125 Replies to “To Be Called”

  1. Gill McGrath – UK – I am an artist. I love paper. I love using limited color/colour. I work quickly in oils and with pastels. Things close to hand make the best subjects for me. I write everyday.... shopping lists, to do lists, poetry of sorts... and a diary, often on the same page. And now I take photos everyday.....and I think I am a street photographer. I am 'In touch with Emma' at ~ gillmcgrath.com
    Gill McGrath says:

    What a beautiful photo and words. Perfect .

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  2. derrickjknight – UK – I am an octogenarian enjoying rambling physically and photographing what I see, and rambling in my head as memories are triggered. I also ramble through a lifetime's photographs. In these later years much rambling is done in a car.
    derrickjknight says:

    Superb contrasting textures and accompanying words

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  3. greenmackenzie – Scotland – Hi, I'm Seonaid, and I share my home on the shores of Loch Ness deep in the Scottish Highlands with my husband, my son and a couple of dogs. I love art which is here now and gone tomorrow...like food and nature...but also have a passion for vintage and the ancient past! Nature is my favourite muse, with her wild ever shifting seasons. I have been using and teaching mindfulness and relaxation for over 12 years, and have yet to become any sort of expert :-) I'm a Psychotherapist and Cancer Support Specialist in Maggies Highlands
    greenmackenzie says:

    Oh this is beautiful….and somehow catches the opposites of the peace of waiting filled with the energy of a whole life to be lived!

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  5. maureenc – south east Queensland – Supposedly retired ,I fit my fabric and fibre fanaticism in with sharing my life with , family and friends and a few other activities My star sign is Cancer;I love being near the ocean and live on the shores of Moreton Bay in SEQ;I enjoy listening to music of many genre,but prefer instrumental to vocal; Reading....I always have a couple of books and magazines on the "go" simultaneously;
    maureenc says:

    Your words exactly describe the Stephanotis seeds taking wing in my garden

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  6. Emma Maund – Hi, I'm Emma, a beekeeper, aromatherapist and gardener born and bred in London. I'm a slow blogger posting fortnightly (just) about bees (mostly), nature and wildlife, aromatherapy and gardens. I got married in October 2016 and am now Mrs Apis Mellifera. I'm also taking some time out for other big changes this year. In the meantime, with over 200 posts and pages to read, please feel free to explore.
    Emma Sarah Tennant says:

    They look almost fairy-like – your pictures and words capture nature magic very well.

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  8. blondie63 – I love crochet, knitting, photography, dogs, cooking, baking, scrapbooking, music ,blogging and did I mention dogs? I also love to collect movies which is a big hobby of mine!
    Lisa says:

    Awesome poem for this beautiful photo!! Hugz Lisa and Bear

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  10. jane tims – Canada – Hi. I am a writer and biologist. I am also interested in history and community sustainability. I write mostly poetry. My training is in botany, so I often include plants in my poems. Visit me at www.nichepoetryandprose.wordpress.com
    jane tims says:

    I love the potential and design this suggests for us all.

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  11. Elisa – I love reading, writing, poetry, photography and cooking and and and...!!! "It gives me strength, almost unbelievable strength, to know that you are there. I covet your eyes, your ears, the collapsible space between us. How blessed are we to have each other? I am alive and you are alive and so we must fill the air with our words." - Dave Eggers
    Elisa says:

    oooo beautiful, did you use a different camera for this one??

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  12. Lee – Maryland – Photography is my hobby. I own 33 PLANET EARTH groups on Flickr. This blog is not about me, its about the members of the family of PLANET EARTH groups. Administration Team Thanks to all members for being part of the family of PLANET EARTH groups. PLANET EARTH groups are not the largest groups on Flickr but we are some of the best groups. Members on the administration team are all active members and do care about our planet. 29 PLANET EARTH groups please take the time and ck. out what these groups have to offer, thousands of photos and videos by our members. My daughter is part of Administration for PLANET EARTH groups. zieglerb www.flickr.com/photos/zieglerb/ ♥PANKARITA♥ is part of Administration for CHILDREN OUR FUTURE, and PLANET EARTH OUR HOME www.flickr.com/photos/kristel_pankarita/ Any problems or concerns please contact any of us. Your Friend Lee PLANET EARTH groups. www.flickr.com/people/thats_right/ Wordpress: PLANET EARTH NEWSLETTER blog http://planetearthnewsletter.wordpress.com/ copy and paste above link or click on PLANET EARTH NEWSLETTER blog below. This is an active blog so ck. back when you can for future updates. Get fed get the feed.
    Lee says:

    Lovely

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  14. Lori Fontanes – Writer in various media covering food, technology, climate change and the environment. Also: adjunct professor, community advocate and backyard farmer. I believe in democracy.
    Lori Fontanes says:

    Fly free, little seedlings! 🙂

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  17. Gretchen Del Rio – Crestline, California, USA – I first discovered the magic of water based colors when many years ago I began to paint with procion dyes on silk. I loved the unexpected quality of the process. It was so exciting to never be sure what the colors and water would combine to produce. It seemed as though the medium had its own passion. Painting with watercolors and paper is much the same. I love the color combinations and separations that occur spontaneously as the color floats on the water. You can never totally predict what effect will result. If you try to control the medium too much, your painting will be very tight losing its aliveness. The artist must be bold and decisive or the work will not be clear and fresh. It is really like a dance. It becomes a controlled folly in knowing when to let go and when to take charge of the direction that the painting is taking. The images that I paint reflect my emotions and are expression of my life experience. They are not extensively planned, but rather evolve as the painting progresses. I am always surprised by the end result since it comes into being because of what the medium and emotion has suggested. The paintings are from my heart and I always fall in love with the subject. I believe that we are all connected and, if an image touches you, it is because we all have the same heart even though our paths may be different. Most of all, painting what I paint makes me happy. The paintings are my own path unfolding. They are an opening door for me and contain my own passion for life.
    Gretchen Del Rio says:

    Oh..that is a beautiful poem.

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  18. Emily Carter – Annapolis, Maryland – Emily Carter Nature as Art Photography Tours As an award winning and published photographer, Emily Carter has extensive photography teaching experience in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States. Through her work “Nature as Art” she encourages her clients to grow as a digital artist by aiding them in visualizing images that are creative and unique. Nature as Art Photography Tours celebrate the Wonders of Nature by connecting people with nature and sparking compassion, curiosity and inspiring people to care for our planet. These tours provide clients with real-world opportunities to make memorable connections with nature and wildlife, while learning about conservation.
    Bella Remy Photography says:

    Love this poem ! So perfectly suited for these seed pods.

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  22. blkkat49 – United States – I just want to write about anything that inspires me and to share this with everyone who wants to read it. I'm drawn to blank spaces and want to fill them with pondering, and advice and pictures. I know very little about a lot of things, but a lot about a few things. I write poetry, short stories, fiction and nonfiction and I love to read what the world of writing has to offer in any venue available. That is why I'm here.
    blkkat49 says:

    At first glance I also thought the first seed was a bird. Perfect pairing of picture and words.

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  25. Jane Lurie – Hello! Berenice Abbott said, “Photography helps people to see.” It is satisfying when someone looks at one of my images and remarks that they now see something in a new way. I hope that my photographs delight and surprise you.
    Jane Lurie says:

    Wonderful shot. Love the wispy look of the seed pods against the strong lines of the trees.

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  26. 2ndhalfolife – In the second (or really third?) half of my life now. Moving into the more crone stage: out of my head, into my soul. My magic is returning after many years of having lost it to the streets of life. There have been some very dark times, but these have made my journey rich with the stuff of possibility. Because out of darkness has come the glittering beauty of illumination. It has come with struggle and toil, and not without help--but I am here, and I am mostly in tact, and I'm here to share the rest of this journey with you all if you care to join me.......
    2ndhalfolife says:

    So fuzzy….love these…and we need them for the diminishing monarchs…

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  27. LB – I'm a woman who loves spending time on the motorcycle and in, or on, any body of water. I love traveling and reading, baking and cooking, taking way too many pictures, and enjoying my family and friends. Life is an adventure, and I want to remember and express my joy for it! This is a journal for me ... so I'll never forget the good times and to remind me of them on more challenging days.
    LB says:

    Your words really tell a story. I’m imagining the seeds waiting for the wind to call their names

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  30. firefly1275 – Louisiana – V. Rose enjoys creating mystical characters and worlds, with a touch of the modern day world. When she is not writing or thinking up her next story ideas, she is enjoying South Louisiana sunsets.
    firefly1275 says:

    Very beautiful!

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  31. Pat – I'm a retired educator and avid amateur photographer. I live in southern Ohio with my wonderful husband and two delightful cats.
    Pat says:

    Beautiful.

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  32. Rene Yoshi – Just a transplanted Okinawan-French Southern girl with a wee bit o' Irish, sharing photography and what I'm learning about spiritual things, including putting off legalism and religious traditions, and embracing God's matchless love, tender mercy, and amazing grace!
    Rene Yoshi says:

    Love the anticipation expressed in your prose!

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  34. What a delicate photo of milkweed 😉 What an optimistic attitude for life. May all be well with you, WG

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  36. Mother Hen – My age tells me that I am in my golden years. My heart tells me that I am still young and that I have much to contribute to this beautiful and complex world. My faith in God sustains me each step of my journey here on earth, as I continue to explore the world through the lens of my camera.
    Mother Hen says:

    Beautiful!

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  37. House of Heart – She comes out of the sun in a silk dress running Like a watercolor in the rain… Year of the Cat Find my blog at: https://houseofheartweb.wordpress.com/
    Heartafire says:

    so beautiful…breathtaking.

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  39. Carol A. Hand – What matters are not the titles I’ve held or university degrees I earned or the size of a house or bank account. It’s really what I’ve learned from ordinary people like me whom I’ve met along the way. They taught me to live with gratitude and give thanks for each new day.
    carolahand says:

    To see and give witness and wings to the deep beauty of life that many view as nothing special is a great gift. Thank you.

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  43. sharonstjoan – Poet, writer, and advocate for wildlife, wild lands, and the earth. President, Forest Voices of India - a U.S.-based group which aids charities in India that further education, culture, the well-being of women, children, and animals, and the restoration of sacred groves. websites: https://wordpress.com/view/forestvoicesofindia.com https://wordpress.com/view/echoesinthemist.com https://wordpress.com/view/wildvoices.world book: Glimpses of Kanchi https://www.amazon.com/Glimpses-Kanchi-Sharon-St-Joan/dp/1982901179/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Glimpses+of+Kanchi&qid=1581769003&sr=8-1
    sharonstjoan says:

    Reblogged this on Voices and Visions.

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  46. Brenda Davis Harsham – http://friendlyfairytales.com – Author of friendly fairy tales and magical poetry for kids of all ages, illustrated with my original photography and by collaboration with other artists and photographers. Visit me at http://friendlyfairytales.com.
    Brenda Davis Harsham says:

    Lovely, the seed hanging there, waiting for the wind’s whisper. Yearning for its moment. Beautiful.

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  49. bkalwaitis – Wisconsin – I recently began to write poetry. I have been enjoying photography for a while now and the two mediums seem to be complimentary for me. WordPress gives me an opportunity to share my work.
    bkalwaitis says:

    Exquisite, your work inspires me.

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  51. becca givens – Central Texas - USA – Becca is an artist, poet, and animal communicator. She delights in cooking, nurturing, and sharing a rich spiritual life with others on the Path.
    becca givens says:

    <3 <3 <3

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  52. lillienormile – Napanee – Since retiring my time has morphed into a schedule of sorts and I can decide if I want to be busy or curl up on the couch with a good book. I use my blog as a venue to share the life of retirement both good and bad.
    lillienormile says:

    Such a simple topic and yet so beautiful.

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  55. Janet Holt – Bald Head Island, NC – I am on a journey of discovery. One that involves discovering the world around me and discovering myself. I have found that using a camera is making this process of discovery much more enjoyable. I trust you will enjoy it as well. My passion for all animals knows no bounds, but it is the parrot that has caught my heart! I am now involved in a campaign to help bring parrots in the wild back into their normal existence! The Indonesian Parrot Project is first on my list, and with a little help from our friends we will bring the Abotti Cockatoo back into a full, strong life in their natural habitat.
    janethilton says:

    You are definitely gifted with your vision and words!

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  59. Alejandro Motta – Almería España – Músico profesional autodidacta. Superviviente agradecido de mil avatares de la vida e iman para situaciones humanas disparadas experiencias. Pero de todo se puede sacar positivismo. Me alegro y agradezco la vida que llevo y he llevado. La gente a la que he admirado ha tendido a defraudarme y a la que he menospreciado me ha sorprendido y superado.
    alejandroalonsomotta says:

    Whnyou look with attentio there are beauty anywere in the nature

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  60. Maddy – Georgia – Hi, I'm a twenty year-old who enjoys taking pictures. You can find my at my blog maddysdigitaldiary.wordpress.com and my etsy shop @ MaddyCronePhotograph. Thank you for stopping by!
    Maddy says:

    So pretty!!

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  64. richearth2013 – Rich Earth Landscapes is a family run business. Richard and his team bring their passion, love for plants and water features, creativity and hardworking ethic into all of their landscaping projects. Rich Earth Landscapes services include: soft scape Landscape Design and Installation/Renovations; Water feature design/installation and maintenance and Landscape Maintenance . Learn more at : richearthlandscapes.ca
    richearthgardenservice says:

    beautiful

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  67. Galen – United States – Husband, father, grandfather who crazily loves his wife, kids and grandkids. Love dogs!!!! Photography is my #1 hobby (wish it were my profession!) Love to travel. Love to read, adventure movies (Gladiator is my #1 all-time favorite), music, golf, fishing, being outdoors in a beautiful place. If I had a super-power, I would be able to heal and stop pain. Grew up for my first 8-9 years on a farm in Iowa. Other states where I have lived in my life: Florida, California, North Carolina, Maine, Georgia. (Most of my life has been spent in various places in California.) Places out of the US I've traveled include: Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Haiti, India, England, Ireland, Wales, Ghana, Israel and Peru.. Places I'd like to go: Egypt, Spain, New Zealand, Austria, Italy, France, Greece, Machu Picchu, Antartica, Scotland, Greenland, Iceland, China, Japan.
    Galen says:

    Very nice!!!! I really like this one!

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  70. crea2010 – Documentary photographer and filmmaker with interest in street photography and fascinated with the everyday and how we live our lives.
    crea2010 says:

    Beautiful and light.

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  71. Listen and wait, listen…listen…listen…is that magic or what?

    Beautiful package of verse and image. Thank you–always inspiring!

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  73. In Art Therapy – Illinois USA – I've always loved art and have been creating arts and crafts off and on for many years. My most favorite childhood Christmas present was a little box of art supplies. I love the feelings I get while creating art and completing a new piece. It really is such great therapy.
    In Art Therapy says:

    Both the photo and the poem are so lovely!

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  75. Spiekly – London, UK – My name is Krzysiek Spiekly Spieczonek. I run few art blogs and design shops (Spieklyart). My interests are graphic design, painting and drawing, music (I play guitars and make some electronic music) and other art actions. Also I am much around people culture and all the world around (by zodiac I am Aquarius:).
    spiekly says:

    Thanks for the words

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  81. sunriseofcross – Troy Ohio – I'm originally from Scotland and now live in Ohio, in the USA. I have a wonderful family, a wife and two teenage sons. I work at a Library at a Seminary in Ohio. I have a desire to write about spirituality and use my creativity in art and music, to encourage all to have a closer walk with the Lord and be led by the Holy Spirit. Through this, may we have a deeper understanding of the role I / you have in the world and how to contribute.
    sunriseofcross says:

    Lovely, both words and photo!

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  83. susanenholm32 – Tucson, AZ – Born in Newark. Lived in NYC and miss the pace. Retired educator for Pima County Adult Probation - taught high school dropouts with felony charges. Abby is my third rescue from the county dog jail. Photographer. Copy editor. Self-published: A Snowball's Chance - High School Dropouts Tell Their Stories. I have part-time hours in the Standardized Patient program at the Banner/UA Medical Center, Tucson.
    susanenholm32 says:

    Gorgeous! Wish that were one of my images. Thanks for visiting my blog.

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  86. Eric E. Wright – Coborne, Ontario, Canada – I am a simple follower of Jesus who celebrates His creative majesty by posting thoughts about nature that illustrate His teaching. By his grace, seven of my books have been published. I've served in Pakistan and Canada as a teacher/pastor. I delight in my wife of 50 years, my three children, and my nine grandchildren.
    Eric E. Wright says:

    Thanks!

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  88. Lee – Maryland – Photography is my hobby. I own 33 PLANET EARTH groups on Flickr. This blog is not about me, its about the members of the family of PLANET EARTH groups. Administration Team Thanks to all members for being part of the family of PLANET EARTH groups. PLANET EARTH groups are not the largest groups on Flickr but we are some of the best groups. Members on the administration team are all active members and do care about our planet. 29 PLANET EARTH groups please take the time and ck. out what these groups have to offer, thousands of photos and videos by our members. My daughter is part of Administration for PLANET EARTH groups. zieglerb www.flickr.com/photos/zieglerb/ ♥PANKARITA♥ is part of Administration for CHILDREN OUR FUTURE, and PLANET EARTH OUR HOME www.flickr.com/photos/kristel_pankarita/ Any problems or concerns please contact any of us. Your Friend Lee PLANET EARTH groups. www.flickr.com/people/thats_right/ Wordpress: PLANET EARTH NEWSLETTER blog http://planetearthnewsletter.wordpress.com/ copy and paste above link or click on PLANET EARTH NEWSLETTER blog below. This is an active blog so ck. back when you can for future updates. Get fed get the feed.
    Lee says:

    Very beautiful.

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  93. Martha L Shaw – Charleston SC – I am an inspirational writer, poet and artist. I am a born again Christian and active in lay ministry, and am inspired by nature - God's amazing creation and artistry. I have several book projects in various stages of completion, have a number of self published booklets, chapbook, bookmark, and card, in addition to framed art, wearable art, and fiberart of many kinds. I make my home in South Carolina and am formerly from MA.
    Martha L Shaw says:

    Reblogged this on My Soul Dances Devotionals.

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  94. Greetings from Italy! Thank you very much for your “like” on my “Spring is always around the corner”, on my art blog dispenza.wordpress.com. I would like to send my best compliments for your fantastic photos. Keep up the good work!

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  97. DearLife – Source of inspiration for others.Avid reader.traveller.Artist.Writer.Explorer of the wilderness of my mind.Inquisitive.Mind-reader, claustrophobic.Late sleeper.Ponder upon life and pretty much everything.Think before I speak.Daydreamer
    DearLife says:

    I am truly at a loss for words..all I can say is that your poetry brings people closer to nature than ever before.You make us see the little things in the landscape..which we don’t see or dont want to see.This counts for life as well..you make us see the little things which we can be a source of happiness.After all it the little things in life which make us happy..and you do that everyday u make people smile but mind you also make them cry for writing such poetic lines.Really it kills..how can someone write so beautifully…so what’s your story?

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  98. donnasfineart – ‘My thoughts, books, stories always come from my dreams!’ Including my art.. Yet..I haven’t written, blogged, or painted..I’m in a funk & the time is NOW to get creative! I paint & draw to be creative..I write to create. I write non-fiction, fiction, fantasy..only I will know when it's done.
    donnasfineart says:

    What beautiful words to say about this! I wasn’t sure what to say since everyone has said the same things, but I love the way anyone who writes can come up with just a few words to make something in the winter sound majestic…love it!

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  99. I love that poem. It takes my breath away.

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  103. Lee – Maryland – Photography is my hobby. I own 33 PLANET EARTH groups on Flickr. This blog is not about me, its about the members of the family of PLANET EARTH groups. Administration Team Thanks to all members for being part of the family of PLANET EARTH groups. PLANET EARTH groups are not the largest groups on Flickr but we are some of the best groups. Members on the administration team are all active members and do care about our planet. 29 PLANET EARTH groups please take the time and ck. out what these groups have to offer, thousands of photos and videos by our members. My daughter is part of Administration for PLANET EARTH groups. zieglerb www.flickr.com/photos/zieglerb/ ♥PANKARITA♥ is part of Administration for CHILDREN OUR FUTURE, and PLANET EARTH OUR HOME www.flickr.com/photos/kristel_pankarita/ Any problems or concerns please contact any of us. Your Friend Lee PLANET EARTH groups. www.flickr.com/people/thats_right/ Wordpress: PLANET EARTH NEWSLETTER blog http://planetearthnewsletter.wordpress.com/ copy and paste above link or click on PLANET EARTH NEWSLETTER blog below. This is an active blog so ck. back when you can for future updates. Get fed get the feed.
    Lee says:

    Very beautiful tones.

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  107. BrianScantleburyphotography – Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand. – Tauranga photographer, travel book publisher and travel photographer, based in Tauranga, New Zealand. New Zealand and world-wide digital images www.brianscantlebury.com BOP Photo Tours Fine art photo - prints
    brians101 says:

    Very nice shot, and thanks for your “like”.
    http://www.brianscantlebury.com

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  108. Shari – Peoria, Arizona – My name is Shari, and I am an Arizona native and married mother of 3 who loves to cook and bake and figure out how to garden successfully in our suburban home in the desert. On this blog you will find a combination of savory and sweet recipes that have been tested by me, along with many tips to help you be successful. I hope you enjoy them! (cookazido.com)
    Shari says:

    What a beautiful photo and so perfect for the lovely poem!

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  110. ricelandmeadows – northeast Ohio – I am a middle-aged farmer in northeast Ohio. I run a diversified farm where draft horses are our principle power scource. I write a column for Rural Heritage magazine a bi-monthly publication for small farmers and draft animal advocates. I am a husband, dad and PaPa , my most inportant jobs. Our farm is grassed based. We reap the benefits of wholesome food produced the old fashioned way on soil built up with compost and trace minerals. Come along with me as I write about my exploits in farming and family.
    Ralph in N.E.Oh. says:

    It’s no wonder the Monarch butterfly, chooses milkweed to lay its eggs and hatch their young. It is simple beauty, “paying it forward.”

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  112. themofman – I'm a 2D visual artist. I'm primarily an illustrator but I also lived many years as a professional photographer and graphics designer.
    themofman says:

    Sometimes I’m like one of those seeds.

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  113. Tails Around the Ranch – Denver, CO – The inspiration behind this blog was one knuckleheaded Standard Poodle named Sam but is now inspired by Norman & Elsa. I'm Monika, their upright. We live near downtown Denver in a 1950's style ranch house. Norman recently passed so there won't be ongoing pet therapy posts for a while. Meanwhile Ninja Elsa will share her thoughts on life, the loss of a beloved companion along with tips and stories about living with a puppy mill dog who has epilepsy and is still scrappy as all get out. So grab your favorite beverage and be prepared to BOL (bark out loud) with our adventures. And don't forget to bark your 'pup-tacular' comment; we'd love to hear from you.
    Tails Around the Ranch says:

    Such a peace and tranquil filled image.

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  114. Maybe their ancestors listened to their call to become pillow filling?? 😉

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