
Guardian lions were believed to have substantial protective powers and traditionally stood in front of Chinese palaces, government buildings and the homes of the wealthy, dating back 2000 years. They were placed in pairs, a male with a paw on a globe, representing the world, and a female with a paw on a lion cub (the cycle of life). They’ve changed some over the years, and across cultures.
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A quick visit to a perennial flower garden with camera, tripod and a good macro lens can easily turn into an hourlong reverie. On this early evening, hummingbirds were visiting.
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Lilacs were very much in bloom throughout most of VT last weekend; this is the west side of an 18th century house that the first governor of VT, Thomas Chittenden, once lived in.
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Looking towards the back porch, ocean side, of a summer cottage, ready to go for the season (see earlier posts – Offseason I and II).
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