Monday 11 November 2013

Beauty and Violence

Cant help but think about the people of the Philippines today - we can talk about beauty, but there is also violence in nature.  Its not malicious violence, but it's violence none the less.

This picture clearly does not show anything really destructive - but it feels a little more appropriate today.

Wave at Phillip Island.
You can find more pictures from around the world at Our World Tuesday.

SM
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28 comments:

  1. Irma11 November 2013 at 20:26

    Beautiful picture Stewart, fortunately the waves are not as high as in the Philippines.
    Greetings Irma

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  2. Our photos11 November 2013 at 20:39

    Beautiful photo!
    Monday greetings, RW & SK

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  3. Anonymous11 November 2013 at 20:44

    Wat een geweldig mooi moment heb je hier te pakken Stewart

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  4. eileeninmd11 November 2013 at 23:28


    Beautiful scene and photo, Stewart. It seems lately the weather has been violent. My prayers go out to the people of the Philippines. Enjoy your week ahead!

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  5. Optimistic Existentialist11 November 2013 at 23:47

    Yes nature can be beautiful and incredibly violent at the same time. My thoughts are with those in the Philippines...

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  6. Anonymous12 November 2013 at 01:00

    So true ~ Mother Nature is to be respected ~ Great shot ~ thanks for visiting also ~ carol, xxx

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  7. TexWisGirl12 November 2013 at 01:13

    truly a tragic event.

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  8. Ileana12 November 2013 at 02:00

    Great shot!
    Have a nice evening!

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  9. John @ Beans and I on the Loose12 November 2013 at 02:28

    If I were young again it would be fun to stand beneath the spray of that wave. No interest in doing that now.

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  10. Sylvia K12 November 2013 at 02:54

    A beautiful, awesome photo, Stewart!! I'd rather not get caught in some of the storms I've been reading about, but this proved there is even beauty in storms! Have a great week!

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  11. Lynn12 November 2013 at 04:59

    how right you are, we watched an in depth report last evening, it is difficult to imagine even after watching the footage. This is a lovely no beautiful photo.

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  12. Margaret Birding For Pleasure12 November 2013 at 05:53

    HI Stewart Yes the dvastation in the Philippines is terribe. Nature will have her way.

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  13. Carole M.12 November 2013 at 06:51

    yes Stewart, Mother Nature and her wrath has caused such tragedy and losses

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  14. Unknown12 November 2013 at 06:53

    Now that is my kind of shot.The nature surrounded by the motion. Great image. Thank you for sharing.

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  15. Montanagirl12 November 2013 at 07:04

    Super photo! That's an impressive wave!

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  16. Nonnie12 November 2013 at 07:26

    All over the globe we're seeing nature having her way. Lots of similar events here in the US as well. Poor New Jersey had a super storm a few months ago. Then when its Boardwalk was ready for summer, a huge fire demolished what had been accomplished in rebuilding the boardwalk.

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  17. Fun6012 November 2013 at 07:27

    Yet another devastating tragedy. You are so right. Whilst we love to capture that strong wind whipping up the waves we have no idea how it is for others and the suffering they are presently going through.

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  18. Sallie (FullTime-Life)12 November 2013 at 08:38

    The devastation is almost unbelievable .. thank you for honoring the people of the Philippines with your picture and well-chosen words.

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  19. DIMI12 November 2013 at 09:40

    Hallo Stewart!
    I saw on TV about the Philippines.
    So sad.Beautiful picture!
    Have a nice day!
    Dimi...

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  20. Laura12 November 2013 at 10:05

    your photo is so appropriate Stewart… been praying for the survivors and rescue workers… made a donation… praying, praying for healing over time.

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  21. Cynthia12 November 2013 at 10:52

    One feels so helpless when you see the suffering and pleas for help. I'm intrigued by the wave you caught and the great calmness of the rest of the sea around.

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  22. Kusum12 November 2013 at 13:51

    Wow! Great shot! Thats pretty high!

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  23. Anonymous12 November 2013 at 17:39

    An amazing shot showing the power of nature.

    My heart goes out to those in the wake of the terrible hurricane

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  24. Valerie12 November 2013 at 20:02

    Well spotted Stewart - good anticipation or reaction! Joining others in compassionate prayer for those in the midst of the terror.

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  25. Christian Perrin12 November 2013 at 22:56

    Beautiful shot and strange in that the rest of the sea looks so calm and tranquil. Nature's violence can be unexpected!

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  26. Unknown12 November 2013 at 22:56

    Amazing picture! Looks like an explosion! I am also reminded of fisherman being washed from rocks.

    I'm trying to picture where on the Island this is! It's good to know there are more places to explore!

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  27. amanda13 November 2013 at 17:15

    Great shot, Stewart, and thoughtful post.
    Wishing you gentle winds as you go about your day.

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  28. Yanie Gonzales31 December 2013 at 00:15

    It is my island. Philippines.
    The country is consisted of
    7107 islands and islets.
    Thanks Nature speaks for itself, i just hope people will learn to preserve things... God bless

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