DAZZLINGLY ATTRACTIVE bird, not often seen in our corner of Kent UK, and was not expecting to see it in the Grove Ferry Feast Hide, but what a joy when it landed, he caught a couple of tiddlers and was off, leaving me with the biggest grin ever.

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.The weekend is coming on strong, stay safe, may God bless you.............................Tomx

BUCKINGHAM PALACE lake to the humblest farm pond, the little grebe- often called a dabchick- is the most widespread of its family in Britain as well as the smallest. It is home in any still or fast flowing fresh water, that has a lush growth of vegetation. IT dives at the smallest alarm, coming to the surface some distance away. Love their powder puff tail feathers. Captured in the summer but not shown before !

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THANK EVERYONE, who takes their time to view and comment on my image, it is appreciated and find very encouraging. Will look forward to doing the same on your latest postings.

Keep that smile on your face, and love in your heart for everyone, enjoy every day God made, bless you all............

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Ask Jesus into your life, you will never regret it !

Brown Hare - Lepus europaeus

Norfolk

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The brown hare is known for its long, black-tipped ears and fast running - it can reach speeds of 45mph when evading predators. It prefers a mosaic of farmland and woodland habitats and can often be spotted in fields.

Thought to have been introduced into the UK in Roman Times (or even earlier), the brown hare is now considered naturalised. It is most common in grassland habitats and at woodland edges, favouring a mosaic of arable fields, grasses and hedgerows. It grazes on vegetation and the bark of young trees and bushes. Brown hares do not dig burrows, but shelter in 'forms', which are shallow depressions in the ground or grass; when disturbed, they can be seen bounding across the fields, using their powerful hind legs to propel them forwards, often in a zigzag pattern. Brown hares are at their most visible in early spring when the breeding season encourages fighting or 'boxing'. Females can produce three to four litters of two to four young (known as leverets) a year.

Widespread, but absent from northern Scotland and the Scottish islands, except Islay, I'm reliably informed.

Thankfully, this year I was given permission to photograph in the snowdrop meadow near me.

Strundetal, Bergisch Gladbach, Germany

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~ Autumn ~ The Award Tree ~

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The Emperor Gum Moth belongs to the Saturniidae family and is native to Australia. This species was formerly placed in the genus Antheraea.

This captive bred male emerged from its cocoon on 16.07.2016.

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Wild South Africa

Kruger National Park

A female elephant encouraging her two offspring to cross the waterway.

Photographed late one afternoon at Sable Dam, Kruger National Park.

The unmistakable endemic Sri Lanka Blue Magpie, also called Ceylon Blue Magpie, in Sinharaja National Park.

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Kirby Hill village is situated approximately one mile North of Boroughbridge, in a rural location surrounded by farmland.

Set in the heart of this delightful North Yorkshire village, the Church is very active, full of inspiration and welcoming to newcomers. There are social & children’s activities as well as worship. We have a real interest in providing a wildlife haven and in encouraging everyone to share their talents for the benefit of all. We have an induction loop system and ramp access for wheelchairs.

All Saints' Church is a Grade 1 Listed building with Saxon origins. There has been a settlement in Kirby Hill for over a thousand years and All Saints' Church possesses many interesting historical features including stones dating back to the Saxon era.

GOODBYE , SOUTH AFRICA HERE WE COME !!! 8,500 miles,

===================================================About six weeks, at 17-22 miles per hour, aprox, 200 miles a day. They are hopefully well fed, but MIGRATION is a hazardous time and many die from, STARVATION, EXHAUSTION and in STORMS .! The young have left first already, the rest have been leaving right now, a few late ones will go into October before leaving.

Always puts a lump in my throat, to see them gathering in groups ready to leave, wish them God speed and safe travel.

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"GODs BEAUTY IS SIMPLY AMAZING !"

People have been encouraged not to mow their lawns in May - many Councils have left grasses grow, as seen above.

I've gone back to a hand mower this year and I didn't take part as it would be a nightmare to cut if left for a few weeks. It now gets mown twice a week!

Fog/mist and light frost encouraged me out the other day to a location I've never ventured to before, even though it's reasonably local to me, Risby Warren, in North Lincolnshire.

Being slightly elevated, yes parts of Lincolnshire does have hills, the mist was thinner, and was burning back quick as the sun shone through.

Unfortunately the fencing restricted where I could actually get to. I had seen some great trees (behind me from this viewpoint) but I just couldn't get the composition I wanted. Nevertheless this shot attracted me due to the various leading lines of the power cables, fences, hills and clouds.

Yesterday, Yashka never let the groomer cut his muzzle properly. The paws were also only half cut. He bit her and the groomer failed to finish the job. Nevertheless, we paid her the full cost, and now we are trimming Yashka at home - little by little, each time encouraging him with all sorts of treats.

Thank you all for visits, favs and comments, it's greatly appreciated!

I would like to thank everyone who take the time to view and comment on my photographs it is greatly appreciated and encouraging

Morning is God's way of saying one more time go make a difference, touch a heart, encourage a mind, inspire a soul and enjoy the day!!

WELL-MARKED gamebird. The species is generally wary because it is heavily persecuted in many parts of the region. Grey Partridges are Native to the region, out of breeding season are often seen in small parties that prefer to run from danger rather than fly. Favors open grassland which is in short supply in Kent, a rare find for me!

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THANKS FOR YOUR FRIENDSHIP, any comments are always appreciated, and find encouraging, stay safe and well, enjoy your weekend, God bless................................................Tom.

For Week 202 in Poetography... A weekly Inspiration. The word/theme this week is thankful

Textures thanks to Shadowhouse Creations; Filters by Topaz

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Dreamy.

Floating.

Soaring.

Pastels.

I think it's a shared human condition that we all have a deep need to dream and be inspired and long for beauty and joy.

In my photography I strive for the elements and subjects and colors that will encourage the viewer to respond with joy and inspiration and peace.

I hope this image will inspire and give you joy, even if for only a moment or two...

Thank You Very Much all for your encouraging ♡♡♡

Thank You Very Much all for your encouraging ♡♡♡

Not one I encourage normally, but when they stare at you with such intelligence & confidence and display plumage of such perfect beauty, it's impossible not to offer something. Our house already bears too many cockatoo scars so I need to resist their charming ways.

I was much encouraged by a friend's appreciation to attempt more shots at relatively slow shutter speeds for panning with an 800mm focal length, hand-held lens. I am glad I did as I got several pictures that I wouldn't otherwise have attempted - this is one such taken at 1/60th seconds.

The Gladiator was the last biplane fighter to enter RAF service, in 1937 - the same year as the far more capable Spitfire. Despite looking rather old fashioned, it has a very sprightly performance, compared to other biplanes of the era, but even so, was already pretty much obsolescent when it entered service. It had some relatively novel features such as landing flaps (seen in the lowered position in the picture) and an enclosed cockpit. This latter was not very popular with pilots of the day as 'real flying' involved being in the open air. Later aircraft that flew higher and faster in much colder air soon put paid that attitude! The cockpit hood was kept in the open position for this display.

thx 4 faves comments invites always encouraging press L to view full

We are encouraged to go out for a walk and keep a distance of

6 feet I did not have to think about it not a soul around.

We will not have Halloween again this year. We choose not to encourage unvaccinated children to congregate. Next year hopefully it will be much different.

We are encouraged to go for a walk so took the first step today nice to get out again I had no communication with anyone did not have to think about 6 feet separation.

I would like to thank everyone who take the time to view and comment on my photographs it is greatly appreciated and encouraging

Encouraged by the sun and blue sky, we braved the 3°C for a ride through the countryside. Passed this little cabin that looks like an ideal spot to spend some time - on a warmer day.

Adult cedar waxwings have been surprisingly scarce in the cedar waxwing flocks I've found so far this fall, with juvenile birds making up to 80% of the individuals. I'm encouraged by seeing so many young birds so I hope this is good news but in prior years adults have always been in the majority - an interesting switch for sure.

Encouraging emerging individualism, Photography through Flickr is no longer restricted to the self assured elite.

"Flickr is home to EVERY kind of photography, and that covers a vast range of subjects, styles, and categories."

Be someone who encourages... the world has plenty of critics :)

This shot is taken in JPEG (NOT in RAW), thus very minimum editing made. Essentially, what you see here is what was there. It is one of my works for an Nat Geo Assignment from a Nat Geo producer. The assignment prompted me to explore area less visited by people, injecting something new in the photography community.

Disney just shut down a wonderful photography community, Nat Go Your Shot (Nat Geo YS), forcing me, a Your Shot photographer to migrate my works from Nat Geo YS to flickr and/or instgram. Your Shot is a place to be missed. Other than socially connecting people, YS inspires and encourages every photographer.

As always thanks in advance for your faves and/or comment..

I found out on Facebook that my friend, who I originally became friends with on Flickr, has passed away. I never met him, but he was very kind and encouraging to me during my own health problems. He was no longer active on Flickr, but we still occasionally commented on each other’s Facebook posts. R.I.P. Marcel!

This was headed for the trash can about ten times but every time I look at it I turn into Muttley ( mind you I don't why I wheeze so much) This photo absolutely cracks me up laughing every single time I come across it browsing my hard drive. Just look at Merry completely off the floor after pestering that dog on the lead. She was only ten months old if that and getting better at obedience. She just lives up to her name though I think Scamp would be more appropriate and I use more choice words on occasion to be honest...

Err,if you never watched wacky races or dastardly and Muttley you won't understand the reference..

Just to make you smile :)

Thank you so much dear Flickr friends for all your encouraging comments and faves. I enjoy reading them all and get inspiration from all your wonderful photography too....Sue

Credits here.

Encouraged by the images of others like Ay Naku and Artsee Fartsy I am going to try to be a little more brave and take street shots.

This is of a chess player deep into the game.

HBW

View On Black

After school, the triplets stop by the arcade for snacks and fun...

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Skippy envisioned his universe with the help of the following stellar creations:

Soy's Game Cafe Table, Game Cafe Chairs, and Coins, which are all part of the Game Cafe Table Set, available at The Mens Dept. (TMD)!

Contraption's Hard Shell Backpack, available at TMD!

The little men wear the following cool new styles (left to right):

Complex's CMPLX Jacket (@TMD)

Semller's Brit Boots (@TMD)

Mirror's Jamie Glasses (@TMD)

ExalteD's Drake Vest (@TMD)

not so bad Charly Jeans (@TMD)

Vale Koer's Primefiber Trainers

Cold Ash's Ryan Bomber Jacket (@TMD)

Aitui's My Sweats Pants (@TMD)

Vale Koer's Refined Dunks

Taxi to TMD!

Skippy also created his universe with the following amazing designs:

Soy's Green Green House, and Wooden Wings Ceiling Fans!

ChicaChica's Milk Shakes, which are all part of the Milk Shake Collection!

Seven Emporium's Token Machine, and Cold Drinks Neon Sign!

NOMAD's Shanty Apartments!

Black Bantam's Crinkle Fries Paper Boat, Single Fry, and Secret Sauce Dipper!

Toro's Skeeball Machines, Roll The Ball Sign, and Tickets Neon Sign!

Let's keep encouraging one another,

offering a hand or kind word, lifting each other up.

Together we can change the world!

Keep shining so bright, my friends!

BiG THANKS to EVERYONE for your personal comments and also your support from selected groups.

Awards are always encouraging and especially appreciated from those add my work to their collection of 'faves'.

Cheerz G

Mysterious Night - Kreative People

BiG THANKS to EVERYONE for your personal comments and also your support from selected groups.

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2017

a colourful installation in front of the main train station, Hannover, Germany. Artist: D.C.Nikolic. People are encouraged to walk through to experience a different path, other than their daily walks.

Dare to reach out your hand into the darkness, to pull another hand into the light.

Norman B. Rice

We want to reach out to those kids that are having a hard time..., we encourage them to talk to someone, a teacher, counselor, principle, anyone.

Jim Daly

We must reach out our hand in friendship and dignity to both those who would befriend us and those who would be our enemy.

Arthur Ashe

Thank you for your kind visit. Have a wonderful and beautiful day! ❤️❤️❤️

A male Four-spotted Chaser at Fermyn Woods, Northamptonshire.

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thx 4 faves comments invites always encouraging bigger is good!

It sure has been one heck of a year but there is always silver to be found in the snowstorm! I'm here on behalf of the big guy himself to tell you just how proud he is of everyone...his nice list is longer than ever.

You banded together in uncertain times, went out of your way to help each other, and encouraged each other when things looked bleak.

Here's to the end of 2020 and looking to a brighter 2021!

A fresh Orizaba Silkmoth, a species of moth in the family Saturniidae. It is found in Central and South America.

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*366 photos for the 20's 05/27*

this year I will try to choose one photo a day for this pseudo-project, no matter the motive, style, colour or technique. encouraging myself to shoot everyday, even if I can't go outside.