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What do you want from me? =/= Was willst du denn von mir? 👹🍣🎎 Wonderful Japan ENG-GER

maxinpower — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 09:43:57 GMT

A few days ago, I had a somewhat unpleasant encounter of a different kind. I was in a small park, sitting on a bench, and wanted to get comfortable. When I stretched out my arms and rested them on the back of the bench, I suddenly felt a slight pain and at first thought I’d gotten a splinter. Then the spot suddenly turned really red and started to hurt more and more.

When I took a closer look, I found this little insect sitting there, which must have been the culprit. It looked like a small caterpillar, and unfortunately, my photos weren’t clear enough to identify it more precisely later on.

It might have been something like a processionary moth larvae, which apparently also exist in Japan, but in hindsight, it’s impossible to say for sure.

Fortunately, the red spots and the pain went away relatively quickly. But looking back, this shows once again that even in a small, nice park, you should look carefully at where you sit or lie down. Nature is full of the wildest surprises, and not all of them are welcome or desired.

Especially in the near future, I’ll probably keep my eyes open when I’m out and about. Who knows what else is waiting for me out there...

DEUTSCH

Vor ein paar Tagen hatte ich eine etwas unangenehmere Begegnung der anderen Art. Ich war in einem kleinen Parkund hatte mich auf eine Park gesetzt und wollte es mir dort gemütlich machen. Als ich dann meine Arme ausgestreckt und auf die Lehne gelegt hatte, spürte ich auf einmal einen leichten Schmerz und hatte erst gedacht, dass ich mir einen Splitter eingefangen hatte. Die Stelle wurde dann auf einmal so richtig rot und schmerzte immer mehr.

Als ich dann genau hingeschaut habe, habe ich auf der Banklehne dieses kleine Insekt gefunden, welches wohl der Übeltäter gewesen war. Es sah aus wie eine kleine Raupe, und leider waren meine Fotos nicht scharf genug, um es später genauer zu indentifizieren.

Möglicherweise war es so etwas wie ein Prozessionsspinner, die es wohl auch in Japan gibt, aber im Nachhinein lässt sich das nun nicht mehr genau herausfinden.

Glücklicherweise sind die rote Flecken und auch die Schmerzen dann relativ schnell verschwunden. Aber im Nachhinein zeigt das mal wieder, dass man auch in einem kleinen schicken Park genau hinschauen sollte, wo man sich hinsetzt oder auch hinlegt. In der Natur lauern die tollsten Überraschungen, und nicht alle sind gewollt und gewünscht.

Gerade in der nächsten Zeit werde ich wohl gut meine Augen aufmachen, wenn ich draußen unterwegs bin. Wer weiß, was mich da noch so alles erwartet...

Night autumn architectural scenes

evildeathcore — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:58:42 GMT

Autumn, like any other season and manifestation of nature, I always shoot both during the day and at night. Every time it seems like there’s nothing left to find, and everything has already been shot and re‑shot a hundred times. But each time, I somehow manage to find something that’s different from previous years.

And, besides, spaces tend to change...especially in the last couple of years.
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The AI, during our conversation, gave me a lot of advice on photography.
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For the most part, this is all stuff I’ve been using for a long time: long exposures, years of observing the same places, and attention to detail.
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But there were also pieces of advice that I had also heard about, but didn’t take seriously: the grain is like the texture of reality...that is, you shouldn’t be afraid of loud noise, because it is proof of presence.
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The natural boundaries of light are what I once called the struggle between cold and warm tones in nighttime courtyard photography. But now it’s difficult: there are no “warm” lamps left due to the widespread adoption of white LED lights.
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There was also advice about a powerful telephoto lens and compressing space...we know, we use, we practice.
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The only thing that interested me was the “shadow of intention” — this is about sports, where the focus is on capturing the preliminary moment, the pre‑phase, when the action is still in the intention phase.

Between Sky, Earth and Sea

nadjette — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:36:33 GMT

Hi everyone,

This landscape offers a magnificent view of large, misty mountains stretching majestically in the distance. Lower down, lush green hills overlook villages facing the sea, creating a natural and peaceful setting, a true haven of peace.

Have a nice day.

[ENG-SPN] Tera: A Village Worthy of a Novel / Tera: El Pueblo que Merece una Novela

juancar347 — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 19:25:09 GMT

If I were to write a work of fiction set in one of the many picturesque villages within that "Celtiberian heartland" that is Soria, I would find in Tera the perfect settings, stories, and rich anecdotes—all without having to overly coerce that cantankerous stepmother known as creativity. Nestled in a valley watered by the Tera and Razón rivers—and, administratively speaking, sometimes considered part of the Tierras Altas (Highlands), a region where mystery also finds fertile ground—Tera stands out as a key promoter of the local sweet butter, a true delicacy. And now, with the arrival of the chestnut season, we have yet another exquisite treat to savor while reflecting on the local delights, mysteries, and traditions.

These mysteries and traditions are perhaps best introduced through the memory of one of Spain’s oldest monasteries: Santa María de Tera. While its exact original location remains entirely unknown, some of its ornamental details have survived—repurposed as building material within the walls of several village houses, including the grand manor that once served as the palace of the Marquises of Vadillo. The parish church, originally Romanesque in style, though significantly altered over the centuries, losing some of the harmonious balance characteristic of later architectural periods—still holds secrets. These remnants invite us to contemplate the mysterious cultures that inhabited this unique landscape long before the arrival of the Celtiberians.

In this same vein, a fragment of an ancient menhir survives; much like the stones from the vanished monastery of Santa María, it was repurposed as fill within the church’s interior. Though the craftsmanship is rustic, the symbolism carved into the canecillos (corbels) remains remarkably faithful to the original narrative—a narrative that transformed the Romanesque style into perhaps the most extraordinary marketing campaign in history. The persistence of myths rooted in ancient Celtic culture—such as those involving nymphs or "ladies of the water"—lies at the heart of age-old legends surrounding the deepest pools along the Tera and Razón rivers. Add to this the existence of abandoned settlements like Estepa de Tera; the presence of the relics of Saint Constance in a chapel adjoining the aforementioned palace of the Marquises of Vadillo; and the endurance of local traditions—such as the custom of tossing a newcomer into the village fountain (the pilón) if they fail to properly fulfill their obligations to the community—and you have more than enough to transform even the casual visitor into an engaged traveler, ready to enjoy an experience where both quality and adventure are guaranteed.

Si tuviera que escribir una obra fantástica, ambientada en alguno de los múltiples y pintorescos pueblos de esa Celtiberia Nuclear que es Soria, tendría, en Tera, los escenarios, las historias y las anécdotas más suculentas para llevarlo a cabo sin forzar en exceso esa gruñona madrastra que es la creatividad. Situada en un valle bañado por los ríos Tera y Razón y a veces, administrativamente hablando, formando parte de ese otro núcleo donde el misterio posee también un espectacular abono, las Tierras Altas, el gourmet de la mantequilla dulce tiene en Tera uno de sus principales promotores. Y ahora, que, además, va siendo tiempo de castañas, otro suculento manjar para meditar sobre las delicias del lugar, sus misterios y sus tradiciones.

Unos misterios y unas tradiciones, cuya mejor carta de presentación puede ser el recuerdo de uno de los monasterios más antiguos de España, el de Santa María de Tera, del que se desconoce por completo donde estuvo realmente ubicado, pero del que se conservan, al parecer, algunos detalles ornamentales que actualmente se pueden ver reutilizados como relleno en algunas casas del pueblo, incluido esa casona que fuera el antiguo palacio de los Marqueses de Vadillo. Pero la iglesia parroquial, de primitiva factura románica y ciertamente, muy modificada con el paso de los años y esa pérdida de equilibrio que caracteriza a algunos estilos posteriores, conserva algunos secretos, cuya visión induce a pensar en esas misteriosas culturas, que, incluso antes de los celtíberos, estuvieron asentadas en este peculiar entorno.

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A Walk Round Foolow Park (The Graveyard Was Better)

ellenripley — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:03:54 GMT

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I went for a walk round Foolow Park today, which sits right next to a local cemetery. I love a foggy morning, so I was hoping for some mist, but sadly it had disappeared by the time I actually started walking.

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I drove up the drive towards the site, which is quite long and lined with impressive tall trees on both sides.

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Right on the drive there is a small mini roundabout with a lovely tree sitting in the middle. It has brilliant orange and yellow leaves on show, which makes a bright splash of colour right in the centre of the road.

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To be honest, the park was not quite as good as what I thought it would be, but it is not a place I have ever been to before. It is a quiet green space tucked away near the local houses, but it is fairly small. The main field is mostly open grass with a single large tree standing in the middle and hedges around the edges.

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There is a small play area including a stepping bridge made of log ropes, for children, but overall the park felt a bit ordinary. It seems mainly useful for local dog walkers or as a short cut through to the nearby streets.

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That said, the graveyard right next door was actually really nice and made the trip worth it. Walking through the green metal gate into the cemetery, the whole atmosphere feels very peaceful.

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Rows of polished headstones stretch across the well kept lawn, with a quiet section nearby dedicated to resting places for ashes under the trees.

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It is a simple walk overall. While Foolow Park itself was not up to much, the cemetery next door is a lovely, quiet spot to enjoy the autumn scenery.

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Un Día Para Visitar a mi Madre en el Cementerio😞🙏

petrarodriguez — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 01:24:27 GMT

Visiting my mother’s grave at the cemetery 🙏

[ENG-SPN] Andaluz and the Shadow of the Templars / Andaluz y la sombra del Temple

juancar347 — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:14:57 GMT

Its convenient location—roughly halfway between the city of Soria and the legendary town and territory of Berlanga—made Andaluz one of the most strategic points along the powerful Duero frontier. This frontier gradually receded as Christian armies advanced, reclaiming territory. Furthermore, the name "Andaluz" has given rise to various theories regarding its origins; the most plausible suggests it was settled by Mozarabs—Christians who lived under Muslim rule—arriving from the Caliphate of Córdoba.

The traditions of this place are linked to two opposing warriors: the Muslim leader Almanzor and Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar, known as "El Cid." An ancient bridge here allowed them to cross the Duero River—a crossing that likely also served as a toll point. These historical associations have endowed Andaluz with a wealth of legends and traditions. Beyond the supernatural tales—such as those of restless spirits or the sound of galloping horses heard on foggy nights, once recounted by elders beside a warm hearth—there are also stories of hidden treasure in the surrounding area, which fueled the imagination and filled the pages of old almanacs with tales of feverish searches.
Andaluz also boasts an impressive 12th-century Romanesque church dedicated to Saint Michael the Archangel. The town’s former inhabitants believed this celestial champion protected both the village and the bridge over the Duero.

The church is notable, among other features, for the height and grandeur of its tower. It also displays numerous crosses pattéemost notably on funerary steels embedded in its walls—which have led some to theorize that the Knights Templar were once present in the area. Regardless of whether this circumstance might have occurred—given the village’s strategic location—the church was nonetheless consecrated in 1114, four or five years after the founding of the Order in the Holy Land. Furthermore, an inscription, though it reveals little or nothing of real substance—provides the name of the Magister Muro, or master mason, who built it: Subpirianus, or Ansur Pirianus.

Su oportuna situación, a mitad de camino, aproximadamente, de Soria capital y esa legendaria Tierra y Villa de Berlanga, hacen de él, no sólo uno de los lugares más estratégicos de aquella poderosa frontera del Duero que fue mermando a medida que los ejércitos cristianos iban profundizando en la recuperación de territorios, sino que, además, su nombre, Andaluz, ha dado origen a multitud de propuestas, de las cuales, seguramente la más acertada sea aquella que incida en repobladores de origen mozárabe y procedentes de aquella otra España califal dependiente de Córdoba.

Lugar cuyas tradiciones también conocieron el paso de dos guerreros antagónicos, como fueron el caudillo musulmán Almanzor y Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar, el Cid Campeador, así como el antiguo puente que les permitía franquear el paso del Duero y posiblemente, beneficiarse, además, del cobro del correspondiente portazgo han hecho de Andaluz un pueblo con espléndidas leyendas y tradiciones, donde, aparte de las historias sobrenaturales sobre ánimas y el galope de caballos que lo cruzaban en noches de niebla y que los abuelos solían contar junto al grato fuego del hogar, también hay tradiciones de tesoros escondidos por los alrededores, que animaron la fantasía, proveyendo de febril actividad lo antiguos almanaques.

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Jasmine Flowers

nadjette — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:08:42 GMT

Hi everyone,

After the rain, the jasmine flowers come back to life and bloom under the sun, bringing freshness to the garden.

Best regards.

Spooky Cosplay

mmckinneyphoto13 — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:03:03 GMT

It's the time of year when it's good to get a little spooky. I think Halloween is essentially celebrated the whole month of October. Maybe it should be every day; we could all dress up and find a new costume each day of the week or simply find one that we are comfortable being. This is a collection of the somes of the spookier themed cosplays that I have encountered over the years.

Fall and questions

evildeathcore — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 07:21:36 GMT

I took a vacation after almost ten years – I didn’t post anything for about two weeks. The photo links are loading with varying success due to problems with VK.

Because of all this, I have no desire to do anything related to running a blog.
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The only thing is that there is always an unquenchable desire to create beautiful pictures.
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I think I did a very decent job this autumn.
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It’s just that showing all this as...I don't know.
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I learned a lot of interesting things while chatting with AI... and I should write about that too.

In general, if everything works more or less steadily, I’ll try to get back to my usual routine of posting one per day.

If I don’t get back on track, I’ll write as I can, or I’ll stop altogether.

I don’t want to abandon this long‑term diary, but it gets harder to keep it each time.
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