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~ Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #25: Reflections I ~

Posted on December 28, 2018 by Lindy Le Coq

*”Augustin-Jean Fresnel (1788-1827), was a French Civil engineer and physicist whose research in optics led to the almost unanimous acceptance of the wave theory of light…he is perhaps better known for inventing the reflective/refractive Fresnel lens…

…and for pioneering the use of “stepped” lenses to extend the visibility of lighthouses….”

This Fresnel lens saved countless sailors while in the crown of the North Head Lighthouse. It can be seen at the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center, Cape Disappointment State Park, Ilwaco, WA – USA.

Looking west across the Pacific Ocean, from the top of North Head Lighthouse.

* Wikipedia

Lens Artists: Reflections

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~ Wordless Wednesday ~

Posted on December 27, 2018 by Lindy Le Coq

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~ FOTD ~ Seasonal Colors ~

Posted on December 23, 2018 by Lindy Le Coq

When I snapped this photo last May, I was beguiled by the lovely red and gold blossoms held up on strong green stems. Today, while looking for an image for Cee’s FOTD challenge, I landed on this picture of Scotch Broom blossoms with their seasonal colors.

Though I know Scotch Broom is considered invasive, now I have learned it is considered a noxious weed in the state of Washington.

“It displaces native and beneficial plants, causing loss of grassland and open forest. It aggressively spreads to form monocultures, replacing desirable forage grasses and young trees. Seeds are toxic to livestock and horses.”

Looks I’ll be doing research into what resources are available to remove the Scotch Broom that is growing in our collectively owned dune property at The Breakers!

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~ Winter Solstice Haiku ~

Posted on December 21, 2018 by Lindy Le Coq

sun slides low in sky

stands still – winks – turns about-face

as earth and moon whirl

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~ Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #24: Seasonal Storm ~

Posted on December 21, 2018 by Lindy Le Coq

We just returned from a week at Long Beach where we were treated to a big winter wind storm, high tides and storm surge. Amazingly, Jello and I were able to get in our morning and afternoon walks, with only one being in a torrential downpour!

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From the safety of our deck, the swelling and turbulent surf was stunning to observe.

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An adult Bald Eagle, its feathers riffling in the wind, didn’t spend much time on its perch.

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This wave chased me back up the berm when it came rushing in while I was engaged in watching the birds!

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Stormy ocean spray formed drifts along the shoreline, as the wind whipped away pieces forming rolling balls of foam that swept across the beach.

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Black-bellied Plovers, in non-breeding feather, probe for food among drifts of foam.

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~ Wordless Wednesday ~

Posted on December 20, 2018 by Lindy Le Coq

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~ Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #23: Celebrations ~

Posted on December 14, 2018 by Lindy Le Coq

Over the past few years LT, who lives across the street, and I have hosted gatherings to bring our near neighbors together. Mind you, we come from divergent political positions, some even at pole opposites, however all who attend uphold a tacit agreement to leave our politics at the door. We come together sharing food and spirits, to celebrate being a community that looks out for one another.

This December was my turn to have the holiday gathering. Coming as it did, after the midterm election (the results of which I continue to celebrate), I am pleased that our tradition of civility and good cheer endures.

Cheers to peaceful commemorations of our shared humanity!

Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #23: Celebrations (Enchanting Peru 3)

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~ Wordless Wednesday ~

Posted on December 12, 2018 by Lindy Le Coq

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~ Cee’s Black & White Photo Challenge: Hot or Cold ~

Posted on December 7, 2018 by Lindy Le Coq

As I looked through my archived photos, it became clear – finding shots that shout “hot” are harder in black and white! Most that I might have chosen were with bright red or orange tones…