Through the Lens Week 62

'Pearls don't lie on the seashore. If you want one you must dive for it.' ~ Chinese Proverb


We are sharing and linking to these creative bloggers:

Sky Watch Friday and Saturday Critters and Camera Critters ~ Hope you enjoy them all.



As the season begins more and more ships and pleasure boats are in Cape Ann Habor MA
for Blue Monday





'Motif #1' ~ famous landmark in Rockport MA ~ town over from us.

Took this photo from the Sandy Bay Yacht Club a real sweet landmark itself.





The manner in which these trees were growing  fascinated me

For Black and White Wednesday





'D' for Decoration for Alphabe Thursday ~

Do you believe this bizarre yard decoration ~ Scary!





Haiku for you and Haiku My Heart Friday.





Majestic sky accompanied us on our walk on Cape Ann MA for Sky Watch Friday.



I believe this is an egret on Cape Ann MA
for Saturday Critter and Camera Critters



Saving the 'best' for last ~ She is probably thinking 'I would love to be 'off leash' to run





We are wishing you the best in each day. xo


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Comments

  1. Yamini MacLeanJune 7, 2015 at 5:21 PM

    Hari OM
    Outstanding selection!!! - though 'wolfie' is a conundrum... YAM xx

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  2. UnknownJune 8, 2015 at 6:21 AM

    Lovely photos! Your assistant is definitely the best. She's so cute. Have a great week, Carol!

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  3. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasJune 8, 2015 at 8:51 AM

    Beautiful photos!! Thanks so much for visiting!!

    Hugs,
    Deb

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  4. DougPhoto2009June 8, 2015 at 9:04 AM

    Splendid tour of Cape Ann. Thanks for sharing.

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  5. SmilingSallyJune 8, 2015 at 9:36 AM

    Hi Carol,

    I've missed you! Your pup is the cutest thing; keep her on that leash or the decorative "thing" will get her!

    Have a Beautiful Blue Monday!

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  6. Phil SladeJune 8, 2015 at 3:26 PM

    Yes the last is definitely the best. I'm not sure about wolfie decorating nature's palette though.

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  7. Penelope PostcardsJune 8, 2015 at 3:27 PM

    Wow … for a second I thought that yard decoration was real. Your pet is so much more cuddly … I would rather see a sculpture of Artmuse Dog there!

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  8. Sallie (FullTime-Life)June 8, 2015 at 3:32 PM

    Loved the post. Not sure I'd want to know the people who decorate their yard with a snarling wolf, but everything else is beautiful, beautiful, beautiful! Summer at the shore! Life is good.

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  9. ElaJune 8, 2015 at 3:36 PM

    It's always nice to visit your blog ! Wonderful pictures !
    Greetings

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  10. EG CameraGirlJune 8, 2015 at 4:10 PM

    Nice to see Motif #1 still in such good repair! The wolf is likely there to keep certain pesky critters away. I wonder if it works. Zoe is so cute!

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  11. eileeninmdJune 8, 2015 at 4:13 PM

    Lovely images from your world. The yard art is scary looking! I love the egret and your cute pup! Have a happy week ahead!

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  12. Lisa at GreenbowJune 8, 2015 at 4:14 PM

    I am sure your Muse would love to chase that Great Egret. Lovely shots.

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  13. A Colorful WorldJune 8, 2015 at 4:32 PM

    Wonderful ship for Blue Monday! Love all the photos!

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  14. colleenJune 8, 2015 at 6:16 PM

    I was going to say the barn looks like one I know from Rockport ...and then read that it actually is. I don't like the scary yard wolf.

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  15. AnonymousJune 8, 2015 at 6:36 PM

    Wonderful images.

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  16. mickJune 8, 2015 at 6:51 PM

    Great photos and beautiful scenery - except for that bizarre yard decoration!?! I especially like the white egret with all those shades of green around it - water, vegetation and the light reflections.

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  17. AlJune 8, 2015 at 7:36 PM

    Artmuse Dog is awesome as always. And your ocean shots are always a joy to see. I'll be in your part of the world in a few weeks!

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  18. Photo CacheJune 8, 2015 at 7:47 PM

    If you didn't show it I wouldn't believe someone would opt to decorate their yard with that....whatever that is :)

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  19. GranthamLynnJune 8, 2015 at 7:51 PM

    Great shots. That one is a bit scary! Thanks for sharing. Most of them. LOL.
    Have a great week.

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  20. Cranberry MorningJune 8, 2015 at 8:45 PM

    Love the photos, love Massachusetts (beautiful state!), and love that haiku! :-)

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  21. Linda KunsmanJune 8, 2015 at 9:32 PM

    Oh how wonderful it must be to see all the boats coming and going...gorgeous photos! I especially love the haiku with that soft., peaceful background. And I love too how Art muse dog's leash jacket matches her tongue so perfectly:):)
    Oh, that has to be one of the nastiest lawn ornaments I've ever seen!

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  22. Fun60June 8, 2015 at 11:05 PM

    Love the last photo.

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  23. AnonymousJune 8, 2015 at 11:33 PM

    Love your dog and that egret! Not so keen on that unusual garden decoration!

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  24. BirgittaJune 9, 2015 at 3:19 AM

    These are great photos! Good job!

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  25. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiJune 10, 2015 at 12:22 AM

    I love the seaside photos, but I have to admit that lawn "ornament" scared me a bit!

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  26. Maria's SpaceJune 10, 2015 at 6:51 AM

    So many lovely shots. The yard decoration is so strange. Thanks for visiting my Blue Monday

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  27. TomJune 10, 2015 at 9:53 AM

    Please link your barn after 6pm central to the Barn Collective. Tom The Backroads Traveller

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  28. LeoviJune 10, 2015 at 10:02 AM

    These creations are wonderful! Beautiful and fantastic images!

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  29. The Artful DivaJune 10, 2015 at 10:50 AM

    Holy moly, that yard decoration is too much!

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  30. LauraJune 10, 2015 at 2:48 PM

    Beautiful views and haiku (with the exception of the strange yard art, but it's funny if not beautiful)

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  31. LindaJune 10, 2015 at 6:14 PM

    Love the pearls quote! I've heard that a predator statue keeps nuisance animals out of your yard and garden... for a day or two!

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  32. BuckeroomamaJune 10, 2015 at 7:58 PM

    What a weird decoration to have in a yard, hmmm. Now that last pic? I'd welcome that in our yard any time. :)

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  33. Joseph PulikotilJune 11, 2015 at 9:45 AM

    Lovely photos and interesting write up.

    Your quote made me think. Most of us want money, fame and admiration without making an effort. Just as we cannot get pearls on the sea shore and we have to dive deep and take risks so also is the case in every other significant achievement. Idle wish will get us no where.

    Your haiku is also fascinating. The color green always brings peace and joy. I always watched vast stretches of fully grown green paddy fields swaying cheerfully to the gently blowing wind with great admiration and wonder.

    Excellent post. I enjoyed it.

    Best wishes

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  34. eileeninmdJune 11, 2015 at 4:58 PM

    Beautiful post and images. Enjoy your Friday and have a happy weekend! PS, thank you for visiting my post and for your comment.

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  35. Sylvia KJune 11, 2015 at 5:19 PM

    Definitely different yard decoration??? Artmuse is adorable in that fancy new jacket!! Great captures for the day!! Thanks as always for sharing!! Have a great weekend!!

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  36. AmyJune 11, 2015 at 5:31 PM

    There's something about boats, wharves, piers that really inspires me - enjoyed checking out your photos :-)

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  37. Spare Parts and PicsJune 11, 2015 at 5:48 PM

    That really is some scary yard art!! Nice mix of photos with this post.

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  38. JimJune 11, 2015 at 5:49 PM

    Great collection.

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  39. LewJune 11, 2015 at 5:53 PM

    Delightful views in your corner of the world!

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  40. BettyJune 11, 2015 at 10:22 PM

    Was that yard decoration in a front yard? I kind of liked it. It would be fun to have something like that in the yard! You really live in a pretty area.

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  41. Yogi♪♪♪June 11, 2015 at 11:16 PM

    I always enjoy your creativity and generosity of spirit on your posts.

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  42. RajeshJune 12, 2015 at 1:54 AM

    Wonderful set of images, very nice.

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  43. Lina GustinaJune 12, 2015 at 4:59 AM

    Wonderful varieties.
    I don't want to have that scary thing in my yard :)
    Love your cute dog.
    www.womenandperspectives.com/2015/06/unique-clouds.html

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  44. J CJune 12, 2015 at 11:39 AM

    "soaring energy"...what a beautiful thought!

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  45. LeaJune 12, 2015 at 6:05 PM

    Love seeing your sweet dog on a verdant field! And the pilings on the pier are really interesting of the landmark building. Just love your photos Carol and your beautiful haiku painting nature's beauty! Have a great weekend!

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  46. gmaJune 12, 2015 at 6:39 PM

    Looking through your lens always beings satisfaction.

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  47. Su-sieee! MacJune 12, 2015 at 11:29 PM

    The wolf ought to have some companions. Maybe the 3 pigs. lol
    Great photos, Carol. I like those trees, too.
    Best wishes to you.
    The View from the Top of the Ladder

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  48. Claudia W | ImagesByCWJune 13, 2015 at 8:35 AM

    What a great set of photos you are sharing, Carol. That decoration sure is scary. Your haiku (and the photo with it) is beautiful, I always wanted to try haiku...

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  49. eileeninmdJune 13, 2015 at 11:10 AM

    Hello Carol, I love your pretty Egret and your assistant. Great shots! Thank you so much for linking up and sharing your critter post. Have a happy weekend!

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  50. TexWisGirlJune 13, 2015 at 11:38 AM

    scary, for sure! i like your water views.

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  51. AnonymousJune 13, 2015 at 6:39 PM

    Interesting and scary yard decoration. I love the shot of the egret.

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  52. rebeccaJune 14, 2015 at 12:06 AM

    your haiku is so lovely! you endured a long COLD winter to finally bask in the beauty of green! thank you for your kind support. i deeply appreciate your love and care.

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  53. rainfield61June 14, 2015 at 1:28 AM

    The decoration looks so real.

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  54. Minoru SaitoJune 14, 2015 at 7:21 AM

    Hi! Your Haiku is very cool. I like your B& W photo very much. Thanks for sharing.

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  55. Magical Mystical TeacherJune 14, 2015 at 9:37 AM

    I know what you mean about energy soaring in nature!

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  56. DebbieJune 14, 2015 at 10:33 AM

    an awesome view of your area...lot's to look at!!!!!

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  57. AnonymousJune 14, 2015 at 10:22 PM

    That is one scary decoration! Love the water images.

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  58. Adam JonesJune 15, 2015 at 4:48 AM

    I love the Great Egret. Very elegant.

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  59. payal agarwalJune 15, 2015 at 2:48 PM

    Lovely pictures and a beautiful haiku! :)

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  60. JennyJune 17, 2015 at 8:21 PM

    Ha. Laughing at the yard decorations. I won't be ordering THAT one soon.

    And your little sweetie looks darling in her pink jacket!

    Thanks for a delightful link for the letter D.

    A+

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