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Coffs Harbour Railway Refreshment Room - crowd entering dining room
Dated: 09/07/1947
Digital ID: 17420_a014_a014000041
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Fuji XT-1 with the XF35mmF1.4R mounted on 16mm of AF extension tube, YN-560 with DIY diffuser @1/8th fired off cam left, hand held.
Rainy weather and my father's need to help him through knee surgery have kept my camera quiet this week. So, let's make today Pig Day! This shot is from the agricultural fair I attended a few weeks ago.
By the way, hogs are pigs who weigh more than 120 pounds (54 kg). I'm just saying "pig" for convenience.
At a refreshment stand in the Morocco Pavilion of the World Showcase at EPCOT in Walt Disney World.
"Some of the major defining structures of the (Morocco) pavillion include Chellah, a replication of the necropolis in Rabat, and the Koutoubia, a replica of the minaret of the same name in Marrakesh. A replica of Bab Boujeloud, the gateway to the Fez medina leads you to a Bazaar area. King Hassan II actually sent Moroccan artisans to design and create the many mosaics". *Wikipedia
Players take a break during the fierst round match between Novak Djokovic and James Ward on the Centre Court at Wimbledon 2016.
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With my friend Paul, I spend five days in Osaka, Japan. The trip provided much refreshment, and excitement, not to mention many challenges. It was my first visit to the country, and, I feel, it certainly won't be my last, as there are still many places left to see, and so many new things to learn.
We had several destinations highlighted on our itinerary, the foremost of which was Universal Studios. We spend an entire day there, going on rides and more often than not, queuing for them. The excruciating wait times were worth it, however, for such exhilarating fun, especially on the Hollywood Roller Coaster, my personal favorite. The next morning we followed up that successful endeavor with a trip to the Himeji Castle, a place which came highly recommended by my colleague, whose succinct description of the heritage site was, "awesome." Indeed, as a history buff, I enjoyed walking the storied grounds and climbing through the maze-like interior of the keep which was designed not so much to comfortably house the royal family as to confound the invading enemy. The castle is a must-visit. Other attractions of note include the Osaka Aquarium, and the Tennoji Zoo; both teemed with animals of every shape and size. We also at length ventured into several shopping districts inside of which were myriad stores, selling all sorts of fashion and gadgetry, countless restaurants and several gambling parlors - the Japanese, it seems, love their slot machines as much as the Hong Kong Chinese love their horse racing. Lest I forget, we frequented several video arcades to play the latest and greatest games; Paul played well, while I more often than not got 0wn3d. There is a lot to do in Japan.
Japanese culture, of which I've heard so much, really is distinct and separate from other Asian cultures. Their patterns of action and their peculiar artifacts certainly aren't the same as those which feature prominently in Hong Kong. For one thing, the MTR culture was more civilized and less stressful: people queued up for trains and let passengers alight first before permitting themselves to board; cellphones never rang and cabin cars were as quiet as bedrooms at midnight; and to imagine all of these people enforce their norms without public service announcements, without any coddling, conspicuous signs - that's amazing. What proved difficult was trying to find a garbage can. It was easier to find a vending machine, from which one could purchase a variety of drinks or cigarettes, than a bin in which to dispose of these delectable, perishable goods.
As for the general citizenry, they were most accommodating and hospitable, with several individuals going out of their way to help Paul and I find our way around the dense sprawl of the city. Language wasn't a concern despite our limited Japanese; amazingly enough, our comfort was their concern! I won't forget their selfless service, as one day, I hope, I'll be able to return the favor. That the girls were quite attractive and that I demonstrated a propensity to ask attractive girls for directions go without saying; however, I understand now that their sexiness and sophistication stem not from comely faces but coherent attire. Rather than adorn themselves like a typical Mong Kok girl in a ridiculous neon rainbow palette, with jeans or unseemly spandex underneath dresses, skirts or other tops better left to stand alone, Japanese girls opt for more somber, sensible colors - black and cream-colored - and what's more, they aren't afraid to whip out the tasteful pantyhose or to show some skin, even. We had plenty of time to ogle the ladies, and to their credit, freezing temperatures weren't enough to dissuade many of them from forsaking, icing their shorts, as we saw countless pairs being worn on the street. That's what I call fashion professionalism!
Overall, Japan is a marvelous little land full of the eccentric, as well as the endearing. It was a fascinating place to explore, and I'm thankful that it was done in the company of my friend , with whom candor was not at a premium. We both learned a lot and look forward to the next trip!
MOUNT KAILASH INNER PARIKRAMA 2010
Mt. Kailash Inner Parikrama (Kora)
Mt. Kailash (6714m), Asia's most sacred mountain, is located in a high and isolated enclave of West Tibet . It is one of three pilgrimages sites in the area, known collectively as Kangri Tsosum. All are said to be at the heart of the ancient Shangshung kingdom, the supposed land of origin of the pre-Buddist Bonpos. Mt Kailash is their sould-mountain, which they also call Yungdrung Gu Tse, the Nine-story Swastika Mountain .
It is a 53-km pilgrim path around Mt. Kailash . It begins and ends at Darchen, a small settlement at the mountain south base and in the process visits four monasteries crosses the high Drolma La Pass (5636m). Three days is perhaps the minimum time required to walk leisurely around the mountain: spend two nights in or near Drira Phuk and Zutrul Phuk Monasteries. If conditions permit, try to stay four or five days, which would allow time for short trips to the inner regions of the area.
Mount Kailash (also Mount kailas; Tibetan: གངས་རིན་པོ་ཆེKangrinboqê or Gang Rinpoche; simplified Chinese: 冈仁波齐峰,Gāngrénbōqí fēng, Sanskrit: कैलास Kailāsa) is a peak in the Kailas Range (Gangdisê Mountains), which forms part of the Transhimalaya in Tibet. It lies near the source of some of the longest rivers in Asia: the Indus River, the Sutlej River (a major tributary of the Indus River), the Brahmaputra River, and the Karnali River (a tributary of the River Ganga). It is considered a sacred place in four religions: Bön, Buddhism, Hinduism andJainism. The mountain lies near Lake Manasarovar and Lake Rakshastalin Tibet.
According to Hinduism, Lord Shiva, the destroyer of ignorance and illusion, resides at the summit of a legendary mountain named Kailās, where he sits in a state of perpetual meditation along with his wife Pārvatī.
According to Charles Allen, one description in the Vishnu Purana of the mountain states that its four faces are made of crystal, ruby, gold, and lapis lazuli. It is a pillar of the world and is located at the heart of six mountain ranges symbolizing a lotus.
Every year, thousands make a pilgrimage to Kailash, following a tradition going back thousands of years. Pilgrims of several religions believe that circumambulating Mount Kailash on foot is a holy ritual that will bring good fortune. The peregrination is made in a clockwise direction by Hindus and Buddhists. Followers of the Jain andBönpo religions circumambulate the mountain in a counterclockwise direction. The path around Mount Kailash is 52 km (32 mi) long.
Some pilgrims believe that the entire walk around Kailash should be made in a single day, which is not considered an easy task. A person in good shape walking fast would take perhaps 15 hours to complete the 52 km trek. Some of the devout do accomplish this feat, little daunted by the uneven terrain, altitude sickness and harsh conditions faced in the process. Indeed, other pilgrims venture a much more demanding regimen, performing body-lengthprostrations over the entire length of the circumambulation: The pilgrim bends down, kneels, prostrates full-length, makes a mark with his fingers, rises to his knees, prays, and then crawls forward on hands and knees to the mark made by his/her fingers before repeating the process. It requires at least four weeks of physical endurance to perform the circumambulation while following this regimen. The mountain is located in a particularly remote and inhospitable area of the Tibetan Himalayas. A few modern amenities, such as benches, resting places and refreshment kiosks, exist to aid the pilgrims in their devotions. According to all religions that revere the mountain, setting foot on its slopes is a dire sin. It is claimed that many people who ventured to defy the taboo have died in the process[citation needed]. It is a popular belief that the stairways on Mount Kailash lead to heaven.
Following the political and border disturbances across the Chinese-Indian boundary, pilgrimage to the legendary abode of Lord Shiva was stopped from 1954 to 1978. Thereafter, a limited number of Indian pilgrims have been allowed to visit the place, under the supervision of the Chinese and Indian governments either by a lengthy and hazardous trek over the Himalayan terrain, travel by land from Kathmandu or from Lhasa where flights from Kathmandu are available to Lhasa and thereafter travel over the great Tibetan plateau by car. The journey takes four night stops, finally arriving at Darchen at elevation of 4,600 m (15,100 ft), small outpost that swells with pilgrims at certain times of year. Despite its minimal infrastructure, modest guest houses are available for foreign pilgrims, whereas Tibetan pilgrims generally sleep in their own tents. A small regional medical center serving far-western Tibet and funded by the Swiss Ngari Korsum Foundation was built here in 1997.
Walking around the holy mountain—a part of its official park—has to be done on foot, pony or yak, taking some three days of trekking starting from a height of around 15,000 ft (4,600 m) past the Tarboche (flagpole) to cross the Drölma pass 18,200 ft (5,500 m), and encamping for two nights en route. First, near the meadow of Dirapuk gompa, some 2 to 3 km (1.2 to 1.9 mi) before the pass and second, after crossing the pass and going downhill as far as possible (viewing Gauri Kund in the distance). By Kailash Mansarovar Foundation Swami Bikash Giri www.sumeruparvat.com , www.naturalitem.com
And what a lady she was. Bustling with energy, she runs a small tea / snacks shop in a small village in Tamil Nadu, that will go un-named. It has one main road and her main customers are travellers who pass by that way and want some refreshment.
We became frequent visitors during our time, not being able to resist her charming and quaint shop!
Tamil Nadu
Hot & Sour curry with tender pieces of marinated chargrilled chicken breast, onions, tomatoes & red chillies
© 2017 Tony Worrall
Benché sia mattino presto gli zaini sono pesanti e la fatica è notevole.
Although early morning, backpacks are heavy and fatigue is remarkable.
LENARD'S CASINO ` BEVERLY SHORES, INDIANA `
Date: Circa 1940
Source Type: Postcard
Publisher, Printer, Photographer: Chips
Postmark: August 5, 1940, Beverly Shores, Indiana
Collection: Mike Fleming
Remark: Lenard's Casino was located on Lake Front Drive, west of Broadway. Constructed in 1935 by the Beverly Shores Construction Company, the first level at the beach contained lockers and showers. The second level contained inside dining rooms and an outside refreshment stand. The third floor consisted of living quarters. The structure was made of sandstone and sea-green terra cotta with jet black trim and was leased by W. J. McCain of Chicago, Illinois. In 1938, the structure was purchased by Ignatz Lenard (1881-1944), a noted restaurateur who owned the Little Poland Restaurant on 1166 Milwaukee Avenue in Chicago, Illinois. Mr. Lenard later added a hotel wing consisting of 37 single rooms and two apartments.
Mrs. Karolina Lenard and her five five children took over the management of the operation after Mr. Lenard's death, while also maintaining their Chicago business. During the off-season months, Lenard's would close.
The 1966 National Lakeshore Acquisition Plan and its potential impact on the community, as well as rising lake levels, convinced the family to sell the property.
A document contained in a folder of the Federal Writers' Project contains the following information concerning this casino:
THE CASINO ( BEVERLY SHORES )
The Casino one of the most attractive spots along Lake Michigan in Beverly Shores, Porter county, Indiana, is located one block west of Broadway facing Lake Front drive and bordering Lake Michigan in the rear. Beverly Shores is four miles west of Michigan City on U.S. Highway 12.
The building was built by W. Post of Beverly Shores for the Bartlett Realty Company at a cost of $40,000. It was finished in 1935.
Constructed of Sand Tan and sea green Terra Coatta [sic] with jet black trim, it is designed by the Beverly Shores Construction Company. It is located on a 50 by 250 feet riparian right site and included a private beach for guests, a dining room and dance floor as well as living accommodations for operating personnel. At the present time this building has been leased to W. J. McCain of Chicago, who is operating it. It is a two story structure.
The Casino is furnished with the latest all steel design leather furniture. To the rear is a large terrace over looking Lake Michigan.
Sources:
Federal Writers’ Program, Works Progress Administration. 1936-1942. Porter County, Indiana. Indiana Writers’ Program, Microfilm Reel No. 20, Folder 611. Terre Haute, Indiana: Indiana State University, Cunningham Memorial Library. 1,193 p. [see p. 668]
Communication with Carl O. Reed.
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In a simple yet evocative composition, this top-down view captures a glass intended for a refreshing Fanta, accidentally left untouched as the drink was instead consumed straight from the can. The vivid slice of orange nestles against the clear ice, juxtaposed against the deep, dark table. This image speaks to those small, overlooked moments that often go unnoticed in our bustling lives. The contrast of the vibrant orange against the dark backdrop not only enhances the visual appeal but also highlights the simplicity and beauty in everyday objects. It's a quiet reminder of the beauty found in the ordinary, waiting to be appreciated amidst the rush of daily routines.