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Visual Escapes and Daily Inspirations: Share Yours

Posted by John, Volunteer Mentor @johnbishop, Mar 16, 2020

Let's create a space to offer a daily reprieve.

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought a lot of uncertainty and fear into our lives. Some of that fear and uncertainty can be caused by over thinking what is going on or unnecessarily worrying. So, I'm making sure I wash my hands frequently, not touching my face, staying away from social gatherings and all of the recommended guidelines to help avoid getting or spreading COVID-19 but it can be a little boring. I try to not watch news all day long while I'm in this self imposed captivity. I like to take pictures of birds and other creatures from my window as a welcome break.

I invite you to join me in sharing pictures, favorite poems, sayings, mottos, funny moments. Let's take a daily break together.

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Ginger, Volunteer Mentor | @gingerw | Apr 15, 2020

Last night we had one of our resident big cougars wander through town, snarling and calling. Unfortunately i have no picture. Fortunately, it was dark [about 4AM] and I was inside. You'll have to use your imagination...
Ginger

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iamkaren | @iamkaren | Apr 15, 2020
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Thanks to all who posted photos and pictures! What a refreshing way to start the day.

@virgo1952 Could you tell me where Santorini stones are found? Does your husband create other types of artwork?

@iamkaren I enjoyed the beautiful picture. Is it a flowering bush or tree? I see you are from Mexico. How nice that you are experiencing spring weather there. Spring hasn't quite reached the northern U.S. yet.

@Erinmfs Thanks for the vintage pictures! I especially enjoyed the advertisements. Inflation has taken a toll on our budgets!

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This is an overgrown bush that looks more like a tree. It's quite similar to a poinsettia.

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virgo1952 | @virgo1952 | Apr 15, 2020
In reply to @gingerw "Last night we had one of our resident big cougars wander through town, snarling and calling...." + (show)
@gingerw

Last night we had one of our resident big cougars wander through town, snarling and calling. Unfortunately i have no picture. Fortunately, it was dark [about 4AM] and I was inside. You'll have to use your imagination...
Ginger

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Wow! Scary and exciting at the same time. We get possums does that count?????

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Ginger, Volunteer Mentor | @gingerw | Apr 15, 2020
In reply to @virgo1952 "Wow! Scary and exciting at the same time. We get possums does that count?????" + (show)
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Wow! Scary and exciting at the same time. We get possums does that count?????

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@virgo1952 Absolutely - a cornered possum can be pretty scary! We have had deer in our back field at sunrise with sun highlighting them, and nearer sunset also. They are losing their winter coats now, and look so bedraggled as they go from fuzzy looking to sleek!
Ginger

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lioness | @lioness | Apr 15, 2020
In reply to @virgo1952 "Good Morning. Coming from the watery shores of Lake Sacajawea located in lovely Longview, Washington, virgo..." + (show)
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Good Morning. Coming from the watery shores of Lake Sacajawea located in lovely Longview, Washington, virgo 1952 brings you Wildlife!!! (Kind of😖) i spotted a pair of geese nibbling on the lake bank. You see that stare? That’s “the stare” of a protective mate!!! I put my ankles in danger to get that shot. Just wanted you to know. This unaware human feeding the two geese is about to be ambushed by a flock of hungry winged devils. I had to rescue the humans when the winged devils pounced ( or maybe waddled) Yes, I have rescuing people in my blood... the last photo, well, who doesn’t love a fountain, right? Most of my feathered friends are secluded on the islands staggered through the lake, getting their nests ready for the big day. Will keep you updated. Signing off virgo 1952

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@virgo1952 Love the geese picture . Those people took there lives in there hands . I was once chased by a MOther goose got to close to her baby . They can be fierce . Same with Black Bears up at out camp got to close to one and the Mother came out of the brush to tell me Stay away . Keep the wildlife coming . Waiting for the babies to be born .

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virgo1952 | @virgo1952 | Apr 15, 2020

@lioness. Let’s See: geese, black bears, geese, black bears. I’m thinking I'd be choosing the geese. But, yes, I told that human she was playing with fire, but “oh no” she didn’t believe me. We probably looked really silly. I learned to grab the necks of the geese to paralyze them. Of course, doing this without an injury is better left to the experts Not us mere mortals. 🤣🤣🤣

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lioness | @lioness | Apr 15, 2020
In reply to @virgo1952 "@lioness. Let’s See: geese, black bears, geese, black bears. I’m thinking I'd be choosing the geese...." + (show)
@virgo1952

@lioness. Let’s See: geese, black bears, geese, black bears. I’m thinking I'd be choosing the geese. But, yes, I told that human she was playing with fire, but “oh no” she didn’t believe me. We probably looked really silly. I learned to grab the necks of the geese to paralyze them. Of course, doing this without an injury is better left to the experts Not us mere mortals. 🤣🤣🤣

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@virgo1952 Are you kidding me grab the neck of the geese No way would I do that Have you ever gotten bit . Be safe take care

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virgo1952 | @virgo1952 | Apr 15, 2020

Unbelievable. Who r u? Make a great postcard. .

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fiesty76 | @fiesty76 | Apr 16, 2020
In reply to @gingerw "Last night we had one of our resident big cougars wander through town, snarling and calling...." + (show)
@gingerw

Last night we had one of our resident big cougars wander through town, snarling and calling. Unfortunately i have no picture. Fortunately, it was dark [about 4AM] and I was inside. You'll have to use your imagination...
Ginger

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@ginger, Oh my gracious sakes!! Even little cougars "purring" would scare me witless!

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