~100% Humidity ~ Cee’s B&W Photo Challenge – Weather ~

Posted on February 18, 2016 by Lindy Le Coq

Deadman’s Cove – Cape Disappointment State Park – Ilwaco, WA

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No enhancements or filters – just what it looked like through my eyes and captured on the ‘normal scenery’ setting of my Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47.

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~ Winter Wade Worthwhile ~ Wordless Wednesday ~

Posted on February 17, 2016 by Lindy Le Coq

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https://lindylecoq.wordpress.com/2016/02/12/friday-flyers-plover/

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~ Historic Lighthouse ~ Tuesday Two by Two ~

Posted on February 16, 2016 by Lindy Le Coq

“The Cape Disappointment Lighthouse was constructed in 1856 to warn seamen of the treacherous river bar known by then as “the graveyard of the Pacific.” This is the oldest functioning lighthouse on the West Coast.”

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“After missing the entrance to what was later named the Columbia River, English explorer John Meares dubbed the massive headland jutting out into the Pacific Ocean “Cape Disappointment.” That was in 1788. Almost 20 years later, Capt. William Clark and members of the Corps of Discovery explored the headland in their final push to the Pacific Ocean.”

http://www.nps.gov/lewi/planyourvisit/caped.htm

 

 

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~ Weekly Photo Challenge – Life Imitates Art ~

Posted on February 15, 2016 by Lindy Le Coq

 “Life imitates art far more than art imitates Life.” When I change the word imitate to its first synonym, emulate which means to match or surpass, I find Oscar Wilde is spot on; Life matches or surpasses art more than art matches/surpasses life. Still, I love having art in my life since it evokes memories, and provides aesthetic pleasure when I see it. This painting by Jeffrey Hull is an example.

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However, for me, being in the setting always tops virtual reality!

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To see more of Jeffrey Hull’s work visit www.hullgallery.com

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~ Vintage Valentine from Sharon McConnel ~

Posted on February 14, 2016 by Lindy Le Coq

Photo post by @SharonMcConnel.

Source: Vintage Valentine – “It’s time to say . .”

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~ Vintage Valentines from Sharon McConnel ~

Posted on February 14, 2016 by Lindy Le Coq

Photo post by @SharonMcConnel.

Source: Vintage – “I’m plugging for you . . .”

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~ Vintage Valentines from Sharon McConnel ~

Posted on February 14, 2016 by Lindy Le Coq

Photo post by @SharonMcConnel.

Source: Vintage – “No fooling . . “

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~ Valentine’s Greetings from Jello ~

Posted on February 14, 2016 by Lindy Le Coq

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 Saint Valentine (269 AD) defied Emperor Claudius the second who had issued an edict prohibiting the marriage of young people so that young men might be better warriors. Valentine risked his life to sanctify marriages secretly. He was caught, imprisoned, tortured and sentenced to a three part execution of a beating, stoning, and finally decapitation. Sad end for such a noble effort.

Whitefriars Street Church is one of three churches that claim to house the remains of Valentine. Today, many people make the pilgrimage to the church to honor the courage and memory of this Christian saint. (cbn.com)

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~ Weekly Photo Challenge: Life Imitates Art ~

Posted on February 13, 2016 by Lindy Le Coq

If I lived anywhere near Prouts Neck, Maine I would go to Cannon Rock and wait, camera in hand, for this wave to show up!

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But, I live three thousand miles (4800 km) away — on the other side of this continent. So, my best shot to pay homage to Winslow Homer is from a hike I took two days ago at Cape Disappointment National Park near Ilwaco, WA USA.

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So many wonderful artists to appreciate!

Winslow Homer (1836-1910) American artist. “The life that I have chosen gives me my full hours of enjoyment…. The Sun will not rise, or set, without my notice and thanks.”         Scanned photo of painting and quote from:  The World of Winslow Homer © Time Inc.

Thank you Cheri Lucas Rowlands for this challenge.

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~ Friday Flyers ~ Plover ~

Posted on February 12, 2016 by Lindy Le Coq

I’m quite sure these are either American Golden-Plovers or Pacific Golden-Plovers. Their flocking, feeding and flight pattern fascinated me, and Jello thought they were fun to chase!

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Though they stirred into flight when disturbed, the group moved only a few yards away then landed — almost in unison — and continued to forage.

While Golden-Plovers forage in small flocks, Snowy Plovers generally hunt alone. Three arrived together when I first saw them this morning.

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By the time I could zoom in, they had moved off in different directions. I felt fortunate to get these few clear shots of one Snowy Plover.

If it’s in the air (or can get there) and is from nature, it’s a Friday Flyer!

“Plovers stand alert and upright watching for prey, then run quickly to another spot. [Sometimes they] employ a trick known as “foot trembling” in which they stand still on one leg with the other foot held loosely, slightly forward, and vibrating against the ground. Presumably this affects prey in some way, either scaring concealed prey out of hiding or attracting prey to the vibrations. At other times, they just stand and wait; when prey is sighted close by, they dip abruptly to peck at it.” (The Sibley Field Guide to Birds of Western North America; David Allen Sibley 2003.)

 

 

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