This month I am combining my Thursday’s Special event with the #photo101 assignment for that day. I will be happy, if you join me. Remember, for my event you can come up with your own special theme.
There you can also read what I think of their choice of the theme for today. I committed to do it, to post every day and to combine it with my event. I apologise to everybody who might get frustrated while looking for something swarmy to post today.
Thanks a lot. I wrote on Commons platform what I think of today’s theme. Yours was the only entry I could see, other links don’t work for me from work. Despite the fact that I was equipped for the swarm, I had to say there what I think of this theme for today.
Seen it, thanks. Those are nice saves, and it must sound odd that I am the one to object cause my post is within the theme, but I need to point out when I see something I do not find right. I said it all there and will not repeat myself. Language/words are my domain and I have a say. I bet that Miss Cheri will not reply!
It’s amazing how they do this, isn’t it? I read the reasons why somewhere but I can’t quite remember. Nicely building drama to the music, too. Happy Thursday, Paula! 🙂
Thank you, Sophia. I know you understand. Our health care system is very slow here. I will do some bloodwork privately tomorrow, and then see what’s next. Hugs (they never replied to you! Those idiots)
😆 they want people to suck.up to them. I’ll copy now for you the comment I.left them on Commons today about swarm. Here: ” Before I address anybody in my critique about the choice of today’s theme (though it seems that the participants are OK with it) I would like to know who stands behind it Cheri or Michelle. I have a limited access to this platform at the moment. The shot of bikers is a lucky find and it works well for swarm. However, when proposing a theme for the challenge one must think outside their own shots and take others into consideration. You want beginner photographers (photo 101!!!) encouraged, not frustrated. Also I hope that when you set a theme you would like people to give something that should fit the theme. You also said a group of inanimate objects is fine too (but they have to suggest swarm) – why don’t make everybody’s life easier and more fair and call it multitude????”
Well said Paula and it’s a good thing then that I never registered. I don’t suck up to anyone and well, most know it. I am honest but they won’t like my honesty. 😆
Nope, Cardinal tried to convince me it is OK; a lady blogger from India said I was.right. Neither of the initiators answered and no other members commented on my comment. You know what I think- most people are superficial or stupid or just don’t care.
Oh my. That doesn’t sound at all like fun for you, especially if you’re feeling the way you do hon. Things like that is just not worth it and they’re not worth that you upset yourself over their stupidity and self-importance. You are way better than they are and so is your stunning photography. ♥
The reason why I entered it was to meet other bloggers interested in photography and to widen my horizons. I never expected to learn anything in their “course”.
hahahahah! I know what you mean and I learned that lesson very well too. That’s when I decided that I’ll make photography fun and not a competition. I don’t ask anyone for an opinion and don’t want any because it is what I enjoy. It’s a hobby and there are lots of websites on the internet where you can learn without having to suck up to anyone or being critisized. This is one of the best of the lot: http://digital-photography-school.com/
Oh my dear! Do you need a nurture from the southern hemisphere? May the fever head off into outer space soon. I can understand your irritations. Can’t you uncommit? Challenges are obviously challenging in more ways than one.
I’m so glad you were born! You’ve given me huge pleasure, and I’m sorry you’ve been so disappointed. You’ve trained me out of superficiality (I hope) by asking for conversation. And you always respond beautifully.
🙂 Don’t say that, Tish. I really appreciate your entry Tish and I love the photo 🙂 It has moodiness in it and great light reflected on buildings. Thank you so much.
I like your blog and your Thursday special. My entry is in the nature vein too. I hope to regularly contribute here. Thanks for a fun challenge, (liberating as well)
It is fairly mild today, most of the snow we had is now gone. I’m not looking forward to another winter, i don’t get out too much with my camera when it gets too cold.
I’m doing better now (have had hand problems). I am glad to hear you had fun travelling Ron. November was busy here with photo101 challenge ;). I have some posts I am proud of 😀 (warm, nature, glass, landscape, triumph ;))
Oh, that doesnt sound good, computer work related? Glad its going better!
Thanks for pointing out the ´proud´ ones, i like landscape, elegance a lot, triumph is well done and funny too 😉
Thanks a bunch for checking them out Ron 🙂 Yes, the hand is all computer-related. When I am being spared at work and acting sensibly it is manageable. Thank you.
Great shot for swarm. This could be a poster for the film the Birds. Here is my special: http://travelwithintent.com/2014/11/20/we-live-in-financial-times-madrid/
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Debbie is right, it could have been a poster for the Hitchcock movie.
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Thank you very much Debbie. This is a lovely photo. I like it a lot and I appreciate that you have linked it with my event.
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Nice swarm photo Paula. A different kind of swarm than my photo from the big city! (but in big cities, they have their own perceptions of the term swarm). http://artishorseshit.wordpress.com/2014/11/20/the-big-city/
I really like the tones in your photo.
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Thanks a lot. I wrote on Commons platform what I think of today’s theme. Yours was the only entry I could see, other links don’t work for me from work. Despite the fact that I was equipped for the swarm, I had to say there what I think of this theme for today.
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I read your thoughts there and wrote a comment.
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Seen it, thanks. Those are nice saves, and it must sound odd that I am the one to object cause my post is within the theme, but I need to point out when I see something I do not find right. I said it all there and will not repeat myself. Language/words are my domain and I have a say. I bet that Miss Cheri will not reply!
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It’s amazing how they do this, isn’t it? I read the reasons why somewhere but I can’t quite remember. Nicely building drama to the music, too. Happy Thursday, Paula! 🙂
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Thank you, Jo. Happy Thursday!
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Great shot Paula. Looks and sounds like it’s the start of some great horror book or movie. 😆
♥
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You are special, Sophia, thank you.
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Thank you, Sophia. I know you understand. Our health care system is very slow here. I will do some bloodwork privately tomorrow, and then see what’s next. Hugs (they never replied to you! Those idiots)
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You’re welcome hon and I do understand. That is not good to hear and I do hope they get the problem and that you will be 110% healthy in no time. 😀
Nope, I am just being ignored. Guess they’re way too important to give poor, little me access to their blog. Now they can shove it. 😆
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You should see the “quality” of participants’ work 😀
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Where? At the Commons? 😆
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Yup. 😆
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Maybe that’s why I am being refused ‘entry’. Mine won’t be good or grand enough. 😆
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😆 they want people to suck.up to them. I’ll copy now for you the comment I.left them on Commons today about swarm. Here: ” Before I address anybody in my critique about the choice of today’s theme (though it seems that the participants are OK with it) I would like to know who stands behind it Cheri or Michelle. I have a limited access to this platform at the moment. The shot of bikers is a lucky find and it works well for swarm. However, when proposing a theme for the challenge one must think outside their own shots and take others into consideration. You want beginner photographers (photo 101!!!) encouraged, not frustrated. Also I hope that when you set a theme you would like people to give something that should fit the theme. You also said a group of inanimate objects is fine too (but they have to suggest swarm) – why don’t make everybody’s life easier and more fair and call it multitude????”
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Well said Paula and it’s a good thing then that I never registered. I don’t suck up to anyone and well, most know it. I am honest but they won’t like my honesty. 😆
So, you ever got an answer back?
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Nope, Cardinal tried to convince me it is OK; a lady blogger from India said I was.right. Neither of the initiators answered and no other members commented on my comment. You know what I think- most people are superficial or stupid or just don’t care.
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Oh my. That doesn’t sound at all like fun for you, especially if you’re feeling the way you do hon. Things like that is just not worth it and they’re not worth that you upset yourself over their stupidity and self-importance. You are way better than they are and so is your stunning photography. ♥
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I don’t think that I am better than some orher bloggers, but sucking up.and “teaming” with the WP team is bellow me 😀
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It should be. What makes them so important that you have to suck up to them or anyone else hon?
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🙂
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The reason why I entered it was to meet other bloggers interested in photography and to widen my horizons. I never expected to learn anything in their “course”.
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hahahahah! I know what you mean and I learned that lesson very well too. That’s when I decided that I’ll make photography fun and not a competition. I don’t ask anyone for an opinion and don’t want any because it is what I enjoy. It’s a hobby and there are lots of websites on the internet where you can learn without having to suck up to anyone or being critisized. This is one of the best of the lot: http://digital-photography-school.com/
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I will check it out later. Thanks hon
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Oh my dear! Do you need a nurture from the southern hemisphere? May the fever head off into outer space soon. I can understand your irritations. Can’t you uncommit? Challenges are obviously challenging in more ways than one.
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Meg, you are very sweet to care.
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I’m so glad you were born! You’ve given me huge pleasure, and I’m sorry you’ve been so disappointed. You’ve trained me out of superficiality (I hope) by asking for conversation. And you always respond beautifully.
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I, too, love the moodiness of this shot, Paula. And yes, as Jo said, the music is just right.
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I feel I can provide the background score to this lovely image 😉 Eerie sounds, hooting and the kinds 😀
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It is provided already.
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just joking 😀
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Que c’est beau! Ces couleurs!! C’est oppressant, comme dans les oiseaux de Hitckok!! Bravo!
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Grand merci, Guilhem. Tu as vu ce que j’ai ecrit dans les “commons” a propos de ce sujet?
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Here’s my swarm, Paula. A bit of a copy cat: http://wp.me/pKVAM-12G
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🙂 Don’t say that, Tish. I really appreciate your entry Tish and I love the photo 🙂 It has moodiness in it and great light reflected on buildings. Thank you so much.
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amazing photo.
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A very atmospheric photo, along with your music, Paula. I’d be careful where you stepped with all those birds around. 🙂
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It’s good luck when they poop on your head.
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I’ve heard that. I haven’t seen it proved. 🙂
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It’s no biggy… I’ve lived through it a couple of times 😀
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Excellent shot for the theme and I got inspired to post for this challenge too… 🙂
Let me post an image similar to this 🙂 Copy Right not violated 🙂
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Cara Paula, mi lasci senza parole…
Stupendo!
Pero’ curati!!
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Grazie.
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brilliant photo 🙂
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A wonderful shot Paula. Perfect for the theme.
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Very kind of you to comment. I objected to their theme- it is not feasible for a lot of people esp. on a daily notice.
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I like the green-grey tones that you applied to this.
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Thank you for telling me, Allan. I thought the scene needed it.
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Great music playing to your swarm, Paula. I do hope you’re feeling better soon.
*KLEM*, Dina (feeling a little aaaiii herself …)
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Takk Dina. I like the score too. Take care.
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I see others have said this but my immediate reaction was memories of Alfred Hitchcock’s film. A powerful image Paula.
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Your photo is perfect for swarm. It took some thought, and a stretch, to find a photo of mine that would work. Well, it works for me anyway. Here’s my contribution:
http://patriciasplace.me/2014/11/20/thursdays-special-watching-the-swarm/
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Wow, that’s such an amazing image, Paula. Love the music too. 🙂
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I like your blog and your Thursday special. My entry is in the nature vein too. I hope to regularly contribute here. Thanks for a fun challenge, (liberating as well)
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I have included the link here: http://forestwoodfolkart.wordpress.com/2014/11/21/thursday-special-swarm/
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Really enjoyed the strength and structure with the life swirling around it.
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Great shots…
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Great shot! Shades of Alfred Hitchcock! 😉
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So, I’ve been told 😀 Thanks, Linda 🙂
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Excellent photo & as a few have commented it has the feel of an Alfred Hitchcock movie.
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🙂 happy you like it too, Mark. How are things over there? How cold is it?
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It is fairly mild today, most of the snow we had is now gone. I’m not looking forward to another winter, i don’t get out too much with my camera when it gets too cold.
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Paula, sembra una foto scattata su set di The Birds di Hitchcock 🙂
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🙂 🙂 Grazie Renzo. Anche i altri dicono lo stesso.
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lo sappiamo tutti che hai agganci con Hollywood 🙂
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😀 😉
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devo dire che questo tuo lato un po’ dark delle tue foto mi piace
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C’e molto dark nelle mie foto 🙂
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questa tua foto la vedrei quasi come copertina di un album dei Black Heart Procession, uno dei miei gruppi musicali preferiti.
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Si, conozco il gruppo grazie a te 😀
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comunque è come se quegli uccelli fossero disturbati da qualche presenza invisibile
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Si, hai raggione Renzo. Io non ho possuto vedere il problema – erano piccioni credo, nel comune di Monteriggioni.
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Dai non è detto che sia una presenza del tutto sinistra :-)… in fondo tra quelle nuvole c’è qualche barlume di sole 🙂
Paula ti auguro una buona giornata… a presto!
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Anche a te caro Renzo, buona serrata – 🙂 Mi racommando.
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Perfect music for this spooky shot Paula! Love both! 🙂
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A wonderful image paired with a terrific music. Cinematic!
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🙂 Many thanks Elena 🙂
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Wow, you´ve been very busy and added some great shots, like the scary dark feel to this one a lot!
Hope all is great with you?
Greetings, Ron
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I’m doing better now (have had hand problems). I am glad to hear you had fun travelling Ron. November was busy here with photo101 challenge ;). I have some posts I am proud of 😀 (warm, nature, glass, landscape, triumph ;))
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Oh, that doesnt sound good, computer work related? Glad its going better!
Thanks for pointing out the ´proud´ ones, i like landscape, elegance a lot, triumph is well done and funny too 😉
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Thanks a bunch for checking them out Ron 🙂 Yes, the hand is all computer-related. When I am being spared at work and acting sensibly it is manageable. Thank you.
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That sucks, take care of it before it takes care of you, good luck and enjoy the weekend!
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“Superbe” ambiance ! 🙂
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