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Yvonne S @patchoulibliss.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

Beneath the high mound two trees lean with quiet grace— no wind yet they bow, teaching me to stand gently as silence forms the mountain. #japan #zen #photography #zengarden

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Yvonne S @patchoulibliss.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

The artist, Yayoi Kusama has a long-standing personal and artistic connection to pumpkins, which she describes as comforting, humorous, and spiritual. The second photo is my attempt at “art” and it’s called “Woman with Pumpkin”. #photography #photo #japan

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Yvonne S @patchoulibliss.bsky.social · 17/05/2025

Japanese Macaques are the northernmost-living non-human primate in the world They are famous for bathing in hot springs (onsen) during snowy winters. #photo #japan #Nagano

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Yvonne S @patchoulibliss.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

This area was part of the Tōkaidō, the ancient highway connecting Tokyo (then Edo) with Kyoto during the Edo period. Hundreds of towering cryptomeria (Japanese cedar) trees, were planted to protect travellers, over 400 years ago. It was truly humbling. #photo #japan

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Yvonne S @patchoulibliss.bsky.social · 03/05/2025

USS Constellation in Baltimore Harbour. Last sail-only warship left. It served in the Civil War. #usa #baltimore #photo #photography

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Yvonne S @patchoulibliss.bsky.social · 19/04/2025

The shrine on Miyajima is usually so crowded but today, I found a brief moment to take this shot. #photo #photography #japan #hiroshima

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Yvonne S @patchoulibliss.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

The Japanese Black Pine. This one looks as if it’s dancing. #kenrokuen #photography #trees #photo #japan

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Yvonne S @patchoulibliss.bsky.social · 02/04/2025

These are lotus lanterns, commonly found in Buddhist temples. They are often hung from the ceiling and are associated with prayers and wishes for blessings. #photography #korea #lotuslanterns

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Yvonne S @patchoulibliss.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

Shirawakago village in Gifu, Japan resplendent in the early morning sun. #photo #photography #japan

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Yvonne S @patchoulibliss.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

Rothschild's Paphiopedilum. What a name, what an orchid! #flowerphotography #photography #orchid

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Yvonne S @patchoulibliss.bsky.social · 24/02/2025

Some colour and authenticity on the streeta of Panama today. She was so gracious when I asked to take her photo. She is dressed in a Pollera, a traditional dress from Panama, often worn for cultural celebrations and festivals.

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Yvonne S @patchoulibliss.bsky.social · 23/02/2025

The Clay Coloured Thrush. Not as colourful as most of the birds in #costarica but beautiful nevertheless. #thrush #birds #photography

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Yvonne S @patchoulibliss.bsky.social · 22/02/2025

A view from the Monteverde Cloud Forest across to the Pacific Ocean. The skies were so beautiful. #costarica #sky #photography

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Yvonne S @patchoulibliss.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

The Lesser Violetear Hummingbird. Not a perfect shot by any means, but I hope you like it. #hummingbird #bird #photo #birdphotography #costarica

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Yvonne S @patchoulibliss.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

The beautiful, graceful Great White heron. They usually are solitary. #birds #birdphotography #costarica #photography

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Yvonne S @patchoulibliss.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

The boat billed flycatcher waiting for its turn at the mango. #birds #birdphotography #costarica #photography

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Yvonne S @patchoulibliss.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

Look at this vulture. So beautiful. I can’t believe I captured this! #vulture #birdphotography #costarica #photography

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Yvonne S @patchoulibliss.bsky.social · 16/02/2025

The Green Basilisk Lizard. Often called the Jesus Christ Lizzard due to the fact it can run on water. #photography #costarica #lizzard

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Yvonne S @patchoulibliss.bsky.social · 16/02/2025

Good morning #Bluesky ers from the Tortuguero National Park in Costa Rica. #photography #reptiles

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Yvonne S @patchoulibliss.bsky.social · 07/02/2025

Here’s Chippy the sausage, mid yawn. The love of my life. #dogs #sausagedog #dachshund #pet

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Yvonne S @patchoulibliss.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

Not the best quality as taken through glass but I just love the shape of this building near Darling Harbour. #travel #photo #sydney #australia

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Yvonne S @patchoulibliss.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

The Sydney Opera House from under the Harbour Bridge. One of my favourite views. #australia #sydney #photography

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Yvonne S @patchoulibliss.bsky.social · 02/02/2025

Diggers Beach near Coffs Harbour. Early morning reflections as I joined the early swimmers. #australia #photography #nsw #coffsharbour

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Yvonne S @patchoulibliss.bsky.social · 01/02/2025

Emus feature on the Australian coat of arms - chosen to represent a country “moving forward” (Emus don’t move easily backwards). #australia #emu #photography #birds

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Yvonne S @patchoulibliss.bsky.social · 01/02/2025

Spending 30 minutes observing an Emu have an impromptu shower was, by far, the most satisfying thing I did yesterday. #birds #bigbirds #photography

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Yvonne S @patchoulibliss.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

An early morning swim. What a beautiful morning and the Pacific Ocean was warm. #noosa #pacific #photography #photo

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Yvonne S @patchoulibliss.bsky.social · 26/01/2025

It was a little rough in the Coral Sea today as I headed out to the Great Barrier Reef. I swear the catamaran bounced. #photography #photo #travel #australia #farnorthqueensland

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Yvonne S @patchoulibliss.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

It is said that during sunset, the colour of the rock changes each minute. #photography #photo #uluru

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Yvonne S @patchoulibliss.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

Sunrise at Uluru. It’s never easy getting up at 4am but usually worth it! #uluru #australia #photography #photo

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Yvonne S @patchoulibliss.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

Uluru at sunset. I’ve been witnessing this event for 35 years now and it never ceases to amaze me. #uluru #australia #photography #photo

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