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Accelerating over alien terrain against air resistance at a approximately 1,264.8 feet/second squared Northeast.
Just a little something I made a while ago.
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A note to Flickr's administration: Why? Seriously, why?
I'm not stupid, I've noticed over the past couple months before logging in how non-members view the beta version of Flickr while members use the sweet, wonderful original once logged in. Now that EVERYONE sees and has to use the impractical beta version, it begs the question: Is Flickr prioritizing nonmembers over the people who actually use it? I haven't seen any Flickr users who profess to prefer this version over the other. Most hate it, and are being driven away.
We can leave, if that's what you want...
In June 2020, after experiencing a devastating spring due to COVID, New York State announced that certain businesses could begin partially opening again. New York City’s response included a program called Open Restaurants, which allowed restaurants to use sidewalks and parking spaces for outdoor, socially distant dining. Owners quickly built temporary enclosures in the streets in front of their businesses to try and recover from months of shutdown. Small stretches of Brooklyn in early 2021 display the variety and feel of these enclosures. Hopefully, the Open Restaurants initiative will help these businesses to survive and may even lead to a more permanent reorienting of streets to prioritize people over cars.
I took this little series of photos when Clare came on one of her visits to us. We lost her in May this year - that's the kindest vocabulary I can use.
I have, and will have, of course, my sorrowful moments, but I recently gave myself a 'talking-to' to try hard to prioritize memories of the joyful and happy times.
This visit was in January 2015 and Clare, in her usual spirit, undertook the challenge of the long journey down from Glasgow to us in the south of England by train, bringing with her one of her former foster dogs, Flo whose owners were on holiday and had asked Clare to dogsit for them.
We all had a lovely few days together. We still had our Cairn terrier, Jinks, and it was funny: not always the friendliest of dogs, he however welcomed Flo who, in return, treated him with great disdain. I remember them sitting on opposite ends of the sofa, backs to each other.
Clare fostered around 20 rescue dogs and found new owners for them. This was in addition to her regular university admin work, her silversmithing in 'rose madder' and, last but not least, living in a 2nd floor tenement flat, house-training dogs using a communal garden down several stairs.
I'll always remember Clare's pro-active attitude to life despite her own personal challenges.
The World's Oldest Subway Tunnel And Its Advocate. Bob Diamond, a local Brooklyn resident, for years talked about finding the "lost" former Brooklyn and Jamaica/Long Island Rail Road (current day MTA LIRR) "Cobble Hill" or "Atlantic Avenue" Tunnel (not the current alignment). The whole story would take up books, but the tunnel carried trains from 1845-1861, itself a realignment from street running, and is considered the World's Oldest Subway Tunnel. From then until Bob rediscovered it in 1980 and crawled through the 2 foot wide passage, is was mostly sealed up and closed. Bob spent untold hours excavating all of the dirt by hand, eventually running his own walking tours. One of those things that we thought would be around forever, I hadn't prioritized it but finally went down for the tour with Bob on December 6, 2009. We entered through a manhole in the middle of the street and as advertised it was old, dark, dirty and gigantic. About a year later, the city pulled the permit for him to run tours and it has not been restored since. Bob died in 2021, and the future of this tunnel is unknown.
Full album and full resolution pics and prints: www.riverrailphoto.com/lirratlanticavenuetunnel
For me, K-2SO is easily the best part about Rogue One. After seeing the many awesome versions of this droid out there I was inspired to build one myself. (The folks pointing out the K2 influences in this bot got me thinking about it as well.)
I'm pretty happy with how this turned out! The shoulder/hip articulation is below my usual standards but for this build I decided to prioritize the shape and look.
I'm even happier I can stop thinking about it; I've been working on this and obsessing about it for weeks so it's nice to let my mind move onto other things (who else does this?). Of course there are still some areas I'd like to improve (*cough*feet*cough*) but what else is new?
I usually let the pieces do all the talking but in this case I couldn't resist dotting the balljoint with some eyes. I may have to relax my "rules" a bit!
75 pcs
The man who prioritizes profits over humanitarian initiatives has an unAmerican approach to how the nation interacts with the world. He grew up asking, What's in it for me?" in any action he has ever made. Shame!
The original image was A.I generated using Photoleap.
Plan Dog was drawn up by Admiral Harold Stark in 1940 which prioritized the western hemisphere in case of a war against Germany and Japan, defeating Germany would be a top priority. Early plans for invasion of Europe were drawn as a part of plan dog and Russia also pushed for a invasion in Europe to open up a second front. if the plan to invade France in 1943 when through the weapons used would still be early to mid war ranking. The American Light tank is a custom built one, a picture of it will come soon explaining it more in depth. I also didn't have my good camera and I really wanted to post this so please don't count it against the build.
At the gates of Reffen, Copenhagen’s vibrant street food haven, a message rises from repurposed containers, simple, bold, and full of promise. I want to believe these young people are trendsetters, offering a glimpse of a more sustainable, communal tomorrow. Copenhagen is one of the world’s most bike-friendly cities 🚲. It boasts over 390 km (242 miles) of dedicated bike lanes, most of them separated from car traffic for safety. More than 40% of residents commute by bike daily, even in winter (same for me here in Berlin, by the way!). Urban planning prioritizes cycling, with green wave traffic lights that let riders glide smoothly through intersections. #GreenCity #WonderfulCopenhagen
With CP's North Toronto Searchlights soon to expire with cut-overs expected in the coming years, and BNSF ramping up their deadlines of BN-Executive-Paint SD70MACs, seeing one lead under the Howland cantilevers was a sight I couldn't resist seeing.
US origin CPKC trains forbid PTC-free power from leading, and often Toronto will prioritize crew-favourites for power over anything else. Fortunately, Toronto has been power-hungry lately (case-in-point: CP 5936 is leading the autorack local in the foreground) as BNSF 9783 was originally destined for Montreal on a 132, but was promptly taken off and put trailing on a Detroit-bound 135 behind CP 9753. Usually Detroit's access to a wye guarantees the use of such prior to the power returning on 134, and I, among many other railfans, was 90% sure they would keep the AC4400 leading especially considering 9783 is PTC-less. An update shortly after midnight of 9783's leading position on 134 was posted with only 7 hours of notice to those in Toronto. This time-frame would've been much smaller, had 134 been a faster train, and perhaps a higher hp/ton ratio. These guys had 508 axles powered by only 8400 horsepower, so the slow-sailing train allowed a suckerhole to finally contact the south track after about 35 minutes of daylight, and 10 minutes to spare prior to 134's arrival.
I paused over how RL made difficult scheduling with the models, but I am finally back with The Zodiac Series!
Here comes Taurus!
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Taurus is an earth sign. Like their celestial spirit animal, Taureans enjoy relaxing in serene, bucolic environments, surrounded by soft sounds, soothing aromas, and succulent flavors. Taurus is ruled by Venus, the enchanting planet that governs love, beauty, and money. Taurus’s Venusian influence make this earth sign the most sensual of the zodiac: These cosmic oxen are enchanted by any physical manifestation of comfort and luxury. Pleasure is a necessity for epicurean Taureans and they feel most content when pampered. (Taurus governs the neck, so neck caresses are especially irresistible to these bulls.)
As a sign, Taurus is fixed, an astrological quality that reflects Taurus’s steadfast, loyal nature. Fixed signs are excellent at maintaining systems and Taureans prioritize consistency and reliability in all areas of their lives. It must be noted, however, that Taurus does have a bit of a reputation: What a Taurus perceives as dedication is often regarded by others as stubbornness. Accordingly, these bulls may end up lingering in unhealthy situations — whether relationships, jobs, or homes — longer than necessary just to prove a point. Despite their occasional obstinance, however, Taureans are dependable partners, soothing their friends and lovers with their trustworthiness and devotion.
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Credits
--♡ Model: DallasAlduin´s Avatar named Angel
--♡ Photo: by me
--♡ Sunflowers: Synnergy // Sunflower Field Scene
--♡ Sky and surroundings: The Mystic Realms at Midday
This is the sky after sunset on the summit of "Pedra Partida".
Instead of taking a long exposure photo with a lot of stars, I decided to prioritize the last light of the sun and a very big star that shone brighter than the others.
Did you know that today is International Self Care Day?
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Self Care is so important and a necessity in managing our mental health. Often we look at it like a luxury instead of something we need to prioritize. The idea that we can't pour from an empty cup is a perfect reflection on why self care is important, we can't give to others if we haven't had the chance to give back to ourselves.
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My idea of self care is usually running or cycling or time in nature (plus a good coffee and cinnamon roll).
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Au Moyen Âge, il suffisait de se promener dans les rues de Trèves pour découvrir le bon vieux temps. En effet, les gens de cette époque traitaient leur héritage historique de manière très pragmatique : les bâtiments qui ne pouvaient plus être utilisés devaient servir de carrières pour de nouvelles constructions. Et c'est ainsi que nombre des tours résidentielles en forme de forteresse qui ont vu le jour dans le centre-ville aux XIe et XIIe siècles ont souvent été construites avec des antiques matériaux de pierre romains que l'on trouvait encore partout. Seules quelques-unes de ces tours ont survécu jusqu'à aujourd'hui, - la tour des Francs du XIVe siècle, dont l'un de ses habitants se nommait Franco von Senheim, est l'une d'entre elles et aussi la mieux conservée. Dans ses murs aussi, des pierres antiques ont survécu aux âges.
La façade sans ornement et la couronne murale crénelée indiquent déjà que les constructeurs de la tour ont mis en priorité le facteur de sécurité. En fait, alors que la muraille d’enceinte antique de la ville avait été en grande partie détruite, la construction du mur d’enceinte médiéval n'était pas encore terminée. Une raison suffisante, donc, pour prouver leurs propres capacités défensives avec de petites fenêtres et des murs défiants. De plus, la porte d'entrée se trouvait au premier étage du côté est et ne pouvait être atteinte que par un escalier en bois rabattable. En cas d'attaque, les invités non invités se tenaient donc devant un mur solide et ne pouvaient pas entrer. Une porte au rez-de-chaussée n'a été ajoutée qu'au XIXe siècle.
In the Middle Ages, it was enough to walk through the streets of Trier to discover the good old days. Indeed, people of that time treated their historical heritage in a very pragmatic way: buildings that could no longer be used had to be used as quarries for new constructions. And so it is that many of the fortress-like residential towers that sprung up in the city center in the 11th and 12th centuries were often built with ancient Roman stone materials that were still found everywhere. Only a few of these towers have survived to this day - the 14th century Frankish Tower, one of whose inhabitants was named Franco von Senheim, is one of them and also the best preserved. In its walls too, ancient stones have survived the ages.
The unadorned facade and crenellated wall crown already indicate that the builders of the tower prioritized the safety factor. In fact, while the ancient city wall had been largely destroyed, the construction of the medieval city wall was not yet complete. Reason enough, then, to prove their own defensive abilities with small windows and defiant walls. Also, the front door was on the first floor on the east side and could only be reached by a folding wooden staircase. In the event of an attack, uninvited guests therefore stood in front of a solid wall and could not enter. A door on the ground floor was not added until the 19th century.
I am proud to announce this shot placed 2nd in the photo competition Astronomy Photographer of The Year 2011, category Earth and Space.
www.nmm.ac.uk/visit/exhibitions/astronomy-photographer-of...
Also check out my northern lights video where some shots was made from same location and same day as this shot:
The great team from Lonelyleap films also made a short video about me and this shot. It can be viewed here:
Another shot from last friday, march 11th.
I was out on a small arm of rocks outside of Hillesøy with my friend and fellow aurora shooter Frank. As always when you're two out shooting together you try not to climb upon each other, so I was going a few hundred meters away from him to try finding a different location and compo.
The tidal water was on a low, but going up, the rocks were slippery as h**l and I almost slipped and crushed my hip and my gear, including my brand new Nikon 14-24 lens, but luckily I managed to save it, and myself :) - For those who has been out shooting the lights with me know I can get over-excited, and I should have learned from previous trips.
Anyway, it was completely dark, but using my headlights I managed to find a few small ponds for reflections. I did not know how well the ponds would reflect, or how or where the aurora would strike at it's hardest, but luckily she showed up right where I had invited her! :)
I was shooting in bulb mode, several exposures, trying to get one well exposed all over, which is not easy when aurora is as strong as it was this night.
A mesmerising display of light almost blew my on my back yet another time.
There was a crowd of people standing outside the houses on the hills looking up, I bet they were almost as excited as I was! ;)
This one deserves to be viewed large on black!
Canon EOS 5D Mark II + Nikon 14-24 2.8G AF S @20mm f/2.8
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Ole
PLEASE PLEASE no flashy big group icons!! Real comments are always welcome, positive and constructive negative, but PLEASE spare me of those fancy flickr-idol logos!! Comments with huge pictures/logos in it will be removed. Please don't invite me to groups with the purpose of commenting on 3 pictures etc.
AGAIN! I have been deleting lot's of meaningless comments lately with nothing more than a huge logo inviting me into groups for commenting on pictures. I will comment on the pictures that I like, and I will prioritize the work of the excellent photographers that I follow! PLEASE do not invite me into these groups, spare your energy! Those logos are so impersonal I'd rather you don't post anything. Please respect this!!
Ole
In June 2020, after experiencing a devastating spring due to COVID, New York State announced that certain businesses could begin partially opening again. New York City’s response included a program called Open Restaurants, which allowed restaurants to use sidewalks and parking spaces for outdoor, socially distant dining. Owners quickly built temporary enclosures in the streets in front of their businesses to try and recover from months of shutdown. Small stretches of Brooklyn in early 2021 display the variety and feel of these enclosures. Hopefully, the Open Restaurants initiative will help these businesses to survive and may even lead to a more permanent reorienting of streets to prioritize people over cars.
Enjoy your Spring weekend in May 2020. Restrictions are loosening a bit but we must still be careful.
Stay healthy and hopeful! #BeKind
i've been busier than normal and havent really had time to process a lot of my stuff. I have been prioritizing the verticals to go on another platform, so excuse the portrait overload.
Perched atop the catwalk at Jacksonville’s Main Street Bridge, almost 60 feet above heavy traffic racing below my feet, I spotted an unusual sight; A brand new shiny FEC OCS Train.
This later turned out to be a joint business meeting between CSX and FEC executives. They would pause briefly on the Strauss Trunnion Bascule bridge before returning to the Dufford Transportation Center.
Profiled as Z101, it ran out of Bowden yard first and then west to CSX’s Kenneth C. Dufford Transportation Center off McDuff Ave. Presumably they would discuss financial matters and work to prioritize new projects.
" It's okay to see facts and nature through diverse lenses.. 🌿🔍"
It's fascinating how many individuals prioritize their beliefs and personal feelings when it comes to understanding the world.. Instead of carefully analyzing facts, they rely on intuition and emotions to guide them. In our everyday lives, we naturally gravitate towards people who share our beliefs, values, and preferences. It's comfortable and reassuring to be with those who think like us.
However, things take a thrilling twist in the BDSM community. Here, relationships involve two individuals with wildly different backgrounds and interests, coming together to explore their deepest desires and live a BDSM lifestyle. It's a world where opposites attract and passion ignites. Yet, this stark contrast in personalities and preferences can also give rise to numerous challenges, making it difficult to sustain a healthy and fulfilling relationship.
In the realm of exploration and indulgence, where boundaries are pushed and fantasies are embraced, the journey to a harmonious and lasting connection is both exhilarating and complex. Only a few can navigate the contrasting personas between partners and successfully save the relationship.
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Each person has their own unique perspective and way of interpreting the world.
Alphas tend to seek and perceive everything based on facts and the harsh realities, even if they are unpleasant. They value truth above all else, and their vision is bold and strong.
On the other hand, Betas prefer to perceive the world based on their emotions and personal comfort, even if it deviates from objective facts. Their visions are often idealistic and more fragile in nature.
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Tale : Tree and Lens 🌳🌿🔍👓
☑️ When love and BDSM principles are compared to a TREE, their biases and visions can be likened to colored GLASSES they wear to view things.
The divergent ways of thinking between Alphas and Betas create challenges in finding common ground and reaching solutions through discussion.
Alphas tend to perceive the world through a red-pill lens, emphasizing objective facts even if they are harsh or unpleasant. Meanwhile, most Betas view the world through a blue-pill lens, prioritizing subjective feelings and personal comfort, often straying from factual reality. This fundamental difference in perspective leads to disagreements, as Alphas might assert that a tree is red, while Betas argue that it is blue.
Most Alphas advocate for removing bias (take off the red glasses) to see the true color of the tree, embracing fearlessness in discovering reality through scientific analysis and observation. They believe that the color of a natural object SHOULD NOT be determined solely by social consensus or majority opinions.
Betas, however, may be inclined to rely on social norms, public opinion, and democratic processes to define truth. They argue that if the majority says the tree is blue and it brings happiness to most people, it must be accepted. The tree should be blue.
The clash of logics between Alphas and Betas revolves around the different criteria for determining right and wrong. Betas often defer to the majority's perception and societal consensus, while Alphas prioritize understanding the natural world through scientific investigation and analysis.
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" That's why I refrain from discussing and arguing with betas about what is right and wrong. Our different ways of critical thinking often lead to unproductive and heated arguments. Avoiding some discussions and contentious debates doesn't mean a person is closed-minded or lacking in broad perspective. Instead, it acknowledges the inherent differences between us that hinder meaningful discourse. We possess varying levels of analytical thinking and the courage to remove our biased perspectives and see things as they truly are, in their authentic nature.
Instead, focusing on fetishes and nurturing affection can foster stronger relationships, rather than fixating on debates about right and wrong and how things should be.
For two people who cannot perceive the tree as the same color, it's alright. In the context of BDSM, it is not a significant issue. Instead, we should concentrate on what truly matters and engage in discussions on those topics! "
___________ Scarlett Saphira
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Dress: Belle Epoque - Alba - Menta / @ The Fantasy Room
Belle Epoque - Mainstore
Explore # 207 on Thursday, 2 September 2009 - the 374th
Just glad to be slowly back in the mainstream of flickr. Missed my friends here but there was so little that I can do as i was compelled to prioritize work as there were deadlines to meet. Too bad, I only have old pics to share this time.
Basically as she arrived from Barry scrapyard over six months earlier.
To this day in 2022 the loco has yet to be restored and has spent most of its time on the Bluebell Railway under a tarpaulin as the railway also has 80064 and 80151 from the same class, so they are prioritized over this loco.
A scan from a print of unknown origins.
All Rights Reserved and no reproduction or use unless I know you personally and have given permission.
my desk....
For Jule's photo challenge group, something that needs organized...2/17/14
it's not so much messy...it really needs prioritized...lol...but it is all boring so where to start? lol
Plan Dog was drawn up by Admiral Harold Stark in 1940 which prioritized the western hemisphere in case of a war against Germany and Japan, defeating Germany would be a top priority. Early plans for invasion of Europe were drawn as a part of plan dog and Russia also pushed for a invasion in Europe to open up a second front. if the plan to invade France in 1943 when through the weapons used would still be early to mid war ranking. The American Light tank is a custom built one, a picture of it will come soon explaining it more in depth. I also didn't have my good camera and I really wanted to post this so please don't count it against the build.
there have been some very pretty skies at sunset this week ... and the weather almost warm for the middle of May here :-)
3rd evening I had a chance and prioritized getting Saxon out somewhere we could appreciate it :-)
eta: I totally missed the challenge for this week, will make amends next week, I promise
64-0989-5, fabricație 1973 Electroputere Craiova, reparație capitală cu remotorizare și recarosare în anul 2005, în serviciu comercial cu trenul InterRegio Night 1942 Mangalia - Satu Mare.
La nici măcar o oră distanță în spatele acestui tren circulă și trenul 1641 în relația București Nord - Satu Mare.
In stația Baia Mare pasagerii din trenul 1942 așteaptă 50 minute pentru atașarea vagoanelor celuilalt tren și continuarea călătoriei până în stația finală.
Dacă s-ar ține cont de interesele călătorilor, și nu de cele meschine a unor șefi de sindicat, orarele celor două trenuri ar fi corelate și cuplarea acestora s-ar face mai repede, fără a cauza disconfort pentru călători.
Locomotive 64-0989-5, built in 1973 by Electroputere Craiova, underwent a general overhaul with engine replacement and bodywork reconstruction in 2005. It is currently in commercial service hauling InterRegio Night train 1942, Mangalia – Satu Mare.
Less than an hour behind this train runs train 1641, Bucharest North – Satu Mare.
At Baia Mare station, passengers from train 1942 must wait 50 minutes for the coupling of coaches from the other train before continuing the journey to the final destination.
If passenger interests were prioritized over the petty concerns of certain union leaders, the timetables of the two trains would be coordinated, and the coupling operation would take place more promptly—avoiding unnecessary inconvenience for travelers.
Jibou, Sălaj (RO)
♦ Instructions available at Rebrickable ♦
"This is where the fun begins!"
My latest ship from the Prequel Trilogy has arrived, and it surely was a lot of fun to make: here's Obi Wan's Eta-2 Actis Interceptor from Episode III - Revenge of the Sith and The Clone Wars.
This small unit consists of 281 pieces (stand included), and has one major feature: true Minifig scale!
There's a handful of beautiful MOCs of this ship out there already, but most of them are based on the huge cockpit piece from the playsets, so they're drastically oversized. So here I am with a, dare I say, more accurately scaled version.
It does come with a drawback, you guessed it: you can't put a fig inside. A bit ironic I know, but I chose to go for a brick-built cockpit in order to get as close to the original design as I could, prioritizing accuracy over playability, as usual.
The wings were pretty challenging given the ridiculously small scale, and my goal was to have them as thin as possible without compromising the SNOT look.
I'm quite happy with the result and I think this makes a nice little display piece. It's also very swooshable despite the intricate wing design.
I'm usually not a fan of stickers, but I thought this one deserved some sweet markings. I used the sticker sheet from the playset - it is included in the parts list. The color scheme can be changed to red with only a few part swaps (see last page in the instructions).
► Instructions for the Eta-2 Actis Interceptor are available at Rebrickable!
Explored!!
Sometimes, it’s all about the journey.
Sometimes, it really is about the destination...I’ll let you guys decide!!
Well, it’s been a great journey, thanks to everyone who stuck with me this far.
Over the last few months I’ve met some wonderful people here on FLICKR, and with you guys…
I daydreamed ( www.flickr.com/photos/osvaldoeaf/4715939611/ )
I remmenessed ( www.flickr.com/photos/osvaldoeaf/4723608458/ )
I chillaxed ( www.flickr.com/photos/osvaldoeaf/4750488754/ )
I hung out ( www.flickr.com/photos/osvaldoeaf/4779449317/ )
I flew back home ( www.flickr.com/photos/osvaldoeaf/4866979415/ )
I prioritized ( www.flickr.com/photos/osvaldoeaf/4957029662/ )
I found what was there all allong ( www.flickr.com/photos/osvaldoeaf/4979702852/ )
I got into the groove ( www.flickr.com/photos/osvaldoeaf/4995346263/ )
I got back on the road ( www.flickr.com/photos/osvaldoeaf/5002227042/ )
I went the extra mile ( www.flickr.com/photos/osvaldoeaf/5021586917/ )
I got a front row sit ( www.flickr.com/photos/osvaldoeaf/5031693344/ )
I saw things in a new perspective ( www.flickr.com/photos/osvaldoeaf/5046345246/ )
I felt lonely ( www.flickr.com/photos/osvaldoeaf/5058137969/ )
I said so many things ( www.flickr.com/photos/osvaldoeaf/5072471191/ )
I went back in the day ( www.flickr.com/photos/osvaldoeaf/5081614800/ )
I walked in fields of gold ( www.flickr.com/photos/osvaldoeaf/5094966768/ )
I arrived in greener pastures ( www.flickr.com/photos/osvaldoeaf/5100488263/ )
I found what’s left ( www.flickr.com/photos/osvaldoeaf/5087239954/ )
I walked on sunshine ( www.flickr.com/photos/osvaldoeaf/5107298871/ )
I got through the thorns of vanity ( www.flickr.com/photos/osvaldoeaf/5119185478/ )
I became vigilant ( www.flickr.com/photos/osvaldoeaf/5124875092/ )
I looked at the big picture ( www.flickr.com/photos/osvaldoeaf/5128206883/ )
I got the blues ( www.flickr.com/photos/osvaldoeaf/5144487211/ )
I went down memory lane ( www.flickr.com/photos/osvaldoeaf/5150657941/ )
I forgave and redeemed ( www.flickr.com/photos/osvaldoeaf/5163642761/ )
I got up, moved on and crossed the bridge ( www.flickr.com/photos/osvaldoeaf/5171338433/ )
I got over the muddy waters ( www.flickr.com/photos/osvaldoeaf/5174478549/ )
I went on a journey ( www.flickr.com/photos/osvaldoeaf/5225623783/ )
And now, we’ve reached the end of the road… soon it will be time to open that gate and start a whole new and different adventure, exploring a new territory, and I hope I can still count on you to come with me. Remember: Few relationships are important enough to never die.
Stay tuned to find out what’s on the other side.
In June 2020, after experiencing a devastating spring due to COVID, New York State announced that certain businesses could begin partially opening again. New York City’s response included a program called Open Restaurants, which allowed restaurants to use sidewalks and parking spaces for outdoor, socially distant dining. Owners quickly built temporary enclosures in the streets in front of their businesses to try and recover from months of shutdown. Small stretches of Brooklyn in early 2021 display the variety and feel of these enclosures. Hopefully, the Open Restaurants initiative will help these businesses to survive and may even lead to a more permanent reorienting of streets to prioritize people over cars.
Another Friday spent along the rails of Cape Cod did not disappoint.
My main goal was to photograph newly repainted FL9 2011 which I did and then I had planned to again photograph the meet and swap with the northbound energy train. But those plans got changed when Mass Coastal train MC2 was unexpectedly thrown into the mix. They came down from Rochester with a string of empty C&D gons for Cassova at Otis which they were going to swap out with loads before heading back north to Rochester and on to Wareham.
They had to hold the main here at Taylor for a bit waiting for Cape Cod Central passenger train to finish up their station work and clear up the single track there. With the excursion train safely tucked in the siding here at MP 54.9 on the MassDOT owned and Mass Coastal operated former New Haven Cape Mainline, MC2 is pulling south.
Leading the way is MC 2008, a GP9RM blt. Apr. 1956 as CN 2020. On the south end of the passenger train is MC2009, a rare model GP28 built by EMD in Nov. 1964 for the Illinois Central as their #9439. Only 31 of the 1800 hp units were built and only 16 of those were for US roads.
Once the bridge is lowered the 2008 will head south toward the Falmouth Branch and on to Otis meeting the waiting energy train at Canal Jct. The latter will use the same bridge closing to scoot back here and hold the main for a meet and crew swap with the passenger consist before they each then head on their respective ways to Seamass and back down to the station.
For a small little shortline it sure got busy here for a moment requiring some decisions on what I wanted to prioritizing shooting. Not a bad problem to have!
Wareham, Massachusetts
Friday September 15, 2023
"But where are the clowns?
Quick, send in the clowns
Don't bother they're here..."
Yes, they are.... right here.
My day off....
My "To Do" list is pages and pages long. I never cross anything off it, I only add to the bottom of the list. So when I got up today.... my first thought.... I think I will go back to this location and pull those weeds to the right of the doorway because I might need this location again. Yup... and there you have it... my thought process, my inability to prioritize, and the reason nothing gets crossed off of my to do list (although.... if I add.... "pull the weeds at an abandoned building" to the list... I WILL have something to cross off! OK, works for me!)
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As an update.... my co-worker loved his Clown Birthday card. My favorite part of all of it... when he looked at me... and asked me.... so, tell me how you did this. Where is that clown from? (meaning,,, where did you copy and paste him from).... oh.... THAT'S ME!!... coworker's jaw drops, he stutters.... and finally spits out the words.... "ohhhhh, Torrie.... that just takes that to a whole other level." (I will never forget that look on his face) So.... there you go.... I have achieved a whole new level of craziness (Let's be serious... I probably would have gotten there, eventually, anyway). And the photo.... three weeks later... sits on his desk.... with a sad deflated red balloon hanging from it and a vase full of very dead flowers. And he says he likes it that way.... I'm not exactly sure what his clients must think of HIM at this point...and that kind of takes HIM to a whole other level, too...
...and the saddesr part is that I doubt if I will EVER be able to top this birthday card (but it's not like I won't at least try....afterall... I DO have PRIORITIES!!)
(and on a side note... this clown costume just might be the best $5 I have ever spent... I really love it! Have I just achieved another level?!)
Slussen is and will continue to be an important hub for all types of traffic. Now Slussen is being rebuilt to become a safer and more attractive place to stay. At the same time, drinking water is being secured for two million people.
After over 80 years, Slussen was worn out and therefore needed to be demolished and rebuilt from scratch. For example, the concrete was not saltwater resistant and weathered in many places, and as a result of inadequate foundations, settlements of up to 25 cm have occurred.
Slussen also needs to be rebuilt to reduce flood risks and secure drinking water. The new Slussen enables the tapping of almost five times as much water from Lake Mälaren as before.
At the same time, the area is being adapted to meet the needs of today's and tomorrow's Stockholmers with a new traffic solution that prioritizes cycling and walking. But Slussen is not only to be a traffic solution, but also a meeting place where people can meet and socialize, which is made possible by the new plans.
Residing in the Underground Caves and over the Black Market Hour bi weekly on sundays
Our guild employs intelligence and covert tactics in a continuous battle against celestial beings. We specialize in monitoring angels and other factions, providing critical information to the highest bidders. Additionally, we're dedicated to retrieving wayward angels and errant mortals, reminding them of their purpose. We tirelessly patrol the infernal regions, ensuring the skies remain free from avian interlopers and looking for the next one to be sold in the black market
Most importantly, we prioritize unity and mutual support within our guild, standing by one another when the need arises. We launch strategic raids and perform rescue operations as necessary, adapting our actions to the prevailing circumstances.
Many Different types of Roles available for Demons and Mortals
Ask for Notecard for more info of guild and roles
The Buick Super is a full-sized automobile produced by Buick from 1940 through the 1958 model years, with a brief hiatus from 1943 through 1945. The first generation shared the longer wheelbase with the top level Roadmaster while offering the smaller displacement engine from the Buick Special. The Super prioritized passenger comfort over engine performance. For several years, it was called the "Buick Eight" or "Super Eight" due to the engravement on the grille while all Buick's since 1931 were all installed with the Buick Straight-8 engine with varying engine displacement.
Super returned as a performance trim level on V8-powered LaCrosse and Lucerne sedans from 2008 until 2011.
The 1942 Super coupes adopted the appealing Sedanet fastback style that had been the sensation of 1941 on Century and Special. New wider and lower bodies were offered and "Airfoil" front fenders that flowed into the lines of the rear fenders were introduced on convertibles and sedanet models. The Super had new front fender trim featuring parallel chrome strips. Also featured for 1942 was a handsome new grille with a lower outline and thin vertical strips. A feature shared with other Buicks was a new interior air intake positioned near the front center grille that eliminated the old cowl-level ventilator. The number of body styles was reduced to three with the elimination of the one year only Business coupe.[1]
After the government prohibited the use of chrome on January 1, 1942 a number of body styles were dropped and most trim was now painted. Cast iron pistons were used in the 248 cu in (4.1 L) Fireball straight-eight engine. The last of the 1942 Buicks were completed on February 4, 1942. Only 33,034 Supers were built in the abbreviated model year.[1]
In 1946 Buick once again combined the large Series 70 Roadmaster body with the economical Series 40 Special powerplant to create the Series 50 Super line. Basic styling was continued from 1942 now sedans had the front fender sweep across the doors to the rear fenders as did the Sedanet and convertible styles. A stamped grille with vertical bars dominated the frontal ensemble. Single stainless body trim lines began on the front fenders and ended at the rear edge of the standard rear wheelhouse shields. Standard equipment included an automatic choke, clock, ash receiver, turn signals and a painted woodgrain instrument panels.[5] Exterior series identification was found on the crossbar between the bumper guards front and rear. Cloisonne emblems carried the Super emblem. Compound Carburetion was eliminated and the compression ratio was reduced to 6.30:1. As a consequence the 1946 Super's horsepower fell from 125 to 110. Torque on the other hand was hardly affected. The number of body styles increased to four with the return of the Estate wagon after a six year absence. A total of 119,334 units were sold. The front suspension was independent with coil springs.[6] 76.98% of Buick sales this year were Supers. Wikipedia
As a photographer who prioritizes capturing uplifting, hopeful images, it’s really difficult for me to photograph images with any semblance of decay or destruction, but as the sun was setting and casting interesting shadows on these wildfire devastated trees in the El Dorado National Forest, I experienced a profound respect for the life and death they endured. Minimal post-processing was required to convey the reverent mood I was seeking in these images, primarily relying upon Adobe Lightroom’s latest color grading panel, which really has a profound impact on the mood of an image using slight color adjustments in the highlights, shadows and midtones.
On the ferry heading back from Coronado.
I've been busy lately. I'm quite naughty to be posting here and not writing my advertising paper. So I ought to get back to that, really. But I have built myself a 'working' route for my rail trip, and thought I'd look for a little feedback. It's still too dense, and I don't think I can manage all of this in the timeframe I've allotted. I'd love your input on what places I should prioritize and what places I should save for another time:
START Toronto
01 Montreal – 2 nights
02 Boston – 1 night
03 NewYork – 2 nights
04 Philadelphia – 2 nights
05 DC – 2 nights
06 Richmond – 2 nights
07 Charleston – 1 night
08 Savannah – 1 night
09 New Orleans – 1 day [I've been here before]
10 Memphis – 2 nights
11 Chicago – 2 nights
12 St Louis – 1 day
13 Kansas City – 1 day
14 Albuquerque – 2 nights
15 Flagstaff – 1 day
16 LA – 1 day
END San Diego
Q: charleston or savannah?
Q: is it even worth stopping in flagstaff?
23250 McKay Avenue
Maple Ridge, BC Canada
A Harbour Authority (HA) is a non-profit, locally controlled organization which operates under a head lease with the Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) to operate and maintain a DFO-owned public commercial fishing harbour in the best interests of the commercial fishing fleet.
The harbour facility consists entirely of the property and water lots under the ownership of DFO – Small Craft Harbours (SCH).
An HA must operate the harbour as a public facility in accordance with the terms of the head lease and must at all times prioritize the needs of the commercial fishing industry above all else.
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Thank-you for your visit, and any faves or comments are always greatly appreciated.
Sonja
With a Paducah Rebuild GP10 in tow, BNSF Train J ABIAUM1 30A rounds the curve at 30th Street as it leaves the KCT Railway for the BNSF Ft. Scott Sub. on Main Track 2 as Engineer Wil Burke gives us a friendly wave.
Though the "high-wide" symbol might be somewhat misleading, railroads commonly use this prefix type on expedited or high value moves to differentiate from other less prioritized trains, or ones that require less special handling. The hopper car is along for the ride to satisfy minimum axle requirements for properly shunting signal systems.
The GP10 was built for Illinois Central as GP9 IC 9120 in 12-1955 with a builder number of 20758 frame number 5409-3. In March 1973 it emerged from shop as a graduate of the ICG's Paducah Rebuild program as ICG 8329 as a GP10. It was later sold to the US Army, and renumbered USAX 1873. Later retired and sold to S&S Leasing and renumbered SSRX 1873, it soon found a new home on the Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad and renumbered MRSR 9120, regaining its original number, while owned by American Heritage Railways in 2016.
It was painted in the Milwaukee Road-inspired livery as seen here and pulled trains in Washington until COVID-19 shut the railroad down, and eventually forced AHR to seek a new owner.
The locomotive was then moved into storage on the Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad in Abilene, KS; the ASVR being a fairly recently affiliated partner with AHR. The Branson Scenic Railway was purchased by AHR in 2024, and the movement of the locomotive was expedited to that property in this special move in order to restore service for their busy Independence Day holiday week of excursions due to their GP30, BSRX 99 experiencing a sudden prime mover failure.
The engine was interchanged to the MNA Railroad at Aurora, MO, quickly wyed, and raced to Branson to be placed in service. By July 3rd it had been turned, serviced, tested, and re-lettered to pull the train out of Branson, facing south.
Locomotives: BNSF 6578, HRMX 9120
6-30-25
Kansas City, MO
But I'm getting better at admitting when I'm wrong
I'm happier than ever, at least that's my endeavor
To keep myself together and prioritize my pleasure
I am at last happy to announce to you all my LEGO A-4E Skyhawk MOC – in John S. McCain III’s livery. If anyone reading has been following me for a long time – first off, I thank you sincerely for your support – some may remember the A-4E I built quite some time ago now, also in John McCain’s livery. This one is pretty much a ground up rebuild of my initial Skyhawk and is for the most part entirely a novel design.
The model itself, in terms of features, has retractable landing gear, space for a minifigure in the cockpit (BARELY), and deployable airbrakes. Due to the construction of the wing and the standards I wanted to prioritize for looks, I did not incorporate working flaps or leading edge slats like I had initially planned. However, like I said, my priority if in doubt was nailing the look and accuracy of the model on display – and I feel I have approximated that to the best of my current abilities… though I know I can always improve! Let me know your thoughts though!
The NDC’s rapid response forces and special operations commandos utilizes a small number of customized versions of both the C404 and 405. Nicknamed ‘Black Dogs’ these vehicles prioritize speed and firepower over armor protection, and works as ground mobility and support vehicles.
Banff. So many amazing locations to shoot. Way too many to shoot during the golden hours over a four day visit. After a number of visits (five, if you are counting), it gets easier to prioritize which ones are the best at sunrise and sunset. That leaves other times of the day for everything else. Some photographers will tell you that for a photo to be good, you must shoot during the golden hours. I agree with them to a degree. If you are lucky enough to have good weather with nice cumulous clouds, the light that you get at sunrise and sunset can't be matched (it's not called golden hours for nothing). But to stop shooting because the golden light is gone is simply hogwash to me. Take this photo of Johnson Lake that I took in mid-afternoon. It wasn't the best conditions that I had on this visit. In fact, it was dreary most of the afternoon. If you are patient and wait long enough, you might get a little sunlight breaking through and lighting the treetops and clouds.
When Peppers has had his fill of weeds, he prioritizes pats and brushing. He's a very sweet goat, and loves attention.
For the railroads, the holidays see high demand in rail traffic, thus running more trains and prioritizing trains more than others. A good example of this is UP’s southbound I-5 corridor stack train as during the holidays it becomes high priority. Though usually running under IBRLC (or during 2023 ISELC) the I symbol gets changed to a Z, which identifies the train as high priority. Seeing this train, it was clear that they were high priority as they wasted no time getting to Los Angeles, keeping themselves right on the edge of the speed limit. Soon after the holidays, the symbol would revert back to an I train until the next holiday season.
We hiked for several hours up the mountains through territory unfamiliar to me, carrying two days worth of gear and slipping and sliding our way through the first real snowfall of the year, our sight limited by surrounding fog so thick we couldn't see more than a few feet in any direction. The night was spent a cabin that seemed in the middle of nowhere, as if suspended in time and space - lost in the whiteout fog and silence of the empty mountains for miles around. Silent, save for the joyful laughter of good friends that could be heard from inside the cabin, perhaps spurred on by the wine and chocolate that somehow was prioritized to be carried up the mountain. Night passed, morning came, the fog still heavy... We wandered through the fresh blankets of snow, hoping and waiting for the sun to break through. And then, it did. The mist began to roll back down the mountain, lit brilliant gold by the rising sun, and we got our first view of our surroundings as I took this self-portrait. I can't remember if I said any words in particular during this moment, but I do remember my heart soaring and feeling the happiest I've felt in a long time, standing here in my element and witnessing one of the most beautiful sunrises I've ever seen. It will be a long time before I ever forget this one.
It's been a while since I've been away from Flickr. It feels like forever. I will not drain you with my reasons, suffice to say, sometimes life needs some prioritizing. I hope to stay on course and do my best to catch up with your streams, which I've missed.
Hace unos dias que he estado fuera de Flickr y parece que ha sido mucho tiempo. No les aburriré con mis razones, suficiente decir que en la vida, a veces hay que priorizar las cosas. Trataré de mantenerme y ponerme al día con sus galerías, que he extrañado.
Your visit and comments are appreciated.
Su visita y comentarios son agradecidos.
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en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kananaskis_Country
Kananaskis Country (also known as K-Country) is a multi-use area located west of Calgary in the foothills and front ranges of the Canadian Rockies, Alberta, Canada. Its western edge borders Banff National Park and the Alberta-British Columbia border. The region owes its name to the Kananaskis River, which was named by John Palliser in 1858 after a legendary Cree Native. Covering an area of approximately 4,000 km2 (1,500 sq mi), Kananaskis Country was established by the Alberta Government in 1978 to provide a variety of land uses and designations. Land uses include resource extraction activities (such as forestry, cattle grazing, water, oil and gas), recreation, power generation, and residential communities. Land designations include public land and protected areas
The late 19th century and early 20th century saw the development of commercial use such as lumbering, hydroelectric developments, and coal mining in the eastern slopes of the Rockies, which included what is now the Kananaskis region. When control over natural resources and Crown land was transferred from federal responsibility to Alberta in 1930, the province’s natural resources were considered to be a source of considerable wealth that would stay within the province. This led to more commercial use and the establishing of a provincial park system. Tourism and recreational demand also increased after the Second World War.[
Increased recreational use, especially after the completion of industrial access roads, led to serious environmental problems in the eastern slopes area. The environmental effects of the petroleum industry and coal mining were also causing problems that needed to be minimized. Environmental protection, including the importance of protecting and regulating stream flow, became a concern, which led to the establishment of Kananaskis Country, whose main intent was to provide recreational opportunities that were balanced with resource protection and commercial interests.
Kananaskis Country was officially dedicated by Alberta Premier Peter Lougheed in September 1978. Although Kananaskis Country is often mistaken to be a single park, it comprises several provincial parks, wildland provincial parks, provincial recreation areas, an ecological reserve and Crown Land, and provides for various uses that include recreation, tourism, industry and preservation. The primary reason for Kananaskis Country's establishment, however, was to accommodate recreational pursuits. The Kananaskis Country subregional Integrated Resource Plan ensures that all activities are planned and facilities are developed to prioritize conservation and environmental protection. Not all areas of Kananaskis Country are covered by the same measure of protection and each area has its own permitted activities.The main (regional) Kananaskis parks office is located in Canmore.
Improvement District No. 5 (Kananaskis), which shares most of its boundaries with Kananaskis Country, is the municipal region that provides local government and municipal services including fire protection, ambulance service, garbage handling, water, sewer, collecting taxes, and business licensing. Kananaskis Improvement District's municipal office is located in Kananaskis Village.
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Five Union Pacific ACs lead the super hot Premium Intermodal train down into the bottom of Caliente as the train gets ready to make a 180º turn. The train is finishing off a fast decent down the Tehachapi's, as the Tacoma South Intermodal Terminal "TacSim", WA bound train stopped everything on the mountain Uphill and Downhill. Now that Union Pacific only runs northbound Z-train the running of this train and the ZLCLT are really prioritized even with work windows in effect.