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Burmese Python Virtual Hug
Embracing my mind with a virtual hug— Burmese Python. The head of the large Burmese Python was completely buried in dark shadows. Because I wanted to have a more personal meeting with this snake, I stood there for about 10 … Continue reading
Posted in Hawaii, Photo Essay, photography, Reptiles
Tagged Honolulu Zoo, Humor, Love, Nature, Python, Snakes
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Thoughts on Time
I thought about the new year while sitting in a tree. I did the same thing last year, time matters not to me.Tell me, honestly— Did you see the day pass by the last second in-between, when time inside someone’s … Continue reading
Posted in Animals, Nature, Philosophy, photography, Poetry, wildlife
Tagged Elephants, Happy New Year, Honolulu Zoo, New Year
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Thinking about Being
While I was thinking about being and wondering why I’m here, time appeared before my eyes and melted into years. Yesterday, I was so young and now somehow I’m old? I used to do a lot but now….I don’t do … Continue reading
Posted in Animals, birds, Humor, Nature, Photo Essay, photography, Poetry, wildlife
Tagged Honolulu Zoo
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Love Responds to Love
In 2009, I took this photo of two siamang gibbons (Elvis and Mahina) at the Honolulu Zoo. The loving affection between the two of them was a delight to see. The other characteristic that was outstanding about these gibbons was their … Continue reading
Animal Paparazzi
Oh no….not again. Animal paparazzi taking our pictures. Hey! Put the zoom lens down and come a little closer with that camera. ~ms ***Photos taken at the Honolulu Zoo, Oahu***
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