Friday night photos - OT

Submitted by dystopian on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 8:29pm

Hope I am not stepping on any toes here... but since I don't see anything up yet... I'll toss a few pix up but can't guarantee how much I can be around to be a good host.

An immature American Redstart visited the bath but I missed a good shot. Just a docushot.
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Carolina Chickadee apparently scolding a Yellow Warbler for splashing too much.
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Ruby-throated Hummingbird - head crop
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Red Saddlebags - dragonfly - male
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Love to see everyone's photos...

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Submitted by snoopydawg on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 9:02pm
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Thanks for hosting tonight. I haven't taken a photo in ages, but fall is starting and I know where I'm going to get fall photos again. I love Aspens in all seasons, but especially in the fall.

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Submitted by dystopian on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 9:06pm
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@snoopydawg awesome aspens SD! They are great... the cottonwoods can go a good yellow too... we should start to see some good leaf pix from the folks up north soon maybe?

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Submitted by snoopydawg on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 9:57pm
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Yes some of the cottonwoods have started turning as are the maples. This week was just absolutely perfect weatherwize but tomorrow it's turning cold and raining. The whole west part of the country is getting an Arctic blast. Snow in Montana and in our mountains. Hopefully it won't rain too hard and hurt the leaves before I get there.

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Submitted by janis b on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 9:15pm
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@snoopydawg

It feels like ages since we've met.

The giraffes are such graceful animals. Enjoy the beauty and delicacy of Aspens in Autumn.

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Submitted by snoopydawg on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 9:54pm
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@janis b

It's been awhile since you've been here. Are you still visiting with your mom and if so when do you return home? You will be going home to spring yes? Hope your mom is doing well?

Nice shot of the flowers.

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Submitted by janis b on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 10:07pm
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@snoopydawg

and will be back home in two weeks, as Spring will make its entrance. My mom is thankfully fully recovered, and I expect to feel more settled once I am back in the comfort of home.

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Submitted by Unabashed Liberal on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 10:35pm
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@janis b

to be a bit scarce myself (lately), but, try to lurk as much as possible. And, was beginning to get concerned that either you, or, possibly your Mom (under the circumstances--her fall) weren't doing very well.

Anyhoo, very happy to hear that you're both fine. Pleasantry If I don't see you again soon, have a nice and safe trip home.

Have a lovely weekend.

Mollie

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Submitted by janis b on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 10:56pm
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to see you again, Mollie. I do miss our connection. Being with my mom through these changes have been challenging for both, but we've made it through pretty well.

I see that you and Mr. M and Katie are excitingly close to living your vision for the future. I trust that the move will be satisfying to you in many ways, and hopefully inspiring as well. I look forward to hearing about your experiences as you encounter them. Always wishing you the best.

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Submitted by Unabashed Liberal on Sat, 09/28/2019 - 12:49am
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@janis b

the past month has seen several changes to our plans, so, we're still making some decisions. (Believe it or not, Hurricane Dorian even entered into the mix, cancelling one plan we had.)

At any rate, we're very much looking forward to the new phase of life that we're about to embark upon. And, while I've been absent, Mr M and I celebrated our 42nd Wedding Anniversary. I must say--I am the 'lucky one.' Smile

Take care.

Mollie

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Submitted by janis b on Sat, 09/28/2019 - 5:02pm
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of where you will live. It looks beautiful and adventurous.

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Submitted by Socialprogressive on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 9:31pm
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@snoopydawg

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Submitted by snoopydawg on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 9:52pm
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Love your shots of the ocean of course and the trees. Is Torrey pines in S Cal?

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Submitted by Socialprogressive on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 10:01pm
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@snoopydawg
Torry Pines is in La Jolla, about 15 miles north of downtown San Diego.

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Submitted by janis b on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 9:10pm
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Seriously though, thank you dystopian.

A bouquet, to apologize for my utter absence from the POT. Time and events have conspired against my presence, but I anticipate life returning to normal in a few more weeks. Cheers everyone!

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Submitted by janis b on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 9:29pm
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Thank you for all your photos, always.

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Submitted by Socialprogressive on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 9:39pm
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@janis b
I don't know what type of flowers those are, but I love the shot.

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Submitted by janis b on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 9:48pm
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just past their prime. Thank you

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Submitted by dystopian on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 9:51pm
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@janis b Hope it was just a love tap on the tootsies... Wink

Beautiful flower photo Janis. I love the backlit translucence on the petals. Gorgeous.

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Submitted by janis b on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 9:57pm
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You tread so lightly and gently. Thank you, dystopian

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Submitted by Socialprogressive on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 9:28pm
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Nice series, dystopian and a docushot will always be better than no shot at all.

Some shots I took back in May at Torry Pines State Reserve.
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Submitted by janis b on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 9:36pm
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for the touching relationship of the two pines in the first photo and the heart shaped cactus sporting twins.

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Submitted by Socialprogressive on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 9:53pm
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@janis b
don't let that big heart fool you, that cactus is one prickly dude.

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Submitted by janis b on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 9:59pm
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It wouldn't be the first time.

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Submitted by dystopian on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 9:55pm
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@Socialprogressive Beautiful photos SP! That pink flower looks quite like Mountain Pink. I have not been to Torrey Pines in decades, but what a neat place. Love yer 'love' Prickly Pear leaf. Great pix! Thanks for sharing!

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Submitted by Socialprogressive on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 10:16pm
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@dystopian
The pink (fuchsia?) flower is a Canchalagua.

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Submitted by The Liberal Moonbat on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 10:29pm
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Submitted by janis b on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 10:41pm
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in all its beauty and spirit. Thanks L M for your contributions of beauty, humor and soul.

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Submitted by dystopian on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 10:59pm
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Bunch of neat stuff there LM! Thanks! I love the cat crowd gathering for the guitarist. Smile

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Submitted by Unabashed Liberal on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 11:28pm
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and, for hosting this evening.

Of course, as one of the few 'non-photographers' here, I rarely have anything much to contribute to this thread. Having said that, here's a photo from a Community blog of a pier in our neighborhood, in what is now our primary residence, until we leave for SA--the Eastern Shore of Talibama (as Joe would say). Wink

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Again, thanks for this thread. Even if I don't always get to drop by and comment, absolutely luv your bird photos. After all, I'm a 'Cockatiel Mom,' as well as a dog lover!

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Biggrin

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Submitted by dystopian on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 11:10pm
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@Unabashed Liberal That looks lovely there... east side of 'the' (Mobile?) bay then? Driven through it a couple times but no pokin' around. Camped on the west side a few times... Beautiful area.
Congrats on the imminent retirement! Thanks again!

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Submitted by Unabashed Liberal on Sat, 09/28/2019 - 12:35am
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in an adjoining county (for now).

Hey, so long as we don't talk politics with most folks around here, they're generally quite pleasant and accommodating. Now, one thing we do have in common with many of them, because I lived on the Eastern Shore for a couple of years as a kid--enthusiasm for College football. Smile Both 'Bama and Auburn. (But, we don't fall in the flat-out 'fanatic' category, as some folks down here do.)

Having said that, I cried when (Paul) Bear Bryant passed away, and watched his funeral from Fairbanks, Alaska. But, gotta understand - The Bear was 'an institution' in that State. Without a doubt, one of the most beloved, revered, and respected figures that it's ever produced.

As I recall, thousands and thousands of people lined the Interstate and overpasses to honor him and his funeral procession.

And, just like it was yesterday, remember seeing Joe Namath quarterbacking for 'Bama at (today's) Ladd-Peebles Stadium in Mobile (when I was a kid). Hey, sorry--like Mr M would say, TMI. Biggrin

Have a nice weekend.

Mollie

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Submitted by Unabashed Liberal on Sat, 09/28/2019 - 2:07am
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but, now that Mr M is finally leaving the proverbial corporate fishbowl/workplace, really looking forward to our new journey together.

Have a nice weekend!

Pleasantry

Mollie

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Submitted by orlbucfan on Sat, 09/28/2019 - 5:11am
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Rec'd!! Smile

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