Wet and Aggressive Corella challenges Magpie

Wet and Aggressive Corella challenges Magpie

Sunday 19 July 2020

Sunday Selections #490




Sunday Selections was originally brought to us by Kim, of Frogpondsrock, as an ongoing meme where participants could post previously unused photos languishing in their files.

Huge thanks to Cie who gave me this wonderful Sunday Selections image.
  
The meme was then continued by River at Drifting through life.  Sadly she has now stepped aside (though she will join us some weeks), and I have accepted the mantle.
 
The rules are so simple as to be almost non-existent.  Post some photos under the title Sunday Selections and link back to me. Clicking on any of the photos will make them embiggen. 
 
I usually run with a theme. This has been a difficult year across the world.


However I have been heartened by the community spirit which has perhaps not emerged, but certainly been more visible.

The teddy bear trail continues, and I still see bears (and various other stuffed animals) in windows smiling at passersby.  I smile back at them.



I have taken you to a suburban shopping centre to see the statue 'A Delicate Moment' before.  We stopped in on our way down to the lake to see whether locals had rugged her up for winter.  They had (though this has been a warmer winter than usual and she doesn't yet have boots on).




I was very pleased to see a community pantry beside her.  A well stocked community pantry.




Smiling, we continued our journey to the lake hoping for a kangaroo fix.  The park was more crowded than usual (school holidays) but many were masked and social distancing was in play.  
At first we thought there were no kangaroos - but we were wrong.
They were there, totally 'laxed as usual.







It was a sunny day, but on the chilly side.  Just the same the diamond sparkle on the lake lifted our jaded spirits.





On our way home we stopped in at another suburban shopping centre - where there was yet more community spirit on display.


I liked the water feature near it too.  While the photos don't do it justice there was a steady stream of water flowing across it.



I hope your week is safe, healthy and filled with sparkle.

154 comments:

  1. I love seeing those roos and those generous help yourself thoughtful pantry and library.

    A nice walkabout.

    XO
    WWW

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    1. Wisewebwoman: Thank you. I loved those things too. Rather a lot.

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  2. Eso de la despensa comunitaria está muy bien. En España existe una cosa parecida y es unos carritos que se van llenando cuando vas a salir del Supermercado. Cada persona que sale de comprar aporta lo que puede, según su presupuesto. Los encargados de Cáritas, se hacen de hacerlo llegar a las personas necesitadas.

    Que pases un fin de semans feliz

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    1. VENTANA DE FOTO: The community pantry was lovely to see. My city has a reputation of being well off - which is certainly true for some. I loved seeing the community recognise that it isn't a universal truth.
      I hope that you and yours have a wonderful weekend as well.

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  3. Glad you were about to get out and about. Funny they dress up the statue in winter.

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    1. Alex J. Cavanaugh: That statue is a barometer of weather and issues of concern. When our fires (and the air) were at their worst in summer she was given a mask. Last winter as well as a scarf she was given a pair of ugh boots. Her local community values her. I do hope the artists know how much she is loved.

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    1. Gosia: I did too. Libraries are one of my passions.

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  5. The roos always make me smile.
    Be well, be safe.
    : )

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    1. Caterina: They make us smile as well. You stay safe too please.

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  6. I've never seen one of those little libraries that I don't find adorable!!

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    1. HBF: Me too. There was one in our street for a while which I loved (and patronised). Sadly it has disappeared.

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  7. Oh kangaroos. Thank yo so much. The community pantry is wonderful. I love the fact taht somebody thinks enough to put one up, and that everybody else let it be. Thanks for pictuires from your lovely city and the sculpture that is dresed for winter.

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    1. Charlotte (MotherOwl): Of course I thought of you when we saw them. There were dozens, simply soaking up what sun there was. The pantry was brilliant. They also had a segment for toilet paper - which has been in short supply here again.

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  8. Hi EC
    The statue could can be a Goose, and the last is wonderful, lacking without the water.

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    1. Bob Bushell: Thank you. I am certain that the statue is cradling a goose - and I love her.

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  9. A dressed statue is a fun thing to see. We have some weird things going on with statues here. Sometimes it is comical when a rock and roll star is festooned with graffiti. I have a young male friend who is big into cosplay, etc. It is fun to read their comments about everything going down. In the states we are all or nothing which could be a trait of all Anglo countries or few of them. I don't know.

    The roos are quite a surprise. I can't imagine deer behaving that way. We do get tame squirrels in some places.

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    1. Ann Bennett: The suburb in which A Delicate Moment has been places had another much loved statue a few years ago. That statue was stolen, and A Delicate Moment is the replacement. I love that they have clearly adopted it.
      The roos are frequently seen in that park. They mostly ignore people and lift my spirits each time I see them.
      While there are certainly divisions in our community we (mostly) seem to work together quite well.

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  10. That is an interesting, different water feature. It's comforting to know the roos continue to keep a watchful eye on things!

    Keep taking good care, EC...I hope the week treats you well. Cuddles to Jazz...I hope he is still making good progress. :)

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    1. Lee: I suspect that there were kangaroos down by the lake before it was a lake. They are at home there and I love that they remain.
      Jazz is mostly continuing to do well - which I am very grateful for.
      I hope you and the furry overlords have a wonderful week.

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  11. Great captures! I love that statue and the kangaroo.

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    1. gigi-hawaii: We visit that statue often to see what her local community has given her - and adore the roos who we also visit often.

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  12. I started my own little community pantry but, within one day and sadly, it all got taken. The whole pantry. Sigh. I guess someone really needed it, though.

    Teddy Bears warm hearts. It's sweet to see them.
    Take gentle care, friend.

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    1. Rawknrobyn: I am so sorry that your pantry was stolen - and hope that it did go to someone who needed it.
      I am grateful for all the heart warmers about at the moment - which certainly includes our friendship. Stay safe please.

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  13. We have a few street libraries around here. I haven't used any though.

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    1. Mike: I used and contributed to the one in our street. I am sorry it is gone.

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  14. Every time I see kindnesses displayed, whether teddy bears or food pantries, it gives me hope that we will make it through this period with our hearts full of love. :-)

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  15. It's fun seeing the statue dressed for warmth. I enjoy seeing the kangaroos also. I wonder what they eat. We have a beautiful family of deer, a doe and two cute fawns that has been eating in our vegetable garden and also munching on my Hostas and bushes. I'm not too impressed.

    I love the Community pantry and Street library. You have a caring neighbourhood. I think that I got a glimpse of your reflection in the pantry glass.

    I was wondering if you knew that Rick Watson of Life 101 blog has passed away. He will be missed by many.
    Hugs, Julia

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    1. Julia: I did know that we have lost Rick Watson. My heart goes out to Jilda and to everyone who knew him, in reality or in cyber space. He will be missed.
      Kangaroos are herbivores and farmers often loathe them. Down by the lake where these are they don't do much damage.
      Hugs to you too.

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    1. Giancarlo: Thank you. Our Sunday is bright and sunny. I hope yours is too.

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  17. It's lovely to see indications of a warm and caring community spirit. Nice to have a roo segment, too! We have a community pantry a few blocks away from us, and there seems to be someone using it(or adding to it)every time I walk down that street. I've never seen a street library in our town, though.
    I hope that all three of you are doing well and keeping safe. Have a good week.

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    1. Alexia: I was really chuffed to see the community pantry - particularly in a suburb which is high on our well off list. The bottom segment was reserved for toilet paper. I hope that the pantry helped (and continues to help) many people.
      Street libraries seem to be few and far between here too - and I welcome them all.
      We are doing pretty well - and I hope you are too.

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  18. That was a beautiful walk on a winter day. A community pantry, i had not thought of that. We have the food bank, and food distributions at the homeless ministry, but such a pantry is a lovely idea. Some who do not "qualify" for help could take advantage of such a thing.

    My selections will of course post soon over here.

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    1. messymimi: My thoughts exactly about the community pantry. People who have never needed help before and may not meet the very stringent requirements for more formal help can benefit. I look forward to seeing your Sunday Selections.

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  19. It is a nice collection of photos. The bears look like they are great mates. Seeing animals behaving so normally when we are so troubled is good for our well being.

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    1. Andrew: It is - and many of us need all the help we can get. The bear friends are in a house quite close to us - and they lifted my spirits to see them.

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  20. Hi Sue, what a generous community spirit in your area. I see you had your kangeroo fix. Great post as always. Be safe and enjoy your Sunday. Jo (South Africa)

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    1. Jo: Kangaroo fixes are always welcome. I hope you are continuing to heal after your surgery.

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  21. the community spirit shows its commitments to those around. the library makes me happy.

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    1. Susan Kane: That community spirit made me happy too. As did the fact I noticed it in two separate areas some distance apart.

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  22. Community efforts to "give back" are so much more worthy, I think, than the can-rattling beggars.Even when they are begging for the footie team or a school outing.
    Like the whimsy of a scarf for a statue on cold days. It speaks of and to the human spirit.

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    1. dinahmow: No arguments from me. The statue had a face mask when our air was so bad during the fires. Had, and kept her facemask at a time when they were virtually unobtainable.

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  23. Enjoyed seeing those bears, enjoyed seeing all.
    What a good idea to have a pantry and library there for the community.
    Adore the kangaroo photos.

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    1. Margaret D: I really like the pantry and the library and hope they continue and multiply.

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  24. I thought I had already commented yesterday when you published this post but it does not seem to be here. So here goes again.The panty and library are great ideas. I have seen the library before but never the pantry idea. Like you I love seeing Kangaroos. I wonder when the lady is going to get booted and by who? It is good they dress her up for your cold winter. I love the shimmer on the lake. I am pleased that my knee has improved a good bit finally this week. Stay safe Sue.

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    1. Margaret Birding For Pleasure: I only posted this this morning so perhaps not. Someone in her local community went to quite some lengths to give her boots last year but so far they have not appeared. I am really pleased that your torn ligament is finally improving. You stay safe too please.

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  25. I read that a kangaroo was running around loose in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida a couple of days ago. The cops invited him to take a ride in the back seat of their patrol vehicle and he was taken to an animal shelter. Who would loose a kangaroo in Fort Lauderdale.......... These are great pictures, and clearly an enjoyble outing for you. Hugs from the Pacific Northwest.

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    1. Bill: I hope that poor kangaroo is safe and that the shelter is able to find an appropriate home for it. And thank you. Hugs received and reciprocated.

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  26. Great photos of your neighbourhood. Therre is always something interesting to see if you look for it. Sometimes we take things for granted. Thanks for sharing.

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    1. Rosie: Thank you. How right you are that sometimes we need to open our eyes to see things.

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  27. Dear EC
    I do like the way the communities make statues their own. It made me smile too. The larder and mini library are excellent ideas too. Relaxed roos are always a joy!
    Best wishes for a relaxing week
    Ellie

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    1. Ellie Foster: That statue has certainly been wholeheartedly adopted by her community which I think is lovely. I hope the library/ies and the larder continue too.
      Have a great (and in your case creative and productive) week.

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  28. I do hope the poor girl gets a pair of boots soon, the mornings are so frosty in your area now. I love diamond sparkled water.

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    1. River: So far our winter has been fairly mild. We have had occasional frosts but nothing like the temperatures I expect by now. My freezing bubble persona is sulking a bit.

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  29. Hi Ec - I love 'the Delicate Moment' statue - she's brilliant - and if the weather's wintery ... then yes the wrapping up is just so appropriate. Wonderful round up ... and your roos blend in don't they ... so pleased you got out to visit your lake and other park ... while the community reading spaces and water fountain - lovely to see. Take care and stay safe - Hilary

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    1. Hilary Melton-Butcher: I really liked her scarf and her beanie, and the fact that when she is dressed her clothing remains. We were very grateful to go down to Weston Park again, it never fails to give us pleasure.
      I hope you continue to get out and about a bit - and remain safe.

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  30. Community spirit continues to be so important, more than ever, and teddy bears in the windows seems like such a great opportunity to smile. Our libraries have been closed here, so seeing those books is wonderful. Stay safe and be well, my friend. Hugs, RO

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    1. RO: Some of our libraries (the official ones) are starting to reopen. I have not yet been.
      Smiles are always welcome aren't they? Stay safe and well RO. You are valued.

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  31. I do love the concept of the little libraries.

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  32. The concept of a community pantry is totally new to me. How does that work, Sue? Do people leave food in it to be taken by those who need it? Is it designed only for people in difficult circumstance or, like a community library, is everyone encouraged to use it?

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    1. David M. Gascoigne: The idea is that those who can afford to do so contribute non perishable food, and those who need it can access it. They are not monitored and are on a honesty based system. I believe they work, I hope they work. On my way to Lifeline I pass a centre which supports those who are homeless and those who are at risk of homelessness. There are meals availabe during the week (if you know where to go). Weekends are a different matter. Food in the city is limited and even more so in the suburbs. The centre makes up 'weekend packs' which contain food which can be carried easily, is light and doesn't require refrigeration or heating. I contribute to those packs on my way to Lifeline and have done so for a number of years now. The staff at the Early Morning Centre recognise me - and so do some of their clients. Which warms my heart.

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  33. Very encouraging to see the community pantry and little library. I hope this coming week is better for you than the last!

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    1. Dragonquillca: Thank you. I was thrilled to see the pantry and the little library. I am lucky, and well aware just how lucky I am.

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  34. Thank you for the kangaroo fix and for the community centre cupboard ànd library. Heartwarming. Stay safe

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    1. Kalpana: I am always happy to share kangaroo fixes. The community pantry and the library were additional bonuses - and lifted my heart too.
      I hope that you too can stay safe. Reports from your country are worrying (as they are in so many places).

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  35. I like the sparkles on the water and of course a furry head in the greenery is cute any way you look at it.
    I hope you have a great week!

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    1. kylie: Aren't those sparkles lovely? Heart liftingly so.
      I hope your week goes well, and that your studies do too. How much longer to go?

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    2. It will take me at least a year to finish as there is a requirement for a year long supervised placement which I haven't started. Covid has made it all slower than usual

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    3. kylie: That is a long time - but I can't think of anyone more suited to the chaplaincy role. Good luck.

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  36. I’ve never seen such a community pantry. A great idea. The book cupboards are around here too.

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    1. Marie Smith: Isn't the community pantry a great idea? I hope they take off. I really hope it.

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  37. They sure deck out statues there. I like that. They do here, in Portland mainly, but nowadays many have been destroyed by "protesters". Well they call themselves that but the destroyers are gangs of mostly white young folk who seem mostly bent on destruction and fighting the police for unknown reasons. They even set fire to the base of a famous elk statue, for no apparent reason other than destruction. We are finally getting hot here as you get colder. I love the shimmering lake.

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    1. Strayer: Those sort of 'protestors' are vandals in my eyes. Vandals who diminish/destroy conversations we need.
      I am glad that you are finally getting warmer - feel free to keep it.

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  38. Looks like it was lovely outing. I love the community pantry, what a great idea. Take care my friend, be safe.

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    1. Mason Canyon: It was a lovely outing in expected and unexpected ways. I hope that you too can stay safe. Please.

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  39. Late to the party but I thank you for the peaceful walkabout. It's nice to see a gentler, more respectful version of life - so different from my present reality. Thanks for the reminder.

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    1. River Fairchild: You are welcome whenever you come by. I needed the reminder about gentle compassion too. Some days the noise is overwhelming.
      Huge hugs to you.

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  40. I like that the community spirit prevails despite adverse conditions. We had the teachers from the local elementary school drive through our area with signs for the kids at one point. I thought that was very touching. :)

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    1. mail4rosey: I LOVE seeing community spirit and compassion on display. I hope it continues. I love the teacher drive by too - it sounds wonderful.

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  41. It's hot here in Maine and very humid. I don't mind it as much as most but it is a little too hot to sleep well. I love your community help stations. Food and books!

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    1. mshatch: Hot and humid? Bleah. I hope that you can at least sleep. Food and books are both essentials aren't they? (In my eyes anyway).

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  42. Love the teddies and the roos!

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  43. How nice to see the community pantries! We have Food Banks here, but access is strictly monitored by volunteers. But we do have "honour stands": A little kiosk, or even a simple table that local farmers or market gardeners set up by the side of the road. Vegetables (and sometimes other products) are marked with prices but there's nobody there to take the money or monitor who takes what. It's heartwarming that it still works even in these increasingly selfish times - people take the produce and leave money behind (instead of the other way around).

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    1. Diane Henders: I used to see those honesty stands in the country - but haven't for many years. The community pantry is new, but I have heard of them popping up in other parts of the city - and really hope that they continue, grow and remain. Even when/if Covid 19 is largely controlled there will always be people who need some help and support.

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  44. You and your photos inspire me to go and check out the nature that surrounds me. Tomorrow I'll do just that.
    Have a great week.

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    1. Myrna R.: Thank you. I hope you find as much solace in nature as I do.

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  45. Nice selection! The first roo is outstanding in my books.

    I love the idea of a community pantry and a free library. I hope the people who need the groceries are the ones getting them.

    That is an unusual fountain, as well. Very pretty.

    Thank you for the wonderful shots again this week, EC!

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    1. jenny_o: Thank you. I hope that the people who take things from the pantry are in genuine need too, but love that people care enough about the community that they are prepared to take the risk of misuse.
      Stay well, stay safe.

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  46. Those two teddy bears almost look alive, looking out of the window.

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    1. Haddock: I thought that too - and thought that they looked like the best of friends.

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  47. I like the community spirit in your suburb, both the Lil Sweet Library and Community Pantry are great ideas. I wish we could have this in my place but I think we may not be ready for this. But this has given me an idea to perhaps start one in a small way and see how it develops.

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    1. kestrel: The community libraries have been popping up around the world for a while. I love them. I 'think' that the pantries exist in other places too, but I was thrilled to see this one and hope it survives and thrives.
      If you do start one, I would love to hear how it goes. It is such a caring gesture.

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  48. That stocked community pantry warms my heart! I need to get together a donation for my local shelter.

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    1. John Wiswell: It warmed mine too. I hope that the community pantry reaches people that shelters might not. And thank you for donating.

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  49. What a wonderful selection of shots!

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  50. Nice area, love these photos!

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    1. Natalia: And thank you too. That spot by the lake is one of my favourites.

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  51. For some reason, the sculpture reminded me of a haunting little novella called The Snow Goose by Paul Gallico. The sparkle in your posts always makes my day go better. Thank you.

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    1. Nilanjana Bose: I am pretty certain that fairy tales involving geese were at the forefront of the sculptor's minds. I wonder whether they also thought of The Snow Goose - which I love.
      And thank you. Your always kind words lift my spirits.

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  52. Such a wonderful adventure. thanks for taking us along.

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    1. e: It was my pleasure. I hope things are calming down for you and Lukas.

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  53. This post has made me want to move to Canberra, or to spread the Canberra-spirit across the world. Beautiful.

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    1. Kim: Shhhhh. My selfish self doesn't want the word to get out. While Canberra is widely considered duller than ditch water the crowds stay away...

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  54. So good to see such community spirit. Isn't it wonderful to see how people care?😊😊
    I love the kangaroo pictures too...and what a beautiful sculpture!

    Have a lovely day...and stay safe.

    Much love and hugs ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

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    1. Ygraine: I have been thrilled by the community spirit on display. Thrilled and heartened. Roos are always welcome too.
      I hope your days are filled with beauty and wonder.
      Hugs to you too. Always.

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  55. No matter the weather, it must always be nice to see a Roo.

    I like the way people are dressing up the lady statue.

    I hope you have a good week, Sue.

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    1. Starting Over, Accepting Changes - Maybe: You are right. It is always lovely to see the roos, doing what they do best and relaxing in the sun.
      I hope your week is safe, healthy and happy too.

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  56. So pretty! love the community pantry - we have the libraries here, but I haven't seen a pantry yet. Great idea!

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    1. Jemi Fraser: The libraries are more common here than the pantries. Pantries are starting to take off though - and I do hope they multiply. And are well stocked.

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  57. Oh I love the Teddy Bears!! How nice to have them smiling at you as you walk by! Great idea for bringing up people's spirits. It sounds like your community is very caring. I love seeing the kangaroos! And the photo of the diamonds on the water is brilliant!! Thanks so much for sharing! Btw...I had a HOT shower last night! Woooopie! ;)

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    1. Rain: Thank you. A hot shower? That must have been totally blissful. I am so glad to hear it. I hope there are many, many more in your future.

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  58. I love teddy bears. They always have a smile on their faces as if manufacturers must have followed a rule that teddy bears have to have smiles on them.

    I like those little libraries. They make me smile more than teddy bears.

    Have a lovely day.

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    1. lissa: I hadn't thought about it - but you are almost certainly right and bears HAVE to smile. Like you, the libraries always win my heart.

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  59. Thoroughly enjoyed again, thank you so much! The statue 'A Delicate Moment' was very sweet, as were the teddy bears. What a joy it would be to see the kangaroos. I also thought the community pantry was heartwarming. We have community pantries around here too. People everywhere are struggling and it's good to see that there are good people out there helping others when we have so much negativity on the news. Hope all goes well with you over there and that you are keeping safe.

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    1. DeniseinVA: I am glad that you also have community pantries. You are right - we do need to see/hear these stories as an antidote to the doom and the gloom.
      I hope that you and Gregg have a wonderful week.

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  60. Great pictures. I like the community pantry idea. The kangaroo's are always so nice to look at.

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    1. Mary Kirkland: We often go down to the lake for a kangaroo fix - and always smile. A big hooray for the shared pantry idea too.

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  61. Love the idea of a community pantry. Look at those kangaroos!

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    1. Hena Tayeb: Aren't the community pantries great? We love our roos and are glad to see them so close to home.

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  62. You certainly live in a caring community to have stocked community pantries. It must also be lovely to walk to such a peaceful lake and beautiful surroundings. Nothing like it to keep you happy and optimistic.

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    1. Vagabonde: How nice to see you. I am endlessly grateful both to have beauty so close to home and to live in a (mostly) caring community.

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  63. Sue, I hope your week was healthy, safe and filled with sparkle. Loved the photos which highlighted a caring community. Love the idea of a community pantry and i'm a big fan of those little libraries. I'd like to build one in front of our house to house some of the thousands of books i have, lol. Yes, just looking at previous comment. Lovely to see Vagabond. haven't heard from her in awhile.

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    1. Denise Covey: Thank you. I really like little libraries but on the occasions I have contributed I struggled to release any books. Which is so very wrong.
      And isn't it lovely to see Vagabonde out and about in the blogosphere.

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  64. It was fun to see the uniqueness of the Street Library box here ... There are no book boxes on the road like that in my country.

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    1. Himawan Sant: I am please to say that street libraries are quite common here - and always worth a look.

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  65. I love everything but especially the woman with her goose/swan, the pantry and the lil library.
    Hope you are well and filled with energy.
    Hugs

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    1. Sandra Cox: Thank you. I was up very late last night (volunteering) and up very early this morning. I am well, but energyless.
      Stay well, stay safe.

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  66. PS And that Jazz is filled with energy too.

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    1. Sandra Cox: Jazz is asleep at the moment - but given that it is not yet dawn he can be forgiven. Knocking firmly on wood with my fingers crossed he is doing better at the moment.

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  67. Good morning this journey along with you feels like I stepped off the train and touched ground on a day in your world. That statue is something with an added hat and scarf which oddly enough some folks do about here as well. Especially this huge bunny statue in Minneapolis. I think I've shared him before but he's always touched by the mood of the day or month! Stay safe, keep reading and looking forward to more jaunts with you!

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    1. 21 Wits: Many thanks. I always delight in wandering with you and am very glad to be able to reciprocate.

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  68. especially love the last photo

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    1. Linda Starr: I am glad. I expect you could make something like it.

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    1. abasozora: They are indeed kangaroos - relaxed and enjoying the sun.

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    2. Are kangaroos dangerous or like pets? because lately I've seen videos of kangaroos fighting with people, but in my lessons as a child I only explained the origin of kangaroos not giving more specifications

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    3. abasozora: Kangaroos are very rarely dangerous. They are mostly gentle (except to each other). They will sometimes attack people, but have to be provoked.

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  70. What a wonderful collection of photographs, which I enjoyed.

    So pleased that the teddy bear trail continues, they look great and make me smile too :)

    Hope your week is going well.

    All the best Jan

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    1. Lowcarb team member ~Jan: Thank you. I am sure there are other bears I have missed and will keep looking.
      My heart has been reasonable and I hope yours is as least that good.

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  71. wouw i like cute teddy bears, delicate woman statue. I was also enthusiastic to see photos of kangaroos who were take a rest on the grass of the park. the diamond sparkle on the lake on a sunny day.
    Really cheerful summer.
    A great shot.

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    1. Justcherry: Thank you. It is winter here, but regardless of the season these are some of my favourite things.

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  72. Cute roos, I would love to see one in person. Have a good weekend!

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    1. Terri: Thank you. They are cute and we are lucky enough to see them often. Have a wonderful weekend yourself.

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