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  • Nora Leggs, in reply to Jos,

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    It’s curly asparagus really.

    Nice : ) The only mirroring I can be bothered with is shot through the tiny kaleidescope or the dragon-fly-eye. Too lazy otherwise….

    Auckland • Since Dec 2011 • 2700 posts Report Reply

  • Nora Leggs,

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    Surly afternoon clouds between apartments, Symonds Street.

    Auckland • Since Dec 2011 • 2700 posts Report Reply

  • Nora Leggs,

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    More surly clouds

    Auckland • Since Dec 2011 • 2700 posts Report Reply

  • Islander, in reply to Jos,

    Weird wee cars...obviously people of my size wouldnt go near 'em!

    Big O, Mahitahi, Te Wahi … • Since Feb 2007 • 5643 posts Report Reply

  • Chris Waugh,

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    Feeding the rabbits in the Children’s Zoo in Beijing Wildlife Park. The weather’s almost summery all of a sudden!

    White tiger enjoying the sun.

    And a bit nervous about shetland ponies getting too close.

    Wellington • Since Jan 2007 • 2401 posts Report Reply

  • Islander, in reply to Chris Waugh,

    d a bit nervous about shetland ponies getting too close.

    They’re actually lovely wee creatures, strong as, and smart as- met a couple at the latest Oamaru Fair and challenged their owner that they could carry ANYONE…I weigh 14 stone 2 lb…

    -mounted the little tiny mare (I’m arthritic, so it took a minute or 2) – she stood steady & *she trotted*!
    She had a lovely gait…I really enjoyed the 10 minute ride – havent had that enjoyment/privilege for over 20 years… I know that Shetlands have been ‘used’ as an alternatitive to guide/assistance/ 0ther disabledhuman-help animals (because of their intelligence/strength/longevity)-but I really prized the experience-

    Big O, Mahitahi, Te Wahi … • Since Feb 2007 • 5643 posts Report Reply

  • Islander,

    When I win Lotto...I will not only enjoy Maine Coons round my home but also donkeys and a small group of Shetland ponies....

    Big O, Mahitahi, Te Wahi … • Since Feb 2007 • 5643 posts Report Reply

  • Chris Waugh, in reply to Islander,

    I tried to encourage her to get closer to the ponies, but I think it's fair for her to be wary around animals several times her size. We'll keep gently, gradually getting her close to animals while letting her set her own comfort level, and with time she'll get used to them. She loved feeding the rabbits, though.

    I didn't realise how strong Shetland ponies are, though it makes sense - the name suggests they come from small islands where space is at a premium and yet goods and people still need to be hauled to and from markets and harbours.

    Wellington • Since Jan 2007 • 2401 posts Report Reply

  • Islander, in reply to Chris Waugh,

    didn’t realise how strong Shetland ponies are, though it makes sense – the name suggests they come from small islands where space is at a premium and yet goods and people still need to be hauled to and from markets and harbours.

    Not wrong Chris- they're really nuggety powerful wee beasts - and truly good-tempered.

    But good for your daughter! May she always enjoy being round other animals all her life long-

    Big O, Mahitahi, Te Wahi … • Since Feb 2007 • 5643 posts Report Reply

  • Nora Leggs, in reply to Chris Waugh,

    She loved feeding the rabbits, though.

    They look pretty happy there too : )

    Auckland • Since Dec 2011 • 2700 posts Report Reply

  • Nora Leggs, in reply to Islander,

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    and a small group of Shetland ponies….

    not sure if these are Shetlands or just tiny horses.....
    they are on the West Coast near Haast, manes blowing staunchly in the wind.
    Mr Leggs will be appalled to know I used the hand-held-scanner for this one....

    Auckland • Since Dec 2011 • 2700 posts Report Reply

  • Islander, in reply to Nora Leggs,

    Difficult to say, eh Nora-
    I'm not a horsey person normally - but I do know there are specific Scottish island breeds, and my Nana (my mum's mother) was a renowned horsewoman-*** my mother hates the idea of riding (or anything else to do with) horses, & one of my brothers cheerfully will eat them- me?
    Well, I'm majorly a fish&bird-eating - ur/otherwise vegetarian...

    ***Orkney was a centre of an Odin/horse-worshipping cult that certainly existed into the 20th century. My Nana was renowned for riding a stallion into the ground (i.e - sadly, the animal collapsed) that no-one else could bestride when she was a teenager.
    My mother loathes horses.
    I am - sort of indifferent - except for the ponies-

    Big O, Mahitahi, Te Wahi … • Since Feb 2007 • 5643 posts Report Reply

  • Nora Leggs,

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    Such a dull grey sky today that there seemed almost nothing to photograph….

    just a subtle social message
    and
    refections

    Auckland • Since Dec 2011 • 2700 posts Report Reply

  • Nora Leggs,

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    unlike yesterday's bunch from Wellesley St

    Auckland • Since Dec 2011 • 2700 posts Report Reply

  • Jos,

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    The Hamilton Gardens, never been before, was most amazed!

    Whakatane • Since Jan 2012 • 877 posts Report Reply

  • ChrisW, in reply to Jos,

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    The Hamilton Gardens, never been before, was most amazed!

    I've seen the signs, stopped to admire, but haven't followed them yet.

    Gisborne • Since Apr 2009 • 851 posts Report Reply

  • Jos,

    Do so, quite astounding use of space. The ivy is nice at the moment with the autumn colours, though late spring early summer would be best for flowers etc.

    Whakatane • Since Jan 2012 • 877 posts Report Reply

  • BenWilson,

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    Summer is well and truly done for. This shot taken huddled in a bus shelter from cold wind and rain. I was very taken with the pattern in the glass. It has actually been shattered by a stone, but not one shard has fallen out. I think the artwork is holding it together. Beyond, a car passes.

    Auckland • Since Nov 2006 • 10657 posts Report Reply

  • Geoff Lealand, in reply to ChrisW,

    Yes, they are remarkable. My favourites are the American Modernist Garden and the Indian Garden.


    Things are feeling rather fragile in the US tonight. We are in Cambria CA.

    Screen & Media Studies, U… • Since Oct 2007 • 2562 posts Report Reply

  • ChrisW, in reply to Jos,

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    Formal gardens aren't usually my thing, but ... I guess another addition to the list.

    The ivy is nice at the moment with the autumn colours

    Is that really an ivy? Looks to be the same as the enjoyable but pesty climber rampant on the less kempt parts of my place. Here the background red in another photo of figging silvereyes (cf this one) through my kitchen window yesterday.

    And because my arty botanical photos from a few years back were nowhere to be found, I mounted an umbrelliferous expotition to the riverbank in the rain for a new capture on twisty willow. Anyone know the species name?

    Gisborne • Since Apr 2009 • 851 posts Report Reply

  • ChrisW, in reply to Geoff Lealand,

    Thanks Geoff - your photos of the Hamilton Gardens memorable too, truth to tell I didn't see the actual sign pointing to them, but stopped for the stone artwork by the roundabout.

    Stay safe. Perhaps the width of a good-sized continent seems small tonight?

    Gisborne • Since Apr 2009 • 851 posts Report Reply

  • Geoff Lealand,

    Boston Ivy?

    Screen & Media Studies, U… • Since Oct 2007 • 2562 posts Report Reply

  • JacksonP, in reply to BenWilson,

    Summer is well and truly done for.

    Yes, it really is.

    I'm a bit snowed under, and having trouble finding the time to get Autumnal photos for a new thread. If anyone feels they could muster up 8 - 10 shots for a seasonal post, which seem to go down well here, flick me an email.

    Time for some crowd sourced goodness? ;-)

    Auckland • Since Mar 2011 • 2450 posts Report Reply

  • ChrisW, in reply to Geoff Lealand,

    Boston Ivy?

    In the topical circumstances, extraordinarily close!

    Looks like that in Jos's photos in Hamilton Gardens is Virginia creeper= Parthenocissus quinquefolia, very similar and closely related to 'Boston ivy' = Parthenocissus tricuspidata. And mine without the sticky pads on its tendrils is more suited to climbing trees than buildings, will be P. vitacea, false Virginia creeper not such a great name, perhaps 'grape woodbine' for preference.

    Though sharing the growth form, none of these related to real ivy, hence my initial doubts.

    Gisborne • Since Apr 2009 • 851 posts Report Reply

  • Nora Leggs, in reply to JacksonP,

    Time for some crowd sourced goodness? ;-)

    Go crowd!!

    Auckland • Since Dec 2011 • 2700 posts Report Reply

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