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It seemed as if a window opened up and cast down the very light of heaven.
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It is currently one of the biggest tourist attractions in Rome and on July 7, 2007 was elected one of the (Seven Wonders of the Modern World). In addition, the Colosseum still has links to the church, with the Pope leading the procession from the Via Crucis to the Colosseum every Good Fridays.
The Colosseum, originally known as the Flavio Amphitheater, is the most important monument of ancient Rome still standing. Its construction was started by Vespasian in 72 AD and was inaugurated by Titus in 80 AD. It was able to house up to 50,000 people.
Wouldn't It Be Lovely" 2015 IFDC Exclusive Doll
Ok, here comes a "Pink Queen"....lol Honestly I'm still torn apart and I couldn't decide if she is truly something extraordinary or just "lovely"))))) I'm going to get rid of that pinky gown of hers and that "80s Thanksgiving Rooster" hairdo. Still asking "why pink"? I know that the pink color probably is the most popular "fairy tale" color but I wish her dress could be in more sophisticated shade of pink like "dusty pink" for instance. She strongly reminds me of one of the Disney Princesses but I love her dress, I think the back is really phenomenal, the layered skirt is great too. She is definitely a keeper since we don't see twins too ofter but I'm going to restyle and redress her for sure.
My new favourite thing
Before you flickr mail me, I got it from Urban Outfitters and it's now sold out - sorry.
UPDATE: It's now back in stock! Check it out
Explored 21st October 2011
Thanks to a few people including Ned Harris & my wonderful friend Gail (Hockey Lover) I now am the proud owner of a Merlin....Yea!!! That's what you get for assuming...I thought I saw an adult Peregrine swooping down on ducks the week before and this bird didn't seem that small to me but after careful studying the markings with several sources, the white eyebrow, feather details, white throat, it is indeed a female Merlin....thanks guys!!!
I wanted to post these two additional images that clearly show the markings!
touching up the exterior of the Papaya Hut on Yonge Street north of Carlton Street, downtown Toronto
Working with Lotte in the studio on this project was once again a wonderful experience. It was our first collaboration in this context, and I think we’ll be working together more often in the future.
"short films – …and then we‘ll call it even"
In the silent arena of our minds, where thoughts dance like invisible actors, a profound equality among us all is revealed. These inner conflicts, which do not manifest themselves in the outside world, are the invisible threads that weave the fabric of human existence. They are the silent struggles that each of us, regardless of gender or external circumstances, wages in the depths of our souls. These inner struggles are not mere challenges, but essential components of human existence that initiate us into the mysteries of life.
Every person faces their own inner battles, which are unique in their intensity and significance. These psychological struggles cannot be compared, as they are an expression of each individual's journey through the depths of consciousness. They are the touchstones that shape us and lead us to explore the limits of our being. Overcoming these inner conflicts holds the possibility of growth, transformation, and enlightenment.
The pursuit of overcoming these inner struggles is a deeply personal and often solitary journey. It challenges us to look into the darkness within ourselves and find the glimmers of light that guide us. In this inner argument lies the chance to discover the essence of our being and strengthen the connection to our true self. Thus, these inner conflicts are not only tests, but also invitations to self-knowledge and spiritual development.
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I kept this series practically closed as a self-portrait series for a very long time. I think it’s time to open it up and at the same time connect it to my overarching theme, the portraits.
As a rule, these are long exposure shots with exposure times varying between 2 and 30 seconds. In this case 6 seconds. They are series that deal with a range of human feelings and thoughts. They deal with desire, loss, regret and pain and the attempt to process all of this.
Although I had to work early the next morning, it was worth losing a little sleep over this! Word came down on the Midwest Heads Up group that NS 1066 was trailing on the CP 472 job, but then they cut off the leader and had 1066 on the point. Once that was confirmed, it was a matter of charging batteries, and waiting patiently. I knew exactly what shot I wanted, and how to do it better from the last time I had done this over the summer. With lessons learned, here's the CP 472 job with the Norfolk Southern New York Central "heritage" unit, painted in their scheme, honoring the fallen railroad, and passing by the large grain elevator at Stillman Valley, Illinois. 8 Yongnuo 560iii strobes (aka flashes) were used to accomplish the shot. Thanks to Grant Hansen, R.G. Hough and others for the heads up and progress reports on this train!
( Allison, Stella, Nicole, Melissa, Leylle, Lilly, Annie, Celine & Kristen) ♥
Tirando as fashionistas que já tem o corpo articulado, algumas dessas dolls (como as Fashion Fever e a Trichlle S.I.S) vieram com aquele corpo sem graça que não serve pra fazer poses. Essas dolls foram por muito tempo minhas favoritas e elas mereciam ficar ainda mais lindas e posáveis com o corpo fashionistas. Agora todas elas estão com corpinhos articulados! ♥
Camera: Olympus 35 SPn (1)
Lens: Fixed 42mm f.17 G.Zukio
Film: Konica 160 Pro Expired 2010
Developer: Xtol
Scanner: Epson V600
Photoshop: Curves, Healing Brush (spotting)
Cropping: None
It was so, so sunny today so I decided to take some photos!
The bokeh in this shot wasn't even edited, so it was pretty sunny!
Hope you like it!
A Gila Woodpecker and a Harris's antelope ground squirrel each tried to claim the seed block in my back yard. The squirrel won.
Tucson, AZ
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goldfinch ~ carduelis carduelis
RSPB green status list.
Tricky photo to catch with the branch bouncing up and down in the strong wind. I think this bird was trying to stare down the sparrowhawk instead of diving for cover. Eventually the sparrowhawk moved on to hunt somewhere else.
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» The 100 Bicycles project: 100 different bicycles photographed in detail. This is bicycle number 1 .
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Wow... I... I don't know where to start....
This was a beautiful film. I can't think of any other way to say it. James Mangold has written a story that was incredibly moving and well thought out. There was a very clear direction to be taken for The Wolverine's final film, and he nailed it on the head.
This movie hit extremely close to home for me. This story of a generational gap between Father, Son, and Child is something that's not commonly addressed in everyday film or TV, even more so in the Superhero Genre.
I'm absolutely floored by how well this movie respected it's predecessors, while still maintaining a sense of individuality. LOGAN was the perfect way to finally end the X-Men saga that started with Jackman and Stewart so long ago. In a way, this whole film was comprised of many little things that interconnected and left plenty of room for story, with little to no need for unnecessary exposition. I'm really proud at how intelligent the audience was expected to be.
Something that really struck a chord with me though, was the dynamic developed among Charles, Logan, and Laura. Particularly how strong the desire Xaiver has to teach Laura about the beauties of the world, and wanting to provide a positive outlook on life, while simultaneously having a pessimistic father figure like Logan. I see myself in X23's position. In fact I see myself in all three of these characters, which is a rarity for me. I understood the confusions that X23 had about civility and manners and why things are the way things are. I felt pain and depression for Charles, just wanting what's best for the people around him because of his own past mistakes and pains. I especially felt empathy for Logan. Being the only one (barely) capable to keep the “family” together. Having a sort of weight bared down from the past wrongs in his life, while struggling to find peace.
Which inevitably he does.
Or that's how I'd like to see it.
It's strange. Because it's a sad ending... but it's a happy one too. There's a sense of accomplishment and pride, making it through this journey with him. Like... it's been seventeen years since we first met this guy (for me anyway), and we've gone though all these hardships with him, the good (X2, DOFP) and the bad (Origins, X3, etc). And Logan's finally found a belonging and purpose. He loved.... and I think he finally saw that.
Part of me is glad that it's over. Part of me is somber for what's to come and what has been.
I don't know if that was the goal for this film but that's what I walked away with.
I'm also really proud at how well this handled people struggling with PTSD, Suicide, and Mental Illness. LOGAN particularly shows us that despite our failings and our minds breaking down as we get older, there's always someone (even if it's only just one person) standing there willing to hold out a hand.
Charles burial was very moving for me. People deal with grief in many different ways, and Hugh Jackman held an incredible performance showing how a person struggling with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder would handle a loss. They go down fighting. They're angry and scared and they don't want to admit their pain.
My own father has had episodes like this. ...I've had episodes like this.
And speaking from experience, having someone to care for you after event's like this is hard. Excepting help from people who care about you is really really hard....
And I know that even though this is just a movie, it gives me a sense of outward perspective on times like this in my own life. It's a good slap in the face like “Hey! Stop it! Your life isn't nearly as bad as Wolverine's!”
In a way, I needed a movie like this.
There's been a lot of talk about how this R rating was gonna hurt the film. I feel that the intelligence and depth at it's core needed a rating like this. I don't think this film could've held the same kind of impact that it did. You couldn't have moments like Logan's episode be as raw as they were without the cursing, so to speak.
Additionally there wasn't the need for hand-holding or overbearing narratives. You couldn't get the film you did if you constantly had to remind the audience that they're in The Future or have to show flashbacks to the Weapon X Program in the 80's. You could have a single line of dialogue for a plot point and be done with it. Anything else additionally can be used in an art form or an emotional/story derivative, which is exactly what happened! It was perfect!
Hell, the mere concept that you can create a dialogue heavy, three act, genre breaking, piece of art blows my mind!
And it was under the 20th Century Fox Banner?! Crazy! :P
I mean, what more is there to say? The cinematography was fantastic! The setting of midwestern farmlands and North Dakota forests, and the colors! Oh man what a great rustic palette!
The story was perfect for a concept like this. A bit on the nose at times, but the motivation was very clear cut and gave plenty of opportunity to expand on character. It was like reading a book, and I loved it! It wasn't some “blue light into the sky” BS, it was a real story! With real characters and real settings and just... wow! :)
I'm speechless!
James Mangold, you will forever have my heart.
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Patreon's got an extensive look at the build, including some things out of frame and focus, plus some lighting tips, and an extra Patreon Exclusive photo, only seen there :)
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It's funny how some distance
Makes everything seem small.
landscape picture at the morning and amazing sunlight come through the clouds
Olcenengo still had more to offer: at 15:40, the night train from Reggio di Calabria to Torino Porta Nuova should have popped by - but instead, I got treated to this rather odd combination of four boxes and two tigers. E652.087 (in the rather elegant new Mercitalia livery) and E652.172 (in a, shall we say, different livery) are conveying four wagons loaded with containers (two of which are curtain side containers) towards unknown destinations in the west. Olcenengo, 02-10-2019.
Taken in Engelberg, in the mountains of Switzerland
I had the opportunity to mount a Canon 100-400 EF lens on the dslr to test it out.
I loved the results!
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It’s so hot that I decided to cool off in the drain gutter thingy to the side of my driveway. The last time we had temperatures this high in mid June was 1954. I wasn’t around then.
It's not a mighty waterfall, but Berea Falls still provides many interesting views. Best of all, it's close to my home. Bring your ND grad and add trains crossing over the railroad bridge for a really unique local image.
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