Photographer John E. Walker in Oshawa, 2022 Sept 03, 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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🌿 A Moment of Nourishment, A Lesson in Balance 🦋
When I look at this image—taken a few years ago—it continues to offer gentle lessons about health, wellness, and how balance is found in the smallest moments when we allow ourselves to pause.
🦋 The butterfly — a Red Admiral The Red Admiral is known for its strength, endurance, and ability to adapt. It travels long distances, survives changing conditions, and keeps moving forward. Yet here, it pauses—fully present.
This is not weakness. This is wisdom.
A reminder that true resilience includes knowing when to rest and refuel.
🌸 The flower — a Zinnia Zinnias thrive where other plants struggle. They bloom openly, offering nourishment without hesitation.
The pink petals reflect compassion, emotional healing, and self-respect.
The golden yellow center symbolizes vitality, clarity, and the steady energy that comes from genuine nourishment.
🌼 The orange flowers in the background Orange carries the energy of motivation, creativity, and emotional warmth.
They remind us of forward movement—of purpose, passion, and the gentle spark that keeps us engaged with life, even during challenging seasons.
🌊 The soft blue tones in the background Blue brings calm, trust, and mental clarity. It represents breath, stillness, and emotional grounding.
It’s the quiet space that allows reflection—the calm that supports healing and thoughtful growth.
🎨 When all the colours come together
💗 Pink: compassion and emotional balance
💛 Yellow: life force and inner strength
🧡 Orange: motivation, creativity, and warmth
🌊 Blue: calm, clarity, and peace
🌿 Green: renewal, grounding, and growth
Together, they offer a powerful reminder:
🌱 Health and wellness are found in harmony—between action and rest, energy and calm, giving and receiving.
💭 Thoughtful reflection Like the Red Admiral, we don’t need to push constantly to prove our strength.
We heal when we allow ourselves moments of nourishment.
When we notice beauty.
When we let colour, stillness, and purpose support our daily lives.
This image invites a pause—a breath—a gentle return to what truly sustains us.
✨ Choose nourishment over urgency. ✨ Choose balance over extremes.
✨ Choose compassion, for yourself and others.
🌿 Shared with purpose. 💗 Rooted in care and reflection.
🦋 A quiet lesson in resilience, balance, and wellness.
LIFE — Love Is For Everyone