Monday Window
I’m a Fan of Rose-ringed Parakeets
Parakeets are non-native to Europe but at least along the Rhine it can happen that you hear loud screeching and then you look up and see green birds sitting in a high tree. It’s estimated that more than 10,000 rose-ringed parakeets are living in Germany. … Continue reading I’m a Fan of Rose-ringed Parakeets
Playing at the River’s Edge
Water, Water Everywhere
A Little Bit of Sunshine
Värikollaasit #404 – the Sunday collage based on one colour only: The ultimate spring collage.
It’s Important to Be Seen
If you fly your model airplane on the same runway as proper airplanes you better make sure you’re safe and wear your safety jacket. BTW: This model airplane is a replica of a “Rosinenbomber” (literally: raisin bomber).These planes supplied the inhabitants of Berlin with food … Continue reading It’s Important to Be Seen
Temperamental Clouds
One Word Sunday
A Constant Plant
At least according to the name. Periwinkle is called “Immergrün” (evergreen) in German. Even though some varieties actually loose their leaves in winter. While looking up the name I found out that the name periwinkle has nothing to do with with the plant peering out … Continue reading A Constant Plant
It’s so much more Fun at Night
Last weekend the first fair of the year was held in our area. I’m not a fan of fun rides but the grandson is. Which leaves me holding the phone (as well as the purse strings). What else can I do but take photos? Cellpic … Continue reading It’s so much more Fun at Night
The Doors that Stood the Test of Time
Weekly Prompts Weekend Challenge: Timeworn
A Superb Surprise
The trees have started to blossom and I was delighted to see the first bees out and about collecting pollen. And I received a superb gift from Mother Nature in the form of the first butterfly of the season. I believe its a red admiral … Continue reading A Superb Surprise
