April 1, 2024 • 47

LAPC #293: Water in Motion

If there is magic on this planet, it is contained in water.

Loren Eiseley

Sofia’s beautiful post inspires us to show the wonder and drama of moving water. In these times of climatic distress, there has been a dramatic shift in water levels around the globe. In some places rivers are drying up; in others, there are floods. Sofia reminds us how precious and how essential water is.

Ready? Here we go….

(To enlarge the image, click on it.)

I am going to start out small–with just a trickle of water, seen here on a leaf.

Even the smallest drops of water help nature to thrive.

Water flows, growing and growing, gathering power and speed. It flows into streams, which become rivers that lead to the ocean. Here you can see Tahitians paddling canoes in the South Pacific on a relatively calm day.

Canoeing (Va’a) is their national sport. Not surprisingly, Tahitians excel at it. They have won the Tahiti Nui Va’a race around the island of Tahiti, and the Molokai Hoe race between the island of Oahu and Molokai in Hawaii 16 times in the last 20 years.

Water is essential for cooking, bathing, and cleaning, but it’s fun, too. Kids are drawn to running water, especially when they can splash in it.

In Munich, we spotted these children playing in a fountain near the historic center.

The tide is rushing into Long Reef Beach, in Sydney’s Northern Beaches, which are spectacular, as you can see. No two are alike.

On a walk with friends, I captured this view from a trail high above the beach. They insist that the Australian beaches are the most beautiful in the world. What do you think?

How idyllic is this? I’m re-posting this photo captured several years ago on the island of Savusavu in Fiji. That’s Rich and our guide standing near the Vuadomo waterfall. Savusavu has stunning natural waterfalls that are perfect for a cool swim.

I’ll end my post with the “granddaddy” of water in motion–Niagara Falls. We captured this view from the Canadian side of the falls on an autumn day about a decade ago. Needless to say, the power and beauty of the falls are spectacular.

As I was working on this post, I kept thinking about how water is necessary for our very survival, but it is also a source of joy, fun, relaxation, and adventure. Now, more than ever, I respect its power, its beauty, and its role in our ecosystem. Many thanks to Sofia for her beautiful and inspiring Water in Motion. We hope you join us. Please remember to link your post to hers and to use the Lens-Artists tag.

More thanks are in order. A special thanks to Tina for her People Here,There and Everywhere challenge last week. Despite the fact that most of us are reluctant to approach strangers, you posted terrific “people” shots. I enjoyed your collections very much.

We hope you’ll join us next week when John takes the lead. Be sure to stop by Journeys with Johnbo next Saturday at noon ET. ln the meantime, stay safe, stay curious, and be inspired!

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  2. Yes, water is essential to life on Earth, and you sent us some beautiful reminders of how much we should appreciate it. The Fiji shot reminds me of how much pristine waters mean to animals and humans, and a memory of The Azores came to mind. The kids splashing around is also a lovely shot – and the reminder of the joy of playing with water and in water. Loved your take on, Patti.

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  4. A beautiful response as always Patti. I loved the world tour along the way 😊. I too loved Australia’s beaches(which you’ve captured perfectly!) but having seen so many around the world I must say there is no real winner as so many are equally beautiful! I loved your emphasis on the importance of water to our lives and to our planet, and how our actions are affecting it, but also loved your inclusion of its role in playfulness and joy. Terrific!

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    • Many thanks, Tina. Absolutely true….what you wrote about beaches. There are many beautiful ones. It was an interesting challenge, and it made me think of all the ways water is important. And all that, while it’s been raining here for days! Wishing you a good week and plenty of sunshine!

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  6. This is a great post Patti. You emphasized the importance of water to our survival and showed us beautiful images. It must be my “macro” brain, but I loved the leaf with water drops and I’m glad you included Niagara Falls.

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  8. Considering we are expecting almost 2 weeks of rain, your post just made me think I shouldn’t really complain and adapt. Wonderful words and the photos are simply beautiful. Australia’s beaches are a favourite too, I find the colours and composition perfect. I’m also taken by the mood on the Tahiti one. You mention a relatively calm day. I wonder if the weather turned later, the light tells me it might have done and that just adds to the story.

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    • Oh no! 2 more weeks of rain! It’s raining a lot here, too. But Scotland always has more. You have a keen eye, Sofia. You’re absolutely right about Tahiti. We were there during the rainy season, so on most afternoons there were showers lasting minutes or hours. Often it was hard to tell when there was going to be a downpour or when the storm would pass by. Really interesting weather. Thanks for a great challenge, Sofia! You’ll be surrounded by water all week long–on line and in real life!

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  12. Water is essential to life and up to 60% of the human body is made up of water, but truthfully I have had my fill of the wet stuff. It’s been raining almost every day since mid September and from being in a drought situation with a hose pipe ban last summer, our reservoirs are now 96% full. As for beautiful beaches, I agree that Australia has a lot, as does New Zealand and South Africa and Cornwall. I love a wide sandy beach. 🧡💛

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    • Ah, Cornwall…a place I’d love to visit. I’ll put it on my list. And you’re in a real soggy part of the world, right now. It’s been raining in Italy a lot, too, but not as much as you’ve been dealing with. I hope the sun comes out and you can spend time in your garden. Fingers crossed!

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  18. Superb shots, Patti 👏 The very first, seeing the individual droplets on the leaf joining together to form a stream, reminded me of hours spent watching raindrop races on the window on a rainy day ☔️

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  20. A great collection Patti. I did not know canoeing was the national sport of Tahiti. Interesting, and a great capture on the South Pacific. Hmmm. I have been to many beaches in the world and I have to say, from your photo, Australia might just in contention for the most beautiful. A lovely image. And I hope you got in the waterfall pool following your photo.

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    • Hi Donna. I’m so happy you enjoyed this set. I didn’t either know about canoeing in Tahiti, until I was writing this post! And as for the waterfall…yes, I did! Have a great weekend, too.

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  21. I love that you started with water droplets on a leaf, and ended with Niagara Falls! Also, I appreciate your reminder to all that this is a finite resource we are all responsible to keep safe.

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