvers. Deluxe models, which added approximately $20 to the base price, added chrome-plated door louvers. The list of standard amenities included a tilting non-glare windshield, an adjustable seat, and a built-in sun visor. The six-cylinder engine displaced 194 cubic-inches, had 5.2:1 compression, overhead valves, solid valve lifters, and developed 60 horsepower. The one-barrel downdraft carburetor and counter-balanced crankshaft were new features for 1932, endowing the engine with ten additional horsepower over the previous year. The engine was backed by a three-speed manual synchromesh transmission with a single plate clutch and floor shift controls. This was the first year that synchromesh transmission was offered in all three forward gears. Mechanical features included the semi-floating rear axle, Selective Free-Wheeling (first offered in 1932), and an added frame cross-member to aid in ride comfort. Free wheeling allowed the car to coast when the driver took their foot off the accelerator pedal, offering greater fuel economy. Customers soon found the lack of downhill engine braking to be more harrowing than it was worth and the option soon fell out of favor.
The interiors had gas gauges located on the dashboard, plus additional gauges with a circular shape and dark-colored faces.
Factory literature claimed a top speed of 70-mph and period Chevrolet advertising stated 'Looming larger every day as the Great American Value.'
The 1932 Chevrolet Confederate Series BA rested on a comfortable 109-inch wheelbase and rode on 18x5.25 tires. Its wheelbase was slightly longer than the Ford Model 18 which measured 106-inches and both the Chevy and Ford price ranges were nearly identical. 1932 was the first year that Ford switched from the four-cylinder power to the flathead V8 offering 65 horsepower from its 221 cubic-inch displacement. The Fords had all-steel bodies, while the Chevrolets had the solid Fisher Body using wood and steel framing construction, plus a more rigid chassis structure and hard-rubber engine mounts affording the Chevy a smooth and refined ride at a reasonable cost. Closing a Chevy door framed in wood had a favorable and solid 'thunk' while the Ford and had a 'tiny clank.' Buyers preferred the solid nature, styling, affordability, and amenities of the Chevy, resulting in 306,716 examples built during the calendar year compared to Ford's production of 287,285 units.
Body styles and Price
The Fisher-built bodies included a roadster priced at $445, a sport roadster at $485, a coupe and five-window coupe at $490, a phaeton and coach at $495, and a sport coupe at $535. The Deluxe five-window coupe listed for $510 and the Deluxe coach was priced at $515. A five-passenger coupe was $575, the sedan at $590, and the convertible at $595. The most expensive body styles were the special sedan at $615 and the landau phaeton at $625. The special sedan was equipped with front and rear bumpers, dome light, silk assist cords, and a robe rail.
Production
The most popular body style was the two-door coach with seating for five, with 132,109 examples built. The second most popular body style was the special sedan with 52,446 units built, followed by 34,796 examples of the five-window coupe, 27,718 of the sedan, and 26,623 of the Deluxe five-window coupe. The most exclusive was the phaeton with 419 examples built, followed by 1,118 of the roadster, 1,602 of the landau phaeton, 2,226 of the sport coupe, 7,566 coupes, 8,552 of the sport roadster, and 8,874 of the sport roadster. 9,346 examples were Deluxe Coach.
Optional Equipment
The list of optional equipment was extensive, catering to popularity features that buyers preferred including single and dual side mount tires, a standard and deluxe tire cover plus metal tire covers, heater, outside mirror, pedestal mirror, trunk rack, dual horns, cowl lights, and fender well or rear tire lock. The list of Deluxe equipment that added comfort and a level of distinction included armrests, assist cords, curtains for the rear and rear quarter windows, a vanity case, chrome hood louvers, and two ashtrays.
The Confederate Series BA was Chevrolet's only model for 1932, albeit with 'Special and 'Deluxe' body styles. The company had used the single model theme since 1924, but for 1933 their lineup included the Standard Mercury (Series CC) and the Master Eagle (Series CA), both with six-cylinder power. The Standard had a 181 cubic-inch six with 60 horsepower and the Master had 194 CID with 5 additional horsepower. The Master rested on a 110-inch wheelbase while the Standard Mercury was three-inches shorter. Prices on the Master ranged from $485 to $565 and consisted of eight body styles, while the Standard prices ranged from $445 to $475 and included three body styles. The Master Eagle had an airplane-type dashboard and the Standard Mercury had safety plate glass. The Master Eagle proved to be far more popular with 450,530 examples built compared to the 35,848 of the Standard Mercury. The total production was 486,378 representing a significant increase from the 1932 model year. This trend would continue into the years that followed, with 556,666 (model year production; calendar year production: 620,726) examples built in 1934 and 544,457 (model year production; calendar year production of 793,437) in 1935.
Chevrolet would continue to use six-cylinder power, and two model lineup throughout the 1930s and into the 1940s, with wheelbase sizes that remained fairly consistent, growing to 116-inches by 1941.
If there was one building that could encapsulate the Parisian feel of Potts Point it would be the Macleay Regis at 12 Macleay Street.
The iconic Art Deco unit block is central to Macleay Street and is distinguished as one of Australia’s finest heritage buildings. Its grand foyer and elaborate features have been home to the upper echelons of Sydney society, many of whom have lived in the ‘Regis for decades.
The Macleay Regis oozes old-world glamour from every one of its ten floors. Read on to find out about the origins of this charming architectural gem.
I think this photo encapsulates what I love most about Scotland. It is the wonderful views amazing range of colours, and also the total solitude and peace . There never ever seems to be anyone else about, certainly in the far north! I always seem to revert to vertical shots given a choice!!
This Richmond Fontaine track seemed fine, and is what I'm doing at present, just dreaming!!!
1932 Chevrolet Confederate Series BA
General Motors marketed the Chevy Confederate as the 'Baby Cadillac' and shared many design similarities to its larger, more expensive, and more exclusive sibling. It wore a Cadillac-style integrated radiator shell, a longer hood, new deep crown front fenders encapsulating 18-inch wire wheels, and chrome-plated rectangular opening doors to cool the engine in the hood sides instead of louvers. Deluxe models, which added approximately $20 to the base price, added chrome-plated door louvers. The list of standard amenities included a tilting non-glare windshield, an adjustable seat, and a built-in sun visor. The six-cylinder engine displaced 194 cubic-inches, had 5.2:1 compression, overhead valves, solid valve lifters, and developed 60 horsepower. The one-barrel downdraft carburetor and counter-balanced crankshaft were new features for 1932, endowing the engine with ten additional horsepower over the previous year. The engine was backed by a three-speed manual synchromesh transmission with a single plate clutch and floor shift controls. This was the first year that synchromesh transmission was offered in all three forward gears. Mechanical features included the semi-floating rear axle, Selective Free-Wheeling (first offered in 1932), and an added frame cross-member to aid in ride comfort. Free wheeling allowed the car to coast when the driver took their foot off the accelerator pedal, offering greater fuel economy. Customers soon found the lack of downhill engine braking to be more harrowing than it was worth and the option soon fell out of favor.
The interiors had gas gauges located on the dashboard, plus additional gauges with a circular shape and dark-colored faces.
Factory literature claimed a top speed of 70-mph and period Chevrolet advertising stated 'Looming larger every day as the Great American Value.'
The 1932 Chevrolet Confederate Series BA rested on a comfortable 109-inch wheelbase and rode on 18x5.25 tires. Its wheelbase was slightly longer than the Ford Model 18 which measured 106-inches and both the Chevy and Ford price ranges were nearly identical. 1932 was the first year that Ford switched from the four-cylinder power to the flathead V8 offering 65 horsepower from its 221 cubic-inch displacement. The Fords had all-steel bodies, while the Chevrolets had the solid Fisher Body using wood and steel framing construction, plus a more rigid chassis structure and hard-rubber engine mounts affording the Chevy a smooth and refined ride at a reasonable cost. Closing a Chevy door framed in wood had a favorable and solid 'thunk' while the Ford and had a 'tiny clank.' Buyers preferred the solid nature, styling, affordability, and amenities of the Chevy, resulting in 306,716 examples built during the calendar year compared to Ford's production of 287,285 units.
Body styles and Price
The Fisher-built bodies included a roadster priced at $445, a sport roadster at $485, a coupe and five-window coupe at $490, a phaeton and coach at $495, and a sport coupe at $535. The Deluxe five-window coupe listed for $510 and the Deluxe coach was priced at $515. A five-passenger coupe was $575, the sedan at $590, and the convertible at $595. The most expensive body styles were the special sedan at $615 and the landau phaeton at $625. The special sedan was equipped with front and rear bumpers, dome light, silk assist cords, and a robe rail.
Production
The most popular body style was the two-door coach with seating for five, with 132,109 examples built. The second most popular body style was the special sedan with 52,446 units built, followed by 34,796 examples of the five-window coupe, 27,718 of the sedan, and 26,623 of the Deluxe five-window coupe. The most exclusive was the phaeton with 419 examples built, followed by 1,118 of the roadster, 1,602 of the landau phaeton, 2,226 of the sport coupe, 7,566 coupes, 8,552 of the sport roadster, and 8,874 of the sport roadster. 9,346 examples were Deluxe Coach.
Optional Equipment
The list of optional equipment was extensive, catering to popularity features that buyers preferred including single and dual side mount tires, a standard and deluxe tire cover plus metal tire covers, heater, outside mirror, pedestal mirror, trunk rack, dual horns, cowl lights, and fender well or rear tire lock. The list of Deluxe equipment that added comfort and a level of distinction included armrests, assist cords, curtains for the rear and rear quarter windows, a vanity case, chrome hood louvers, and two ashtrays.
The Confederate Series BA was Chevrolet's only model for 1932, albeit with 'Special and 'Deluxe' body styles. The company had used the single model theme since 1924, but for 1933 their lineup included the Standard Mercury (Series CC) and the Master Eagle (Series CA), both with six-cylinder power. The Standard had a 181 cubic-inch six with 60 horsepower and the Master had 194 CID with 5 additional horsepower. The Master rested on a 110-inch wheelbase while the Standard Mercury was three-inches shorter. Prices on the Master ranged from $485 to $565 and consisted of eight body styles, while the Standard prices ranged from $445 to $475 and included three body styles. The Master Eagle had an airplane-type dashboard and the Standard Mercury had safety plate glass. The Master Eagle proved to be far more popular with 450,530 examples built compared to the 35,848 of the Standard Mercury. The total production was 486,378 representing a significant increase from the 1932 model year. This trend would continue into the years that followed, with 556,666 (model year production; calendar year production: 620,726) examples built in 1934 and 544,457 (model year production; calendar year production of 793,437) in 1935.
Chevrolet would continue to use six-cylinder power, and two model lineup throughout the 1930s and into the 1940s, with wheelbase sizes that remained fairly consistent, growing to 116-inches by 1941.
Beneath a backdrop of encapsulating color emerging from the hillsides through the changing shades of autumn leaves, the eastbound New Tygart Flyer snakes its way through the tucked-away village of Bemis, WV, as it grinds up the 1.53% grade towards High Falls on the afternoon of September 21, 2024.
"Ah la campagne! La belle campagne française à bord de ma grosse anglaise.."
Le Chateau Countryside is a residential sim experience that encapsulates the essence of the idyllic French countryside inspired by the Hameau de la Reine (Queen's Halmet) in Versailles.
You'll discover an array of royal residences, each one exuding the timeless elegance of French aristocracy. Whether you are in search of a cozy cottage or a majestic castle, there is a home to suit every taste and preference.
Le Chateau Countryside is also an equestrian Teegle friendly estate where you can experience a distinguished equestrian club nestled within the magnificent Le Chateau Country Club.
From last week, mid-deep-freeze in Central Texas. I took a few mini-adventures around the yard while we passed the time in between huddling around a tiny propane heater and waiting for power to come back on. Clearly, ice-glazed things became my muse, forcing me to slow down and take in all of the small details of the freeze, and leaving me with beautiful souvenirs of what was otherwise a terrible experience. Nothing like Mother Nature to keep you humble about basic necessities. All’s well that ends well. 😅❄️
📷 Image captures Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia spp) branches completely encapsulated in ice, while more sleet continues to come down.
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1932 Chevrolet Confederate Series BA
General Motors marketed the Chevy Confederate as the 'Baby Cadillac' and shared many design similarities to its larger, more expensive, and more exclusive sibling. It wore a Cadillac-style integrated radiator shell, a longer hood, new deep crown front fenders encapsulating 18-inch wire wheels, and chrome-plated rectangular opening doors to cool the engine in the hood sides instead of louvers. Deluxe models, which added approximately $20 to the base price, added chrome-plated door louvers. The list of standard amenities included a tilting non-glare windshield, an adjustable seat, and a built-in sun visor. The six-cylinder engine displaced 194 cubic-inches, had 5.2:1 compression, overhead valves, solid valve lifters, and developed 60 horsepower. The one-barrel downdraft carburetor and counter-balanced crankshaft were new features for 1932, endowing the engine with ten additional horsepower over the previous year. The engine was backed by a three-speed manual synchromesh transmission with a single plate clutch and floor shift controls. This was the first year that synchromesh transmission was offered in all three forward gears. Mechanical features included the semi-floating rear axle, Selective Free-Wheeling (first offered in 1932), and an added frame cross-member to aid in ride comfort. Free wheeling allowed the car to coast when the driver took their foot off the accelerator pedal, offering greater fuel economy. Customers soon found the lack of downhill engine braking to be more harrowing than it was worth and the option soon fell out of favor.
The interiors had gas gauges located on the dashboard, plus additional gauges with a circular shape and dark-colored faces.
Factory literature claimed a top speed of 70-mph and period Chevrolet advertising stated 'Looming larger every day as the Great American Value.'
The 1932 Chevrolet Confederate Series BA rested on a comfortable 109-inch wheelbase and rode on 18x5.25 tires. Its wheelbase was slightly longer than the Ford Model 18 which measured 106-inches and both the Chevy and Ford price ranges were nearly identical. 1932 was the first year that Ford switched from the four-cylinder power to the flathead V8 offering 65 horsepower from its 221 cubic-inch displacement. The Fords had all-steel bodies, while the Chevrolets had the solid Fisher Body using wood and steel framing construction, plus a more rigid chassis structure and hard-rubber engine mounts affording the Chevy a smooth and refined ride at a reasonable cost. Closing a Chevy door framed in wood had a favorable and solid 'thunk' while the Ford and had a 'tiny clank.' Buyers preferred the solid nature, styling, affordability, and amenities of the Chevy, resulting in 306,716 examples built during the calendar year compared to Ford's production of 287,285 units.
Body styles and Price
The Fisher-built bodies included a roadster priced at $445, a sport roadster at $485, a coupe and five-window coupe at $490, a phaeton and coach at $495, and a sport coupe at $535. The Deluxe five-window coupe listed for $510 and the Deluxe coach was priced at $515. A five-passenger coupe was $575, the sedan at $590, and the convertible at $595. The most expensive body styles were the special sedan at $615 and the landau phaeton at $625. The special sedan was equipped with front and rear bumpers, dome light, silk assist cords, and a robe rail.
Production
The most popular body style was the two-door coach with seating for five, with 132,109 examples built. The second most popular body style was the special sedan with 52,446 units built, followed by 34,796 examples of the five-window coupe, 27,718 of the sedan, and 26,623 of the Deluxe five-window coupe. The most exclusive was the phaeton with 419 examples built, followed by 1,118 of the roadster, 1,602 of the landau phaeton, 2,226 of the sport coupe, 7,566 coupes, 8,552 of the sport roadster, and 8,874 of the sport roadster. 9,346 examples were Deluxe Coach.
Optional Equipment
The list of optional equipment was extensive, catering to popularity features that buyers preferred including single and dual side mount tires, a standard and deluxe tire cover plus metal tire covers, heater, outside mirror, pedestal mirror, trunk rack, dual horns, cowl lights, and fender well or rear tire lock. The list of Deluxe equipment that added comfort and a level of distinction included armrests, assist cords, curtains for the rear and rear quarter windows, a vanity case, chrome hood louvers, and two ashtrays.
The Confederate Series BA was Chevrolet's only model for 1932, albeit with 'Special and 'Deluxe' body styles. The company had used the single model theme since 1924, but for 1933 their lineup included the Standard Mercury (Series CC) and the Master Eagle (Series CA), both with six-cylinder power. The Standard had a 181 cubic-inch six with 60 horsepower and the Master had 194 CID with 5 additional horsepower. The Master rested on a 110-inch wheelbase while the Standard Mercury was three-inches shorter. Prices on the Master ranged from $485 to $565 and consisted of eight body styles, while the Standard prices ranged from $445 to $475 and included three body styles. The Master Eagle had an airplane-type dashboard and the Standard Mercury had safety plate glass. The Master Eagle proved to be far more popular with 450,530 examples built compared to the 35,848 of the Standard Mercury. The total production was 486,378 representing a significant increase from the 1932 model year. This trend would continue into the years that followed, with 556,666 (model year production; calendar year production: 620,726) examples built in 1934 and 544,457 (model year production; calendar year production of 793,437) in 1935.
Chevrolet would continue to use six-cylinder power, and two model lineup throughout the 1930s and into the 1940s, with wheelbase sizes that remained fairly consistent, growing to 116-inches by 1941.
This photograph encapsulates a mood of melancholic nostalgia, tinged with a sense of abandonment and decay. The light streaming through the stained glass window casts vibrant yet subdued hues onto the wall and floor, creating a poignant contrast with the otherwise dark and forsaken interior space.
The composition is thoughtfully constructed with a strong emphasis on the interplay of light and shadow. The window acts as the primary source of illumination and color, while also serving as the main focal point. The use of natural light not only highlights the window's colors but also casts an interesting pattern on the wall, which is complemented by the graffiti, suggesting remnants of human presence.
There is a sense of narrative suggested by the juxtaposition of objects — a plank of wood leaning against the window sill, an old chair, and a discarded ball on the floor. These elements, along with the fallen leaves and debris, add to the room's story, indicating neglect and the passage of time.
The composition employs several of the seven elements of art:
Line: The horizontal and vertical lines of the window, the diagonal line of the plank, and the organic lines of the graffiti.
Shape: The squares of the stained glass, the rectangular shape of the window, and the irregular shapes created by light and shadow on the wall.
Form: The chair and the ball provide three-dimensional forms within the space.
Texture: The rough texture of the debris on the floor and the peeling wall paint is almost tangible.
Color: The stained glass infuses the scene with muted yet diverse colors, standing out against the dim background.
Size: The relative sizes of the window, chair, and ball give a sense of scale and the emptiness of the room.
Depth: The angle and lighting create depth, with the window seeming like an aperture to the outside world.
The photographic style leans towards the urban exploration genre, capturing the beauty in decay and the passage of time within man-made structures. The emotional impact is layered; it may evoke feelings of loss, contemplation, or even the beauty in transience. The use of natural light through stained glass is a poetic touch, suggesting perhaps a forgotten sanctity or lost purpose, now only illuminated by the fleeting light
A photo that encapsulates the rural Church of England. The priest in cassock alb and stole chats to a parishoner after the evening service. The two churchwardens put out the candles and take down the hymn boards. The RBL flag hangs from an ancient rafter. The Norman font, around 900 years old, is simply part of the furniture, surrounded by the accoutrements of quotidian church life in a small Wiltshire village.
Tharros, an archaeological site on the west coast of Sardinia, encapsulates millenia of history, to fascinate and charm those who visit it. First documented in the 8th century BC as a Phoenician trading town, the oldest remains actually date back to the Nuragic civilisation. In later centuries it was also inhabited by Carthaginians and Romans.
The countless monuments include two necropolises - the southern and northern - in which thousands of artefacts, with grave goods rich in ceramics, jewellery and amulets, were found. The Temple of Demeter, named after a terracotta statuette depicting the goddess, the Tetrastyle Temple, which still retains some of its majestic columns, the K Temple and the Baths complex.
Finally, between the 16th and 17th centuries, several coastal towers were built along the coast at the behest of the Spanish Crown to signal pirate raids. Today, a breathtaking panorama overlooking the Mediterranean can be enjoyed from here.
Sito archeologico sulla costa occidentale della Sardegna, Tharros racchiude in sé una storia millenaria, capace di affascinare e ammaliare coloro che la visitano. Attestata per la prima volta nel VIII secolo a.C. come città commerciale fenicia, i resti più antichi risalgono in realtà alla civiltà nuragica. Nei secoli successivi, è stata abitata anche da cartaginesi e romani.
Tra gli innumerevoli monumenti ci sono le due necropoli - meridionale e settentrionale - da cui provengono migliaia di corredi funerari ricchi di ceramiche, gioielli e amuleti. Il Tempio di Demetra, chiamato così per una statuetta in terracotta che ritrae la dea, il tempio Tetrastilo, che conserva ancora alcune delle sue maestose colonne, il Tempietto K e il complesso delle Terme.
Tra il XVI e il XVII secolo, infine, per volere della Corona di Spagna furono costruite diverse torri costiere lungo tutto il litorale che avevano il compito di segnalare le incursioni dei pirati. Oggi, da qui è possibile godere di un panorama mozzafiato che si affaccia sul Mediterraneo.
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This photo encapsulates my feelings about photographing the inauguration. The arrogance of these ball goers strolling throughout the city after the protests, and in the empty abandoned and often dirty streets represents what Trump brings to DC. Scene after scene I watched moments like this last night. Some of these folks were kind, most were not. Featured in Flickr blog Three Tags To Tell This Week’s Historic Story.
1932 Chevrolet Confederate Series BA
General Motors marketed the Chevy Confederate as the 'Baby Cadillac' and shared many design similarities to its larger, more expensive, and more exclusive sibling. It wore a Cadillac-style integrated radiator shell, a longer hood, new deep crown front fenders encapsulating 18-inch wire wheels, and chrome-plated rectangular opening doors to cool the engine in the hood sides instead of louvers. Deluxe models, which added approximately $20 to the base price, added chrome-plated door louvers. The list of standard amenities included a tilting non-glare windshield, an adjustable seat, and a built-in sun visor. The six-cylinder engine displaced 194 cubic-inches, had 5.2:1 compression, overhead valves, solid valve lifters, and developed 60 horsepower. The one-barrel downdraft carburetor and counter-balanced crankshaft were new features for 1932, endowing the engine with ten additional horsepower over the previous year. The engine was backed by a three-speed manual synchromesh transmission with a single plate clutch and floor shift controls. This was the first year that synchromesh transmission was offered in all three forward gears. Mechanical features included the semi-floating rear axle, Selective Free-Wheeling (first offered in 1932), and an added frame cross-member to aid in ride comfort. Free wheeling allowed the car to coast when the driver took their foot off the accelerator pedal, offering greater fuel economy. Customers soon found the lack of downhill engine braking to be more harrowing than it was worth and the option soon fell out of favor.
The interiors had gas gauges located on the dashboard, plus additional gauges with a circular shape and dark-colored faces.
Factory literature claimed a top speed of 70-mph and period Chevrolet advertising stated 'Looming larger every day as the Great American Value.'
The 1932 Chevrolet Confederate Series BA rested on a comfortable 109-inch wheelbase and rode on 18x5.25 tires. Its wheelbase was slightly longer than the Ford Model 18 which measured 106-inches and both the Chevy and Ford price ranges were nearly identical. 1932 was the first year that Ford switched from the four-cylinder power to the flathead V8 offering 65 horsepower from its 221 cubic-inch displacement. The Fords had all-steel bodies, while the Chevrolets had the solid Fisher Body using wood and steel framing construction, plus a more rigid chassis structure and hard-rubber engine mounts affording the Chevy a smooth and refined ride at a reasonable cost. Closing a Chevy door framed in wood had a favorable and solid 'thunk' while the Ford and had a 'tiny clank.' Buyers preferred the solid nature, styling, affordability, and amenities of the Chevy, resulting in 306,716 examples built during the calendar year compared to Ford's production of 287,285 units.
Body styles and Price
The Fisher-built bodies included a roadster priced at $445, a sport roadster at $485, a coupe and five-window coupe at $490, a phaeton and coach at $495, and a sport coupe at $535. The Deluxe five-window coupe listed for $510 and the Deluxe coach was priced at $515. A five-passenger coupe was $575, the sedan at $590, and the convertible at $595. The most expensive body styles were the special sedan at $615 and the landau phaeton at $625. The special sedan was equipped with front and rear bumpers, dome light, silk assist cords, and a robe rail.
Production
The most popular body style was the two-door coach with seating for five, with 132,109 examples built. The second most popular body style was the special sedan with 52,446 units built, followed by 34,796 examples of the five-window coupe, 27,718 of the sedan, and 26,623 of the Deluxe five-window coupe. The most exclusive was the phaeton with 419 examples built, followed by 1,118 of the roadster, 1,602 of the landau phaeton, 2,226 of the sport coupe, 7,566 coupes, 8,552 of the sport roadster, and 8,874 of the sport roadster. 9,346 examples were Deluxe Coach.
Optional Equipment
The list of optional equipment was extensive, catering to popularity features that buyers preferred including single and dual side mount tires, a standard and deluxe tire cover plus metal tire covers, heater, outside mirror, pedestal mirror, trunk rack, dual horns, cowl lights, and fender well or rear tire lock. The list of Deluxe equipment that added comfort and a level of distinction included armrests, assist cords, curtains for the rear and rear quarter windows, a vanity case, chrome hood louvers, and two ashtrays.
The Confederate Series BA was Chevrolet's only model for 1932, albeit with 'Special and 'Deluxe' body styles. The company had used the single model theme since 1924, but for 1933 their lineup included the Standard Mercury (Series CC) and the Master Eagle (Series CA), both with six-cylinder power. The Standard had a 181 cubic-inch six with 60 horsepower and the Master had 194 CID with 5 additional horsepower. The Master rested on a 110-inch wheelbase while the Standard Mercury was three-inches shorter. Prices on the Master ranged from $485 to $565 and consisted of eight body styles, while the Standard prices ranged from $445 to $475 and included three body styles. The Master Eagle had an airplane-type dashboard and the Standard Mercury had safety plate glass. The Master Eagle proved to be far more popular with 450,530 examples built compared to the 35,848 of the Standard Mercury. The total production was 486,378 representing a significant increase from the 1932 model year. This trend would continue into the years that followed, with 556,666 (model year production; calendar year production: 620,726) examples built in 1934 and 544,457 (model year production; calendar year production of 793,437) in 1935.
Chevrolet would continue to use six-cylinder power, and two model lineup throughout the 1930s and into the 1940s, with wheelbase sizes that remained fairly consistent, growing to 116-inches by 1941.
1932 Chevrolet Confederate Series BA
General Motors marketed the Chevy Confederate as the 'Baby Cadillac' and shared many design similarities to its larger, more expensive, and more exclusive sibling. It wore a Cadillac-style integrated radiator shell, a longer hood, new deep crown front fenders encapsulating 18-inch wire wheels, and chrome-plated rectangular opening doors to cool the engine in the hood sides instead of louvers. Deluxe models, which added approximately $20 to the base price, added chrome-plated door louvers. The list of standard amenities included a tilting non-glare windshield, an adjustable seat, and a built-in sun visor. The six-cylinder engine displaced 194 cubic-inches, had 5.2:1 compression, overhead valves, solid valve lifters, and developed 60 horsepower. The one-barrel downdraft carburetor and counter-balanced crankshaft were new features for 1932, endowing the engine with ten additional horsepower over the previous year. The engine was backed by a three-speed manual synchromesh transmission with a single plate clutch and floor shift controls. This was the first year that synchromesh transmission was offered in all three forward gears. Mechanical features included the semi-floating rear axle, Selective Free-Wheeling (first offered in 1932), and an added frame cross-member to aid in ride comfort. Free wheeling allowed the car to coast when the driver took their foot off the accelerator pedal, offering greater fuel economy. Customers soon found the lack of downhill engine braking to be more harrowing than it was worth and the option soon fell out of favor.
The interiors had gas gauges located on the dashboard, plus additional gauges with a circular shape and dark-colored faces.
Factory literature claimed a top speed of 70-mph and period Chevrolet advertising stated 'Looming larger every day as the Great American Value.'
The 1932 Chevrolet Confederate Series BA rested on a comfortable 109-inch wheelbase and rode on 18x5.25 tires. Its wheelbase was slightly longer than the Ford Model 18 which measured 106-inches and both the Chevy and Ford price ranges were nearly identical. 1932 was the first year that Ford switched from the four-cylinder power to the flathead V8 offering 65 horsepower from its 221 cubic-inch displacement. The Fords had all-steel bodies, while the Chevrolets had the solid Fisher Body using wood and steel framing construction, plus a more rigid chassis structure and hard-rubber engine mounts affording the Chevy a smooth and refined ride at a reasonable cost. Closing a Chevy door framed in wood had a favorable and solid 'thunk' while the Ford and had a 'tiny clank.' Buyers preferred the solid nature, styling, affordability, and amenities of the Chevy, resulting in 306,716 examples built during the calendar year compared to Ford's production of 287,285 units.
Body styles and Price
The Fisher-built bodies included a roadster priced at $445, a sport roadster at $485, a coupe and five-window coupe at $490, a phaeton and coach at $495, and a sport coupe at $535. The Deluxe five-window coupe listed for $510 and the Deluxe coach was priced at $515. A five-passenger coupe was $575, the sedan at $590, and the convertible at $595. The most expensive body styles were the special sedan at $615 and the landau phaeton at $625. The special sedan was equipped with front and rear bumpers, dome light, silk assist cords, and a robe rail.
Production
The most popular body style was the two-door coach with seating for five, with 132,109 examples built. The second most popular body style was the special sedan with 52,446 units built, followed by 34,796 examples of the five-window coupe, 27,718 of the sedan, and 26,623 of the Deluxe five-window coupe. The most exclusive was the phaeton with 419 examples built, followed by 1,118 of the roadster, 1,602 of the landau phaeton, 2,226 of the sport coupe, 7,566 coupes, 8,552 of the sport roadster, and 8,874 of the sport roadster. 9,346 examples were Deluxe Coach.
Optional Equipment
The list of optional equipment was extensive, catering to popularity features that buyers preferred including single and dual side mount tires, a standard and deluxe tire cover plus metal tire covers, heater, outside mirror, pedestal mirror, trunk rack, dual horns, cowl lights, and fender well or rear tire lock. The list of Deluxe equipment that added comfort and a level of distinction included armrests, assist cords, curtains for the rear and rear quarter windows, a vanity case, chrome hood louvers, and two ashtrays.
The Confederate Series BA was Chevrolet's only model for 1932, albeit with 'Special and 'Deluxe' body styles. The company had used the single model theme since 1924, but for 1933 their lineup included the Standard Mercury (Series CC) and the Master Eagle (Series CA), both with six-cylinder power. The Standard had a 181 cubic-inch six with 60 horsepower and the Master had 194 CID with 5 additional horsepower. The Master rested on a 110-inch wheelbase while the Standard Mercury was three-inches shorter. Prices on the Master ranged from $485 to $565 and consisted of eight body styles, while the Standard prices ranged from $445 to $475 and included three body styles. The Master Eagle had an airplane-type dashboard and the Standard Mercury had safety plate glass. The Master Eagle proved to be far more popular with 450,530 examples built compared to the 35,848 of the Standard Mercury. The total production was 486,378 representing a significant increase from the 1932 model year. This trend would continue into the years that followed, with 556,666 (model year production; calendar year production: 620,726) examples built in 1934 and 544,457 (model year production; calendar year production of 793,437) in 1935.
Chevrolet would continue to use six-cylinder power, and two model lineup throughout the 1930s and into the 1940s, with wheelbase sizes that remained fairly consistent, growing to 116-inches by 1941.