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Weekly Challenge - January 22 - 27: “How I Improve My Mood and Keep ‘Warm’ in Winter"
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Jan 22, 2023 09:32:40   #
joecichjr Loc: Chicago S. Suburbs, Illinois, USA
 
*****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











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Jan 22, 2023 09:42:28   #
joecichjr Loc: Chicago S. Suburbs, Illinois, USA
 
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.

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Jan 22, 2023 09:47:34   #
Toment Loc: FL, IL
 
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



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Jan 22, 2023 09:48:49   #
joecichjr Loc: Chicago S. Suburbs, Illinois, USA
 
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.









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Jan 22, 2023 09:52:48   #
sippyjug104 Loc: Missouri
 
Joe, EXCELLENT series and a tip of the hat for a job well done.

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Jan 22, 2023 09:55:56   #
joecichjr Loc: Chicago S. Suburbs, Illinois, USA
 
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.











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Jan 22, 2023 09:58:32   #
Ysarex Loc: St. Louis
 
joecichjr wrote:
*****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
*****Please do not post in this challenge until Mo... (show quote)


Very nice.

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Jan 22, 2023 10:02:39   #
joecichjr Loc: Chicago S. Suburbs, Illinois, USA
 
Lastly, to stay "warm" in winter, I visit our area zoos, which are always great spots for getting shots of LIFE!













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Jan 22, 2023 10:03:55   #
joecichjr Loc: Chicago S. Suburbs, Illinois, USA
 
Toment wrote:
I flew to Naples FL


Big, wonderful difference there - and beautiful

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Jan 22, 2023 10:04:20   #
joecichjr Loc: Chicago S. Suburbs, Illinois, USA
 
sippyjug104 wrote:
Joe, EXCELLENT series and a tip of the hat for a job well done.


Thank you, Sippy

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Jan 22, 2023 10:04:24   #
Manglesphoto Loc: 70 miles south of St.Louis
 
joecichjr wrote:
*****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
*****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 !!

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Jan 22, 2023 10:04:54   #
joecichjr Loc: Chicago S. Suburbs, Illinois, USA
 
Ysarex wrote:
Very nice.


Thanks Y

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Jan 22, 2023 12:41:48   #
joecichjr Loc: Chicago S. Suburbs, Illinois, USA
 
Manglesphoto wrote:
Some great images!!!
My mood don't need improvement it the winter!!!
It needs improvement year round !!


I never would have guessed 🤩

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Jan 22, 2023 16:57:50   #
Roadrunner Loc: Quebec, Canada
 
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

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Jan 22, 2023 19:20:33   #
joecichjr Loc: Chicago S. Suburbs, Illinois, USA
 
Roadrunner wrote:
A great start. joe


Thanks so much, Jim

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