Friday, March 23, 2012

Contemplation

Ferns and Bench, Thuya Gardens, Mount Desert Island, Maine  © Doug Hickok
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This solitary bench placed next to a lush growth of ferns seems the perfect spot for quiet contemplation... maybe on this week's celebration of green and the first week of spring.

Something else for you to contemplate is the photography link below...

When walking along the street, have you ever had the sudden urge to bust a ballet move, perhaps leaping into the air and performing a grand jete´ ? Then you will appreciate this set of intriguing images.
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14 comments:

  1. ChristopherMarch 23, 2012 at 1:16 AM

    Gorgeous carpet of green Doug. And amidst it all this entirely inviting bench beckons the weary. I'd like to rest a spell here.

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  2. Marie LCMarch 23, 2012 at 2:27 AM

    As it must be nice to sit there on that bench in the middle of a beautiful countryside. A nice place to relax and forget the little worries of life

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  3. fabrizioMarch 23, 2012 at 2:36 AM

    spectacular green, what a natural explosion!!!

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  4. yzMarch 23, 2012 at 4:41 AM

    just looking at it makes me more relaxed

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  5. Traveling HawkMarch 23, 2012 at 6:02 AM

    It's a got spot for meditation, Doug! Did I miss the link in the second paragraph?

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  6. RIZALENIOMarch 23, 2012 at 6:42 AM

    They say that looking at greeneries is a stress-reliever. This is true as I looked at your photo, I felt relaxed. Happy weekend.

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  7. brattcatMarch 23, 2012 at 9:02 AM

    utterly gorgeous, doug.

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  8. A.BarlowMarch 23, 2012 at 11:49 AM

    Almost looks like you would have to wade into a lush green patch of fern just to sit down. Id be ok with that though :)

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  9. Cezar and LéiaMarch 23, 2012 at 12:46 PM

    wow that bench!This picture is wonderful!
    Léia

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  10. franzMarch 23, 2012 at 12:47 PM

    you're right, doug ... this is the right colour and mood to celebrate the long longed-for return of spring ...
    incredible how long i haven't been here (at your site) - first the surprise trip to italy, then work, work, work ... but here i am again, thankfully! took a look at your posts and as usual i'm full of admiration for your sense of detail and colour and your choice of motif !!! it's always a great pleasure to be here, also for the interesting links you provide us with, like today's! amazing 'dance' scenes indeed ...
    have a great weekend ...

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  11. georgeMarch 24, 2012 at 6:43 PM

    Lovely shot Doug, that green is intoxicating - and probably posted 6 days too late!!!. Incidentally, I know (of) a man named Fred who used to dance all around the streets, especially when raining!.

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  12. AnonymousMarch 25, 2012 at 9:58 PM

    SO gorgeous... that green! Wow!

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  13. DomLOrthaMarch 31, 2012 at 3:32 PM

    This bench really seems to appear from ferns! Great capture!
    Have a nice day.

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  14. rianApril 17, 2012 at 9:49 PM

    with this lush growth, one wouldn't have any trouble meditating here.. :)

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