*Inspire & Be Inspired*
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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
Sunset in the Mojave Desert, Twentynine Palms, California
As 2022 draws to a close, I am looking forward to turning the page on this year, which has been a difficult one for me, and starting the new chapter that is 2023.
There are a few lines from a Josh Groban song called "Thankful", that I have always loved:
Even with our differences
There is a place we're all connected
Each of us can find each others' light
For me, Flickr has become a beautiful place to find that light and that connection, especially in a world that seems to grow increasingly dark and troubled. So I want to share a deep and sincere Thank You to all my Flickr friends and contacts for the light you give and all the ways in which you uplift my spirit. Thank you for sharing your talents and creativity which both awe and inspire me, for sharing your beautiful places, special moments, and great adventures, for your thoughtful and generous support of my photography and writing, and most of all for your personal kindness, caring, and humanity. I truly enjoy all of the conversations, comments, and connection with each of you, and am incredibly thankful for your encouragement and good wishes through some of the tough times this year.
I am profoundly grateful to have met such wonderful people here on Flickr. Because in the words of the incomparable Maya Angelou in the poem below,
"Nobody, but nobody, Can make it out here alone.
I wish each of you health, happiness, and beautiful light (both in photography and life) in the new year ahead!
Alone
by Maya Angelou
Lying, thinking
Last night
How to find my soul a home
Where water is not thirsty
And bread loaf is not stone
I came up with one thing
And I don't believe I'm wrong
That nobody,
But nobody
Can make it out here alone.
Alone, all alone
Nobody, but nobody
Can make it out here alone.
There are some millionaires
With money they can't use
Their wives run round like banshees
Their children sing the blues
They've got expensive doctors
To cure their hearts of stone.
But nobody
No, nobody
Can make it out here alone.
Alone, all alone
Nobody, but nobody
Can make it out here alone.
Now if you listen closely
I'll tell you what I know
Storm clouds are gathering
The wind is gonna blow
The race of man is suffering
And I can hear the moan,
'Cause nobody,
But nobody
Can make it out here alone.
Alone, all alone
Nobody, but nobody
Can make it out here alone.
…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.
Mute swan from behind while it's sailing with the wind. (I like the feather detail in this shot) - How do they keep their feathers THAT white? That thought occurred to me more than once! Please check out my Swanography set for more photos of Swans; flickr.com/photos/vanstaffs/sets/72157604487191571/
Taking the long view
The Snow Roads (www.visitcairngorms.com/inspire-me/snowroads/ ) Scenic Route is a 144-km (90-mile) journey which takes you from the picturesque market town of Blairgowrie to the traditional Highland town of Grantown-on-Spey. The route traverses the highest public road in Britain taking you through some of the most outstanding landscapes in the eastern Cairngorms. The road links the communities of Braemar, Ballater and Tomintoul with a range of natural and cultural attractions. Three stunning Scenic Route Installations provide new opportunities to stop and explore this wild and beautiful highland countryside. A Cairngorms photo-post is also located at each installation to allow you to capture changes in the landscape. With such a range of activities for families, explorers and sightseers alike, take your time to relax with an overnight stay or two in your choice of accommodation along the way and stop at one of the many cafes and restaurants to sample some highland hospitality. Travel the scenic way on the Snow Roads North or South with the opportunity to link to many other areas in Scotland including Royal Deeside, the Malt Whisky Trail or the North Coast 500. The Snow Roads are slow roads. Take your time to enjoy the views, villages and attractions along the route. You will experience steep hills, ‘blind’ summits, tight bends and single-track roads in part so be sure to drive with care and courtesy. On narrow sections, please be aware of other drivers and use passing places to allow others to go by safely and continue on their journey. www.visitcairngorms.com/plan-your-visit/about-the-cairngo... Recommend the Darroch Learg Hotel in ballater darrochlearg.co.uk/.
"You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream." - Malala Yousafzai -
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Picture taken in Naturally Naughty Studio: maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Coast%20of%20Passion/162/2...
The dudes down the way made smoke with their tyres. The broouuummmm sounds filled the valley and then so did the haze as it filtered quickly upward caught in an updraft. This cloud reminded me of this as it slowly morphed from dolphin to burlesque skeleton.
We could make difficult ascent through that grassy slope only having constant view of the majestic peak....taken on trek to Nandadevi East Basecamp in Kumaun Himalayas, India
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🌸💗Body: ~ToddleeDoo - Baby💗🌸
🌸💗Hair:tram K0715 hair 💗🌸
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Aloe. Ellie Set
Legacy - Legacy Perky - vTech | Reborn - Juicy Rolls - Waifu - Teacups - vTech
Lingerie Features
- 12 base colors + 18 bonus fatpack colors
- Top and Panty can be worn Separately
- Fatpack Modify
Skirt Features
- 12 base colors + 18 bonus fatpack colors
- Fatpack Modify
‣ Event: Equal10
‣ Opening: July 10th
‣ Closing: August 5th
-Other Credits-
Head: Lelutka Avalon EvoX
Body: eBody Reborn w/ Waifu Boobs
Skin: Avarosa - Allie EvoX
Hair: Magika - Mira
Come and enjoy our new ISPark Emporium new addition below. secondlife.com/destination/inspire-space-park-fantasy-for...