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A lone person stops to watch the sunset and reflect on life. You can almost feel her soul being rejuvenated from the beautiful skies and reflections created by mother nature.
A week or so ago, I wrote about my favourite (endangered) Garry oak meadow. I wasn't very clear. As often happens, I was arguing from more than one place at once. A couple of commenters misunderstood me completely... and I don't blame them. I was pretty muddled. Here's what I was trying to say (and I'll try to be clearer).
Our world has reached a stage where hardly anything is "natural." Think about it. Try to name just one thing. It's nearly impossible, given how much we humans have altered the planet. Even the weather... which would seem the most natural thing of all... is so mucked up because of what we've done to the environment.
Last year, some scientists reported the results of their study of highrise window grime around Toronto. They found significant amounts of chemicals banned in North America for decades... presumably carrried here by atmospheric systems from less developed countries with fewer regulations.
More recently, I listened to a radio doc. in which a young Canadian recounted her experience living in China for a year. She tried to ride a bicycle and couldn't; couldn't breathe. Even walking, she said she sometimes vomited from the sheer thickness of the air pollution.
Tempting, when you hear that, to look around smugly at your own apparently wide-open spaces, and clean air, and pristine wilderness... but, no. It's not pristine. Nothing is any more. Because the whole broader global ecosystem has been altered in presumably irreversable ways.
And here's another anecdote to illustrate the point.
Some years ago, there was a massive fire in Yellowstone Park; it burned for weeks. It stymied all firefighting efforts and, at one point, someone said "Why not let it burn?" That's what would happen in nature, after all. Forest fires were part of the natural order of things... clearing out brush and dead wood and whatnot and making space for rejuvenated habitat.
But that only works within a natural system. And we ain't got one. Not any more. And no... I'm not despairing... just trying (not too successfully I fear) to make my argument that almost NOTHING is natural.
Living in houses? Driving cars? Using computers? Flying in planes? It's all way-out shit when you really stop and think about it.
Which makes rubber masks seem... well... if not natural, then certainly within the range of "normal" in today's world.
But... wait. There IS something natural left.
Love. Long may it reign. And may we some day reach a place where no one is judged or punished or ostracized for who they love. Because that's the most unnatural phenomenon of all.
(Added to the Cream of the Crop pool as most interesting, as judged by Flickr.)
[Camera selected from various Canon EOS models, and Tamron lens, and Samsung S23Ultra with TelephotoLens]
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Version 2 in the Lake Serene moored boat series on style, mainly colour. 'Style' is basically the manner in which an artist (here, 'photoartist') portrays the subject matter and how the artist expresses her or his vision, through the composition, which includes colour as a key element.
To recall at Lake Serene, 'serenity' is the state of being calm, peaceful, and untroubled. Lake Serene has been in this state for eons. The boat is a shared community boat for drifting around the lake to enjoy serenity in a gentle floating manner. Floating improves one's serenity by helping with mental and physical wellness through increasing one's relaxation, energy, and rejuvenation.
🎧 "Talking to the birds" (SIS): www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWfQZRfpq3s
🎧 "Whistleman" (Bedouin): www.youtube.com/watch?v=A0JrjSR4Jhc
I had a long walk yesterday. First I watched the waves, then I listened to the soft sound of the reed moved by the wind. The walk was very rejuvenating and refreshing.
A warm thank you to all :)
A fellow hiker takes in the pristine air and nature's blessings at Glacier's Two Medicine lake. Most rejuvenating!
Rejuvenation: the action of rejuvenating or the state of being rejuvenated : restoration of youthful vigor
or
the act or process of making someone look or feel young and energetic again.
A restorative for the body, mind and soul. Nothing better, can be addicting. The best kind.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
A city with a history of over 2300 years, the second largest in Greece, the birthplace of great personalities and ideas, situated at a strategic position in the Balkan peninsula, where East meets West. Cosmopolitan, charming, mysterious, enchanting and friendly, Thessaloniki was and will always be unique in every aspect.
The statue of Alexander the Great, riding on top of his faithful horse Bucephalus, is situated at the Nea Paralia (“New Seafront”). The statue was erected in 1973-74 and is more than 6 meters high. It is very close to the White Tower, the landmark monument of Thessaloniki. There are many more attractions to see when you are walking along the Nea Paralia, such as thematic parks, sculptures, museums, trip boats, street artists, restaurants, you name it. When the sun shines, a walk by the seafront looking at one side the busy streets loaded with cars and shops with thousands of people and at the other side the sea of Thermaikos Gulf with cargo ships crossing to the port, can be quite a rejuvenating experience!
Warm regards to all, may your days be brilliant with light and joy!
Do the rejuvenating powers of the Sea help us to restore ourselves and our dreams ? Yes, so build yourself a Myth...
Based on the song "Myth" by the music group, Beach House...
Est-ce que les pouvoirs rajeunissants de la mer nous aider à nous-mêmes et nos rêves restaurons? Oui, donc construire vous-même un mythe ...
¿Los poderes rejuvenecedores del mar ayudan a restaurar a nosotros mismos y nuestros sueños? Sí, por lo que construir usted mismo un mito ...
This was shot at the Grange Estate. It was such a warm and welcoming room and reminded me of when you get home at the end of the day or the end of a trip and let your surroundings rejuvenate your soul.
A big thank you for viewing and supporting.
Sometimes life can just get in the way of the things you cherish and enjoy and you find yourself needing a time out................
I did, now after a short break I'm back, refreshed and
rejuvenated.....now to catch up 😃😄
There is nothing more rejuvenating then sitting outside and soaking in nature. For me I am in love with BackBones Hammock Chair. With so many color change options from the ropes to the cushions and fabric this hanging chair can fit into any build. Theres a ton of poses to chose from with aeros integration so this chair is more then just functional its fun as well. So stop in at BackBone. So whats your favorite piece from BackBone?
Recently Blanca had surgery to remove a lipoma that had continued growing on her chest for two years. She also had her teeth cleaned and got three little front teeth pulled that were loose. I was really anxious about her having surgery and delayed it as long as possible.
After surgery, she was very disturbed by the whole thing, but then recovered quickly and ever since has been feeling great!! It's like she's been rejuvenated by several years! I'm so relieved and so very happy! :)
Ella on a snowy hillside late last year.
This was her first proper walk in years having found a drug that actually works on her arthritic joints and has given her back her joie de vivre. We're probably only a mile from home here but that distance would have been unthinkable a few months earlier.
Taman Beji Griya Waterfall is a hidden gem in Bali, Indonesia known for its spiritual and scenic beauty. Located in the Badung Regency, this waterfall is not just a natural wonder but also a sacred site for purification rituals. Visitors can experience the serene atmosphere, lush greenery, and unique rock formations while participating in traditional Balinese cleansing ceremonies. The site is less crowded than other waterfalls in Bali, making it a peaceful retreat for nature lovers and those seeking spiritual rejuvenation.
another amaryllis photo - both stems and eight blooms, now supported by canes and tied up with string after its 'curious incident...... in the nighttime'
♡ Rejuvenate ♡
Black Opium Originals' Zisel Dress is so stunning and is now available @ Vanity Event! It matches my eyeshadow from Absinthe, and it fits the whole minimal formal aesthetic in this shot. I'm also wearing a pretty pose from babyboo ♡
Get this look ♡
Eyeshadow ♡ Absinthe! Siren Eyeshadow in Burnt Orange
Dress ♡ Black Opium Originals // Zisel dress
Pose ♡ babyboo // Barbi
Necklace ♡ Kibitz
Hair ♡ Doux
Ring ♡ Ysoral
Skin ♡ The Skinnery
Nails ♡ Ascendant // Midnight Call Nails 09
Hairbase ♡ REVOUL
Ears ♡ PUMEC
My first shot this year.. of these 'Crocus'.. flowers ready to open.. View On Black
TGIF.. Have a lovely day.. thanks for stopping by..
I spent a wonderful afternoon at a local gardens where spring was bursting forth in all its glory. It's such a beautiful space, and yet free to enter which seems a very rare and special thing these days.
The sight of people's faces upturned to the welcome sun and their smiles as they encountered some new or beautiful specimen, or listened to birdsong, was every bit as precious as the garden itself.
I feel as though spring has truly sprung and I might have fallen in love with my camera all over again too!
One of the brightest, boldest rainbows I've seen welcomed me as I approached a region of Glacier Park long known for it's mystical and spiritual aura. Named Two Medicine by the Blackfeet peoples who have for centuries sent their young warriers here on vision quests and spiritual seeking.
I too feel that pull and need to return here for rejuvenation, rejoicing and relaxation. Never fails to set my soul singing and reboot my spirit.
Some earlier scenes/moments I've enjoyed from this special area below……..
We're finally having some Spring-like weather here. :-))
Hope you are as well.
Thanks for your visit!
The contractors have been working hard creating long trenches on the beach from Black Rock towards the Pier. I asked one of them what the trenches were and he explained they are part of the improving biodiversity plan (see below) The trenches are like planters which, once finished, will be filled with native plants, flowers and chalk land grasses. The trench area will then be fenced in so the public can look but not touch.
“I go to nature to be soothed and healed, and to have my senses put in order.” John Burroughs
Nature nurturing at Glacier's Lake McDonald at sunset. Nature never fails to recharge, restore and revitalize.
Enjoy a Super Day!
Refúgio Francês stood 120 meters (394 feet) above sea level. From its window wall behind my back, a breathtaking 360-degree panorama unfolded. Lake Nordenskjöld, Cerro Paine Grande, Cerro Ferrier, Mount Tenerife, and the Chacabuco and Balmaceda ranges – all etched themselves forever in my memory.
Patagonia's weather is a fickle beast, yet within the mountain domes's walls, comfort was guaranteed. A cozy bed, a hot shower, and camaraderie with fellow backpackers filled my evening. Freed from the burden of a heavy pack, I could truly embrace the journey, reveling in the constant beauty around me.
Day 2 of the W trek found me sharing stories with fellow travelers over a warm meal and countless pisco sours. Rejuvenated and recharged, I readied myself for the next leg – a challenging 23 km (14 mi) route with a peak elevation of 1,100 meters (3,609 feet). Steeps and descents awaited, but I was ready.
The refuge offered a variety of accommodations: from dome-shaped shelters to fully equipped campsites or even simple platforms. Food service and equipment rentals were also available.