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Pergamon Visit

Today I visited the Berlin Pergamon Museum. I have now had my fill of antiquity for this trip. It was interesting and the audio guide informative, but 4 hours of friezes, sculpture, walls, gates, ceramics, glass, and rugs was enough. … Continue reading

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Shy Blue Heron

This blue heron regularly visits the shoreline near my home. When it flew in today I thought I’d try and get a closeup shot. By the time I had my camera ready, the little devil had found a secluded spot … Continue reading

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Southern tip of Pelee Island

It seems the most southern part of Canada is occupied by gulls. I had hoped to reach the southern extremity of Canada, but alas, this was not quite it. The spit I was on ended here only temporarily and then … Continue reading

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The wild side of Carleton Place

Wandering around the dam at dusk in Carleton Place, thinking of shooting the flowing water, I noticed the blue heron fishing. Fortunately he kept very still (watching me out of one eye) so I could shoot him in the low … Continue reading

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