A quiet moment In harmony with nature While tourists stroll by
I got an opportunity to visit the Portland Japanese Garden today. The juxtaposition of clean, geometric lines and natural areas was so very calming. The uneven surfaces required a slow pace. Visually and mentally, it created quiet in me, even though there were plenty of people around. And now, at home at my laptop editing and posting the photos I took, I am enjoying a very quiet moment indeed. Thank you, Ritva, for inviting me to share it!
It was a very peaceful and international kind of place – so many different people, speaking different languages, went strolling by. That brought me joy!
It is, although the rains haven’t arrived quite yet and the moss is very thirsty. I’m definitely returning in spring to see it at the peak of bloom and fecundity!
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what a calm and beautiful post, so many stylish, elegant images so well composed. A thoughtful post. Lovely!
Beautiful. I especially like the descending stairs
Thanks, Mary!
Lovely images. Japanese Gardens can be so calming. I love your first image, in monochrome, which depicts such a peaceful moment.
Thanks, Joanne. That peace statue is a gift from the mayor of Hiroshima, I believe.
“In harmony with nature” is the right approach. Beautiful post and photos, Priscilla.
Thanks, Egidio! 🙂
So beautiful and peaceful.
Thanks!
Beautiful images. I can see why editing them brings you to a quiet place.
Thanks, Anne!
Nothing beats a Japanese garden for quiet moments. These are extraordinary!
Thanks, Sofia!
What a lovely place Priscila, and perfect for this week’s challenge.
I really lucked out on the timing of this one!
A perfect place for quiet contemplation – and beautiful photography as usual! Well chosen.
It was a very peaceful and international kind of place – so many different people, speaking different languages, went strolling by. That brought me joy!
oooo! What is it about moss covered anything that brings a softness and tranquility? Nice to see autumn is trickling in too.
It is, although the rains haven’t arrived quite yet and the moss is very thirsty. I’m definitely returning in spring to see it at the peak of bloom and fecundity!