Here's a photo of a 'green space' at my old University in Cholulu (Puebla, Mexico). Most of the original buildings remain, and, amazingly, look as good as they did when the new campus opened. In some photos of the campus, you can see twin volcanoes in the background.
“I believe in the redemptive powers of a dog’s love. It is in recognition of each dog’s potential to lift the human spirit, and therefore, to change society for the better, that I fight to make sure every street dog has its day.” --Stasha Wong, Secretary, Save Our Street Dogs (SOSD)
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I haven't been around here much, so it's especially nice to see you again tonight. I've been looking at photos of the location of your university. How wonderful it must have been to live and study in such an outstanding place.
I'm still in Florida for a few more weeks.
Sending you warm wishes.
(or enjoyed) your visit stateside with Family.
Here's a photo of a 'green space' at my old University in Cholulu (Puebla, Mexico). Most of the original buildings remain, and, amazingly, look as good as they did when the new campus opened. In some photos of the campus, you can see twin volcanoes in the background.
“I believe in the redemptive powers of a dog’s love. It is in recognition of each dog’s potential to lift the human spirit, and therefore, to change society for the better, that I fight to make sure every street dog has its day.” --Stasha Wong, Secretary, Save Our Street Dogs (SOSD)
I haven't been around here much, so it's especially nice to see you again tonight. I've been looking at photos of the location of your university. How wonderful it must have been to live and study in such an outstanding place.
I'm still in Florida for a few more weeks.
Sending you warm wishes.
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I will have to take a look now myself at more pictures of your university. Really lovely. I see you in the threads from time to time. (That is not like being in the weeds, thankfully.) I have been organizing my heart out. There is so much to do. We are working on the insane commodification of housing in our area now. A friend of my best friend's granddaughter is living in a 300 sq ft apartment with her child, works two jobs and pays 1K per month. Can you say oligarchy. This is the norm here. (edit the word friend)
(or enjoyed) your visit stateside with Family.
Here's a photo of a 'green space' at my old University in Cholulu (Puebla, Mexico). Most of the original buildings remain, and, amazingly, look as good as they did when the new campus opened. In some photos of the campus, you can see twin volcanoes in the background.
“I believe in the redemptive powers of a dog’s love. It is in recognition of each dog’s potential to lift the human spirit, and therefore, to change society for the better, that I fight to make sure every street dog has its day.” --Stasha Wong, Secretary, Save Our Street Dogs (SOSD)
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especially, since I haven't run into you, lately. I've always enjoyed your work and perspective.
Best of luck to you organizing to help the young woman with a difficult and unfair housing situation, fight back. "Good on you"--as Thom Hartmann would say.
As an aside, we always loved traveling through British Columbia, etc., during the years we lived in Interior Alaska. Another place we liked, and thought was very pretty, was Lethbridge, Alberta.
You Guys may see more photos of Puebla and Cholulu from time to time, unless we nix the idea of returning to the region. For now, though, I'm still checking out (today's) safety factors.
Have a great week!
Mollie
“I believe in the redemptive powers of a dog’s love. It is in recognition of each dog’s potential to lift the human spirit--and therefore, to change society for the better--that I fight to make sure every street dog has its day.” --Stasha Wong, Secretary, Save Our Street Dogs (SOSD)
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I will have to take a look now myself at more pictures of your university. Really lovely. I see you in the threads from time to time. (That is not like being in the weeds, thankfully.) I have been organizing my heart out. There is so much to do. We are working on the insane commodification of housing in our area now. A friend of my best friend's granddaughter is living in a 300 sq ft apartment with her child, works two jobs and pays 1K per month. Can you say oligarchy. This is the norm here. (edit the word friend)
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no matter, no need to be redundant, the music is the same, different vid. It is good to see you, as always.
Mom, the financing, the extended family not understanding, all taking its toll; many here have or are enduring similar circumstances, we all do, i suppose; cheers for caring.
I had some really nice shots of thunderclouds; if I ever find them I'd have to scan them.
Here are my offerings this week:
Forster's terns
Last Saturday we went up to Silver Lake in Big Cottonwood Canyon and hiked between there and Lake Solitude. I got three more lifers!
Western tanager, which I was super excited about! But this is the best I could do.
Western wood-pewee:
The third lifer, which I actually saw first was a Steller's Jay, but I couldn't get a photo of it on account of it kept moving and people were being noisy and wouldn't stop so I could get a photo. Rude!! But that and the Western tanager were two I was really hoping to see before we leave Utah so I was happy!
White-crowned sparrow, which I probably should've cropped:
Dark-eyed junco
Loved watching the chipmunks run around!
Holy lens flares!
This one isn't mine, but another one I saw on FB that made me laugh!
Hey, definitely got a chuckle out of the FB (last) bird photo. That's about how things have been going for me, lately!
Mollie
"Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage."--Lao Tzu
"I think dogs are the most amazing creatures--they give unconditional love. For me, they are the role model for being alive."--Gilda Radner
I had some really nice shots of thunderclouds; if I ever find them I'd have to scan them.
Here are my offerings this week:
Forster's terns
Last Saturday we went up to Silver Lake in Big Cottonwood Canyon and hiked between there and Lake Solitude. I got three more lifers!
Western tanager, which I was super excited about! But this is the best I could do.
Western wood-pewee:
The third lifer, which I actually saw first was a Steller's Jay, but I couldn't get a photo of it on account of it kept moving and people were being noisy and wouldn't stop so I could get a photo. Rude!! But that and the Western tanager were two I was really hoping to see before we leave Utah so I was happy!
White-crowned sparrow, which I probably should've cropped:
Dark-eyed junco
Loved watching the chipmunks run around!
Holy lens flares!
This one isn't mine, but another one I saw on FB that made me laugh!
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isn't it, Danni? The only time I've been able to go up big or little cottonwood canyons was to go skiing. We only went there a few times because Snowbasin is so close.
And I can go hiking in areas like that in less than 15 minutes.
Will you have this type of scenery where you are going to be living? I don't know much about the landscape where you are moving to, but hopefully you will take some photos of it and post them here.
I had some really nice shots of thunderclouds; if I ever find them I'd have to scan them.
Here are my offerings this week:
Forster's terns
Last Saturday we went up to Silver Lake in Big Cottonwood Canyon and hiked between there and Lake Solitude. I got three more lifers!
Western tanager, which I was super excited about! But this is the best I could do.
Western wood-pewee:
The third lifer, which I actually saw first was a Steller's Jay, but I couldn't get a photo of it on account of it kept moving and people were being noisy and wouldn't stop so I could get a photo. Rude!! But that and the Western tanager were two I was really hoping to see before we leave Utah so I was happy!
White-crowned sparrow, which I probably should've cropped:
Dark-eyed junco
Loved watching the chipmunks run around!
Holy lens flares!
This one isn't mine, but another one I saw on FB that made me laugh!
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@snoopydawg
The northern half of the state has beautiful forests though. There's a place northwest of Duluth called the Sax-Zim bog that I'd like to go to some time to look for Great Gray owls and hawk owls. The photos I've seen of it look awesome. There are also lakes and ponds everywhere; MN is called the land of 10,000 lakes. Eric likes to joke that he'll be confused not having any mountains around.
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isn't it, Danni? The only time I've been able to go up big or little cottonwood canyons was to go skiing. We only went there a few times because Snowbasin is so close.
And I can go hiking in areas like that in less than 15 minutes.
Will you have this type of scenery where you are going to be living? I don't know much about the landscape where you are moving to, but hopefully you will take some photos of it and post them here.
@Daenerys
Always love your pictures of birds. We have lots of Stellars here. This year two Red Shouldered Hawks raised two babies in the grove behind us. One day I heard a loud bird noise outside in the eucalyptus trees and then I saw a Peregrine Falcon eating one of the Hawk parents. The next day another family of Hawks with two babies moved in and the three parents raised the four baby hawks together. There are only ~500 pairs of Peregrines in the US now (up from something like four). And one of them lives here. All amazing to witness.
I had some really nice shots of thunderclouds; if I ever find them I'd have to scan them.
Here are my offerings this week:
Forster's terns
Last Saturday we went up to Silver Lake in Big Cottonwood Canyon and hiked between there and Lake Solitude. I got three more lifers!
Western tanager, which I was super excited about! But this is the best I could do.
Western wood-pewee:
The third lifer, which I actually saw first was a Steller's Jay, but I couldn't get a photo of it on account of it kept moving and people were being noisy and wouldn't stop so I could get a photo. Rude!! But that and the Western tanager were two I was really hoping to see before we leave Utah so I was happy!
White-crowned sparrow, which I probably should've cropped:
Dark-eyed junco
Loved watching the chipmunks run around!
Holy lens flares!
This one isn't mine, but another one I saw on FB that made me laugh!
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I had some really nice shots of thunderclouds; if I ever find them I'd have to scan them.
Here are my offerings this week:
Forster's terns
Last Saturday we went up to Silver Lake in Big Cottonwood Canyon and hiked between there and Lake Solitude. I got three more lifers!
Western tanager, which I was super excited about! But this is the best I could do.
Western wood-pewee:
The third lifer, which I actually saw first was a Steller's Jay, but I couldn't get a photo of it on account of it kept moving and people were being noisy and wouldn't stop so I could get a photo. Rude!! But that and the Western tanager were two I was really hoping to see before we leave Utah so I was happy!
White-crowned sparrow, which I probably should've cropped:
Dark-eyed junco
Loved watching the chipmunks run around!
Holy lens flares!
This one isn't mine, but another one I saw on FB that made me laugh!
Cool pictures of the clouds. There is something about them when they are being lit by the sun.
The photos of the critters and birds are great as well.
I haven't had time to take any new ones, so I'll share this one that won 1st place in the National Geographic photo contest for travel scenario this year.
A little Friday night humor
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Thanks for both the humour and the fascinating photo.
Cool pictures of the clouds. There is something about them when they are being lit by the sun.
The photos of the critters and birds are great as well.
I haven't had time to take any new ones, so I'll share this one that won 1st place in the National Geographic photo contest for travel scenario this year.
I spent the last two months in my garden with my cat. He is gone now but I have such unbelievable memories of my time with him. This is where we hung out together.
Garden between a rock and a tree
Green Planter
Lilly
Iris
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Your photos are a very beautiful and touching tribute to him. What a serene place to have spent those last weeks together. Peace.
I spent the last two months in my garden with my cat. He is gone now but I have such unbelievable memories of my time with him. This is where we hung out together.
All I can say is that I'm sure that Miley was very much comforted that you loved him so dearly, and that you were able to share so much time with him in your lovely garden, as his last days drew near.
Strength and peace to you.
Mollie
I spent the last two months in my garden with my cat. He is gone now but I have such unbelievable memories of my time with him. This is where we hung out together.
Garden between a rock and a tree
Green Planter
Lilly
Iris
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Thanks for Friday photos tonight, Janis
Very nice series of photos. I really like the two cloud shots.
Here are some Meerkat shots I took a few weeks ago
I woke up this morning determined to drink less, eat right, and exercise.
But that was four hours ago when I was younger and full of hope.
Thanks Socialprgressive.
Interesting creatures, Meerkats are.
You're right, Janis
They are interesting creatures.
I woke up this morning determined to drink less, eat right, and exercise.
But that was four hours ago when I was younger and full of hope.
Interesting and cute creatures--thanks for posting! EOM
Mollie
Everyone thinks they have the best dog, and none of them are wrong.
You're welcome, Mollie
I woke up this morning determined to drink less, eat right, and exercise.
But that was four hours ago when I was younger and full of hope.
Hi, Janis--great to see you! Hope you're enjoying
(or enjoyed) your visit stateside with Family.
Here's a photo of a 'green space' at my old University in Cholulu (Puebla, Mexico). Most of the original buildings remain, and, amazingly, look as good as they did when the new campus opened. In some photos of the campus, you can see twin volcanoes in the background.
[Photo Attribution: UDLAP website, Cholulu, Puebla, Mexico]
Thought I'd take a break from posting dog pics.
Hey, Everyone have a wonderful weekend!
Mollie
“I believe in the redemptive powers of a dog’s love. It is in recognition of each dog’s potential to lift the human spirit, and therefore, to change society for the better, that I fight to make sure every street dog has its day.”
--Stasha Wong, Secretary, Save Our Street Dogs (SOSD)
[Edited: Added Photo Attribution]
Everyone thinks they have the best dog, and none of them are wrong.
Hi Mollie!
I haven't been around here much, so it's especially nice to see you again tonight. I've been looking at photos of the location of your university. How wonderful it must have been to live and study in such an outstanding place.
I'm still in Florida for a few more weeks.
Sending you warm wishes.
Hey, I noticed that you've 'been scarce'
for a while, and missed your input--especially, your always pleasant good cheer!
Safe travels home, in case I don't catch up with you (again) before you leave.
Mollie
Everyone thinks they have the best dog, and none of them are wrong.
Thanks Mollie.
I must admit I am feeling both sad about leaving and pleasantly anticipating the serenity and comfort of home.
See you around ; ).
Hi Mollie
I will have to take a look now myself at more pictures of your university. Really lovely. I see you in the threads from time to time. (That is not like being in the weeds, thankfully.)
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Hi, magiamma! It's really good to see you--
especially, since I haven't run into you, lately. I've always enjoyed your work and perspective.
Best of luck to you organizing to help the young woman with a difficult and unfair housing situation, fight back. "Good on you"--as Thom Hartmann would say.
As an aside, we always loved traveling through British Columbia, etc., during the years we lived in Interior Alaska. Another place we liked, and thought was very pretty, was Lethbridge, Alberta.
You Guys may see more photos of Puebla and Cholulu from time to time, unless we nix the idea of returning to the region. For now, though, I'm still checking out (today's) safety factors.
Have a great week!
Mollie
“I believe in the redemptive powers of a dog’s love. It is in recognition of each dog’s potential to lift the human spirit--and therefore, to change society for the better--that I fight to make sure every street dog has its day.”
--Stasha Wong, Secretary, Save Our Street Dogs (SOSD)
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Everyone thinks they have the best dog, and none of them are wrong.
Hi janis...
another thread had me thinking of 'under the volcano,' then i saw your photos and down under had a bright meaning, all-a-sudden!
Nice to see you smiley.
Thank you for the very beautiful music and imagery. I hope you are well and your mother's care has become a little less challenging for all.
oops, misssed the version i intended...
no matter, no need to be redundant, the music is the same, different vid. It is good to see you, as always.
Mom, the financing, the extended family not understanding, all taking its toll; many here have or are enduring similar circumstances, we all do, i suppose; cheers for caring.
Drop in tomorrow if you can.
lovely clouds Janis.
I had some really nice shots of thunderclouds; if I ever find them I'd have to scan them.
Here are my offerings this week:
Forster's terns
Last Saturday we went up to Silver Lake in Big Cottonwood Canyon and hiked between there and Lake Solitude. I got three more lifers!
Western tanager, which I was super excited about! But this is the best I could do.
Western wood-pewee:
The third lifer, which I actually saw first was a Steller's Jay, but I couldn't get a photo of it on account of it kept moving and people were being noisy and wouldn't stop so I could get a photo. Rude!! But that and the Western tanager were two I was really hoping to see before we leave Utah so I was happy!
White-crowned sparrow, which I probably should've cropped:
Dark-eyed junco
Loved watching the chipmunks run around!
Holy lens flares!
This one isn't mine, but another one I saw on FB that made me laugh!
This shit is bananas.
What a treat--thank you, Daenerys! I'm a major bird lover,
so I always look forward to your work.
Hey, definitely got a chuckle out of the FB (last) bird photo. That's about how things have been going for me, lately!
Mollie
"Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage."--Lao Tzu
"I think dogs are the most amazing creatures--they give unconditional love. For me, they are the role model for being alive."--Gilda Radner
Everyone thinks they have the best dog, and none of them are wrong.
It's incredible how close we are to this type of scenary
isn't it, Danni? The only time I've been able to go up big or little cottonwood canyons was to go skiing. We only went there a few times because Snowbasin is so close.
And I can go hiking in areas like that in less than 15 minutes.
Will you have this type of scenery where you are going to be living? I don't know much about the landscape where you are moving to, but hopefully you will take some photos of it and post them here.
Which AIPAC/MIC/pharma/bank bought politician are you going to vote for? Don’t be surprised when nothing changes.
Minnesota is pretty flat.
The northern half of the state has beautiful forests though. There's a place northwest of Duluth called the Sax-Zim bog that I'd like to go to some time to look for Great Gray owls and hawk owls. The photos I've seen of it look awesome. There are also lakes and ponds everywhere; MN is called the land of 10,000 lakes. Eric likes to joke that he'll be confused not having any mountains around.
This shit is bananas.
Hi Daenerys
Always love your pictures of birds. We have lots of Stellars here. This year two Red Shouldered Hawks raised two babies in the grove behind us. One day I heard a loud bird noise outside in the eucalyptus trees and then I saw a Peregrine Falcon eating one of the Hawk parents. The next day another family of Hawks with two babies moved in and the three parents raised the four baby hawks together. There are only ~500 pairs of Peregrines in the US now (up from something like four). And one of them lives here. All amazing to witness.
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It's always a treat to see the photos you capture of nature.
Good luck with your move and all new encounters.
Thank you, Janis, and to all
who posted. Beautiful...just what the world needs.
Thank you very much strollingone.
It is a pleasure to photograph and share the beauty of life.
Thanks for hosting this tonight, Janis
Cool pictures of the clouds. There is something about them when they are being lit by the sun.
The photos of the critters and birds are great as well.
I haven't had time to take any new ones, so I'll share this one that won 1st place in the National Geographic photo contest for travel scenario this year.
A little Friday night humor
Which AIPAC/MIC/pharma/bank bought politician are you going to vote for? Don’t be surprised when nothing changes.
Hi snoopy.
Thanks for both the humour and the fascinating photo.
Hi Janis -Good to see you...
I spent the last two months in my garden with my cat. He is gone now but I have such unbelievable memories of my time with him. This is where we hung out together.
Garden between a rock and a tree
Green Planter
Lilly
Iris
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I'm sorry for the loss of your beloved cat.
Your photos are a very beautiful and touching tribute to him. What a serene place to have spent those last weeks together. Peace.
magiamma, my deepest condolences on the loss
of your dear 'Miley.'
I'm sorry--I didn't see your comments until this evening. (Sunday)
A lovely quote by a Nobel laureate in literature, Anatole France, comes to mind,
Brainy Quote
But, of course, you know that.
All I can say is that I'm sure that Miley was very much comforted that you loved him so dearly, and that you were able to share so much time with him in your lovely garden, as his last days drew near.
Strength and peace to you.
Mollie
Everyone thinks they have the best dog, and none of them are wrong.