Whitetail Deer fawns, Brown County, Wisconsin USA

Too bad this image was not composed better. I cropped it in a bit to make it somewhat work.

The young one to the rear was trying to sniff me out over the head of the sibling. These creatures, especially when they are young, seem to prioritize what their nose tells them over that of their eyes. Apparently my honest face and non-threatening scent is an asset in the bubble of my wildlife photography. Mosquitos on the face of the fawn in front.

Remember what I told you?

Credits:

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➧ Skin - [Avarosa] Taeyang @Mainstore

➧ Hair - [Vango] Spencer @Man Cave January

➧ Sunglasses - [+SEKAI+] x Sunglasses @Cosmopolitan

➧ Earrings - [DAE] Purgatory Earrings @Man Cave January

I apologize for not being so active lately and not leaving comments to all my friends here on the Flickr but in the last year my life has changed radically and as a result i'm not so invoved in my hobby. I miss my hobby so much but i have prioritized other things. I want my time and i'll be back again.

Untill then take care my Flickr friends and keep shooting every moment is unique!

Thank you all and individually for your wonderful comments over the years! ❤️

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We have allowed our governments to prioritize profit over people. We have created a system where the health and lives of those who aren't billionaires (who continue to get richer) are not valued at all. We've been forced into situations while we are still working sick, getting everyone else around us sick and we've been trapped into fighting amongst ourselves instead of holding those in power to be accountable for true public health measures, accurately informing the public and reporting data, and providing safeguards for all workers. This is a catastrophic situation. I am not sure what is actually worse-Coronavirus or human greed-but I'm guessing its the latter.

No one is going to come save us.

Some say your birthday has to be special. But they do not mention what you got to do, to just turn a year older. You have to learn to dream, to learn, to fight... to put a smile when times get rough and after all you get served cake.. with candles.

Luckily enough, I have people in my SL that would give me a party hat would throw a "Shorty is your birthday" song and will prioritize their time cause im special to them.

Lili... When I tell you that I love you. I mean it. You are my Meredith Grey and I am your Kristina Yang. Thank you so much for making my birthday this special. With little sobbing breakdowns and including your friends to wear hats and keep us company while we sip coffee!

To all of them that will gratulate me ! Thank you so much for your wishes and for taking the time to acknowledge that some people out there need to be told how great they are ♥

It's just that, a lonely tree in the middle of the French countryside with the Pyrenees in the background covered by clouds.

I made the photo prioritizing the luminosity of the tree ignoring the rest and thanks to the lack of an aggressive sun, the photo was regular because the landscape part was very blurred and with very little detail. The tree, perfect.

Then, with the editing, I got detail and color in the landscape and well contrasted clouds. Both the detail and the color must already be in the picture, the only thing I can do is to show them to the viewer. I can not invent anything.

But as always I look for something more, I added a texture to blur the image and give it a different tone.

I am aware that some ones think that photography should be what the camera presents, but as always I'm shooting in RAW, editing is essential and is what I like.

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Es solo eso, un árbol solitario en medio de la campiña francesa con los Pirineos al fondo tapados por las nubes.

Hice la foto priorizando la luminosidad del árbol ignorando el resto y gracias a la falta de un sol agresivo, la foto salió regular pues la parte de paisaje salió muy difuminada y con muy poco detalle. El árbol perfecto.

Luego, con la edición, conseguí detalle y color en el paisaje y las nubes bien contrastadas. Tanto el detalle como el color, deben estar ya en la fotografia, lo unico que puedo hacer es sacarlos a la vista. No me es posible inventar nada.

Pero como siempre busco algo mas, le añadí una textura para emborronar algo la imagen y darle un tono distinto.

Soy consciente de que algunos piensan que la fotografía debería ser lo que la cámara presenta, pero como siempre disparo en RAW, la edición es imprescindible y es lo que a mí me gusta.

"Hold up a mirror and ask yourself what you are capable of doing, and what you really care about. Then take the initiative - don't wait for someone else to ask you to act."

~Sylvia Earle~

"The key is taking responsibility and initiative, deciding what your life is about and prioritizing your life around the most important things."

~ Stephen Covey~

"Chess teaches foresight, by having to plan ahead; vigilance, by having to keep watch over the whole chess board; caution, by having to restrain ourselves from making hasty moves; and finally, we learn from chess the greatest maxim in life - that even when everything seems to be going badly for us we should not lose heart, but always hoping for a change for the better, steadfastly continue searching for the solutions to our problems."

~ Benjamin Franklin~

I believe that today people find it more and more difficult to take initiatives. Everybody seems to me hesitant, suspicious and fearful. I wish I could reassure them and help them understand that nothing will happen unless we take the intiative to do it. Believe you can and you are half a way there!

Happy new week ahead everyone! Thank you for your visits and your constructive and sweet comments always... xoxo

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Routines, habits, rituals and traditions... a natural progression.

We seem to need rituals and traditions, they give us a sense of control even when we face uncertainty.

And usually we create rituals around the things that we value or like, the things we are willing to prioritize and spend time and energy.

I think we need that "break" from real life.. and we need the meaning a ritual brings... even if it's just the making of a morning coffee. 😉

(Hydrornis soror)

Cat Tien

Vietnam

It took me some time to identify and organize the 82 species from 28821 photos (meanwhile reduced to 21231) from our 2 weeks trip to Vietnam.

Now I am going to select and show here at least one photo for species, but I guess some species won't be showed because lack of quality. Let see if I have minimal quality photos to exhibit here at least 70 species.

Compared to other destinations we have already visited, 82 species may not seem very much to you, however this time we prioritized close range photos at expenses of the number of species. For that we used a total of 9 hides in 5 different habitats.

The use of hides allowed us to obtain high detail photos. However, as is well known, in tropical forests the lack of light forces us to use very low shutter speeds and very high ISOs.

I even had to use frequently ISO 12800 and a shutter speed of 1/10s. Sometimes we didn't even have enough light to allow camera auto-focus. For me the solution I found was zoom out, focus and then zoom in again.

I wanted to start with the Pittas because, a few years ago, when I saw a photo Bar-bellied Pitta for the first time, that beauty left me amazed and put Vietnam on our wish list.

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All my photos are now organized into sets by the country where they were taken, by taxonomic order, by family, by species (often with just one photo for the rarer ones), and by the date they were taken.

So, you may find:

- All the photos for this trip Vietname (2022) (206)

- All the photos for this order PASSERIFORMES (3553)

- All the photos for this family Pittidae (Pitídeos) (28)

- All the photos for this species Hydrornis soror (4)

- All the photos taken this day 2022/12/08 (21)

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Going out to the orchards has been a goal of ours for many years. Unfortunately, flowering time is so short and it always seems to coincide with other obligations. One good thing that has come out of the pandemic is our re-prioritizing our lives. Now, flowers take precedence over other things that have lost their significance. In less than a week, we made two trips to fields over 2 hours away. There are closer ones, but, somehow, the further into the countryside we go, the happier we are.

Atèle noir de Colombie.

For Smile on Saturday !

Theme:On top of the fence.

ATÈLE NOIR DE COLOMBIE

Ateles fusciceps rufiventris

Sa queue est préhensile !

Grâce à elle, il est l’un des meilleurs acrobates de la forêt tropicale.

POIDS : 8 kg

ALIMENTATION : Fruits

MENACES : Braconnage. Déforestation.

ECO-GESTE : Privilégions l’achat de produits (comme le café) issus du commerce Equitable, solidaire et respectueux de l’Homme et de la Nature.

POUR EN SAVOIR PLUS :

Famille : Atélidés

Gestation : 230 jours

Moeurs : grégaires

Portée : 1 petit

Longévité : 25 ans

Colombian Black Spider Monkey

Ateles fusciceps rufiventris

Its tail is prehensile!

Thanks to this, it is one of the best acrobats in the rainforest.

WEIGHT: 8 kg

DIET: Fruit

THREATS: Poaching. Deforestation.

ECO-FRIENDLY TIP: Let's prioritize buying products (like coffee) from Fair Trade, which is ethical and respectful of people and nature.

TO LEARN MORE:

Family: Atelidae

Gestation: 230 days

Behavior: Gregarious

Litter size: 1 offspring

Lifespan: 25 years

Un grand merci pour vos favoris, commentaires et encouragements toujours très appréciés.

Many thanks for your much appreciated favorites and comments.

Love in Slow Motion - Ed Sheeran

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It's been a while since we've been alone

To turn off the world and the telephone

I need to tell you you're beautiful

'Cause it's been a while and I apologize

I just get caught up in the rat race I'm runnin'

Chasin' a moment, I'm hoping is comin'

If I stopped and took a look around

It's in front of my eyes, eyes

Baby, let's slow down time

Maybe just press rewind

Darling, that dress reminds

Me of the first time

And I wanna love tonight

One on one by the candlelight

Over and over, we spend our lives

Living fast forward, but not tonight

Love in slow motion

It's been a while since it was you and me

Too many friends, too many evening drinks

Yeah, we commit to so many things

But not to ourselves, and I apologize

Sometimes you're sad, and you tell me it's nothin'

And I brush it off because there's always somethin'

But I need to change my perspective

And prioritize-ize

'Cause one thing I know, it's this

Every moment missed

Can be restored with your lips

It only takes one kiss

And I wanna love tonight

One on one by the candlelight

Over and over, we spend our lives

Living fast forward, but not tonight

Love in slow motion

Ooh-ooh

Ooh-ooh

Love tonight

One on one by the candlelight

Over and over, we spend our lives

Living fast forward, but not tonight

Love in slow motion

Wanna love tonight

One on one by the candlelight

Over and over, we spend our lives

Living fast forward, but not tonight

Love in slow motion

In slow motion

In slow motion

Brutalist architecture is an influential and polarizing architectural style that emerged in the mid-20th century. It is characterized by its raw, robust, and utilitarian aesthetic, often featuring large, exposed concrete structures. Brutalist buildings display a sense of monumentality and solidity, with bold geometric forms and a distinct lack of decorative embellishments. The style prioritizes functionality and the honest expression of materials, focusing on the inherent qualities of concrete. While some consider Brutalism to be visually austere, proponents of the style appreciate its uncompromising honesty, the sculptural qualities of its forms, and its ability to evoke a sense of awe and timelessness.

St. Leonards Centre

Crows Nest

June, 2023

This is my T-shirt for today.

National Smile Day is a special occasion that celebrates the power and beauty of smiles. This annual event encourages people to share their smiles, spread joy, and embrace the positive impact a smile can have on our lives and the lives of others. National Smile Day takes place annually on May 31. The primary aim of this day is to emphasize the transformative effects of a healthy smile and encourage individuals to showcase its power. This day serves as a reminder to prioritize happiness, kindness, and the simple act of smiling.

When the salmon run happens in Alaska, the bears get quite active, for they know that it's the time to stock up on them. Nowhere is that more true than in Katmai National Park, where the brown bears congregate to test their fishing skills. They chase the salmon, whether in a literal run after them, or patiently atop of the falls waiting for them to jump, or swimming about hoping to find one along the way. Every bear has a different technique. While I find all of that fascinating, I really love watching them as they rip into to the salmon, prioritizing different parts of the salmon, as they go about it ... the skin, the roe (if female), the head, the tail, the overall flesh. All the while, the gulls congregate nearby waiting for scrapes, along with some of the younger, less experienced bears. It just seems to natural and relaxing to me. If I were ever to come back as a bear, I would want to be a brown bear of Katmai. :-)

Hope you have a wonderful, relaxing Sunday. Thanks for looking.

© Debbie Tubridy Photography

I've heard a lot of arguments about how movements should be separate because they might have different histories, have different goals, or different means of arising at these goals.

But all of those arguments ignore something extremely crucial that I don't want any one of you to miss: Some people don't have a choice. For some, the very notion of acceptance of their full existence is in jeopardy. How can we ask any human to give up a part of themselves or prioritize? Would we do that? We are the sum of many identities and all should be celebrated.

I also strongly believe that working together will accomplish a lot more. If you support LGBTQ rights, you should also absolutely support Black Lives Matter and vice versa. The oppression of the masses is controlled by a powerful few. It is their agenda to get different races and oppressed groups to fight against each other.

So, if you are saying, for instance: "Well, I support gender equality but I don't support Black Lives Matter" then you're wrong. Those two statements cannot exist in reality without a terrible combustion. We all must fight for this movement and put aside our own personal agendas that are poisoning our spirits.

If you do not stand with the oppressed, you do not stand with humanity.

**All photos are copyrighted**

Happy New Year to all, I hope that everyone has a better 2021 that 2020 I also hope the last year has been not so much a crap year as a year that allowed us to see what is vital to us and re-prioritize the important things in our life to the front of the line.

Pictured here is the Trani Cathedral taken from the break water jetty that leads out from the city this location allows you to see the city come to life as the black fades to blue and house lights punch through the early morning gloom.

Trani is not a city with an excess of architectural delights after visiting the Cathedral and the Castle one should lose themselves in the streets wandering out from the harbor soaking in the charm of a well-loved and well-used working man’s town well away from the tourist hordes of more familiar locales and if you allow Trani will bestow upon you the gift of understanding the simple coastal Adriatic life.

I took this on Sept 18, 2016 with my D750 and Nikon 24-85 f3.5-4.5 Lens at 24mm 1/3 sec f/9 ISO 200 processed in LR, PS +Lumenzia, Topaz , and DXO

Disclaimer: My style is a study of romantic realism as well as a work in progress

© Sigmund Løland. All Rights Reserved.

I do not understand a quack of what is prioritized when a pair of geese are to look at nesting places. Is it location, view or access to your own landing strip? Who knows...

I'm trying to make sense of all of these various things that run through my mind. I don't know why people in SL - who have no idea who I am - hate me. I don't know why kindness, patience and understanding is not always the first response. I don't know why people can't have respect and treat people with tolerance and forgiveness. NONE of us is perfect.

I am re-prioritizing.

Lac-Delage (Québec)

Fière comme un paon

Le dimorphisme sexuel chez certains oiseaux, fait que la femelle a des couleurs ternes, donc peu attrayantes. Notre réflexe naturel est de prioriser la photographie du mâle. Si il y a un oiseau qui ne perd pas de cette différenciation, c'est bien la femelle cardinal rouge. Au contraire! Elle a de quoi être fière et le montre très bien dans cette photo.

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Proud as a Peacock

Sexual dimorphism in some birds, causes that the female has dull colors, therefore unattractive. Our natural reflex is to prioritize the photography of the male. If there is a bird that does not lose of this differentiation, it is indeed the female red cardinal. On the contrary! She can to be proud of her appearance, as this picture shows so well.

A regatta is a term commonly used in the world of sailing to refer to a competitive event where boats, typically sailboats, race against each other. Regattas can vary widely in scale and format, from small local races to large international competitions. Here are some key points to note about regattas:

Racing Format: Regattas feature organized racing events with specific rules and courses. The format can include different types of races, such as fleet races (where multiple boats race against each other), match races (one-on-one competition), or distance races (longer courses that test endurance).

Classes and Categories: Boats participating in a regatta are often grouped into classes or categories based on factors like size, design, and performance. This ensures fair competition and allows sailors with similar boats to compete against each other.

Competitors: Regattas attract a diverse range of participants, from amateur sailors and local yacht club members to professional racers and international teams. The level of competition can vary, with some regattas focused on fostering community participation, while others are highly competitive.

Events and Festivities: Regattas often extend beyond the races themselves. Many regattas incorporate social events, parties, and gatherings, fostering a sense of camaraderie among sailors and providing opportunities for networking and socializing.

Local and International: Regattas can be local, regional, or international in scope. Some famous international regattas, like the America's Cup or the Volvo Ocean Race, draw global attention and feature top-level professional sailors and cutting-edge technology.

Traditions: Regattas often have their own unique traditions and rituals, which can vary by location and the history of the event. These traditions can include ceremonial flag-raising, prize-giving ceremonies, and more.

Spectator Sport: Many regattas are open to spectators, allowing them to watch the races from the shore or designated viewing areas. Some regattas, like Cowes Week, are famous for their onshore festivities, making them attractive not only to sailors but also to spectators.

Safety and Rules: Regattas prioritize safety, with strict rules and regulations in place to ensure the well-being of participants. Organizers also monitor weather conditions closely to determine whether races should proceed.

Diverse Types: Regattas can focus on various types of sailboats, including dinghies, keelboats, multihulls, and more. They can also be specific to certain age groups or skill levels, making the sport accessible to a wide range of participants.

A regatta is a thrilling and organized sailing competition that brings together sailors of all levels and backgrounds to race their boats while fostering a sense of community and celebrating the sport of sailing. Whether you're a seasoned sailor or a spectator, regattas offer an exciting and enjoyable experience on the water.

[Eng / Esp /Catalan ]

And we have walked together,

together in joy, together in sorrow

and you have often filled the emptiness of my words

and you have always let me a good chance in our game.

Because of all of this, and because of other things I'm hidding from you,

I should say thank you for the whole time I've been loving you

Que juntos hemos caminado,

en la alegría juntos, en la pena juntos,

que a menudo has llenado la vaciedad de mis palabras

y en nuestra partida siempre me has dado un buen juego.

Por todo esto, y por lo que te escondo,

debería agradecerte todo el tiempo que llevo amándote.

Que junts em caminat,

en la joia junts, en la pena junts,

i has omplert tan sovint la buidor dels meus mots

i en la nostra partida sempre m'has donat un bon joc.

Per tot això i coses que t'amago

em caldria agraïr-te tant temps que fa que t'estimo.

Lluis Llach. "Amor Particular", 1984

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Tech specs / Especif. técnicas

- I prioritized f/2.8 and FL 200 to maximize bokeh. Focus on the left eye. Distance to the subject estimated to achive the proper DOF to clearly capture just the face and achive a progressive bokeh from the hair back. I made four test shots; she was pretty patient I must say.

- Processed in LightRoom: only auto lens correction, which provided a negligible improvement (the quality of this lens is amazing). Then I applyied CollorEffex Skin softener on mid details mostly. This filter provided the right glow touch with no other intervention needed. Y used U-points to neutralize the effect of this filter on the center of both eyes and teeth (I usually do this in headshots).

With the occasion of the holly days that are about to come i want to thank everyone once again for kindness and support and wish all of you a wonderful time together with your loved ones. A time full of light,love ,happiness and harmony in which to remember what a precious gift life is and how important the people that love us unconditional like parents and grandparents are although we tend to forget that till it's to late for them to be a part of our life anymore.Sad how we never realize how fragile life is. Let's at least for some days prioritize love ,kindness and the people that made sacrifices for us to become who we are today and have a wonderful time.

Happy Easter!!!

PS.I apologize for being a bit dramatic but this days always remind me of the people i lost and wish they would still be around .If you still have them please treat them kindly as knowing that you always did the best you could will make their absence one day easier to bear.

Much love & light to you all!

Lu

An intriguing blend of natural abstraction, vibrant color contrast, and layered visual textures.

The image shows a lionfish swimming just beneath the surface of shallow, clear water over a sandy seabed. The fish features characteristic striped patterns with elongated, fan-like pectoral and dorsal fins extending outward.

The rippling water surface creates a shimmering, slightly pixelated or broken visual effect on its body shapes and colors. In the bottom-left corner, a rocky reef or encrusted coral outcrop is visible, covered in blue algae or sponges.

At first glance, the eye is drawn to the center a lionfish suspended in shallow water. However, the true subject of the image is the distortion of light.

The deep reddish-purple and blue hues of the lionfish cut directly through the pale background, immediately establishing it as the centerpiece despite its small size relative to the frame.

The rippling surface of the sea acts as a natural lens, melting the sharp, dangerous spikes of the lionfish into soft watercolor strokes. The water behaves like an artist’s brush, blurring the lines between the creature and its environment.

Standing in stark contrast to the fluid, fleeting movement of the water, the textured coral structure in the bottom-left corner serves as a visual weight. It grounds the otherwise fluid and ethereal composition.

The brilliance of Liquid Palette lies in its color theory and textural juxtaposition.

The pale, neutral ochre of the sandy seabed provides a minimalist backdrop that allows the vivid indigo of the coral reef and the deep crimson of the fish to explode into view.

The vast expanse of rippling sandy bottom acts as dynamic negative space, adding a sense of isolation and focus to the central creature.

The defining artistic element is the rippling surface of the shallow water. It acts like a natural distorting lens or impressionistic filter, breaking the hard lines of the fish into painterly strokes of color.

There is a stark contrast between the sharp, jagged texture of the reef on the bottom left, the soft, smooth patterns of the underwater sand ripples, and the fluid distortion of the water's surface. This contrast creates an unsettling yet gorgeous visual tension.

The image relies heavily on the interaction between the warm, neutral beige of the sand and the cool, vivid blues of the reef and deeper water pockets.

The visual punch of this image relies on a modern twist of complementary harmony. The organic, warm sandy beige and soft pearl-pink tones of the seabed act as a muted canvas. This backdrop forces the intense electric violet and deep sea teal of the central starfish and bottom reef to visually pop forward.

Over 70% of the frame is dominated by low-saturation, desaturated neutrals. This choice isolates the high-saturation neon purples and blues. It prevents the overall composition from looking chaotic, focusing the viewer’s eye exactly on the marine life.

The overall tonal values lean heavily toward a light, high-key presentation. The water surface acts as a giant natural softbox. It diffuses light across the sand to wash out heavy shadows and replace them with pastel transitions.

Rather than capturing a clinical, sharp wildlife documentary photo, this image leans toward abstract impressionism. It prioritizes mood, light distortion, and form over precise anatomical detail.

Instead of focusing on sharp, realistic details, the image emphasizes how light changes the appearance of objects. The contrasting vivid purples, blues, and sandy beige tones shift dynamically through the moving water.

The image successfully captures the transience of light and water movement, giving the viewer a sense of looking through a moving window into an underwater world.

Liquid Palette invites viewers to pause. It demands a closer look to separate reality from abstraction. It reminds us that nature is the ultimate impressionist, constantly painting and erasing masterpieces in the span of a single wave.

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After Midnight. Hong Kong streets, China, November 2024

After midnight, under the light of a red Chinese lantern at a modest Hong Kong fast-food stand, the pots and pans produce the aroma and smoke that rises with the same unhurried pace with which JJ Cale plucked the strings of his guitar. In "After Midnight," you find, after midnight, the essence of a man who chose to remain in the shadows, who chose to stay away from money and fame, while all the great musicians wanted to see and hear his light. Cale's story is an anomaly in the roaring world of rock. He was the "anti-hero" of rock. While others sold their souls for a minute of fame, he preferred the silence of his trailer and the sound of his guitar. His first album was enough to bring giants knocking on his door, wanting to "buy" his "talent," buy his songs and cover them... Santana, Johnny Cash, Poco, Waylon Jennings, Lynyrd Skynyrd... the list of musicians who have covered Cale is long. And among them was the consecrated Eric Clapton, who saw in Cale a different, special, and unique composer, guitarist, and musician. It's not common to become a "musician's musician" so quickly; that privilege belonged only to JJ Cale, who was born a legend because his musical style didn't imitate anyone; it was unique and personal. Clapton discovered in Cale a language he himself didn't know how to speak. He found in Cale a humility that disarmed him. What began as musical admiration became, in Cale's later years, something much more moving. Watching their last performances together, the camera doesn't lie: a reversal of roles is evident. Clapton, the man who has everything, the demigod... moves around Cale with the delicacy of someone guarding a fragile treasure. On those stages, Clapton is no longer the star; he becomes the son who looks up to and admires his father, the son who then decides to become a father and protector of his mentor, attentive to Cale's every gesture, with eyes full of admiration. In the final years of Cale's life, Clapton went out of his way to bring him out of his modest retirement, driven by a "debt" of gratitude that can only be repaid with devotion to a musician as special and unique as Cale. JJ Cale was the origin of it all. He provided the music, and others achieved fame. Cale kept his peace and left the world the unhurried, timeless rhythm of someone in no hurry to get anywhere. When you're not looking for anything at all... that's when you can find everything. And that's precisely what JJ Cale found... everything. Like this unassuming Hong Kong food stall that you'll never find with Michelin stars, JJ Cale was the secret ingredient of rock, someone who never wanted to be the main course at any dinner party, but without whom the table of rock's greats would have been orphaned, empty, and without food. Cale didn't need to be famous because he was the wellspring from which all other musicians drew. The next time you listen to JJ Cale, remember that you're not just listening to a legend, but a demigod of music... sorry, I meant... to the "god" of music... the one who was never in any hurry to get anywhere.

After Midnight - J.J. Cale / Eric Clapton (Crossroads Guitar Festival 2004)

Sometimes, a simple gesture can summarize an entire life. Sometimes, a simple gesture can explain a long relationship between two people. Sometimes, a simple gesture can write a thousand-page book. The song "After Midnight" catapulted Eric Clapton to fame and cemented his status as one of his best-known and most iconic songs. But "After Midnight" isn't actually by Eric Clapton; it was written and composed by JJ Cale for his debut album, "Naturally." Eric Clapton paid royalties to acquire the intellectual property and reproduction rights so he could create his own version of the song. Cale was a musician who always wanted to stay out of the media spotlight; he didn't want interviews, tours, or concerts. He was a man who didn't care about money or fame, prioritizing his modest and quiet life, his music, and perfecting his electric guitar technique. Despite actively avoiding fame, his legacy is immense through the songs he wrote, which other artists turned into worldwide hits. The Crossroads Guitar Festival is arguably the most prestigious music festival. The 2004 edition was etched in history. Clapton managed to get the "lazy" JJ Cale, a man far removed from mega-concerts and fame, to perform alongside him. When the song "After Midnight" began to play, JJ Cale made a symbolic gesture to Eric Clapton, nodding for him to come closer to the microphone to sing the song, because he had made it famous. And Eric Clapton, laughing but shaking his head, said no, no, no... Without saying a word, he was telling Cale... you are its creator, and I would never dare sing it in front of you; you are the man who gave this song life. It's a gesture of elegance, of mutual respect, a reminder that there are sacred places one can only enter as a guest. Sometimes, a simple gesture can encapsulate two people's entire lives. The song was sung by... JJ Cale.

Starbound - JJ Cale

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Naturally - J.J. Cale (1971)

Call Me The Breeze

Call The Doctor

Don't Go To Strangers

Woman I Love

Clyde

Crazy Mama

Nowhere To Run

River Runs Deep

Bringing It Back

Crying Eyes

After Midnight

Magnolia

Magnolia is perhaps JJ Cale's best song, and his "swampy" voice, his "tobacco" voice.

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Six Blade Knife

Dire Straits' first album was a tribute and homage to the best... to Cale. An album that sounds just like JJ Cale.

Wild West End

Water of Love

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Después de la medianoche... todo será melocotón y crema.

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This young red-bellied woodpecker's bill looks to be full-sized but its body has some growing to do to catch up! I guess these woodpeckers have to prioritize what's most important in life, and drilling holes in trees to find food would be near the top of that survival list😀.

This image is Generated using Midjourney V8.1 software then i process in photoshop.

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Prompt.

Hyper realistic, full body portrait of a Ragamuffin cat with glossy black legs, poised on a sun baked, windswept cliff edge, fur ruffled by a desert breeze. Background features Egypt's pyramids rising majestically against a golden hued sky, ancient stones glowing under warm cinematic lighting with soft shadows. The cat's expressive eyes reflect the vast landscape; fluffy tail curls playfully. Rendered in 8K resolution with flawless textures, ultra sharp clarity, and lifelike depth. 16:9 aspect ratio. Every detail from delicate paw pads to weathered cliff cracks rendered with precision. No distortions, blurry artifacts, low resolution flaws, or unnatural mutations. Prioritize crisp realism, dynamic contrast, and emotional impact. --raw --v 8.1 --hd --profile kyrxvjl

This image is Generated using Midjourney V8.1 software then i process in photoshop.

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Ragamuffin is a breed of cat.

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ragamuffin_cat

Prompt.

Hyper realistic, full body portrait of a Ragamuffin cat with glossy black legs, poised on a sun baked, windswept cliff edge, fur ruffled by a desert breeze. Background features Egypt's pyramids rising majestically against a golden hued sky, ancient stones glowing under warm cinematic lighting with soft shadows. The cat's expressive eyes reflect the vast landscape; fluffy tail curls playfully. Rendered in 8K resolution with flawless textures, ultra sharp clarity, and lifelike depth. 16:9 aspect ratio. Every detail from delicate paw pads to weathered cliff cracks rendered with precision. No distortions, blurry artifacts, low resolution flaws, or unnatural mutations. Prioritize crisp realism, dynamic contrast, and emotional impact.

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--v 8.1

--hd

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This image is Generated using Midjourney V8.1 software then i process in photoshop.

Thank you for your visit and faves and comment.

Prompt.

Hyper realistic, full body portrait of a Ragamuffin cat with glossy black legs, poised on a sun baked, windswept cliff edge, fur ruffled by a desert breeze. Background features Egypt's pyramids rising majestically against a golden hued sky, ancient stones glowing under warm cinematic lighting with soft shadows. The cat's expressive eyes reflect the vast landscape; fluffy tail curls playfully. Rendered in 8K resolution with flawless textures, ultra sharp clarity, and lifelike depth. 16:9 aspect ratio. Every detail from delicate paw pads to weathered cliff cracks rendered with precision. No distortions, blurry artifacts, low resolution flaws, or unnatural mutations. Prioritize crisp realism, dynamic contrast, and emotional impact. --raw --v 8.1 --hd --profile kyrxvjl

This image is Generated using Midjourney V8.1 software then i process in photoshop.

Thank you for your visit and faves and comment.

Prompt..

Hyper realistic, full body portrait of a Ragamuffin cat with glossy black legs, poised on a sun baked, windswept cliff edge, fur ruffled by a desert breeze. Background features Egypt's pyramids rising majestically against a golden hued sky, ancient stones glowing under warm cinematic lighting with soft shadows. The cat's expressive eyes reflect the vast landscape; fluffy tail curls playfully. Rendered in 8K resolution with flawless textures, ultra sharp clarity, and lifelike depth. 16:9 aspect ratio. Every detail from delicate paw pads to weathered cliff cracks rendered with precision. No distortions, blurry artifacts, low resolution flaws, or unnatural mutations. Prioritize crisp realism, dynamic contrast, and emotional impact.

--raw

--v 8.1

--hd

--profile kyrxvjl

For your next look, why not try out some of the latest in trending print casual top and jeans outfits? When styled right, you can create a very fashionable casual chic statement.

This colorful [Pink&Love] Jessee Top Jeans outfit is attention-grabbing and makes a great first impression. The trendy petite print heart textures I selected from its fatpack’s HUD for both the top and jeans are of high-quality detailing.

The Fatpack provides you with so many other different patterns for both the top and jeans - making it easy to mix and match and wear many times.

The Top comes in 22 fun-colored patterns with your choice of 22 top piping trim accents. The Jeans feature Camouflage, Cloud, Cloud Hearts, Cow, and 5 different Jean Denim color choices.

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A huge part of dressing casual chic is picking the right materials for the look. For this appearance, prioritize the look of comfort with accessories which make you feel great at all times.

Choosing the right hat, handbag, and shoes allows you to look your best without sacrificing the casual chic vibe.

Fits:

- Legacy Classic (+Push Up)

- Reborn Juicy

- Maitreya Lara

You can find this Pink&Love Jessie Mix & Match Top & Jeans exclusively at Swank Goth Sales Event for October.

Also, this month Swank Events has its annual pumpkin hunt. There are pumpkins to find at the booths!

Landmark:

maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Swank%20Events/128/124/39

Happy Fence Friday?

The definition of dystopia according to google....

'Dystopian societies often feature a totalitarian regime that exerts absolute control over its citizens. This can manifest through strict laws, censorship, and the suppression of dissent. The government typically prioritizes its power over the well-being of individuals, leading to a society where personal freedoms are severely restricted.'

Sound familiar?

youtu.be/CkkQPxoxJJY?si=H5kCh4sqy_8UwoTL

Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) this afternoon, Eryri national park, Gwynedd, Wales, UK

Yr Wyddfa is the highest mountain in Wales and England, standing at 1,085 metres (3,560 feet). It is the centrepiece of Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park in North Wales and attracts over 600,000 visitors annually, making it one of the busiest mountains in the United Kingdom.

In 2022, the National Park Authority voted to prioritize the Welsh names Yr Wyddfa (for the mountain) and Eryri (for the region).

You can reach the top by foot via six main paths or by using the Snowdon Mountain Railway, which operates seasonally from Llanberis.

As of early January 2026, the mountain is in full winter condition with snow reported above 250m. Hikers currently require specialized equipment like crampons and ice axes.

No sé exactamente quien es el autor. Desde luego pertenece al ya mencionado y descrito por mi, Equipo 57. Un conjunto de artistas que nació en los años 60.En la foto doy prioridad a la escultura dejando muy imaginativa la Mezquita de Córdoba a lo lejos debajo de unas nubes que embellecen el cielo de la Ciudad y casi nunca sueltan agua.

Communication is the cornerstone of any serious relationship. Without honest and open dialogue, the path ahead can become steep and challenging. Embrace honesty, love, and open-mindedness to pave the way for a joyful future together. How do you prioritize communication in your relationship?

La communication est la pierre angulaire de toute relation sérieuse. Sans un dialogue honnête et ouvert, le chemin à parcourir peut devenir difficile et difficile. Faites preuve d’honnêteté, d’amour et d’ouverture d’esprit pour ouvrir la voie à un avenir joyeux ensemble. Comment priorisez-vous la communication dans votre relation ?

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Her Skin & Shape DS'ELLES BIANCA for EVOX heads

Hair Stealthic Fever

Pose CKEY

Location A beautiful build by Deesselle Destiny

This morning I wanted to concentrate on smaller birds and test Sony's Eye AF changes. It works great! With the correct settings, it will prioritize the eye to be in focus instead of the closest point to the camera within the focus area.

Sorry I haven't been on Flickr that much lately, but I have other important things to prioritize! I hope to come back stronger eventually! Wishing you all a wonderfully creative autumn👍😊

Rochusplatz station (formerly Äußere Kanalstraße) is a Cologne Stadtbahn (U-Bahn) station located on Venloer Straße in the Ehrenfeld district. Opened in 1992, it features a barrier-free island platform and a distinct industrial-utility design where the city's main wastewater collector pipes run openly across the platform ceiling.

Structural Layout: Subterranean structure consisting of a single, spacious, central island platform with two tracks, plus a mezzanine level.Design Philosophy: Utilitarian, exposed concrete aesthetic prioritizing function and durability over ornamental design.Key Feature: Three enormous, color-coded sewer pipes (painted bright yellow, blue, and red) cut across the station's ceiling. These XXL conduits are a prominent part of Cologne's main wastewater collector (Hauptabwassersammler), and their visible integration highlights the necessity of accommodating complex urban infrastructure underground.

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We spent our family vacation in Grand Marais and at Camp House near Brimson. I prioritized time with family over chasing trains, but made one trip to the famed Toimi overpass to see the 5:00 a.m. North Shore Mining loads one morning. The sun was out until about 10 minutes before the train arrived. Still, I can't complain about seeing 3 SD40-2's instead of the newer power the railroad also uses on these trains.

Once a year, when the cherry blossoms bloom, the Oregon State Capitol adds to the fun by stringing up paper lanterns. They are only up for a few days. We prioritized getting out there to shoot this while the lanterns were up. Normally its hard to get normal people out of your frame at events like this, in this case the normal folks were not the challenge, it was the photographers and tripods that were all tripping over each other. A lot of us essentially took turns. The only other place I have seen this was at the Oregon Japanese Garden when THE Japanese maple tree that everyone has to shoot (I did too) formed a single file line to get a change to get in there to shoot it. This was not quite that formal, but close.

This photo of a closed water lily blossom, taken in a park in Nonthaburi, serves two purposes. For one, given the current temperatures, it aims to provide at least a mental sense of cooling relief.

Admittedly, a rain shower here in Thailand—no matter how intense—doesn't bring the same cooling effect as one in Germany. But as the saying goes, it’s the thought that counts.

Secondly, through this blossom, nature shows us how important it is to take care of ourselves and to adapt to even the most adverse circumstances.

Water lily leaves are coated with a waxy substance that allows water to bead off perfectly, ensuring there is no risk of them sinking. After all, for the flower, these leaves mean life. They do more than just supply the plant with necessary energy through photosynthesis; their shape also stabilizes the blossoms, which lean trustingly against them. If the blossom were to sink into the water, pollination—and thus reproduction—would not occur.

Everything is geared toward protecting one's own interests in the best possible way. That isn't selfishness; it’s nature.

So, with this Monday floral greeting, I invite you to take a closer look at where you might be prioritizing the interests of others over your own in an unhealthy way—thereby neglecting your own fundamental needs. The result is often that you end up doing yourself more harm (mentally or physically) than good.

As with everything in life, the key is to strike a balance.

For only those who are able to take good care of themselves can ultimately take good care of others.

Dieses Foto einer geschlossenen Seerosenblüte, aufgenommen in einem Park in Nontharburi, soll zwei verschiedene Funktionen erfüllen. Zum Einen soll es bei den aktuellen Temperaturen zumindest mental für ein wenig Abkühlung sorgen.

Auch wenn ich zeitgleich einräumen muss, dass ein Regenschauer, egal wie intensiv er ist, hier in Thailand nicht die gleiche Abkühlung zur Folge hat wie in Deutschland. Aber wie man so schön sagt, der Gedanke zählt.

Zum Anderen zeigt uns die Natur mit dieser Blüte, wie wichtig es ist für sich selbst zu sorgen und sich auch auf widrigste Umstände einzustellen.

Die Blätter der Seerose sind mit einer wachsartigen Substanz überzogen, so dass das Wasser perfekt von ihnen abperlt und keine Gefahr besteht, dass sie unter gehen. Denn für die Blume bedeuten diese Blätter Leben. Nicht nur, dass sie durch Photosynthese die Pflanze mit der nötigen Energie versorgen. Durch ihre Form stablilisieren sie auch die Blüten, die sich vertrauenvoll an sie lehnen. Denn sinkt die Blüte ins Wasser, gibt es keine Bestäubung. und somit keine Vermehrrung.

Alles ist darauf ausgerichtet die eigenen Interessen best möglich zu schützen. Das ist kein Egoismus, das ist Natur.

Und so lade ich Euch mit diesem montäglichen Blumengruß dazu ein, einmal genauer hinzusehen, wo Ihr vielleicht die interessen anderer in ungesunder Weise über Eure eigenen stellt und damit Euro Grundbedürfnisse vernachlässigt. Mit der Folge, dass Ihr Euch am Ende mehr schadet (sei es mental oder körperlich) als es Nutzen bringt.

Wie überall im Leben gilt es auch hier immer auf die Balance zu achten.

Denn nur der, der in der Lage ist gut für sich selbst zu sorgen, kann am Ende auch gut für andere sorgen.

I didn't have many days available for doing local bird photography this winter, so I tended to prioritize seeking out great grey owls. I did spend one day at a local park, enjoying the common birds you tend to encounter in winter. The black-capped chickadee is always the first to come close to 'beg' for food. Being well rewarded from previous human encounters, they will vocalize a lot and will flutter nearby to get your attention, anticipating a handout.

They are cooperative, cute, and cheery, so I always try to get images of them.

Nikon Zf Deep Tone Monochrome and highlight prioritized metering give the results I could not reproduce in darktable.

I´m sorry I haven´t written for a couple of days now, but I have been quite buzy. I started to empty the boathouse/shed...... we´re planning to renovate the inside and rebuild it to bathroom and toilet. We sat and talked about how much it is to do, and what to prioritize. Stella wanted a bathroom, and I don´t mind at all. And how nice it would be, not having to use that old ugly outhouse! In all other aspects, both Stella and me can live primitive as long it´s needed.

So now the electrician have been here and connected the house to a public line. Truly nice to have electrical light, though we like to read. And I have been preparing for connecting the house to the sewer system. The last few days I have been like a timberjack in action. Cutting down the bush we had..... well, it almost was like a jungle! Now it is ready for the hired machines, which hopefully comes tomorrow, to dig that ditch for the pipes connecting the sewer system.

So when Stella is back, we just have to start build our new bathroom! I just have to buy a toilet, the rest is recycled things found on this property..... So we have to keep hold on to our dream :)

Now..... good night world, new day tomorrow!

Want to see the story from start? :

www.flickr.com/groups/ansgarsgladetales/

Taken at Lionheart:

maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Lionheart/104/104/22

Recommended song:

One of the best Swedish voices!

Nano - Hold on

www.youtube.com/watch?v=CLXmze1V3Zg

Most warblers prioritize breeding bling over camouflage excepting the waterthrushes. Maumee Bay SP.

IA : AMIE OU RIVALE DES PHOTOGRAPHES ?🤔

En Europe, et tout particulièrement en France (selon une étude de l’AFNUM 2024), 55% des photographes acceptent aujourd’hui de collaborer avec l’intelligence artificielle pour trier ou retoucher leurs images.

Pourtant, près de la moitié (49%) considèrent la génération d’images purement IA comme une menace directe pour leur travail et leur créativité.

Les professionnels restent partagés : environ 42% y voient une réelle opportunité d’explorer de nouveaux horizons visuels, tandis que 38% redoutent une dilution de la valeur artistique et du savoir-faire humain.

Chez les amateurs, et plus encore dans le monde de la photographie naturaliste, l’approche demeure plus prudente : on privilégie avant tout l’authenticité du regard, la trace du vécu, la patience d’une rencontre avec le réel plutôt qu’une création assistée par algorithme.

Personnellement, je m’interroge souvent : cette nouvelle ère est-elle une prolongation de notre regard ou un filtre de plus entre nous et le monde ?

Et vous, les artistes, comment percevez-vous cette évolution ? 🤔

L’IA est-elle pour vous un pinceau numérique au service de l’émotion… ou une ombre qui plane sur l’art photographique ?

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AI : FRIEND OR RIVAL OF PHOTOGRAPHERS ? 🤔

In Europe, and particularly in France (according to a 2024 AFNUM study), 55% of photographers now accept collaborating with artificial intelligence for sorting or retouching their images.

Yet, nearly half (49%) see purely AI-generated images as a direct threat to their work and creativity.

Professionals remain divided: about 42% view it as a real opportunity to explore new visual horizons, while 38% fear a dilution of artistic value and human expertise.

Among amateurs, and even more so in naturalistic photography, the approach remains more cautious: authenticity of vision, the trace of lived experience, and the patience of a real-world encounter are prioritized over algorithm-assisted creation.

Personally, I often wonder: is this new era an extension of our gaze or just another filter between us and the world ?

And you, the artists, how do you perceive this evolution ? 🤔

Is AI a digital brush at the service of emotion for you… or a shadow looming over photographic art ?

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and deciding what I must prioritize next :-)

Martin Parr

Justice Matters! No one is above the law!

i was pleasantly surprised with the fortuitous placement of the gull...i had but one shot, and got lucky ;-)

Egg Rock Light is a lighthouse on Frenchman Bay, Maine. Built in 1875, it is one of coastal Maine's architecturally unique lighthouses, with a square tower projecting through the square keeper's house.[2][3][4] Located on Egg Rock, midway between Mount Desert Island and the Schoodic Peninsula, it is an active aid to navigation, flashing red every 40 seconds. The light was listed on the National Register of Historic Places as Egg Rock Light Station in 1988.[1]

The Egg Rock Light Station consists of two buildings, a combination light tower and keeper's house, and a fog station building. The keeper's house is a roughly square 1+1⁄2-story wood-frame building, with a hip roof pierced by dormers on all four sides. The painted brick tower, 40 feet (12 m) high, rises through the center of the house.[5] The light is a VRB-25 aerobeacon, mounted in a 1986 replacement lantern house. It is configured to flash red every 40 seconds.[6] The fog station is a brick structure southwest of the main building, with a gable-on-hip roof.[5]

Egg Rock Light

The Egg Rock light originally was fitted with a fifth-order Fresnel lens. The fog station (originally steam-powered) was added in 1904. The station was automated by the United States Coast Guard in 1976, at which time its ancillary structures except the fog station were torn down. The lantern house was removed and the light was replaced by the present aerobeacon. After public protest, a replacement lantern house was installed in 1986. The light continues to be managed by the Coast Guard, and is not open to the public; the island and buildings are owned by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service.[

... up the hair, why not the heart?"

a thought-provoking reflection on the importance of self-care and inner transformation. This quote draws attention to the common practice of taking care of our external appearance, such as straightening our hair, while neglecting the well-being of our hearts and inner selves. Guevara’s words serve as a reminder that true fulfillment and happiness come from nurturing our inner selves and cultivating a compassionate and loving heart. It encourages us to prioritize self-reflection, emotional well-being, and personal growth in our daily lives.

Quoted by Guevara. Also found as a Chinese proverb.

A ZAGAL-004 is leaving Salkhit station with train 271 bound for Sükhbaatar.

In the background, the “parallel brothers” Salkhit shunter M62UMM-014 and 2M62MM-011 have just arrived from the Erdenet branch line with a copper train. This photo was taken during our special summer group tour focused on 2ZAGAL and M62 locomotives in the northern part of the Trans-Mongolian Railway. June ©2022

Sometimes during our tours, several impressive locomotives gather at the same time and closer spots, and it becomes quite a challenge to decide which one to prioritize for shooting. As I remember, we had a quick discussion before the passenger train’s arrival at Salkhit and decided to capture the 2ZAGAL train’s departure shot. Everything worked out perfectly, and afterward, we managed to get plenty of good shots of the other two green and blue monsters as well.