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"My works were designed to amuse, annoy, bewilder, mystify and inspire reflection." Man Ray
Photographs and leporello by Ulrich Wüst, C/O Berlin
The Queen of Spring is also the Queen of legends
La pivoine chez les Grecs
Dans leur culture, la pivoine est bien plus qu’une jolie fleur des beaux jours, elle est d’abord considérée comme une plante médicinale. Cette faculté a par ailleurs nourri un mythe grec, où se mêlent colère des dieux et guérison. Son nom d’après les rumeurs, lui viendrait du médecin Péon, disciple d’Asclépios, dieu de la médecine. Ce dernier aurait trouvé un remède à la douleur des femmes durant leur accouchement. Son maître jaloux de son talent, se dit que finalement, il mériterait bien de mourir celui-ci. Fort heureusement pour Péon et pour nous, Zeus proposa une punition moins dramatique et changea le jeune médecin en la fleur qu’il avait découverte : une pivoine. Aussi réputée pour ses couleurs vives, ses teintes et nuances ont également inspiré une légende qui continue d’exister dans notre monde moderne, à travers l’expression : “rougir comme une pivoine”.
L’histoire parle ici de la nymphe Péone, qui comme la plupart des naïades était d’une incroyable beauté. Courtisée par tous les dieux, elle eut la mauvaise idée d’en faire un peu trop et d’enfreindre le code divin de la pudeur. Un faux pas, provoquant l’indignation des tout-puissants, qui décidèrent alors de la changer en une fleur extraordinaire : une pivoine. Quant à son erreur de jugement, pour l’inscrire à jamais dans l’histoire, ils donnèrent à ses pétales la couleur de la honte, le rouge. D’où l’expression…
La pivoine au pays du Soleil Levant
L’ Asie regorge de mythes et légendes, qui nous en apprennent un peu plus sur notre fleur préférée. La première, raconte en partie pourquoi le printemps est la saison favorite des pivoines. En Chine durant la dynastie Tang, un jour de grand froid d’hiver, l’impératrice Wu Zetian après avoir bu un peu trop de vin, exigea des fleurs de son jardin qu’elles fleurissent pendant la nuit, pour la satisfaire au petit matin. Le calendrier des fleurs était apparemment le cadet de ses soucis...
Son nom signifiant “celle qui discipline le ciel”, cette dernière était persuadée qu’aucune variété fleurie n'oserait lui désobéir. Le lendemain, seule la pivoine avait décidé de n’en faire qu’à sa tête et d’attendre le printemps. La reine de la saison apparaît alors pour la première fois, comme une fleur au caractère bien trempé. Folle de rage, l’impératrice exila toutes les pivoines du pays à Luoyang, où finalement, elles s’épanouirent fièrement, donnant lieu à un merveilleux spectacle fleuri. La ville est depuis la capitale de la pivoine, et organise chaque année un festival qui lui est dédié.
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The peony among the Greeks
In their culture, the peony is much more than a pretty flower for sunny days, it is first and foremost considered a medicinal plant. This faculty also nourished a Greek myth, where anger of the gods and healing mingle. Its name, according to rumors, comes from the doctor Péon, disciple of Asclepius, god of medicine. The latter would have found a remedy for the pain of women during childbirth. His master, jealous of his talent, said to himself that in the end, he deserved to die this one. Fortunately for Peon and for us, Zeus proposed a less dramatic punishment and changed the young doctor into the flower he had discovered: a peony. Also famous for its bright colors, its shades and shades have also inspired a legend that continues to exist in our modern world, through the expression: “blush like a peony”.
The story here is about the nymph Péone, who like most naiads was incredibly beautiful. Courted by all the gods, she had the bad idea to do a little too much and break the divine code of modesty. A false step, provoking the indignation of the all-powerful, who then decided to change it into an extraordinary flower: a peony. As for its error of judgment, to inscribe it forever in history, they gave its petals the color of shame, red. Hence the term...
Peony in the Land of the Rising Sun
Asia is full of myths and legends, which teach us a little more about our favorite flower. The first, partly tells why spring is the favorite season for peonies. In China during the Tang Dynasty, on a very cold winter day, Empress Wu Zetian after drinking a little too much wine, demanded flowers from her garden to bloom during the night, to satisfy her in the early morning. . The flower calendar was apparently the least of his worries...
Her name meaning "she who disciplines the sky", the latter was convinced that no flowering variety would dare to disobey her. The next day, only the peony had decided to do as it pleased and to wait for spring. The queen of the season then appears for the first time, like a flower with a strong character. Mad with rage, the Empress exiled all the peonies in the country to Luoyang, where they finally blossomed proudly, giving rise to a marvelous flowery spectacle. The city has since been the capital of the peony, and organizes a festival dedicated to it every year.
A different experience in every season: Oisterwijk's Forests & Fens are exquisite, tranquil and inspiring all year round. Different footpaths, cycle routes and horse trails will lead you – with or without the aid of a forest ranger – through the beauty of one of the Netherlands' most unique areas of nature. There are no less than 80 fens in this stunning green expanse – pretty impressive, right?
Four seasons
Whether it’s the frozen fairy-tale fens of the winter, the dynamics of nature coming to life in spring, the musical croaking of frogs in the summer, or the explosion of colours in the autumn: Oisterwijk's Forests & Fens are a feast for all the senses.
Spot kingfishers, deer and roe deer, or bear witness to the wide variety of insects and water creatures in the fens and ditches. And after an exhilarating day of activity or sport, head to one of the large terraces to enjoy the peace and quiet and a tasty snack, lunch or dinner.Oisterwijk's Forests & Fens Groot Speijck Visitor Centre has a great terrace, as does Boshuis Venkraai. And both are ideal places to relax and soak up the surroundings.
Also known as a Grizzly. This healthy boar was seen and admired in the Tetons with good friends Debbie Tubridy, Jen Hall and Rodney Lange.
"Meriwether Lewis and William Clark first described it as grisley, which could be interpreted as either "grizzly" (i.e., "grizzled"—that is, with golden and grey tips of the hair) or "grisly" ("fear-inspiring", now usually "gruesome"). The modern spelling supposes the former meaning; even so, naturalist George Ord formally classified it in 1815 as U. horribilis, not for its hair, but for its character.
Occasionally a huge male grizzly has been recorded, whose size greatly exceeds ordinary, with weights reported up to 680 kg (1,500 lb). A large coastal male of this size may stand up to 3 metres (9.8 ft) tall on its hind legs and be up to 1.5 metres (4.9 ft) at the shoulder.
A grizzly bear can also be identified by its rump, which is lower than its shoulders; a black bear's rump is higher than its shoulders. A grizzly bear's front claws measure about 2–4 inches in length; a black bear's claws measure about 1–2 inches in length." Wikipedia
Was a treat to safely enjoy the scavenging, digging and hunting for more food before his time to hibernate.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Le farfalle in libertà, Giardino Botanico di Montreal:
Nella grande serra, l’atmosfera di benessere, il calore e il dolce profumo dei fiori, fanno dimenticare per un momento il gelido inverno di Montreal. A rendere quel ambiente così ovattato e pieno di magia, sono le centinaia farfalle multicolori che volteggiano gioiosamente nel mezzo di una natura lussureggiante. L’affascinante volo di queste meraviglie della natura è quasi un invito, immersi in un mondo magico, ad ascoltare i versi di una poesia che la natura scrive sulle ali di queste splendide creature.
Les Papillons en liberté:
"Dans la grande serre, l’ambiance est au bien-être. La chaleur et le doux parfum des fleurs font oublier l’hiver. Devant vous, des centaines de papillons multicolores virevoltent au cœur d’une nature luxuriante. Leur vol fascinant inspire la légèreté et vous invite à la détente...." Jardin Botanique de Montréal !
Butterflies...Go free !
"Step into the almost spa-like setting of the Main Exhibition Greenhouse, where the heat and the flowers’ sweet fragrance help you forget winter. All around you, hundreds of colourful butterflies flit joyously about amidst the lush greenery, filling you with a sense of lightness and inviting you to relax..." Botanical Garden - Montreal !
The little fisherman catches lunch...
It's that amazing time of year again when one of my favorite events returns to our universe. Yes, I'm talking about 6º REPUBLIC!
Filled with incredible decor and inspiring delights, take a journey to other parts and discover something exciting and new!
Skippy envisioned his universe with the help of the following astounding creations, all available at 6º REPUBLIC:
NOMAD's Yellow Port Warehouse, Blue Port Warehouse, and Old Crane, which are all part of the Alaskan Port Collection!
Kei's Sparkplug Lighthouse!
isil Designs' Yellow Maine Lobster Crate, Bare Maine Lobster Crate, Blue Maine Lobster Crate, Upright Maine Glass Float, Pair Maine Glass Float, and Toppled Maine Glass Float!
N4RS' Plantation Chapel and Chapel Bell!
Your Fishing Boat to 6º REPUBLIC!
Skippy wears:
Blank Line's Hoodie, available at TMD!
Remarkable Oblivion's Rain Boots!
In addition, the little man created his coastal world with the following:
Apple Fall's Ocean Pier!
Soy's Float Rings and Minnow Bucket!
Zerkalo's Old Bucket!
NOMAD's Sandwich!
Let's keep playing, having fun, and laughing, my friends!
Keep shining so bright!
― Henna Sohail
I went to the flea market this past weekend and found 3 vintage lenses for an old Pentax camera. I already had the adaptors to connect these types of lenses to my Nikon. What a steal! This is the Tamron 28mm F/2.5 lens. It is a little gem thus far. :)
PS. I have had this Kazoo forever and was never inspired to use it for a photo. Thanks Macro Monday for inspiring me to do so! :)
…and here are another 2 images taken during Inspire’s maiden flight over Lake Hume this past weekend.
As with the previous image my focus was on flying so I had dialed in my exposure settings before take off and then simply controlled the camera for the compositions.
I was at odds with an image that clearly shows my 4WD parked in the scene but as these are my first set of images I’m ok with having a little fun.
Shot with the Inspire 1 Pro and X5 Camera. 1/200th Second, F5, ISO 100
View large and, as always, thanks for looking.
Common in name and number, but each one unique in my eyes and still inspiring joy and intrigue.
These common crow butterflies seem to favour resting on the trails of tears succulent I have. This past week I've seen one or two there every day.
Also known as the oleander butterfly due to them laying their eggs on the leaves of plants that have a milky sap such as oleander and two species of fig, amongst others.
This is specifically Euploea core ssp. corinna.
Wingspan around 90 mm.
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A Wood Stork seems to be drying its wings and also using them to drive or scare fish into the danger zone. The right foot stirring up the water would indicate fishing as well as it stirs up the bottom driving fish forward toward the beak strike zone.
I watched this behavior for at least 15 minutes so it wasn't just a fleeting event.
Whatever it's doing it makes for an interesting photo.
Created for MIXMASTER CHALLENGE #33 -
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CHEF brillianthues challenges us with this inspiring recipe:
➤ Sky (earthly or celestial) must be all or part of the background.
➤ There must be one (and only one) woman (all or in part).
➤ Your image must also include a staircase or ladder...
➤ And at least one circular shape (fractal, mandala, peace symbol, moon, globe or similar).
➤ NO ANIMALS.
Using:
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and the Lady from:
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Both light and shadow are the beginning of all beginnings,
and their tendency to clash is natural.
No one has abolished their values.,
And yet the sun dominates the shadow.
This Higher Light holds the world in its palms,
descending from heaven, spreading across the seas and lands,
Hope, faith - as a guide.
Kindness inspires, heals the soul...
"You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream." - Malala Yousafzai -
🎵 www.youtube.com/watch?v=QWyxSTNldRk
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Picture taken in Naturally Naughty Studio: maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Coast%20of%20Passion/162/2...
Kustom 9, the Lisette Set includes:
- Necklace in gold and silver (deluxe with 7 metals)
- Headbend in gold and silver (deluxe with 7 metals)
- Earrings in gold and silver (deluxe with 7 metals)
Everything with resizer hud
Kustom9 slurl:
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Once your 'props' inspire you, if you're anything like me, you can't stop taking pics!! Got loads with various white pieces - the hard part is making up your mind ain't it?
The little figurine is just over 5" tall and the cup & saucer, just under 3".
Although the pic was already white - I gave it a helping hand with a white vignette effect, which made it even whiter!