Photographer John E. Walker in Oshawa, 2022 Sept 06, 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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🦋 Nourishment, Intention, and the Power of Small Moments 🌸
Looking back at this image from a few years ago, one detail immediately draws the heart in: the Monarch butterfly’s proboscis gently inserted into the yellow center of the red zinnia. This is not just a moment of rest—it is a moment of intentional nourishment.
🔍 The Monarch — Transformation & Resilience The Monarch butterfly symbolizes change, endurance, and the wisdom of knowing when to pause. Even during its long migration, it stops to refuel. This gentle act reminds us that health and wellness are built by honoring our needs and choosing nourishment with intention.
🌼 The Red Zinnia — Strength, Courage & Vitality The red zinnia beneath the Monarch represents bold life energy, courage, and the heart. Zinnias thrive in full sun and continue to bloom despite challenging conditions. They remind us that resilience can be vibrant, not harsh—and that strength often shows itself through steady growth.
💛 The Yellow Center — Nourishment at the Core The Monarch’s proboscis reaching into the yellow center symbolizes clarity, optimism, and life-sustaining energy. True wellness often lies at the core—simple, honest, and essential—waiting for us to slow down and receive it.
🌼 The Yellow Zinnias in the Background — Hope, Community & Continuity Softly blurred in the background, the yellow zinnias add another layer of meaning. They represent hope, warmth, and continuity—reminding us that we are not alone in our growth. Wellness is not a single moment or effort; it is supported by many small, consistent sources of light and care working together.
💚 The Green Surroundings — Balance & Renewal The green backdrop grounds the image in healing and renewal. It reflects balance, growth, and the quiet reassurance that life continues to regenerate when we nurture it.
🌱 A Gentle Wellness Reflection This image teaches us that health is not passive. Like the Monarch, we must reach in, receive nourishment, and honor the pauses that sustain us—while remembering that support often surrounds us, even when it sits quietly in the background.
Sometimes healing looks like this: ✨ a pause with purpose
✨ nourishment taken with care
✨ and trust in the steady presence of hope
LIFE — Love Is For Everyone 💛