Showing posts with label dog. Show all posts
Showing posts with label dog. Show all posts

22.12.11

Krabi, Thailand

Below are some photos I took in Thailand recently. 
Although the first 6 photos were taken at the Tiger Cave temple, there aren't many signs of the temple as I have little interest in buildings and statues.







While I was admiring this little girl who waved at me, a stray dog gave me a fright by licking my arms. I thought that action rather strange and quickly went off to clean myself. I hope I didn't hurt the dog's feelings. 

There were many stray dogs, monkeys, cats, pigeons and even chicken. I didn't go inside the temple nor took the 1000 steps that lead to another temple up the mountain. Come to think of it, I might as well have visited a farm. But I do enjoy the encounters.

One man chained a puppy near the vicinity of the temple. He wanted to pet the puppy but the latter probably growled at him out of fear. That angered the man who shouted and was about to whack the pup. Almost immediately, a dog dashed forward from across the street and bowed its head in front of the man. That man ended up petting the dog's head instead and forgave the pup. I could have taken snapshots of the sequence of events on camera but didn't think it was appropriate. I feel amazed with how the dog dissipated anger instantly without words. Most people react towards anger with more anger. The dog just bowed.



The two photos above were taken at the Emerald Pool.
The water is very clear, GREEN and filled with beautiful fishes but it is too slippery to walk.
We were told that there are quicksands nearby so we did not venture around.
This pool itself is very unique and I think if you are nearby, you should visit.
We visited the hot spring which isn't as beautiful but it was amazing that there were many small natural tubs like 'jacuzzi' with warm running water at 50 degree Celsius.
It also came with sulphur which is supposedly good for the skin.


These boats were seen near the hotel we stayed.
There are many beautiful islands out there.
We didn't island hop but visited the shops along the beach.


This is what I found in one of the shops.
I don't know what it was doing there but it was definitely not for sale.
Krabi isn't about dogs but about beautiful islands, friendly people, elephant rides, crystal clear natural pools and good food.
I better end this post with some nice flowers I took from the hotel because it may appear to be 'dog-sided' at the moment.



Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays in advance!

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16.11.11

Texture & Pattern


The Word for Wednesday that Donna of Garden Walk Garden Talk is hosting this week is 'Texture and Pattern'.

Since everything is with texture and pattern, the difficulty here is to limit the length of this post.
I do not intend to limit to texture and pattern found in my garden alone.


There were many huge ferns plants at the highlands which I visited a few days ago.
I find the patterns to these unfurling fern fronds rather captivating and am posting 6 photos of them.





Below are the soft texture of the grass on the highlands and wavy patterns formed by the mountains.



Back at home, I continued my quest to look for more texture and pattern.
As soon I picked up the camera, the furry texture below, demanded to tag along as he loves to be outdoors.


Out of all the captures, I think the highlight of today is this blue feathery friend.


It is such a delight to see a White-throated Kingfisher having a feast in my garden!
To be honest, this is a regular visitor but it maintains its distance so we had to get a zoom lens.


The above is a collage of some of the textures I see around me.
Notice that my first few passion fruits shall be ripe soon?

Do head over to Garden Walk Garden Talk for an INFORMATIVE post of 'Texture and Pattern'.
Enjoy others' takes on this theme or join us with your own interpretation.

4.11.11

I Have Been Framed


I can't help amusing myself with photos and silly thoughts.


Goldee was resting comfortably among the flowers and ground cover when she suddenly felt trapped.
She thought she could have been framed.
See the looks in her eyes above.


I assured her that I was only using her lovely golden fur to frame the flowers.


When one is worried, one loses focus.
It seems that she has forgotten her intention to sleep.

If you enjoy these silly little photo stories, visit 'Words in Pictures' in my other blog; Tropical Nature Photos.
I intend to post 'Words in Pictures' daily in that blog for 30 days as a challenge for myself.
Do I have the photos and words ready?
Definitely not.
I have no clue what I shall be posting next.
I must not worry as worries might cause me to lose focus.
Breathe in, breathe out...

Have a great weekend!

Linking up with :
Flaunt your Flowers
Roses and Stuff - It's a Trap
Fabulous Friday
The Purple Tree House

24.10.11

Caption - Holding Hands

Enjoy these Monday Photo Captions and leave your captions for the last two photos.
Selected ones will be posted next Monday with links to your blogs or websites.


GardenWalkGardenTalk :  I guess this is what holding hands is like.

Kay L Davies : Do you wanna dance?

Bananaz : Dear! How many more rocks to Hard Rock Cafe? My foot is killing me!


Kay L Davies : Hahaha, hahaha. Did you see the looks on the faces of those cats?

Stewart M : I gave up hunting years ago - I just wait for things to fall into my mouth.

Hootin' Anni's : Gesundheit! (means 'Bless You' in German)

Bananaz : Savasana - Yoga Corpse Pose



Send in your captions for the last two images latest by this week.
All comments are welcomed too.
Here's wishing you a happy week ahead!

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17.10.11

Caption - Imposters


Enjoy these Monday Photo Captions and leave your captions for the last two photos.
Selected ones will be posted next Monday with links to your blogs or websites.


Richard & Kay : I think I'll just duck out for a while.

Bananaz : Join you later. Web varnish not dry yet.

Anna : The ugly Duck-ling.

NHGarden : I give it a week.

GardensEyeView : I've had enough of these impromptu meetings.


Richard & Kay : These quackers seem kinda dry.

Bananaz : Let's vote. OK! 8 Ups, 2 Quacks!

GardensEyeView : Who said this is a hen party?

For the benefit of those who do not reside in the US, AFLAC is a large insurance company with the following logo.




Ann'sGardenSpot : Aflac is here. I got a call that someone has an accident.

GardenWalkGardenTalk :  Aflac...Look at all those imposters!



Send in your captions for the last two images latest by this week.
All comments are welcomed too.
Here's wishing you a happy week ahead!

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29.8.11

Caption - Fall Colors


It's Photo Caption time.

I can't help being amazed by your imagination to both last week's photos.


Anna I just got my wings dyed in the latest Fall colors. How do they look?

Kitchen Flavours : I'm going as Tinker Bell to the masquerade party!

One :  I may have got a little carried away with powdering my nose, haven't I?


b-a-g : It's not easy being green.

 Lisa : Do you think this is my best side?

GardenSpot : ET phone home.



Pichu could be enjoying the joke of a flying creature.


Clifford may be attempting to solve his teeth grinding problem during sleep.
What do you think?

You are invited to submit your captions for the last 2 photos.
Selected captions will be posted next Monday with links to your websites.
Comments are definitely welcomed too.
By the way, if you are keen to know a little more on Pichu's flying insect photo, click here.
Have a great week ahead!

Linking up with :

Macro Monday
Mosaic Monday
Mellow Yellow Monday
Creative Exchange
Macro Friday
Live Every Moment

22.8.11

Caption - Counting Calories

It's Photo Caption time again.

monkey stare at banana

One : Do not disturb! I'm counting calories; 148, 149...

b-a-g : 150 calories! I'll work it out by swinging in the trees for half an hour.

Anna Should I, or shouldn't I? I have eaten 20 already!

  Lisa : Kinda plain, don't you think?

  MyGardenHaven : Ooh, my stars...this fortune cookie banana says that I am meeting the monkey of my dreams on the day I have my blue eye-shadow on!!!

dogs chew cornstalk

Hootin' Anni : ...and Pandas EAT this daily? Ewwww!

GardenSpot : I got the heavy end, Clifford complains.

GardenWalkGardenTalk : Now, who do we get to limbo? Oh, Pichu...

Pomeranian smiling

This is Pichu, the tiny Pomeranian preparing to limbo...

Kitchen Flavours : Come on, Pichu! Do your limbo. We don't have all day!


Above is a butterfly covered with pollen and below is a praying mantis posing on a flower.


I am looking excitedly forward to your captions for these 2 critters.
Comments are very much welcomed too.
Linking up with :

Macro Monday
Creative Exchange
Fertilizer Friday

15.8.11

Caption - Take Me to Your Leader

It's Photo Caption time again.

dragonfly

Luna Miranda : Owww...that tickles...

Hootin' Anni : PREYing for rain.

One : Secret to my radiant cheeks? Basically, I just watch what I eat...

dog with toad in mouth

Andrea : Mama, mama, I passed my initiation. Now they call me a Dog.

Bom : This does not taste anything like the green ball that One asked me to fetch.

Victoria : Mom, can I keep him,... pretty please?

Hootin' Anni : Take me to your leader!

Solitude Rising : I kissed you and I turned into a dog. Now, suffer my wrath!

One : I can explain... I did not catch the toad. It hopped right into my mouth! Come on! Trust me!


Bananaz : How I wish my darling is here to hold my waist just like Jack and Rosie in Titanic...my heart will go on and on...

(This orange dragonfly photo has been added to go with Bananaz's caption  because it looks like it is contemplating on diving ...)



The 2 new photos are of a monkey analyzing a banana and 2 dogs in action.
Looking forward eagerly to your captions and comments.

Linking up with :

Macro Monday
Creative Exchange
Fabulous Friday
Macro Friday

1.8.11

Caption - Dog Tired


I am posting a photo based on some of the captions you came up with last week.
If you have been following the weekly Caption Game, you would notice that this photo below did not appear last Monday but it goes so well with some of your suggested captions.


Anna : Dog tired!!!

Genie : What is this about climbing a mountain...all I want to do is to plop right here and chill.

Cheryl : Oh crap! I just heard the clicking sound again! Why can't One just leave me alone?


GardenWalkGardenTalk : I didn't even finish with the appetizer and here comes the main course.

Bananaz : Wasp-up? Didn't you receive my text message? Our Queen wanna have turkey this Thanksgiving!

Hootin' Anni : Table for two?


Hootin' Anni : Her-r-r-e, Mousey, Mousey...

Milka : I hope no one sees me, now that I see no one.
(Personal note to Milka : The above is improvised from your comment.)

Solitude Rising : I don't remember burying the doggone bone that deep.

Bananaz : Clifford held his breath for 19 minutes and 51 seconds, breaking the world record in "breath-holding in a hole". Do NOT try this at home! It is extremely dangerous and should only be undertaken by a skilled trained, professional DOG.

One : "Hey!!! Did someone just switched off the lights?", asked Clifford as he put his head deeper into the hole.


Notice cold sweat trickling down the grasshopper's neck?


Even if you are not game for captions, I hope Clifford's silly expression bring a smile to your face.

You are all invited to share your creative captions for the last 2 photos.
Comments are of course welcomed too.

Have fun!
Smile now for a great week ahead!

Note : In case I'm taken too seriously, let me just clarify here.
The water droplets on the grasshopper are actually raindrops.
I have not seen this grasshopper fly nor hop before because it is still at the nymph stage.

Linking up with :
Macro Monday
Mellow Yellow Monday
Creative Exchange

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