Streets of London – Love and Love Not

19 augusti, 201719 augusti, 2017 / Leya / 31 kommentarer

Big cities demand a lot of walking – London is no exception. The Underground might be the fastest, but the Overground for certain is the nicest. Let’s go for a walk and a ride…and look upon the city with fresh eyes…Today – What do I still love about it and what do I not love that much?

…the old Michelin building turned into a restaurant

I love the taxis…

…and I love the bridges too.

But…this new landmark…on Trafagar Square, among lions and old heroes….nooooooo

London is a city I will always come back to. Not in the way I used to as a young girl and woman, I know that. Today it is more of the atmosphere…the walks and the talks. The friendly people. No need for many musicals or concerts or exhibitions…How do You feel about London? Do you go often? Why/why not?

Thursday Thoughts – In the Hive

17 augusti, 201717 augusti, 2017 / Leya / 18 kommentarer

My number one goal with the London trip was Kew Gardens. I think the year was 1977 last time, or maybe 1979. As you who read this blog will know, I love gardens and flowers. Maybe especially English gardens, because of their soft and soothing architecture and lines. But this time, I also found the most mindful spot – The Hive.

A well thought through installation, and a high quality space for mindfulness.

The Hive stands 17 metres high, set in a meadow of wild flowers. The installation is connected to a real beehive, from where you, through several canals, are able to follow the sounds and vibrations of the bees.

We all know the importance of bees, and as scientists have proved – without bees we will not survive on this planet.

In this structure, you cannot shut out the light – you cannot stop it from seeping in. Looking straight up from the ground beneath, there are also… feet to be seen…

…and inside the construction, the blue sky is visible from every corner. Slow down and listen to the bees working, humming soothingly. Add some distant music… and this will be your reaction…

Meditative moments…Mindfulness…

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MC Veterans – Don’t We Just Love Them!

30 juli, 201730 juli, 2017 / Leya / 9 kommentarer

This summer there were some 75 bikers having lunch at my friends’ place. I had the opportunity to meet them, chat a bit and take photos of the great guys and their shining machines. Enjoy the gallery!

Thursday Thoughts – Ageing Beautifully

13 juli, 201713 juli, 2017 / Leya / 18 kommentarer

What if we all were this sharp at 92? Hugs to you, Stig – thank you for the visit today!

Travel theme: Abroad

27 juni, 2017 / Leya / 7 kommentarer

Travel theme: Abroad

Abroad means many things to me…but if I were to choose only one thing – it is Freedom.

Black & White Sunday: Music

21 maj, 201721 maj, 2017 / Leya / 13 kommentarer

A great, festive day in Quito, with music and dancing in the streets. This local band was really good, and people of all ages danced and had fun. Wish there could be a little bit more of that here, in Sweden!

Travel theme: Cook

16 april, 201716 april, 2017 / Leya / 1 kommentar

Warm food is always a treat – be it in the Amazon rainforest or in the cold market of Jokkmokk! Cook!

Cee’s B&W Photo Challenge: Letters M or N

15 april, 201715 april, 2017 / Leya / 9 kommentarer

I will go for the letter M, for Cee’s challenge:

A lonely Man on the roof, looking down at the Market in Marrakesh, Morocco.

Thursday Thoughts – Easter Rain

13 april, 201713 april, 2017 / Leya / 16 kommentarer

Rain, rain…Easter Rain. But inside, indoors – there is much to be seen and contemplated this week of exhibitions and art work. And good food, and good thoughts. I will be spending this week with my children and plan to visit some nice exhibitions as well. In fact, some of my photos will be up too. Exciting…

More reportings from the exhibitions later…

Wishing you all a Happy Easter!