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Bright Marigold
This is the first of a small batch of floral based photos, today we have a bright and colourful marigold. What did this image teach me? Marigolds (tagetes) are actually part of the sunflower family! How amazing is that.
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The Stained Window
I find stained glass windows to be fascinating… they each contain so many stories, not just in the imagery depicted but also in the history of their creation. What did this image teach me? The oldest known stained glass still in place and visible is the image of the Prophet Daniel, at Augsburg Cathedral in…
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The Dahlia
This is one of the first flowering dahlias of the year, in our garden – and don’t worry there will be plenty more (colourful) photos to share. What did this image teach me? Dahlias are the national flower of Mexico.
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The Stone Lion
Why do so many houses have this type of lion statue somewhere in their grounds? Often marking an entrance? What did this image teach me? In Vietnam a lion statue is said to protect people in the home, in China they are seen as guardians. In Buddhist culture they are said to bring peace. Italians…
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Coleton Fishacre
And here, after mentioning it for the last few days, is Coleton Fishacre itself. A beautiful property with a stunning garden, and a fantastic 1920’s Art Deco style. What did this image teach me? Even in dark and gloomy conditions, this place is impressive.
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The Stone Mushroom
Keeping with the same theme / location as yesterday – this is another stone object that you can find at Coleton Fishacre, though this time instead of a sphere it’s a mushroom. There are Seders of them scattered around near the house. What did this image teach me? The word mushroom may have formed from…
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The Stone Spheres
I found these large, impressive stone spheres flanking the entrance to Coleton Fishacre, one of my favourite National Trust properties (though sadly the house is closed during this Covid-19 era). What did these images teach me? There is an ancient, extinct civilisation that used to live in Costa Rica, known as the Diquis People. They…
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The Old Mine
These old Cornish mines are scattered over the countryside, and even now centuries after their heyday they are impressive structures. What did this image teach me? The Cornish word for tin is “sten”, from the Latin “stannum”.
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The Grey Poppy
I found this poppy growing in the grounds of Saltram, a National Trust property near Plymouth. What did this image teach me? That poppies are said to represent sleep, peace, and even death (eternal sleep).
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