Monday, August 9, 2021

Stars In My Eyes

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Regatta de Blanc 4 NOV 1979


RUMINATIVE THOUGHTS:

The last few days have been an absolute blur, delightful, and pleasant. The views are incredible and I am very fortunate to have had this opportunity. Awakening my slumbering soul at 9,000ft / 2743 meters and heading outdoors with the tribe doesn't get any better. 


This post will be more of a narrative of the photos and just as random as how these images were uploaded. Kind of like this sleeping dog above, the Blogger Layout was also doing its own thing upside down and backwards.  Like Way Random 


For the past three weeks, no complaints, the tribe has me up at first light. We load up and head for the deep wet forest. We then all have breakfast, find our comfortable or acceptable positions after circling , and then a repeatedly visit by this Juvenile Cooper Hawk. Best Way To Start The Day 




How do you like my panoramic photo below??? To the left is the trail that I navigated down and to the right is that same trail I am about to descend like a rowdy cowboy tightly holding the rope around a bull named Lucifer. Yah00000ooooooo



I would often find myself staring off into space or at wildflower filled meadows. Don't ya love that feeling?? Like peacefully BBQ'n out back and then daydreaming about who knows what. Isn't not all that common for me to feel serenity as the big city of GJ offers continual distractions or disruptions. Talk About Breathing  





Just listening to the trees and simply being. Talk about a refreshing and soul calming location. Breathe with me my friends. Imagine yourself surround by Aspen Trees, the composting earthy matter aloft in your nasal passages, and a blanket of vivid color covers the hillside as far as an eye can see. Mesmerizing  



And then there was this happy accident. The above photo, I dropped my phone when I pressed upon the shutter release button. After the phone tumbled about, it "switch" into this filter mode. Remember how fired I was when I discovered the long exposure effect. HA, That Was Nothing 




The tribe of dogs and I created a new game that none of us enjoyed but we all took part in. Stepping on each others paws!! Extra points when I was able to step on their back paws and their extra points came from their elbows driving into my big toe when one would lay down next to me while I was at the dinner table. Boys & Their Games  




And are you ready for this one???? I found a house on the market and couldn't stop pondering the options. The main house is only 650 square feet / 60.38 square meters. There is a loft above the kitchen that is not build into the footage of the house. Out back is an updated one car plus motorcycle garage/ work shop. All up to code as well. 




My compulsive thoughts over ran my common sense and I met with the realtor on Friday. Every bone in my body said GREEN LIGHT. Not one red flag was thrown, the solid hippy couple next door were rather ideal mountain town dwellers and super friendly, and this home marked all the boxes with a glorious CHECK. 



One downfall to the deal. Only one mutilate downfall. There always has to be bad news when your completely overwhelmed with child like excitement on Christmas Morning. The selling price is listed at 580 Thousand Phuc-N Dollars. That is $418,000 in British Pounds. A half of a million dollars!!??!! Might of had a few Gin and Tonics that evening. At least I can afford Fresh Limes for Phuc Sake. Such A Bummer 




My morning Cooper Friend attacked my GoPro while on Time Lapse Mode and captured this shot. How cool was that??? So to answer our good friend LITTLE WENDY, dogs are great and I love a well trained canine. But I am just not ready for a pup yet. My busy schedule wouldn't be fair to a new dog. A majority of folks around Colorado have a Subaru or a dog and many own BOTH. So a doggie fix is never far away.




The above photo is shining down to the place that I am at. If you follow all the buildings/condos up to the right front the left , the house is on the far right of that"town" there is me. The house is pretty much center low in this shot above. Score  


I have trained my dogs in the past for hours on end and incorporate as many hand signals as possible. I am just not ready to prioritize my selfish desires for that amount of dedication. Yes, it would be way nice to have the companionship but I am not quite ready. Wendy, thank you for asking. Happy Thoughts 



Happy Dogs?? Only happy dogs when they have been throughly exercised. Once they are able to run freely, they are at their best. But at 3am licking themselves, not so much. But watching them bound around in wildflowers taller than them was laughable. And I laughed a lot. You know what, I have been giggling a lot these days. Hope To Continue That Behavior 


GOALS:

  1. Continue Pounding The H2o
  2. Morning Foam Rolling Without Wet Tongue In My Earhole 
  3. Survive This New Moon In Leo
  4. Stumble Onto A Suitcase Full Of Exactly $580,000.oo 
  5. Host A Sensational Radio Show
  6. Cultivate Optimism 


 

Thanx For Checking In And I Will Be Visiting Ya Soon,

Cheers 
P.S. Hosting BLONDE ROOTS ( click here for KAFMradio dot ORG ) this Saturday the 14th at 3pm Mountain Time - 10pm in the UK and Croatia - 5am Sunday in Perth Australia - & 9am Sunday in Fiji  

102 comments:

  1. Beautiful landscapes you have shared, the animals are looking good.
    The filter on your phone turned out good even though it was unexpected by you..
    Take care.

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    1. The Filter Has Been A Tremendous Score - Some Photos Are Just OK But Others Are Flipping Killer - You Will Be Seeing More Of That Soon Enough - Thanx So Much For Checking In

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    2. I saw a comment here a few weeks ago about Dr Akhere and i decided to contact him as instructed, thanks to this man for bringing joy to me as wished for. i followed instructions which he gave in other to get my lover back who left me and the kids for 3years now, but thanks to Dr Akhere because they are back to me now for good and we are happy together. please do contact him for help too if in relationship problem via email at: AKHERETEMPLE@gmail.com or call/whatsapp:+2349057261346 . And testify for yourself.

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  2. One. One BBQ this year. It´s cold. Glad you can enjoy, though.
    Smooth pics! And some "accident" :-)
    Sad about the price of that home. Cute can at least.
    Laughing is always best!

    #2 freaked me out a little!
    Good luck with #4.
    Love the mixer-method! Car made ice cream, I want that! Oh. Would need to buy a car. Hubby sure won´t let me try this in his.
    Oh, the logic with the chocolate.
    Climate... oh... fun video.
    Thank you for the laughs!

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    1. One BBQ?? What??? I Would Lose My Mind, Whats Left Of It - Laughing Is What Gets Me Through - #2, Wet Dog Tongues, Too Funny - #4 Hope To Trip Soon - Keep Laughing And Thanx For Checking In

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  3. Hello,

    Gorgeous views! Neat captures of the Cooper's Hawk, it is a cool visitor. The furbabies are adorable, I just love dogs. The price of houses is just ridiculous, how can first time buyers afford to buy a house. Maybe a fixer-upper? Take care, enjoy your week!

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    1. Aren't They Amazing - The Hawk Made The Week Pretty Dang Special - The Dogs Are A Classic - Mountain Town Housing Is Totally Ridiculous - Thanx For Checking In

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  4. You are living in paradise really, the mountain view, your animals friends…perfect!

    The ice cream video is hilarious.

    I love the shots which show so much sky with that scenery. Your are soaking in every minute by the sound of it. That’s a requirement there!

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    1. Almost Perfect - Spending As Much Of It Outside As Possible - The Animals Enjoy This Behavior - Thanx For Checking In Marie

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  5. ...that's a Jeep with a Jeep was a Jeep. You live is a gorgeous part of the world.

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    1. When A Jeep Was A Jeep, So True - Must Have Had One?? Such A Gorgeous Part Of The World - Thanx For Checking In Brother T

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  6. Hi, Beautiful photos of the mountains. I like the bird of prey, Cute dogs, Thank you for sharing.

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    1. Gorgeous Mountains And A Spectacular Bird - Thanx For Checking In

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  7. Dearest Travis,
    Wow, the location you walk your tribe and where that dream house was, is heaven. BUT not that price... Can't believe it.
    So you move on and dream on. Memories made and kept forever.
    Love that Hawk posing for you so well.
    Hugs,
    Mariette

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    1. Incredible Location For All Of It - Almost Tired Of Being A Dreamer But Will Move On - The Morning Hawk Made My Week - Marietta, Thanx For Checking In

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  8. The hawk is awesome. I saw a red-tailed hawk outside my window one morning having an encounter with a chipmunk. It didn't end well for the chipmunk. Gorgeous scenery. I can't imagine how open space everything is. Housing prices are insane, but cheer up. That little house would have gone for twice as much close to Boston. Small houses are in such demand here as lots of people downsizing from their McMansions. Location has a lot to do with it too. A friend's sister just sold her house down the Cape for $100,000 over the ASKING price!

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    1. That Hawk Was Just That , Awesome - Both Powerful And Scary - And Totally Insane - The Realtor Informed Me That There Is A Current Bid Of $639.000 - Just Cant Fathom - Thanx For Checking In

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  9. Hi Travis, it's a seller's market now a days this is why IM Not out there living near my family they got in while the getting was good...I'd love to go up in the Meeker area and saw one off Hwy 13, last time I was there and it was 1/2 Mil for a broken down old bunkhouse looking thing but it had a lot of acreage. So I guess I'll sweat it out in SC literally. The photos outstanding, I really like seeing the green on the mountains and the hawk too, the doggies and your BBQ!! TC

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    1. Bummer Living On The East Coast When You Know Exactly Whats Here On The Western Slope - Isn't That Green Something Else - Couldn't Get Enough Of That Evening BBQ'n - Thanx For Checking In

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  10. Brilliant poster photography!
    Beat wishes for all your dreams coming true sooooom!

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    1. Thanx Magic - Needed That - Thanx For The Positive Vibes

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  11. These photographs are so pretty! Love these landscapes, birds and dogs. Wonderful Post! Have a great day!
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  12. I like your hawkish friend even if he doesn't like your Go Pro.
    Half a million will buy you a very modest house here, probably a nice enough one if you prefer country living.
    Even the weight of a dog standing on your shoe clad foot can hurt.
    Juvenile giggling is good in so many ways.
    Hosting Blonde Roots possibly means something else here.
    You should start a Go Fund Me page to buy your desired house. People seem to start them for lesser reasons now. I won't contribute but I will lend at a fair interest rate, plus a couple of add on fees....ongoing.

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    1. I Wondered If That Hawk Couldn't Stand The Little Red Light Flashing With Every Photo In Time Lapse Mode - Their Elbows To My Ankle Really Blows And They Know Just How To Land Between My Metatarsal Bones - Too Funny On Both Fronts - So Good To Hear From You And Thanx For Checking In

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  13. Beautiful photos. I like the landscapes, the dog and the hawk. I miss my vacations on the mountains: I used to spend a couple of weeks on the Alps, in a Navy Club, when my children were teen-agers.

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  14. I'm so glad you can get your doggie fix whenever you need one. I've been needing my little Cocoa a lot lately--as I heal from my broken ankle and foot, her constant companionship is the best medicine. It's like she knows! Even better, when I'm out of the boot, she puts her ball in it and works hard to retrieve it. Gotta love dogs!

    What a beautiful place you've been at--I don't blame you one bit for wanting to relocate permanently!

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    1. Cocoa Is The Best - What A Dog - And You Two Have Been Through So Much Lately - Just Gotta Make It Happen - CB Makes My Heart Happy - Thanx For Always Dropping A Comment - You So Rock

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  15. Your cooper's hawk friend is amazing. I had a broad shouldered hawk nest nearby, but I've never been lucky enough to have the juvenile land on my back deck. I see him up in trees though. What a beauty. And your scenery photos are amazing. It makes me want to take a trip. Instead of waiting until fall like we planned...hopefully covid won't have taken back over life then. Smile. And I am loving your doggie fix. Nothing better than a faithful friend when you need one. Enjoy those clear your head woodland and mountain trips. hugs-Erika

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    1. Such A Wonderful Friend To Have And So Beautiful - Travel On My Friend As The Virus Is Only Getting Worse - Smile And Giggling, It Works - Them Doggie Fixes Are The Best Medicine - Besides For Waking Up In This Delightful Mountain Town - Thanx So Much For Checking In

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  16. How cute is that hawk! I love observing birds. I love all kinds of birds, but I'm especially excited to spot a bird of pray. They have an uncanny elegance to them. I don't capture them on cam often, I don't have the right equipment or the right kind of dedication but I love to see them.
    The long exposure button sure makes photos fun but your photographs are always interesting, even without effects.
    Lovely moments you have captured here.
    The panoramic photograph is absolutely captivating. Such a great capture.

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    1. You Liked The Panoramic Shot - Right On - So Pleased You Find The Photos Interesting As Is - The Musical Notes Those Birds Create Are Incredibly Relaxing And Catchy As Well - Yes, The Housing Market Is Baffling But I Get And The Stupid Continue To Breed - Thanx For Checking In

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    2. Needed That Ivana - Thank You - Really, Thank You

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  17. Sorry to hear the house is so expensive. Here the real-estate prices have gone through the roof, especially in cities.

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  18. I'd need more than GIN after the asking price was revealed!! Anyone would be insane to even consider signing your life away for that.

    Love all the beautiful alpine scenery & the fur "babies". But, today, most of all the Cooper's Hawk (since as you know, I'm an avid birder!)

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    1. I Needed A Knock On The Head But Settled For A Little Gin - The Fur Babies Are A Classic - And Yes, Birding Around Is Therapeutic - Thanx For Checking In

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  19. Gorgeous photos and I enjoyed the ice cream video.

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    1. Keep Laughing And Discover The Humor In Everything - Thanx For Checking In

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    1. Way Cool - The Hawk Was A Hit For Sure - Thanx For Checking In

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  21. Beautiful nature and your dogs! Have a lovely day!!

    akiko

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    1. Having A Wonderful Day And Welcome To What Else Is Possible - All The Best And Be Well

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  22. What a gorgeous house in Paradise. But it dude, upou can't go wrong with property and money in the bank is dead money. Love that Coopers.

    And I seriously would like the Green truck to hit the road. Boy would the neighbours be the same colour if I parked that on the drive.

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    1. Agreed, Just Buy It - Knew You Would Dig The Hawk Situation - An Amazing Hunter - Wish You Had A Jeep Truckster For Driving Me Around Town - Thanx For Checking In

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  23. What a beautiful spot! House prices are through the roof everywhere.

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    1. Gorgeous Spot And Welcome To What Else Is Possible - Thanx For Dropping A Comment

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  24. Two words: Visual Feast! Oh my gosh Padre it sounds as if you are living your best life right now. You are surrounded by beauty with the bonus of canine companions, perfect. The house sounded so perfect, in such a beautiful situation I can understand the price tag, one day it will all fall into place. Will jot down radio show time, hear you on Sunday morning, maybe not at 5am 😉 P.s. enjoyed your shots of the hawk.

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    1. Perth,
      You Have Such A Magical Way With Your Words - Something Eventually Will Fall Into Place - Thanx For Your Continued Support, Will Give You A Shoutout, And I So Appreciate You

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  25. So, that's a lot of money for such a small house. I mean, my house is 3x that size and half the price! Then again, we don't have the incredible views that you do. I often think you should be Colorado's spokesman. I always want to relocated after seeing your scenic photos!

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    1. Tell Me About It - One Would Think That A Tiny Home, Smaller Carbon Foot Print, Would Be The Way To Go - Nope, 2,000 Square Foot Home At $800K - Such BS - I Am An Advocate Of Colorado And It Hurts Me Witnessing Yahoos Moving Here To Escape Their Past BUT THEY BRING THAT PAST WITH THEM - Sending You And Your Family Good Vibes - Thanx For Always Checking In - Enjoy Your Weekend

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  26. This is a paradase! So many beautiful pics and natural scenery!!!
    Kisses, Paola.

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    1. It Is Paradise And I Haven't Taken One Day For Granted - Thanx So Much For Checking In And Dropping Love Notes - Big Hugs

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  27. Very beautiful landscape and so amazing pictures. Have a great day!
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    1. Welcome To What Else Is Possible - Had A Great Week - All The Best To You

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  28. How beautiful are your dogs. My dog sometimes sleeps like yours too, with his paws up, they are so cute.
    Wonderful landscapes, all the photos are fantastic but my favorite ones were the Hawk's photos.
    Greetings and all the best

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    1. They Are Beauties, When They Are Sleeping - CB Is Chalk Full Of Wonder And That Hawk Amazes Me - Maria, Thanx For Continuing To Check In After All These Years - Big Hugs

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  29. What a funny, interesting way to discover a new photo filter!! I like the effect. I also really like the green truck in your first photo!

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    1. As The Wonderful Late BoB Ross Would Say," Happy Little Accidents." Thanx So Much For Checking In There Spare Parts - Be Well

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  30. Very funny shots.
    Great to see that big bird of prey.

    Greetings, Marco

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    1. Pleased You Are Entertained By Them - Been Wondering About You - Hope You Are Well And Thanx Ever So Much For Checking In - Rock On Brother

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  31. Die Naturaufnahmen sind wieder wunderschön und den Hunden gefällt es dort anscheinend sehr gut. LG Romy

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    1. Die Hunde lieben einfach alles nach dem Essen - Sie halten mich sehr aktiv - Danke fürs Einchecken

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  32. Love this panoramic shot! Very creative!
    Yesss...good luck with the new moon in Leo!

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    1. I Wondered About That Panoramic Shot - On A Computer Monitor Its Dynamic - The New Moon Kick My A$$ - Humans, What The Flock Of Seagulls - Thanx So Much For Checking In

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  33. Genial reportaje y recorrido turistico.
    Gracias por las fotografias
    todas muy bellas.
    todo viaje es una nueva aventura,tus perros se ven muy bien y creo que tambien han disfrutado de la belleza de estos paisajes.
    Saludos
    buena semana

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    1. Você tem razão, pois cada viagem com três cães é uma aventura - Obrigado por sempre me acompanhar - Aproveite esta semana que vem

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  34. OMG this all landscapes are totally breathtaking :-)

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    1. You're So Right - The Higher I Climb - Takes My Breath Away Literally - Thanx So Much For Checking In

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  35. Beautiful mountain landscapes !!!

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    1. Like Beyond Gorgeous - Thanx For Checking In

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  36. beautiful glimpses, such a nice area. And how wonderful to be visited by a hawk.

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    1. A Magical Area - They Hawk Was A Joy - Thanx For Checking In

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  37. Maravilloso paisaje e idílico lugar para descansar y desconectar rodeado de naturaleza y el aleteo de ése bello halcón.
    Un saludo.

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    1. Você está certo, lugar incrível para se viver - Esteja bem e obrigado

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  38. Bom dia amigo.
    Grato, pela visita ao meu blogue.
    Fotos muito interessantes.
    Parabéns!
    Abraço.

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    1. E obrigado por passar por aqui com um comentário positivo - Bem, mantenha contato

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  39. Hello.
    I walked around here looking at your photos and I really liked them.
    thank you for your visit
    enjoy and i leave a big hug and kiss
    :)

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    1. Thanx For The Walk About - They Are Photos To Be Liked - Thanx For Your Kind Words

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  40. Well, accidents happen, strange things happen and not always things go as expected but as you have noticed with the pic you took when you droped you phone, sometimes those incudents becone nuxe surprise.
    I still wonder about that house, are you sure it has only 60 square meters? It looks bigger, much bigger 🤔

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    1. Too Funny, The House I Am In Is Massive - Did Not Post Any Photos From The Tiny Home - You So Rock - Thanx For Always Checking In

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    1. And They Sound Even Better - So Peaceful My Friend - Thanx For Checking In

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  42. wOW! What a view! this grass is so green like from photoshop ;)

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  43. No words need... these photos are so beautiful!
    Kisses, Paola.

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  44. Bummer about the half-mill house. It's crazy how expensive real estate is everywhere, but I'm sure it's especially insane in such a beautiful place. So glad you were able to enjoy this time!

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    1. Huge Bummer, Like Took The Wind Out Of My Sails - I Am So Thankful That I Have ZERO Children Because What Will They Want/Need In Two Decades From Now???

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  45. Wow! Beautiful pictures! Wonderful Post! Have a great day!
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