Friday, June 1, 2012

Tranquility


You knew I would show something from Elizabeth Park to illustrate "tranquility," didn't you?  Elizabeth Park has many different gardens. The time for roses and their riotous abundance of color is almost here, but the tranquility of the shade garden has much to recommend it.

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31 comments:

  1. UnknownJune 1, 2012 at 7:08 AM

    How very lovely! Great entry, Jack!

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  2. Cezar and LéiaJune 1, 2012 at 7:23 AM

    A beautiful park with lovely vegetation and a bench!Just my place! :)
    Wonderful choice for the theme day!Well done my friend!
    Léia

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  3. DianneJune 1, 2012 at 7:35 AM

    I just want to go sit on that bench in that tranquil garden Jack .... Beautiful composition.

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  4. VPJune 1, 2012 at 7:46 AM

    A great place for a bench, I like it very much. A very good choice for this Theme Day.

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  5. HalcyonJune 1, 2012 at 8:34 AM

    I knew you were going to show Elizabeth Park. :) As far as I can tell, it's one of the best places in Hartford!
    I love the idea of being memorialized with a bench. The sentiment on this plaque is really nice too.
    Happy theme day!!

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  6. KateJune 1, 2012 at 8:59 AM

    Being surrounded by nature is the best way to feel tranquil. Great memorial plaque, too.

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  7. Luis GomezJune 1, 2012 at 9:06 AM

    Sweet! Very nice Jack!

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  8. brattcatJune 1, 2012 at 9:13 AM

    you've illustrated tranquility so beautifully here.

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  9. MalyssJune 1, 2012 at 9:47 AM

    I like this idea of benches as tributes. Your picture could be a painting, so beautiful!

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  10. Lois EvensenJune 1, 2012 at 9:55 AM

    Tranquility is the perfect title. Lovely place.

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  11. UnknownJune 1, 2012 at 10:23 AM

    Nothing like a park bench to signify tranquility in my opinion. This is such a lovely shot - love the depth of field you've captured.

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  12. Dave-CostaRicaDailyPhoto.comJune 1, 2012 at 10:31 AM

    This is indeed tranquil, but now I have to rush off to work for an extremely un-tranquil day.

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  13. SharonJune 1, 2012 at 11:08 AM

    A perfect choice indeed. There is nothing like a seat in the shade on a fine clear day.

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  14. UnknownJune 1, 2012 at 12:29 PM

    Very lovely spot. I really like the perspective on your first shot.
    Have a wonderful weekend.

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  15. Sylvia KJune 1, 2012 at 12:53 PM

    And that is a portrait of tranquility, Jack! What a lovely place and a superb capture! I could enjoy some tranquil time there, that's for sure! Have a wonderful weekend!

    Sylvia

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  16. RedPatJune 1, 2012 at 1:39 PM

    I remember the shade garden from last year as one of my favourite parts that you showed.
    The bench makes me teary - lovely remembrance!

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  17. jooJune 1, 2012 at 2:13 PM

    Such a lovely tribute! I love this bench!

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  18. jennyfrecklesJune 1, 2012 at 4:13 PM

    Though I've never been to Elizabeth Park I feel as though I know it from your lovely photos. It's perfect for the theme - and appropriate for Britain's Jubilee weekend too!

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  19. cieldequimperJune 1, 2012 at 4:13 PM

    I wonder what my bench would read. Something odd I'm sure.

    I love how you took that first photo. All one needs now is a pillow...

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  20. KarlJune 1, 2012 at 4:51 PM

    Haha... this is really a very tranquil place Jack, good choice for this theme day! ... and with a bench for VP too :-)

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  21. ValerieJune 1, 2012 at 5:36 PM

    Lovely shot Jack - great perspective. Happy weekend.

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  22. Oakland Daily PhotoJune 1, 2012 at 7:38 PM

    Like the angle of the garden shot. Love the bench dedication.

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  23. MichelleJune 1, 2012 at 9:38 PM

    What wonderful words on that bench.

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  24. VirginiaJune 1, 2012 at 10:09 PM

    You nailed it Jack. I"m there with a smile on my face.
    V

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  25. RandyJune 1, 2012 at 11:18 PM

    Looks like a wonderful spot.

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  26. Genie -- Paris and BeyondJune 1, 2012 at 11:31 PM

    I immediately thought of Malyss when I saw the bench... Pure tranquility and the plaque is a wonderful tribute.

    Bises,
    Genie

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  27. Valladolid Daily PhotoJune 2, 2012 at 9:34 AM

    The plaque is very emotional. Well done, take care!

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  28. PerthDailyPhotoJune 2, 2012 at 11:22 AM

    I too love the angle on your first image Jack and immediately thought how much VP and Malyss would adore this second shot. Wonderful images for today's theme.

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  29. RobertNJune 3, 2012 at 5:21 AM

    Wonderful post! Greetings from Brasov!

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  30. LE CHEMIN DES GRANDS JARDINSJune 5, 2012 at 5:10 AM

    C'est vrai, ce parc, vu d'ici, me paraît accueillant et apaisant.

    Bravo

    Roger

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  31. SRQJune 6, 2012 at 12:35 PM

    Yes -- this is a nice image to portray tranquility. Hope all's tranquil in your world!

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