Photographer John E. Walker in Oshawa, September 19, 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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🌞🕊️✨ Lightness, Renewal, and the Healing Power of Colour 🌿💚🦋
In this image, a dragonfly rests upon a vibrant green leaf, its delicate wings shimmering in the bright light. The moment captures a perfect balance — stillness before flight, reflection before renewal.
The dragonfly has long been a symbol of transformation, adaptability, and self-realization. Its near-transparent wings, reflecting sunlight in subtle hues, remind us of the fragility and beauty of change. Like the dragonfly, we are constantly evolving, learning to rise gracefully after resting, to move lightly through life’s challenges.
The green leaf beneath it radiates life, vitality, and healing. Green is the colour of growth and renewal, often associated with the heart chakra — the centre of love, compassion, and balance. It grounds us in nature’s rhythm, encouraging peace and harmony within. The leaf’s veins, illuminated by the sunlight, symbolize the interconnectedness of all living things, a reminder that health and wellness flow through us when we align with nature’s simplicity.
The bright light itself is a symbol of awareness — the clarity that comes when we pause, breathe, and allow ourselves to see beauty in the small moments. It reflects the essence of mindfulness, illuminating the intricate details often overlooked in daily life.
Together, these elements — light, transparency, and green life — speak to a state of wellness that is not about perfection, but presence. The dragonfly, poised and ready to rise, teaches us that healing begins in stillness and flourishes in the light of awareness.