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Apparently the mouse sensed the presence of a CAT too as it stayed hidden. Generally Fynn prefers birds but they have a clear advantage as they can fly.
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Model: Natalia
Location: St.Albert
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During our skype conversation last night Laura was pestering me to upload more photos, so here is one I took of her last summer. :)
The Huston Capitol, so called because architect Joseph Miller Huston designed and oversaw the construction of this, the third building to serve as the Capitol of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
from the self-poised center of all depths and breadths and heights,
a glance that gifts me conviction and makes you increasingly dear.
entering the un-rushed grounding of an experience and being open to the moment subtly revealed the wisdom; revelations of many heart moments unfalteringly unfolding and laid bare, 'to love, not use' instead of 'to use, not love.' a string of fulfilled and lived experiences through attention of Heart to what ought to be central and visible in affection; not mentally preoccupied to the timepiece of an invisible ego.
like swans formed as paintings of light and sculpted down to their essences - shaping an innermost world as gracefully & inexorably as its purest visible manifestations, is done through the radiance and rhythm of truthfulness, tenderness and faithfulness; and such purity of thought restores our subtle and respectful sight & our melodious listening. entering the meditative scope of a thought in a many-faceted landscape at break of dawn, each small wonder magnifies through this companionable presence.
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Homily072124-16SunOT
We seem to live in troubled times. Last week father Sebatian mentioned that we need to rise above the things that easily divide us. As our faithful shepherd, he told us not to lose hope. I am grateful that our pastor, has a very calming presence among us. He consistently tells us to keep our eyes on Jesus, the truth, the way, and the life. It seems simple enough, but so many people that surround us, outside these peaceful walls, go about their own business not needing a shepherd. Each of us have stories of loved ones that listen to other voices fighting for a resting place in their heads. We live in a world that wants us to live on the edge of chaos where hope is banished. Sometimes we may lose hope, but we know how to recover-it is here in our community where we know that peace is found. It is here where we meet Christ, our shepherd.
From our first reading from Jeremiah, we hear about the discord and divisions among the flock of Israel by corrupt and false shepherds who are leading the people astray. We can relate! We live in a culture that bombards us with chatter, especially in our political arena. Who and what do we listen to? What false shepherd has snagged our attention? Jeremiah reminds us that the God of Israel will always gather his people and raise up shepherds to care for them-this passage also applies to us.
In our second reading from Ephesians, Saint Paul (acting in his role of a shepherd) is bringing together two groups…Jewish Christians and non-Jewish Christians. The first group was still hanging on to their Jewish laws and customs and the gentile converts… who did not relate or live with such laws. Saint Paul in this case, is calming these two groups by reminding them that through the blood of Christ, they who were once divided-have become one in Christ. This is also what unifies us, even in our differences, and this unity is most visible when we receive communion-Christ… the shepherd residing in each of us.
What is interesting about our Gospel reading from Mark, we get to meet the crowd of curious people following Jesus and his apostles…they are alluded to as sheep without a shepherd. Jesus and the disciples are tired and looking for a place to rest-the disciples had just returned from the mission that Jesus had sent them on. The only rest they will find from the crowd, unfortunately, is on the journey in the boat. When they arrived at their destination, the hungry crowds were waiting. The question that needs to be asked is what are the crowds waiting for? Jesus is very aware of their needs and desires to teach them.
As we live our ordinary lives, as faithful Christians, we also have an awareness of the many sheep who surround us that are without a shepherd. We know that many of them are listening to and being guided by false shepherds. Their messages are carried heavily on social media, TV and radio. Others quickly mimic their ideas and make them their own. Who are these individuals? They are our neighbors, friends and family. The content of their message is divisive and appealing but can easily be countered when compared to the Gospel message.
Our call and responsibility, as disciples of Christ are to engage with these individuals in the way we live our lives, in our acts of kindness, and sometimes with words.
For example, a few days ago, the doorbell rang at our house. The camera revealed that it was a nicely dressed couple. I guessed that they were Jehovah Witnesses. The temptation was not to answer the door, but my inner voice said be kind, and answer. I greeted them with a peaceful smile. Graciously, I indicated that our home is a Catholic home. I told them politely and truthfully that we do believe that Jesus is God in our myst. They disagreed, and we parted ways…with a gentle smile. No confrontation, and only the truth that separates us.
As disciples of Christ, sometimes we will be cast into a shepherd’s role…whether it be in our immediate families, or within our circles of influence, or here in our local church. Regardless, our most important Shepherd Jesus Christ that we will receive in a moment also invites us to take HIM out into a broken world. His sheep are waiting. Our Psalm 23 tells us not to fear anything…beside restful waters he leads us…he refreshes our souls.
Friendship is like a tree. It is not measured by how tall it could be but how deeply the roots have grown.
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
“they come different
and the same
with each it is different and the same
with each the absence of love is different
with each the absence of love is the same” ~Samuel Beckett
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We have other types of butterflies. Tiger swallowtails, black swallowtails, common buckeyes . . . But, something about the presence of a monarch captures the attention in a different way.
Hungary
(Upupa epops)
The hoopoe is unique for its rufous plumage and large, often ruffled (photo), orange feathers with black tips.
This insectivore captures its prey by foraging in the ground with its long, curved beak, enabling it to detect prey without seeing it (insect larvae, crickets, earthworms, etc.). It needs insects in abundance, and its presence is a sign of good ecological health.
In winter, European hoopoes migrate to Africa.
La huppe fasciée est unique avec son plumage roux et sa grande huppe souvent hérissée (photo) en plumes oranges à bout noir.
Cet insectivore capture ses proies en fouillant le sol avec son long bec courbe qui lui permet de détecter des proies sans les voir (larves d'insectes, grillons, vers de terre...). Il lui faut des insectes en abondance, et sa présence est un indice de bonne santé écologique.
En hiver les huppes européennes migrent en Afrique.
3 swallow chicks sensing the presence of their mom trying to get her attention
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Salkantay Mountain is the highest peak in the Vilcabamba mountain range, part of the Peruvian Andes, 6,271 m (20,574 ft).
I was walking along a path when I looked up and saw this tree. I smiled. I had photographed it two years ago. It caught my eye then as it catches it now. It has an unforgettable presence.
dawn, Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Ohio. unedited image.
Assassin's Creed Unity
Hattiwatti Tools | Timestop CT by Otis_Inf | Nvidia DSR | Reshade | Camera Raw
Note:
Forget the superficial elements,
and be grateful of every presence of blessings.
Love One Another.
Happy Eid Mubarak.
Leusden, The Netherlands - 2022.
Hasselblad 500C + Distagon 50mm, Fuji Provia 100F, texture overlays.
La paréidolie est le fait de voir des formes qui nous sont familières dans des éléments qui nous entourent.