damn, I love this piece.
dedicated to Sylvia, who moved on three years ago.
Won't mention her again until her birthday, which I prefer to celebrate, rather than the day she left.
I miss you sis.

>>soothing the soul<<

Every once in a while you are reminded to not judge an entire nation by its bad apples, even when those bad apples are in control of the country. Sometimes it takes some incredibly brave individuals to speak out.

This clip is long, but once you start watching, you'll forget about time.
And when you consider what these boys are risking by just speaking up, it would be a shame to not at least hear them out.

This really is going on, and is indeed supported by the U.S.

Even though most Americans are unaware of the realities behind the facade.

>>sometimes the truth is unpleasant<<

What a gorgeous day, after a 6-day heat wave of between 32ºC and 34ºC and matchingly (yes, I realise that's coined) high humidity, actually enjoying working outdoors. After a brief pause going back out to continue mowing the acreage. On a day like this, it feels like scratching a contented Gaia's belly. Now and zen.






and the peonies were photographed last month, but it gives the feel of the place.




on the other hand, this was taken today ...



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It never ceases to amaze me how many people actually read this blog.



Thanks again to all who email in.




Sorry about having to disable comments, but there was a hiccup with people writing in with giant chips on shoulders which had absolutely no bearing on topics at hand.


And for those thus inclined, might I point out the link at the right, to some horribly original puns.

thanks Mags for finding this guy. he is painful(ly funny)

>>a painfully humorous man<<