Weekly Challenge - January 22 - 27: “How I Improve My Mood and Keep ‘Warm’ in Winter"
Jan 22, 2023 09:32:40 #
*****Please do not post in this challenge until Monday January 22*****
Our task this week is to photographically show how you keep your mood up during the, at times, awesomely bad weather 90% of us experience at this time of year (If your weather is California- or Florida-like fret not. Show us what is available to you which might not be in other seasons).
A search on Google notes that “warm” can refer to: “having, showing, or expressive of enthusiasm, affection, or kindness.” In other words, warm can be physical, emotional, or maybe even spiritual. Let the Google definition be your guide.
Personally, winter is not a big problem for me unless my snow blower is inoperable - and we get two feet of snow!
Because it is often cloudy and dark for long stretches in our wintry Chicago-area, I seek places, normally indoors, where I can find nature thriving or other subjects of interest. It gives me solace and keeps my hope in bloom! I’m betting that just as there are many members of UHH online, so too are there many ways of generating this “warmth” in the season.
Enjoy your posting
The first place I visit is called Hauserman Orchids, in Villa Park, IL. It's 4 acres indoors of every kind of orchid you can imagine - and they don't mind at all if you take pictures
Our task this week is to photographically show how you keep your mood up during the, at times, awesomely bad weather 90% of us experience at this time of year (If your weather is California- or Florida-like fret not. Show us what is available to you which might not be in other seasons).
A search on Google notes that “warm” can refer to: “having, showing, or expressive of enthusiasm, affection, or kindness.” In other words, warm can be physical, emotional, or maybe even spiritual. Let the Google definition be your guide.
Personally, winter is not a big problem for me unless my snow blower is inoperable - and we get two feet of snow!
Because it is often cloudy and dark for long stretches in our wintry Chicago-area, I seek places, normally indoors, where I can find nature thriving or other subjects of interest. It gives me solace and keeps my hope in bloom! I’m betting that just as there are many members of UHH online, so too are there many ways of generating this “warmth” in the season.
Enjoy your posting
The first place I visit is called Hauserman Orchids, in Villa Park, IL. It's 4 acres indoors of every kind of orchid you can imagine - and they don't mind at all if you take pictures
Jan 22, 2023 09:42:28 #
I try to hit several car museums since they exhibit such great design, color, and beauty. This is from the Laporte County Museum in Laporte, Indiana.
A Becker
Jan 22, 2023 09:47:34 #
joecichjr wrote:
I try to hit several car museums since they exhibit such great design, color, and beauty. This is from the Laporte County Museum in Laporte, Indiana.
I flew to Naples FL
Jan 22, 2023 09:48:49 #
I also frequent any bird fairs I can find! They are great places to visit with gorgeous, incomparable specimens (who are full of life and beauty) and their friendly owners.
Jan 22, 2023 09:52:48 #
Jan 22, 2023 09:55:56 #
I visit a lot of places that are serenely empty when the air is frosty - but the sky is crisp blue! I try to avoid the snow.
Jan 22, 2023 09:58:32 #
Jan 22, 2023 10:02:39 #
Lastly, to stay "warm" in winter, I visit our area zoos, which are always great spots for getting shots of LIFE!
Jan 22, 2023 10:03:55 #
Toment wrote:
I flew to Naples FL
Big, wonderful difference there - and beautiful
Jan 22, 2023 10:04:20 #
sippyjug104 wrote:
Joe, EXCELLENT series and a tip of the hat for a job well done.
Thank you, Sippy
Jan 22, 2023 10:04:24 #
joecichjr wrote:
*****Please do not post in this challenge until Mo... (show quote)
Some great images!!!
My mood don't need improvement it the winter!!!
It needs improvement year round !!
Jan 22, 2023 10:04:54 #
Jan 22, 2023 12:41:48 #
Manglesphoto wrote:
Some great images!!!
My mood don't need improvement it the winter!!!
It needs improvement year round !!
My mood don't need improvement it the winter!!!
It needs improvement year round !!
I never would have guessed 🤩
Jan 22, 2023 16:57:50 #
joecichjr wrote:
I try to hit several car museums since they exhibit such great design, color, and beauty. This is from the Laporte County Museum in Laporte, Indiana.
A great start. joe
Jan 22, 2023 19:20:33 #
Roadrunner wrote:
A great start. joe
Thanks so much, Jim
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