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65.24 San Diego, Ups-and-Downs but in color during Spring...should that make a difference.

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  At the outset, we dedicate this blog to two people who continue to inspire us, and we're certain many others, too. Thank you, Sheree and Aubrey Meyerowitz.      We don't know about you, but we never tire of Nature's wonders. Whether it be the flora, fauna, plus the magnificent occurrences that are on display continually in one form or another, it is often overwhelming. We would, however, appreciate Nature doing away with disasters that affect humanity adversely. We suppose we have to accept that which occurs; we don't have an option. However, for the most part, it's sheer magnificence is (we repeat) overwhelming, particularly when it comes to the flora. We have a definite bias in that respect.    We have included many photographs, far more than usual, but we do feel (hope) a person should not tire of them. Often wrong but we'll take our chances on this one.    Jen walks in the Tecolote Canyon, an interesting piece of land that creates an ...

71.23 through 71.29: Portugal, Geres: Our last published blog and a farewell to a remarkable place: A Magical Land.

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From across the lake, the water pipe (funicular) does not look that daunting. Perhaps one had to be there. "Do you ever get that sinking feeling?" Not in Portugal but many countries, I would think. I have been accused of being partial to reflections which I am very proud to admit...the more the merrier in a manner of speaking. A favorite scene, a view of Lake Canicada. A calm scene to gain perspective of the sky and water and lake in a single position as well as where we figure in the miracles, if at all. Let's fly in low to gain another perspective. Sometimes it's hard to see the wood for the trees, other times, reality from reflections. A perspective of Geres from across the main road. A little misjudgment of the steepness and slippery slope...often, there's not another chance. We arrive at a road while on a trip through the jungle...each day is a mystery. Jen, a little baffled. Another view of Lake Canicada, smooth, calm and just lovel...