Photographer John E. Walker in Oshawa, July 25, 2025, at Parkwood Estate National Historic Site.
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I truly appreciate the beauty of nature, and I enjoy your eye for capturing beautiful images. You don’t have to post every week; posting every second week or even monthly would be perfectly fine. With so many options to choose from, it takes time to fully appreciate each picture. There are 21 choices to go through, and I can select the images I want to save. The words "love," "compassion," and "community" resonate deeply with me, as they convey a sense of connection and empathy. I really enjoy this aspect of the network. Thanks for being awesome!
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Wow, just beautiful pictures. Great eye my friend.
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My favorite color purple and with the bees snd butterflies, just beautiful. Thank you for sharing this wonderful images.
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Just beautiful John, Im was out today and it was so nice just to feel the sun again. How can I support you this week?
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🦅 The Hawk and the Pinecone – A Lesson in Wellness and Play 🌲
When I took this picture, the hawk wasn’t hunting — it was playing. Right there on the forest path, it hopped, tossed, and danced with a pinecone, completely absorbed in the moment.
We often look at hawks as symbols of focus, strength, and sharp vision — but in this moment, it reminded me of something equally important: balance.
Even the most focused among us need to take time to play, to move without purpose, to reconnect with joy. That’s where true wellness begins — in the spaces between effort and rest, between striving and simply being.
The pinecone, a symbol of growth and renewal, reminds us that small moments of play nurture our mind, body, and spirit — allowing us to grow stronger, lighter, and more whole.
So today, take a cue from the hawk — stretch your wings, step off the path for a while, and let yourself play.
Your health and happiness will thank you. 💚
LIFE – Love Is For Everyone