Crossroads are places where roads intersect and people have to make decisions. They can also be metaphors for important moments in life, where one has to choose between different options and face the consequences.
going over the road
Crossroads are the tests of fate , where we must choose our path and wait, for the unknown to reveal itself and show us if we chose well or not.
crossing
Some crossroads are clear and easy, others are dark and messy . But all of them are part of our journey and shape us into who we are meant to be
Today the sunrise was at 8:09 and sunset 16:04. Rainy snotty day. A man of peace is is set to rest.
The state funeral of President Martti Ahtisaari, who died on OCTOBER 16, will be held today, Friday, November 10, in Helsinki. More than 800 guests have been invited to the state funeral.
The late president Martti Ahtisaari was especially known as a peace builder. Ahtisaari, which helped on no less than three continents, received the Nobel Peace Prize in 2008.
The theme of peace can be seen in his perhaps most famous quote: Peace is a matter of will, Ahtisaari said in his Nobel speech in Oslo. The speech will go down in history anyway. Ahtisaari firmly believed that if people work together, solutions can be found.
In 1989–1990, Martti Ahtisaari helped Namibia become independent. In 2005, Ahtisaari led the peace negotiations in Indonesia that led to the autonomy of Aceh. Ahtisaari played a significant role in the resolution of the Kosovo conflict in 1999 and in 2005–2007. In 2008, Ahtisaari was involved in promoting the stability of Iraq. He also looked for solutions to conflicts in Northern Ireland, Central Asia and the Horn of Africa.
Today I am going to post candy umbrellas, as it is rainy day. And we need some light and color in it.
It is here a again the most cruel month of the year. It is dark and getting darker, and the same time as it is the challenge to post something edible every day of the month of November, I can do it, how about you? What to join us? There is a link below if you’re interested
November and its time to survive it. Theme for the How to Survive November is ‘Something to Eat’.
Lepis fromParallel Lines| in scale kindly hosts this survival once again. The InLinkz is at her blog, it’s at the right column. Let’s enjoy this November with marvelous flavors!
Today the sunrise was at 8:07 and sunset 16:06. Mainly cloudy November day with +3C-+6C temperatures. I would saw warm and a very misty day as there isn’t much wild.
Today I am serving you pureed leek and potato soup. In my opinion soup always needs a side of bread, this one has nice avocado paste on top of it.
It is here a again the most cruel month of the year. It is dark and getting darker, and the same time as it is the challenge to post something edible every day of the month of November, I can do it, how about you? What to join us? There is a link below if you’re interested
November and its time to survive it. Theme for the How to Survive November is ‘Something to Eat’.
Lepis fromParallel Lines| in scale kindly hosts this survival once again. The InLinkz is at her blog, it’s at the right column. Let’s enjoy this November with marvelous flavors!
Don’t these candy stripped doors look inviting? Pink chairs and pike as an added bonus.
These are from few years ago from the village of Ruotsinpyhtää in Loviisa, Strömfors Ironworks is one of the best preserved ironworks communities in Finland. Founded in 1695, the iron mill village has retained its unique atmosphere throughout the years.
As the escalator propels forward, an interesting dynamic unfolds. Watch closely, and you’ll observe people in a hurry, their faces etched with determination, striding onto the moving steps. Their impatience fuels their urgency, causing them to bob and weave through the crowd.
going 👇 down
it’s fascinating to witness the blend of efficiency and chaos. Some embrace the escalator as an opportunity to slow down, leisurely taking in the surroundings. Others view it as a race, attempting to reach the summit before their peers. How about embracing the escalator as a —a chance to catch our breath.
So, my fellow escalator travelers, let us take a collective breath and relish the journey, even in the midst of our hurried pace.
I always liked to visit the marina on gray November days. There was something about the contrast between the white boats and the gloomy sky that fascinated me. The marina was usually lively and crowded, but on those days it was almost empty. The only people I saw were some boat owners, checking on their vessels and doing some maintenance and few people on a walk.
The sky is gray, the water is dull and the air is cold. I see the boats are moored, the sails are furled , the marina is quiet with hardly anyone around. But I don’t mind, I like it here.
These photos I took using my mobile phone and then proceeded to enhance them using the Lightroom mobile app. By transforming the gray tones into a delightful shade of blue, I managed to infuse the photos with a much lighter and uplifting mood.
Today the sunrise was at 8:04 and sunset 16:09. Mainly cloudy November day with +6C temperatures. I would saw warm 🙂
Today I have nothing planned, I do need to make lunch, that’s about it. My cooking today hopefully will be tasty.
It is not going to look like 🤔 this one. This meal was pleasant for the eye as well as tasty. Fish dish ☺
It is here a again the most cruel month of the year. It is dark and getting darker, and the same time as it is the challenge to post something edible every day of the month of November, I can do it, how about you? What to join us? There is a link below if you’re interested
November and its time to survive it. Theme for the How to Survive November is ‘Something to Eat’.
Lepis fromParallel Lines| in scale kindly hosts this survival once again. The InLinkz is at her blog, it’s at the right column. Let’s enjoy this November with marvelous flavors!
Flowers in monochrome are a fascinating subject for photography, art, and design. They can create a dramatic contrast, a subtle elegance, or a mood of mystery. Monochromatic flowers can also inspire creative expressions.
Flowers in monochrome are not just black and white they have a spectrum of shades that reflect the light- they are not silent or dull. They capture the essence of shape and texture.
What can I say, today the sunrise was at 8:01 and sunset 16:11. it is cloudy. Tuesday full of hope.
Today I had a treated myself to a visit to the hair salon – something to brighten up my day. While sitting at the hairdresser, I enjoyed a cup of tea and a cookie while the dye worked. Now I am set for the next three months.
It is here a again the most cruel month of the year. It is dark and getting darker, and the same time as it is the challenge to post something edible every day of the month of November, I can do it, how about you? What to join us? There is a link below if you’re interested
November and its time to survive it. Theme for the How to Survive November is ‘Something to Eat’.
Lepis fromParallel Lines| in scale kindly hosts this survival once again. The InLinkz is at her blog, it’s at the right column. Let’s enjoy this November with marvelous flavors!
What can I say, today the sunrise was at 7:59 and sunset 16:13. it is cloudy. Monday – a new week begins.
Today I crave for something sweet. These looked so good at the grocery store.
I fought the temptation and won. I just looked and drooled at them, but I did not buy any. I SO wanted to. Then and again, I could also make them I have a recipe for them.
RECIPE under the picture
3 dl oatmeal 1 dl sugar 3 tbsp Pinch of cocoa powder (dark) 1 teaspoon vanilla sugar 100 g room temperature butter or margarine approx. 2 tbsp strong, cold coffee To the surface approx. 1 dl / A handful of coconut flakes
Bake time 30 – 60 min 1 . Mix the oatmeal, sugar, cocoa powder and vanilla sugar together.
2. Add soft butter or margarine and cooled coffee. Mix to a smooth mass.
3. Roll the mass into small balls and roll them in coconut flakes.
4. Let it set in the fridge before serving.
Tip: To get more coconut flavor, replace 1 dl of oatmeal with coconut flakes.
It is here a again the most cruel month of the year. It is dark and getting darker, and the same time as it is the challenge to post something edible every day of the month of November, I can do it, how about you? What to join us? There is a link below if you’re interested
November and its time to survive it. Theme for the How to Survive November is ‘Something to Eat’.
Lepis fromParallel Lines| in scale kindly hosts this survival once again. The InLinkz is at her blog, it’s at the right column. Let’s enjoy this November with marvelous flavors!
November in Finland, a world of gray, Where autumn whispers its final farewell, Leaves relinquish their vibrant display, And nature succumbs to the winter’s spell.
fallen leaves
The air is crisp, with a biting chill, As frosty breath dances upon the breeze, The sun, a timid presence on the hill, Casting feeble rays through the barren trees.
The days grow shorter, the nights grow long, As darkness blankets the land in its embrace, A melancholic hymn in nature’s song.
Yet amidst the gloom, a flicker of light, As candles glow in windowsills, Warmth and coziness fill the bitter night, A sanctuary from the winds that blow.
November in Finland, a somber sight, A season of reflection, a time for respite, Where nature’s cycle finds solace in solitude.
Face is the first thing that came to mind, we are all a bit lopsided, right. It has been demonstrated in photo manipulations that symmetric face is odd. I have no photo for this or the interior one, but they came to mind first about the word asymmetrical.
In fact, we’d argue that asymmetrical (yet balanced) rooms are among the most interesting, unique, and elevated spaces. With an asymmetrical approach, you need to reject the literal, mirror-image equilibrium and seek out balance in more abstract terms.
We are exploring asymmetry with Donna. I liked this – Asymmetry – an informal sense of balance.
I really don’t think about any style when taking a photo, I only think about a composition that is pleasant to my eye. In this post I am sharing photos from Brisbane.
My first image is of The Brisbane River is the longest river in South-East Queensland, Australia, and flows through the city of Brisbane, before emptying into Moreton Bay on the Coral Sea
These are taken below or underneath the subject – architectural design choices.
Traffic below
Traffic , this is for certain not symmetrical 🙂
My cousin took us all around Brisbane, he knew the town and all great spots for photos and as he had been builder on many of the buildings we saw, he had so much knowledge about them, This place offered a great framed view of the city. But I think I got it right in terms of these not being symmetric, but the opposite.
concrete blogs by the sea.
My last one is an image of flowers by the beach on a misty morning
What can I say, today the sunrise was at 7:56 and sunset 16:16. it is gray and rainy. It is Sunday and it is not raining and the temperature is as nice as +9C /48F mainly cloudy.
This morning, I gave instructions as my husband trimmed our oak tree in our backyard – we have to keep it under control or it will shade too much of the space. Now it gives in the summer time us enough shade to cool down on a warm day.
Yesterday we did shopping – for a vacuum cleaner – or a hoover as some would say. Our old one was taken by our son when he moved out. Not something that we had planned, but there it went and found a new home. It is a good thing he wants to keep his home clean. We found one 🙂
Well as I am now on a search for food photos, this is the only reason :-), we went have some Nepalese food. I had Chicken Shiraz and Naan bread. It was tasty and filling and the shiraz wine went well with it.
It is here a again the most cruel month of the year. It is dark and getting darker, and the same time as it is the challenge to post something edible every day of the month of November, I can do it, how about you? What to join us? There is a link below if you’re interested
November and its time to survive it. Theme for the How to Survive November is ‘Something to Eat’.
Lepis fromParallel Lines| in scale kindly hosts this survival once again. The InLinkz is at her blog, it’s at the right column. Let’s enjoy this November with marvelous flavors!
I took this yesterday though a window, enjoying the moose or elk on the sidewalk in Matinkylä, Espoo. It was late afternoon so the it was already a bit dark. Are you surprised if I say gray? I did not a have camera with me so I took this on my mobile and edited it on Lightroom that I have on my mobile. So this is really a Cellpic 🙂 I did three edits, in the first one I added light and enhanced the gray tones.
The two others are more real to the actual colors of the moment, One I added light and the other There is quite a bit of vignette to bring your focus to the center. That one is the most accurate of the light and tones. It is amazing how editing can change a shot.
Is it an elk? Is it a moose? If you’re in Finland, the answer is “BOTH”! The iconic, majestic forest dweller is known as a moose in North America and an elk in Europe. To make matters even more confusing, elk in North America is used for an entirely different animal – a kind of deer.
Gray days of November, oh so dreary, Dampened spirits, and a heart full of drear. The skies are gray, the winds they do howl, As if the world itself were lost in a droll.
The trees stand bare, their leaves long gone, Their branches skeletal, a somber song. The grass is parched, the flowers all gone, A desolate landscape, a winter’s dawn.
The days are short, the nights are long, A time of rest, but little song. The world is quiet, still and cold, As if the season’s chill had grown old.
But even in the gray, there’s beauty found, A time for reflection, a time profound. The world may be dull, but not the heart, For in the gray days of November, we find our part.
So let us embrace the gray, and all its might, For in the darkness, there is still a light. A light that shines within our souls, A beacon of hope, in the gray days of November’s role.
What can I say, today the sunrise was at 7:54 and sunset 16:19. it is gray and rainy. It is Saturday and we woke up this morning at 10:30 – all this darkness just makes you want to stay in bed all day.
What is the easiest meal to get everywhere 🍔 – a choice all restaurant’s have in in their menu. Well almost all!
Hamburger – this on was inspired Mexican food.
It is here a again the most cruel month of the year. It is dark and getting darker, and the same time as it is the challenge to post something edible every day of the month of November, I can do it, how about you? What to join us? There is a link below if you’re interested
November and its time to survive it. Theme for the How to Survive November is ‘Something to Eat’.
Lepis fromParallel Lines| in scale kindly hosts this survival once again. The InLinkz is at her blog, it’s at the right column. Let’s enjoy this November with marvelous flavors!
This song came to mind during a drive to the optician to get my new sunglasses with strength, it is so funny because I have absolutely no use for them at the moment. Grey day – and I heard Grey on Spotify – I Try – and I do try. I hadn’t heard this in a long time still resonated with me this song and voice. When you listen to this delicious, gravely voice, which sounds like it’s made of smoke and scotch.
Have a great Saturday
Lepis is hosting Saturday Classics, you can add your own link here Saturday Classics
On Her page she writes: This blog is back with hosting the Classics after few years break. This time we’ll be playing on Saturdays and you can link straight here on this own page. Rules: There are no rules, as long as the song you play is a classic in your mind. Linking open 8 am and closes 12 pm.
The popular Esplanade Park, fondly referred to as “Espa” among locals, is the most famous park in Finland and the green heart of Helsinki. People come here to see and be seen, to listen to music and watch performances, and to enjoy picnics. This Brazilian lady was selling food there the summer day I shot this photo. What caught my attention was the matching colors of the seller and the biker that had stopped by to chat.
Helsinki – Esplanade food standHaving fun editing the photo.
What can I say, today the sunrise was at 7:51 and sunset 16:21. it is gray and with the wind factor the temperature feels like 2C / 30F. SIX minutes less light today. Those are the facts of the day.
I love Italian food, I know bruschetta is an antipasto but it works well a light (?) lunch and it is always a pleasure to eat food someone else prepared.
Bruschetta is from Italy consisting of grilled bread rubbed with garlic and topped with olive oil and salt. Variations may include toppings of tomato, vegetables, beans, cured meat, or cheese.
It is here a again the most cruel month of the year. It is dark and getting darker, and the same time as it is the challenge to post something edible every day of the month of November, I can do it, how about you? What to join us? There is a link below if you’re interested
November and its time to survive it. Theme for the How to Survive November is ‘Something to Eat’.
Lepis fromParallel Lines| in scale kindly hosts this survival once again. The InLinkz is at her blog, it’s at the right column. Let’s enjoy this November with marvelous flavors!
I an still in old town Chania, in Crete. This wood door with only varnish on it caught my attention.
I liked how it looked, I really have no other reason for the shot, nor do I have a narrative to add to it. I thought it would make a nice shot. That’s all. That is why I have no many edits o it…
What can I say, today the sunrise was at 7:49 and sunset 16:24. it is gray and with the wind factor the temperature feels like -1C / 30F. FIVE minutes less light today… but it is a bit brighter today.
Something good happened yesterday, someone referred to me as an artist 🙂 that made my day. Wanted to talk to me how to promote my art.
How about some vitamins and fruit for a snack?
It is here a again the most cruel month of the year. It is dark and getting darker, and the same time as it is the challenge to post something edible every day of the month of November, I can do it, how about you? What to join us? There is a link below if you’re interested
November and its time to survive it. Theme for the How to Survive November is ‘Something to Eat’.
Lepis fromParallel Lines| in scale kindly hosts this survival once again. The InLinkz is at her blog, it’s at the right column. Let’s enjoy this November with marvelous flavors!
The Yost is a remarkable machine which was quite popular in the late nineteenth century. It can be recognized immediately by its distinctive design features: the typebars are housed in an enclosed black cylinder, and the double keyboard emerges from a forest of long key stems.
The first typewriter bearing the Yost name came out in 1887. Later understroke models include the New Yost (1889), No. 4 (1895), and No. 10 (1902). A bar sometimes appears over the O in the name “Yost” on the typewriter’s decals, probably to indicate that it should be pronounced as a long O.
It is here a again the most cruel month of the year. It is dark and getting darker, and the same time as the light lessen the more moody and tired I get. I am ready to hibernate, this is a survival technique make yourself a challenge everyday, this month let’s eat… I mean we have to eat. To survive, to comfort us, to be sociable. The challenge is to post something edible every day of the month of November, I can do it, how about you? What to join us? There is a link below if you’re interested
What can I say, today the sunrise was at 7:46 and sunset 16:26 it is gray and with the wind factor the temperature feels like 2C / 35F. Not my happy place.
How about some avocado toast for breakfast?
November and its time to survive it. roads. Theme for the How to Survive November is ‘Something to Eat’.
Lepis from Parallel Lines| in scale kindly hosts this survival once again. The InLinkz is at her blog, it’s at the right column. Let’s enjoy this November with marvelous flavors!
Today my choice is not actually a flower, but an empty core of Turk’s cap lily or Martagon lily.
core of Turk’s cap lily
Martagon lilyhas a long history as a garden plant: it has possibly been known in Sweden since the Middle Ages and in Finland since the 19th century.
After flowering the downward curve of the flower-stalks is reversed and the capsules end up in an erect position. After withering the rigid stem supports the fruits under the snow – martagon lily sticks out during the winter. As the wind blows the seeds rattle against the dry walls of the capsule until they fall out in a hard enough snowstorm.
While The Rocks is the site of Sydney’s oldest European settlement, there are attractions here that are also thoroughly contemporary. The Rocks, at the to bustling Circular Quay, here you can take in the charming, historic streets of this former convict settlement. And here I saw this old style public telephone box and a lady speaking on the phone next to it – a nice touch don’t you think ?
Circular Quay – The Rocks showing heritage elements like the red phone boxRed phone box at the Rocks in Sydney
Ritva Sillanmäki Photography 