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Beatriz

@mandolinaes #274272

Photographer • Storyteller • Artist • Mathematician • Stranger in a Strange Land • http://bio.site/mandolinaes • Website: mandolinaes.com
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ITAP of a flowing waterfall in Artiga de Li
Even though we almost canceled everything today because of the rain, we decided to risk it and head to Artiga de Li. This place has a way of drawing you in, like autumn is showing off in every corner. When we arrived, the sky was heavy, but what we found was this peaceful scene where the fallen leaves covered the ground.

Standing there, surrounded by the trees and mountains, I felt peace.
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I have just got my 2th Top Caster Reward today
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Making the most of every second. I don’t know how many I’ve got left, but they’re going to be exciting.
Gn

The stars created you. The Universe has fought so hard to bring you here. Never forget the part of yourself that makes life worth living, your spirit. You know, that small light inside your soul that gets excited each time you think of your hopes and dreams. The underlying segment of your mind that yearns to babble on and on about things your passionate about.
I encourage you to let it roam free for the day, and never let the weight of life bury it deep in your consciousness.
The afterglow, the horizon line, the shadows fall.....
Hunting for the light as it sneaks through the thick, green jungle of the Azores.
I took this photo just at sunrise, when the first rays of the sun began to light up the horizon. I woke up early to capture that exact moment when the light breaks through the darkness and the sky starts filling with those soft colors you only see at dawn. I stood by the shore, camera ready, waiting for the waves to touch the sand at the perfect moment. The light was changing quickly, so I adjusted the focus several times to make sure I captured the details of the water and the texture of the sky just as I saw them. Despite the cold morning, every second was worth it to get this shot.
I saw a sign asking people to respect the neighbors’ silence, and I wish more people understood that. Where I live, noise is constant, like no one cares about peace and quiet. On top of that, my neighbor thinks he’s a musician, and it’s unbearable. I’m not asking for miracles, just a bit of tranquility. So, when I saw this sign (there are so many) in the place where I’m vacationing, I wished with all my heart that I could live here.
Nature in the Pyrenees is completely different from anything I’ve seen before. Majestic mountains, dense forests, and fresh air that fills your lungs with life. Every corner feels like it’s straight out of a storybook, with landscapes changing at every step. It’s a place that makes you feel small, yet deeply connected to the earth.
ITAP of two adorable cow-themed planters.
I got this notification today and I’m so excited 🤩, but of course it happens now, when I’m on vacation and only check the app once a day because I’m in the mountains with no service!

Honestly, I have bad luck with everything.
Gm

"Eyes are the windows of our soul"

Emotions and thoughts are recognized through eyes. They will take you to the core of an individual because the sight and the gaze are close to our mind and consciousness more than the other senses. For this reason, they express a component we are aware of.
To seek inside someone's eyes is to interact on a personal level most persons feel uncomfortable about allowing. The eyes will tell the full story, even when the individual refuses to. Even a small change in our body, attitude, and emotions are revealed via our eyes.

Eyes are the mirror of our feelings. They reflect the true us. If you are excited and elated, the size of your eyes gets enhanced by four times. If you are experiencing negative emotions, the size of pupil shrinks. If you are surprised, eyes get widened and if you are sad, your eyes appear blank.

They are the most beautiful part of our body which doesn't even utter a word but still speaks alot!
Gn

Today I hiked the circular route of the 7 Colomer lakes, and it was an amazing experience. The landscape was incredible: beautiful mountains, the sound of water running through streams, and those lakes, each more breathtaking than the last. As you walk along the trail, you really feel surrounded by nature, and it makes you feel small in a good way.

It wasn’t easy, some parts of the trail were pretty tough, and at one point I even thought I was going to pass out. The rain came and went during the 6-hour hike, making the journey even more unpredictable. But despite everything, the effort was worth it for the stunning views. It was one of those days that makes you feel more connected to nature and yourself, even with the challenges.
ITAV of a part of the trail I hiked today that truly captures the wild beauty of the Colomer lakes.
Gm

"Life begins and ends with a single breath."

The lungs are the main organs of respiration. This is where we receive individual life, so we can say that the lungs have a direct relationship with life, with the desire to live. Also with death since it is always lived in respiratory terms: "I breathe my last breath"
They symbolize the vital breath, contact, freedom, exchange, communication, sadness and sorrows of the past.

Breathing is living as we understand it. It’s the proof of being alive. Since the day we’re born to the last departure what remains constant in our lives is this moving air. It’s the evidence of our existence. It’s our eternal companion throughout the journey on this wonderful planet.
With each breath we inhale, we take in a chance, hope that keep us alive, while exhaling, we can throw out the negativity, grudge, pain and affliction. Taking in air and throwing it out is not only a process that’s what living is!
ITAP from my house this week

Pyrenees
Gn

I’m exhausted after driving for 10 hours straight. The road feels endless, and my body is feeling every bit of it, but at the same time, there’s a sense of satisfaction in finally arriving after so long. The time in the car gives you space to think, but it also wears you down. Now, all I want to do is rest, close my eyes, and forget about the world for a while.
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Enchanted Forest 🌳

You know, often I feel like I'm not alone at all when I'm walking through the forest. Like if trees have souls. Very old, beautiful, and very wise souls who are watching me in peace and wishing me the same as I do to them.

Photo taken at Aguasmulas river in Jaén.
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Best team EVER!
My sister, our dog and me
Gn

Tomorrow I’m setting off on a road trip, but I’m not expecting much. In Almería, where I’m from, it never rains, but of course, tonight, right before my trip, it’s pouring.

I’ve also got a rainy week ahead for my trip up north. So, I’ve resigned myself to the fact that things probably won’t go as planned.

Since everything’s already drenched, I’ll go to bed leaving here a water-themed photo.

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I have no idea what I did but it feels good 😊
Gm

Today I won’t be very active as I’m finishing up the last few details before hitting the road tomorrow for my trip to the Pyrenees.

In the meantime, I’ll leave you with my latest piece, now part of @mellamomatt ‘s amazing collection.

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This photo is more than just a picture to me; it’s a moment of pure calm, a reminder of that quiet peace that comes from within when everything around you slows down.

I captured it near Geiranger Park, Norway, back in 2017.
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"Broken ribs are about life being more than we can handle."

The ribs are one of the most important bones in the human body. They surround and protect the organs in the chest, lungs and heart, so they are like your sentinels, guarding your inner being.

The ribs hold spiritual significance too. The heart region represents the emotions; the lungs area represents the relationship with the outside, and rib pain represents your boundaries. When your personal space is invaded, you experience pain or other pressure on the rib cage. It means that there are times that you need to adapt to some changes and take some steps to adjust to your boundaries.