Showing posts with label Relaxing. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Relaxing. Show all posts
May 26, 2019
May 23, 2019
Alligator Govie
In the courtyard (next to the cafeteria) at work, there is a nice seating area open during the Spring/Summer seasons.
Pretty trees, flowers, and a pond.
In the pond, next to the water lilies, there was a what?
Alligator.
Not a full alligator.
But someone put an alligator's head in to make things interesting.
It's nice at work when people are normal and have a sense of humor.
An Alligator Govie that's what it is. ;-)
(Source Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
December 27, 2018
Happy Holidays!
Took this in South Florida this week.
These two guys from Sweden sitting at the pool wearing these Christmas tree hats.
This was just too great to pass up.
As I took the photo, one guy gave me the thumbs up and this was just perfect.
I don't know about you, but they cheered me up even when it seems that the world is otherwise going crazy--in so many ways.
- Politics
- Divisiveness
- Hate
- Fighting
- Injustices
- Suffering
But at the end of the day, it's about the people--and G-d gives us the power to do good and make happy (or vice versa).
This one made me happy! ;-)
(Source Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
July 28, 2018
Andy The Swimmer
She captured me doing my laps.
Enjoying the sunshine.
Breathing in the fresh air.
Appreciating the beautiful flowers.
Loving the pool and water.
Thank you so much for this great picture!
(Source Cartoon: the Talented Anastasia)
August 6, 2017
Best of the Caribbean
This one is called "Best of the Caribbean"--and I think it really is!
The colors and style he uses is so amazing.
Someone else I know had one his artworks called, "Island Living" and it was so spectacular.
Somehow it feels like being there...almost.
Baptiste has a website where you can see and shop from some of his other originals and lithographs.
I am so glad I found this...it really makes me happy.
Thank you G-d for the beauty of life and in art!
(Source Photo: here with attribution to Alix Baptiste)
June 12, 2016
May 11, 2016
Walking It Good
Down the Bethesda Trolley Trail.
Needs a little repaving work.
But it's nice lush green at this time of year.
The exercise is good (and my diet appreciates it).
And of course, spending time together talking and bonding is the road best traveled. ;-)
(Source Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
December 1, 2015
Awesome Northeast Fall Season
I love how it vividly captures the Fall colors, the falling leaves, and the changing seasons.
The bridge seems to magically span the lush green before with the orange and tan hues of the after all under a clear light blue sky.
The scene definitely looks like a cozy and happy time and place I want to be in. ;-)
(Source Photo: Michelle Blumenthal)
October 15, 2015
Dress It Up With Your Blanket?
I took this photo in Starbucks in Washington, D.C.
This woman is waiting in line for coffee wrapped in a sheik light blue blanket covered with Minions and the UK flag.
Apparently, this is a new fashion trend that is catching on--as I saw a second young women in the street "wearing" a blanket (not a coat) and walking with what looked like her boyfriend.
This fashion statement is a little weird in light of the homeless people around town that frequent the street when it gets cold wrapped in these horrible dirty wool grey blankets.
But the blankets these young women are wearing are not shawls, sweaters, coats, and are far from grungy, but rather they are sort of colorful and playful.
The blankets give the impression of course, as someone still in their PJs, just getting in or out of bed or just casually lounging around because they can.
Depending on how you look at it--cool, relaxed, and fun or lazy and time to turn yourself over and go back to sleep.
You never know what sparks the next fashion craze--it could be like SpongeBob says, I want my blankie! ;-)
(Source Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
October 6, 2015
Love My Lava Lamp
Only $26 at Spencer's.
My wife says, "This is special!"
We had one of these years ago when we first got married.
Not sure what happened to it over the years--maybe it felt dated and got tossed at some point.
Now it just feels so good to turn it on and see the colorful lava bubbling up and down.
1970's--don't care, love it. ;-)
(Source Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
August 22, 2015
Ocean Waves (Take 60 Seconds To Enjoy)
I took this video of the ocean waves coming unto the sandy beach (some seaweed included).
60 seconds of pure calm and peaceful tide.
Today, they finally took down the purple flags that indicate dangerous marine life, so we were able to go in the ocean and really enjoy.
The rhythm of the ocean waves, the sun tanning our skin, the warm relaxing water, and the people playing and laughing (and some kissing).
Thank you Hashem for this wonderful day and the beautiful world you created for us to partake of--blessed are thou!
(Source Video: Andy Blumenthal)
August 2, 2015
Golden Retriever Swims Like A Fish
Out on the kayak today with Rebecca in Maryland.
This beautiful golden retriever named Rudder was playing on the bank and in the water.
He was swimming and chasing a toy that the friendly owners were throwing way out into the pond.
On this hot sunny day, this dog was having a blast, and the people seemed to enjoy talking with us about him.
Overall this was a welcome break from the Dog Days of Summer. ;-)
(Source Video: Rebecca Blumenthal)
July 27, 2015
Fish Mish
I took this video in the aquarium store.
Just found it so relaxing to watch these fish--swimming this way and that with their fish pals in the nice cool water.
In the background is the sound of a little waterfall running into the makeshift pond.
Ah, the life of a fish--if you can avoid the nets and the bigger fish--it's probably not too shabby.
I remember when my mom used to make gefilte fish for Shabbos, especially the sweet kind in a sliced up roll, and it was delicious.
For some reason, I remember calling it fish mish--I think because the fish is ground up--and then boiled or baked.
A nice appetizer--pass the tartar sauce please. ;-)
(Source Video: Andy Blumenthal)
July 20, 2015
The Fisherman
I was out in the water in a kayak enjoying the beautiful surroundings.
I paddled over near to the fisherman, but not so close as to scare away his catch.
It was hot and very sunny out on the water--there was only a little shade near the bank of the pond--and I frequently had to wipe my forehead beading with sweat under the open sun.
But it was nice to just be out there--on the water, surrounded by the greenery, the sun overhead, some birds and frogs about, and a even a little breeze shimmering over the the water.
Even better than paddling itself, is just stopping, sort of sitting back, and just listening to the silence, breathing in the nature, and letting everything else just go for a little while.
One with nature, one with G-d, and feeling integrated myself. ;-)
(Source Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
July 14, 2015
Fun Summer Fashion
This Summer dress is colorful, happy, and cool.
It makes a bold statement with an almost tie-dye like design and flowing colors almost wrapping the woman in the brilliant spiraling motif.
While it is casual, it is also relatively modest through it floor length.
In a fairly busy city, this dress was a stand out and IMHO was a Summer fashion yes. ;-)
(Source Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
March 23, 2015
Respect The Legs
It's an interesting (yet in my estimation a somewhat demeaning) view of femininity as demonstrated by the relatively small body, but oversized crossed-over legs.
Perhaps the artist thinks this is sexy or provocative...
Or maybe it's just a relaxing pose with head high and back and arm behind her head.
Either way, you've got to respect those legs, and of course, the woman. ;-)
(Source Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
January 7, 2015
Light Up Your Life
We've seen colored light bulbs before...very hippie.
However, I like the Misfit Bolt, which is a multi-colored bulb, whose combinations are controlled by an app on your smartphone or -watch.
It's was introduced at the Consumer and Electronics Show (CES) in Vegas this week.
And it has lighting that simulates landscapes such as a beach sunset, forest, island volcano, rainbow, and more.
It can also be set as an alarm to wake you up to a simulated sunrise.
At $50, it's more than a mood ring--how you feeling today, buddy?
But how nice to relax to, wake up with, and to create some pick me up feeling lighting around you. ;-)
December 29, 2014
Iced Pool BUT Hot Tub
These folks on the left are in the outdoor steaming hot tub.
However, see the pool next to them on the right--it's nearly completely frozen over (and it would be except for a fireplace at the other end of the pool deck)!
The temperature outside a frosty 19 degrees fahrenheit.
Yes, for those who know me...I keep the air conditioner on in the Winter (true).
But even I didn't bare it all in Santa Fe in December--at least not yet! ;-)
(Source Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
November 27, 2014
THINK Different
November 4, 2014
My Favorite Couch
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