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Today when I was walking my brother's dog around, I saw this hungry grasshopper on a leaf of the hibiscus plant. I thought I took a really nice photo of it, the green surroundings, the red flower and a bit of Max in one photo. That was the morning walk. Then this afternoon when Max and I were having another walk, I noticed that the grasshopper hasn't finished eating yet. This time it's eating the flower and mind you it's too busy that I managed to come this close to it.…
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I have spotted this lovely butterfly sunbathing yesterday when I was with Max. I managed to take a fairly good photo of it despite one hand with a dog, one hand holding my phone focusing on the butterfly not to mention the scorching heat where this butterfly have chosen to sit, of course as I've said earlier it's sunbathing. Anyways, I've searched for this butterfly's name so I can specify it on this post and I started to worry. Because I saw a black with white and purple…
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It's my first time to see this plant in our little garden to have flowers. I didn't even know if it's a flowering plant it's why when I saw it, you know, it feels like finding a treasure, haha. I can't wait for all these flower buds to bloom at the same time. Must be awesome. I'm looking forward to see that happening. It had been raining the whole day though, until now, so hopefully, they will survive the rain. Me here wishing the rain will stop! Have a good weekend noise…
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Hello noise friends... Have you ever encountered this prickly grass before? I'm guessing we may all have, yeah? Well, it's actually tough to ignore. I was walking through our driveway in my long skirt, then suddenly it felt like someone got hold of my skirt stopping me from walking. And this prickly grass was like holding tight on my skirt. I wonder if I just continued walking, will I lose my skirt or this prickles will be off the stalk and just come with my skirt or it will…
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Hello there, noise maties... It has been raining a lot lately in my place and today is yet another wet day. It's why my photos are about drenched flowers. We all know how happy plants and trees are when it rains, right? But this photos of flowers in it, an hour after the rain seemingly looking unhappy , what do you think? I think the purplish ones were almost ruined. Well, flowers come and go like this hibiscus flower only blooms for a day, not sure about the other one,…
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Hello, noise maties... We all know how important sleep is, but apparently there are some who think that sleeping is just a waste of their time. And that even experts claim that what counts is the quality of sleep. That's during this phase of sleep that we dream. Check these words out friends...I read this from a book, and quite a good thing to think about particularly those who drive. And I quote, "If you sleep in a chair you have nothing to lose, but a nap at the wheel is…
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My macro-photo of common dayflower. Without the knowledge of its name I'll just say a flowering weed. Simple but really beautiful. I've been seeing a lot of tiny flowers lately, or I thought they're weeds but for some they're medicinal. Amazing when we get out there and learn all about these creations, we will know how beneficial they can be or how poisonous they are. There's just so much to learn. All we need is time and interest but of course we have other priorities.…
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This is another of my macro photo and the other one is its full size from the grass-like plant to the tip of the flowers. You can see how they are really small with a long stalk it's why I call it stalky. Maybe for some of you are familiar with this plant. It's actually edible. That long stalk is what we can buy from supermarkets in a bunch and use them to flavor some dishes. Apparently, even these beautiful flowers, we can put them in salads. Cool, right? They are Garlic…
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That feeling when you turn your alarm off before going to bed and then after 5am the dog starts demanding to be walked, Ugh!!! To think that I am struggling with my sleep. Oh well... Wish he'd exercise patience tomorrow and not demand. #thoughts #myphoto #emojis
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I saw this greens on a concrete fence wall where Max the dog and I usually go to. It has just a positive effect on me. It's full of life, pretty and so fresh and it doesn't look like it will stop from sprouting and becoming bushier. I have been talking to myself whether or not it's kind of a moss or something like that because moss usually like to cover rough rocky/concrete fence walls or anything like that particularly when the place is always moist. But of course, it's…
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There was one evening when I played around with my shadow. One hand making the art shadow while one taking photographs. It was fun but a bit difficult when you do it by yourself. But hey, I managed to do a few, haha. Can you spot the horse softly neighing? Or the dog? That's my best try :D How about the elegant giraffe? The wild boar and the running tiger? ^_^. I had lots and lots of fun. : ) Wishing you all well, noise maties!!! #myphoto #Photography #thoughts
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A while ago, a special person graduated, and I thought I'd get her a card. For me, I love buying a blank card so I can do something more for it. Just like this one (do check the second photo). When I took a photo of it, it wasn't finished yet, just got excited...Anyways, with blank cards, they can be flexible as well, for any occassion. Have a great Monday, noise maties!!! #thoughts #myphoto #Photography
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Got given this delicious blueberry cheesecake while having dinner which is really nice, perfect for dessert. And being a person with sleep problem, I thought shall I have a slice now, or not? Well, when this is layed in front of you, can you avoid it? I couldn't resist the temptations when it comes to dessert, haha, my weakness. I shouldn't get diabetes or I'll get very very sad. Have a good Tuesday, noise maties!!! #thoughts #myphoto #Photography
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It's a day early for throwback but it doesn't matter I'm doing throwback anyway. This was my delicious dinner at the sea side where the largest fountain in the world is, according to Guinness World Records. Weather was good, good company, good food in a spectacular place. Fish tacos beautifully served. Happy Wednesday noise maties!!! #Photography #myphoto #originalcontent
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So today is throwback Thursday, so I'm sharing more photos of the largest fountain in the world. It is named The Palm Fountain. Located in The Pointè, a very nice place to eat, walk around, shopping, etc. The fountain plays every half an hour dancing with upbeat music in English, Arabic, etc. When the fountain is off, watching the changing colors of the railway over the sea to Atlantis is mesmerising. Purple, blue, green, etc. When you're there you just want to soak the…
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Hello, noise friends, it's Friday!!! I had been experimenting with my drink yesterday. I thought of gjving my pineapple juice a bit of tweaking by adding in green little limes. Chilled pineapple juice is already great but adding in little green limes made it more refreshing and nutritious. I picked that exact young lime on the tree from the backyard, washed and sliced then straight in the glass. Tasted fantastic I'll do it again. ♡♡♡ #myphoto #Photography #thoughts
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This only happens occasionally so it's alright, haha. I'd like to say that this is great for tea time, but I had it for breakfast, I know, part of me does not approve of donut as breakfast. And I had it with my favorite tea which is tea for insomniacs, chamomile tea. So it may not sound right because what we want in the morning usually is something to help us wake up not a relaxant. Well, it may not work for others, but it works well with me. : ) I hope you guys are having a…
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While we were in the car today, my eleven year old nephew said to his Dad that he is driving us to the beach, he wanted to show off his driving skill to me. So my brother stopped the car on the side of the road and switched seats. My brother directed him to where he can practice with us as his passengers. By the beach, there is this long stretch of paved road which is perfect spot for practicing. So I enjoyed the view. This place is where the river meets the sea. Really…
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I have learned that we can possibly get rabies not only from animal bites (dogs, cats, etc) but also from their scratches. Because these animals clean themselves using their mouth and teeth and tongue. The thing is if they get this type of shot regularly, it should be safe even if we give our hand to one as a teether. Well, my brother's dog had a shot but he thinks that was a year ago or so. Last Saturday, the dog got excited he jumped on my bare legs and slid down leaving a…
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Hello, noise maties...I hope you are having a beautiful Tuesday.♡♡♡ I'm still feeling a bit off today, the three injections that I got yesterday are giving me unpleasant symptoms. My worry is that I've been ask to go back for another injection this coming Thursday so I'm hoping of all hopes that the pain and heaviness of my arms will go soon, then it's going to be sore again but this time just one arm. I wonder which arm I'm going to submit. I'd like to give my none dominant…
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I was feeling adventurous again today. I had been thinking of making a crepe, egg-free and I'd like to call it healthy. This are banana and kiwi crepes. Basically, I made crepes by combining flour, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, oil and flaxseed meal. I let the batter stand for a bit. Then time to make the crepes. I kept them warm while preparing the fruits. I stirred a bit of cinnamon in honey for drizzle later. Next is assembling time. I spread a little butter on the still warm…
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Rose flowers are the Creator's wonderful art. They're gorgeous, elegant and heartwarming. Inside, they beautify the interior of the house and refreshes and warms the heart of the household. In the garden, they liven up the surroundings by their variety of colors, smell, shapes and sizes. They're definitely a sight to behold. This gorgeous yellow rose stands out among the rest for some reason... Happy Thursday, noise maties!!! #myphoto #Photography #thoughts
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I love taking shadow photography. This was taken around ten months ago. That's mind on the left and my two friends' shadows who picked me up at 5am and went to get early morning summer breeze by the sea. We watched the waves after walking around in the water, we watched the birds and some early birds people like us, we chatted no end, enjoyed the breeze and each other's company while the sun was rising behind us. Great vitamin D soak, indeed.^_^♡♡♡ Happy weekend, noise…
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My thirteen year old nephew had been ask to share a thought for the day at school. And to help him, I came up with this.. " A WISE PERSON LISTENS AND TAKES IN MORE INSTRUCTIONS. " And I added to this little thought: "As being a child and a student, it is truly wise to follow this wise proverb of listening and taking in more instructions. Of course, I need to be mindful of whom I am listening to. I believe that listening to ones parents' and teachers' wise instructions will…
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When there is something different, it stands out, you cannot miss it just like this white jasmine/coral swirl. I'm sure you noticed what I noticed. It's why I did the click ^_^. Yeah, the middle one has six petals and is unique among the rest. Rare spotting, it's as beautiful as the rest are, no competition. Let me share to you this cute quote of Coco Chanel - "In order to be irreplaceable , one must always be different." Of course, if you're familiar of who she is, you know…
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Been to ABTC (Animal Bite Treatment Center) early this morning despite bad weather for my 6th and 7th shot for just dog scratches. Now my arms look like huge mosquitoes have been feasting on them. And they feel heavy, itchy and stinging I feel like scratching them with my nails until flesh will come off. Sorry if that sounds a bit morbid. I just hope I am not having allergic reactions. And oh, me and my brother who drove me to the place stood few meters away from this tree…
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Hello, noise friends!!! Been cooking this simple appetizer yesterday. Vegetable Spring Rolls. I'm sure a lot of our noise friends are familiar with this food. I just used what we have in the fridge: cabbage, carrot, pepper, green beans, bean sprout and garlic. I minced the garlic and sliced the rest thinly. Then stir-fried all ingredients for three minutes or so, then drained the vegetables and wrapped them, decent size. Then I fried them and put them on kitchen papers to…