THROUGH THE LENS WEEK 74

'Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and freedom.'
~ Victor Frankl



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Monday ~ 

'Glosta Harbor' on Cape Ann MA had a beautiful naval ship grace the harbor for the weekend.
Sharing with Sally's Blue Monday.




Tuesday ~ 
One of my favorite schooners in the Parade of Sail on Cape Ann MA harbor.
Sharing with Our World Tuesday



Wednesday ~

 Cape Ann MA had an array of schooners in the Parade of Sail for Labor Day
Sharing with Outdoor Wednesday.




Thursday ~
Q for Quaint 'little schooner on Cape MA in the Parade of Sail
sharing with Alphabe Thursday.




Friday ~
Haiku for you and for Rebecca's Haiku My Heart Friday sharing.




Friday ~ 
A peaceful sky yet so beautiful.
Sharing with Sky Watch Friday.






Sunflowers one of my favorite flowers ~
Sharing with Paint Party Friday





Saturday ~
'I am just too tired from all those people at our house for the holiday.'

Sharing with Saturday Critters and Camera Critters.



Sunday ~ 

A sketch from the archives as the holiday weekend got the best of me.
Shaing with Sunday Sketches





We are wishing you much joy in each day. xox

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Comments

  1. SmilingSallySeptember 7, 2015 at 11:49 AM

    Hi Carol,

    So many beautiful blues.

    Thanks for celebrating Blue Monday's 7th blogiversary.

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  2. eileeninmdSeptember 7, 2015 at 11:56 AM

    Hello Carol, the parade of sails is awesome. I love the tall ships, they are beautiful. And your haiku is lovely and so true! Always enjoy your cute pup! Have a happy new week ahead!

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  3. Lisa at GreenbowSeptember 7, 2015 at 1:29 PM

    Cute sketch. Of course this hot weather and visitors do take their toll. Seeing these schooners reminds me of the time I went to Boston for the tall ships. Amazing. I loved it.

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  4. Linda KaySeptember 7, 2015 at 1:40 PM

    Such beautiful ships in your photos, Carol. The water makes the boats appear blue as well. Hope the week ahead brings you lots of joy and peace.

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  5. Magical Mystical TeacherSeptember 7, 2015 at 1:59 PM

    Your world is so different from mine, so I'm loving that ship!

    Blue Wizard

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  6. Yamini MacLeanSeptember 7, 2015 at 2:57 PM

    Hari Om
    What a swathe of sails!!! You know I loves me those water views - especially with vessels atop... AMD - you'll get mum back to yourself soon. YAM xx

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  7. AlSeptember 7, 2015 at 3:24 PM

    I love all your photos with the ships, they bring back fond memories. Your pup does look totally exhausted. Have a great Labor Day and enjoy the week ahead!

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  8. Lisabella RussoSeptember 7, 2015 at 3:49 PM

    Such beautiful photographs and what a lovely and charming sketch! Artmuse dog is so very, very cute!

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  9. Phil SladeSeptember 7, 2015 at 5:04 PM

    What a lovely parade of ships this week. Poor little Artmuse Dog. She looks a little sorry for herself.


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  10. colleenSeptember 7, 2015 at 5:26 PM

    I'm in my hometown beach town. My nephew works at a restaurant called Schooners. Love those big sails!

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  11. Annie JeffriesSeptember 7, 2015 at 6:52 PM

    love the parade of sails pics. i'm interested in the naval ship. what is it's purpose. it does not look to big.

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    1. carol l mckennaSeptember 7, 2015 at 8:21 PM

      Naval Ship was invited to view the Sail of Schooners ~ social purpose ~ it is a gunnery ship I believe ~ It was a beautiful event and glad to have our Navy visit ~ No further information ~

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  12. maryaustriaSeptember 7, 2015 at 7:04 PM

    A gorgeous collections of boats!

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  13. Sallie (FullTime-Life)September 7, 2015 at 8:49 PM

    Your original haiku follows beautifully the theme established by the starting quotation! Something to meditate on for me! I know we'd love that Parade of Sail ... Looks like both you and your sweet Muse could use a quiet rest of the week! Enjoy it as I know you will.

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  14. RajeshSeptember 7, 2015 at 9:10 PM

    Wonderful series of images.

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  15. Holly MyersSeptember 7, 2015 at 9:22 PM

    Love al the shots!

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  16. AnonymousSeptember 7, 2015 at 11:31 PM

    I love that sailboat!

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  17. Photo CacheSeptember 8, 2015 at 12:22 AM

    Cool schooners.

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  18. My name is RietSeptember 8, 2015 at 1:03 AM

    What a beautiful post.I love all thoe sailing boats.

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  19. BirgittaSeptember 8, 2015 at 1:26 AM

    Beautiful blue, beautiful photos!

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  20. Fun60September 8, 2015 at 4:12 AM

    What a busy day on the water. The parade of sails must have been interesting to watch.

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  21. aspiritofsimplicitySeptember 8, 2015 at 6:56 AM

    brilliant images. Love your Saturday shot...so cute. I have seen the three masted darker sails quite a bit around the north shore (Marblehead, Nahant) this season. They are beautiful.

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  22. Linda KunsmanSeptember 8, 2015 at 8:41 AM

    what a lovely parade of beautiful boats of all kinds-fabulous photos! That is such a sweet sketch you did. And poor Artmuse dog-all tuckered out :)

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  23. UnknownSeptember 8, 2015 at 1:33 PM

    I love the tall ships, they're gorgeous. Your assistant looks very tired.

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  24. EG CameraGirlSeptember 8, 2015 at 1:45 PM

    How special to see all the sailboats!

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  25. StephanieSeptember 8, 2015 at 6:45 PM

    Love the images today.

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  26. LindaSeptember 8, 2015 at 11:40 PM

    Beautiful schooners! Love the sparking water!

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  27. vesselsmemoriesSeptember 9, 2015 at 10:52 PM

    Gorgeous photos, Carol. I love the one of the ship on Tuesday, and Saturday's pic of your cute little doggie!

    Happy September!
    Dawn
    @ A Place for Pictures and Memories

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  28. SarahBethSeptember 10, 2015 at 11:58 AM

    All that blue water is gorgeous -- and the boats are pretty fab too! ArtmuseDog certainly looks all tuckered out -- and she's pretty fab too :)

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  29. Maiah HarrisonSeptember 10, 2015 at 5:59 PM

    Really cute dog! And nice photos of the ocean, love it!
    Maya from Pretty Nails and Tea

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  30. Sylvia KSeptember 10, 2015 at 6:13 PM

    Terrific captures, Carol!! I do love the ships/boats and the beautiful skies!! Poor little Artmuse does look SO tired!! Give him a hug for me!! Have a great weekend!!

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  31. KarenSeptember 10, 2015 at 7:23 PM

    Loving the sailboats! A great series of photos.

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  32. Whispering ThoughtsSeptember 10, 2015 at 8:49 PM

    Lovely beautiful post

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  33. Whispering ThoughtsSeptember 10, 2015 at 8:50 PM

    Lovely beautiful post.

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  34. Spare Parts and PicsSeptember 10, 2015 at 9:11 PM

    I too really like the shots of the schooners! Beautiful shots. Have a great weekend!

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  35. A Bit of the BlarneySeptember 11, 2015 at 9:12 AM

    Oh the sailing ships are beautiful with their sails unfurled! Your painting of the sunflower is beautiful as well. Yet, another post today that calls me to tranquility! Thank you and have a grand weekend!

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  36. Valerie-JaelSeptember 11, 2015 at 9:14 AM

    Wonderful photos and art, Happy PPF; hugs, Valerie

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  37. rebeccaSeptember 11, 2015 at 9:44 AM

    all that light glimmering on the sea-yes! a holy day, a holiday!
    xo

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  38. LauraSeptember 11, 2015 at 12:08 PM


    what a beautiful and creative week you've experienced Carol~ every blessing

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  39. Beverley BairdSeptember 11, 2015 at 12:08 PM

    A lovely variety of creativity - from photos to painting to sketching! Love the sunflowers!

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  40. Magical Mystical TeacherSeptember 11, 2015 at 12:40 PM

    Thanks for the reminder that each day is a holiday, especially in the original meaning of the word: holy day. Amen!

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  41. RajeshSeptember 11, 2015 at 12:46 PM

    Wonderful set of images.

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  42. J CSeptember 11, 2015 at 2:24 PM

    I've been looking at your photography. Awesome pieces. I can't get over that Sea Forest. Mother Nature's work at it's finest. Happy weekend to you and that tired-out puppy! You really shouldn't make him entertain like that. :)

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  43. MarkSeptember 11, 2015 at 2:39 PM

    To pause and allow is the sign of true wisdom, I think.

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  44. gmaSeptember 11, 2015 at 2:59 PM

    Art Muse Dog so cute and tuckered out.

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  45. ChristineSeptember 11, 2015 at 3:01 PM

    Lovely sunflowers and a carefree sketch for SS!

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  46. GigglesSeptember 11, 2015 at 6:07 PM

    Wonderful sailboats... and very nice flowers too!!

    Hugs Giggles

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  47. fredamansSeptember 11, 2015 at 6:51 PM

    I love all the boats! One of my favorite summer activities!

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  48. Tracey FKSeptember 12, 2015 at 1:08 AM

    Great sunflowers..l they are just making an appearance here as we head into summer... And the photos of the boats are wonderful. I often go and watch the boats on the bay we live on but never think to photograph them... Maybe it is time to change that

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  49. payal agarwalSeptember 12, 2015 at 4:38 AM

    Loved your haiku. Art Muse dog looks really tired..cute caption there. :)

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  50. Margaret Birding For PleasureSeptember 12, 2015 at 8:51 AM

    Love all the boats but the dog takes the prize for me. He has the right idea. Have a lovely weekend.

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  51. eileeninmdSeptember 12, 2015 at 9:03 AM

    Hello Carol, I wanted to stop back and say thank you for linking up and sharing your Art Muse doggie and post. Have a happy weekend!

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  52. SarahSeptember 12, 2015 at 10:47 AM

    Oh, to have been there! Thanks for sharing the images. The quaint schooner must have been dwarfed among all the tall ships. I saw the Tall Ships Parade in New York Harbor in 2000. What a sight!

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  53. TexWisGirlSeptember 12, 2015 at 12:48 PM

    precious snoozer! beautiful sails!

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  54. Su-sieee! MacSeptember 12, 2015 at 6:36 PM

    Your sketch is very cute. That was quite an array of boats on parade in your harbor.
    The View from the Top of the Ladder

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  55. DVArtistSeptember 12, 2015 at 8:13 PM

    Love all the photos very nice.
    Nicole/Beadwright

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  56. GreenComotionSeptember 12, 2015 at 9:14 PM

    Hi Carol,
    Great quote, one very tired pup, nice Sunflowers and view of the ships and Schooners!
    Have a Beautiful Day!
    Peace :)

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  57. Stewart MSeptember 13, 2015 at 2:03 AM

    Not a bad week by the looks of it - one wonder somebody needed a sleep!

    Cheers - Stewart Melbourne

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  58. froebelsternchenSeptember 13, 2015 at 9:42 AM

    Fantastic photos and art! Happy PPF!

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  59. rainfield61September 13, 2015 at 10:07 AM

    I love that "space" and always look for that space.

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  60. IleanaSeptember 13, 2015 at 11:00 AM

    Love your cool sketch, flowers and beautiful pics. Enjoy your week! Can't wait to see more of your artwork!

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  61. Arnoldo L. Romero, MLASeptember 13, 2015 at 1:54 PM

    All your photographs are breathtaking. I also love your words in the Haiku about how everyday is a holiday. Blessings!

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  62. Alexandra MacVeanSeptember 17, 2015 at 2:45 PM

    Wonderful photos, Carol. And lovely to see your sunflowers. So bright and cheery. :D

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  63. Jennifer RoseSeptember 20, 2015 at 6:36 AM

    really nice photos of the boats and ships :D

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