Bluebells at peak power. I wish I could post their scent,
James Zdralek
Usability tells you if you designed it right. Creativity helps you design it. Morals tell you if you should. Views and opinions are mine, not SAP’s.
Header picture: A copy of an oil painting by the group of seven artist Tom Thomson called "Autumn Foliage 1916". Looking through trees across a deep blue lake, to the far shore beneath a clear sky. A cluster of trees on the left, one canary yellow, a deep green evergreen and a mix of vibrate oranges in a maple.
Avatar: A younger me with a beard.
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Balcony Flowers 2024 #390
#photography #balconyflowers #chrysanthemums #flowerphotography #macro #macrophotography #bloomscrolling #nature #naturephotography
https://foto.bibra-medien.de/2025/04/27/balcony-flowers-2024-390/
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Carolina wren
#photography, #365photodgraphy2025, #potd2025, #photoaday, #everydayphotographer, #photooftheday, #pad2025-107, #songbird, #carolinawren, #birds, #littlebird
#photography, #365photodgraphy2025, #potd2025, #photoaday, #everydayphotographer, #photooftheday, #pad2025-107, #songbird, #carolinawren, #birds, #littlebird
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Sounds bad
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#photography #lostplace #lostplaces #nikon
Former Pfaff plant in Kaiserslautern, Germany
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It’s that time of year when the Chaenomeles is in flower, such a glowing colour.
#bloomScrolling
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The Seek app has failed me in this nature identification task. It seems to be convinced that this could be broom forkmoss, when it is most clearly a Tribble.
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It is now sixty years since I came across this scene - somewhere above Claremount Road in Halifax if I remember rightly - but it's a sight I'll never forget. It's almost as though someone had carefully composed the scene, bringing together car, cart, bathtub and a couple of old masters in order to create a surrealistic vision on the hills above Halifax.
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I've shared this photograph of Blackledge in Halifax before - not on my daily calendar, however - but it warrants a second outing. I think it was about 1982 when I took it, and Beacon Hill was just beginning to gather the verdant covering we are familiar with today. If you ever needed to give Halifax a subtitle, the Arts and Crafts Town would be a good start.
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Tofino, BC
#landscapephotography #landscapes #vancouverisland #tofinobc #reflections #photography #architecturephotography
#landscapephotography #landscapes #vancouverisland #tofinobc #reflections #photography #architecturephotography
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12 Reasons Why Reading Books Should Be Part of Your Life:
1. Knowledge Highway: Books offer a vast reservoir of knowledge on virtually any topic imaginable. Dive deep into history, science, philosophy, or explore new hobbies and interests.
2. Enhanced Vocabulary: Regular reading exposes you to a wider range of vocabulary, improving your communication skills and comprehension.
3. Memory Boost: Studies suggest that reading can help sharpen your memory and cognitive function, keeping your mind active and engaged.
4. Stress Reduction: Curling up with a good book can be a form of mental escape, offering a temporary reprieve from daily anxieties and a chance to unwind.
5. Improved Focus and Concentration: In today’s fast-paced world filled with distractions, reading strengthens your ability to focus and concentrate for extended periods.
6. Empathy and Perspective: Stepping into the shoes of fictional characters allows you to develop empathy and gain a deeper understanding of different perspectives.
7. Enhanced Creativity: Reading exposes you to new ideas and thought processes, potentially sparking your own creativity and problem-solving skills.
8. Stronger Writing Skills: Immersing yourself in well-written prose can improve your writing style, sentence structure, and overall communication clarity.
9. Improved Sleep Quality: Swap screen time for a book before bed. The calming nature of reading can help you relax and unwind, promoting better sleep quality.
10. A Portal to New Worlds: Books transport you to different times, places, and realities. Experience thrilling adventures, historical events, or fantastical journeys from the comfort of your armchair.
11. Lifelong Learning: Reading is a journey of continuous learning and self-discovery. There’s always something new to learn, regardless of your age or interests.
12. Conversation Starter: Books provide a treasure trove of topics for conversation, fostering connections and enriching discussions with others.
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Wow! A balmy 68 degrees (F) (20C) while #hiking this afternoon on this beautiful #beach on #CapeCod. With an offshore breeze, the #ocean was calm making for a peaceful experience. I was surprised there weren’t more people out there! #SeaScape #nature
#sea #NaturePhotography #landscape #photography #LandscapePhotography #GetOutside #backpacking
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after four years of following mycology accounts in silent awe, not understanding shit they talk about yet finding mushrooms beautiful, i finally found something to put on their hashtag 🙏
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With the world changing around us, many governments and organisations are trying to reduce their dependency on tech giants. Here's an update on how one German federal state is moving 30,000 PCs to LibreOffice (and longer-term, Linux): https://blog.documentfoundation.org/blog/2025/03/13/updates-on-schleswig-holstein-moving-to-libreoffice/ #foss #opensource #freesoftware
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In the Night
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