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by Dhamaka
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Sometimes one strong wind that catches us off guard is what we need to discover the power of our sails
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...not my words, I'm afraid, I read it somewhere...
,#indian ocean,#maldives,#veligandhu island
Dhamaka/Daz's Rent-a-Mum says:
Thanks for the highlight!
That must have been the fastest clicky in the West!
Euphro says:
You're welcome :) (This is a really great photo, one I wouldn't be surprised to see with a high "interestingness" rating on Flickr) :)
Dhamaka/Daz's Rent-a-Mum says:
I've never given a thought to my Maldives photos before, probably because of what happened there. I only thought of this one because it went so well with the words I wanted to send Bmal.
I must get round to setting up a Flickr account. Maybe when I'm back from Argentina
Euphro says:
You'll be disappointed to learn that there is already a Dhamaka on there, with an unused account :(
Dhamaka/Daz's Rent-a-Mum says:
hmmm...
(edits) I really don't have the time anyway at the mo.. and with this I'll get back to what I should be doing!
'bye
seaneeboy says:
Lovely sentiment...
Great pic too, 6 weeks two days till I'm in the maldieves :)
Nix says:
That is amazing! It's almost like it's so perfect it's been painted, reminds me of a David Hockney. What happened in Maldives or is that something you'd rather not talk about? Either way top pic, would make a nice poster! x
JokerXL says:
Congrats D.
Frikkin freezin here.
Heating costs up 68%
Pulling on another jumper, as we speak!
;-)
Dhamaka/Daz's Rent-a-Mum says:
It's a pleasure bmal, you might want to try this too...
Seaneboy, what island? You're going to be just at the end of the season where Manta drop their young - that's something I'd love to see but haven't managed yet. Go snorkelling with them if you possibly can, it's an unforgettable experience. And be very careful to rinse your ears out with fresh water after you have been in the sea, at the time of year you're going there are loads of plankton in the water which, if left in the ears can cause a nasty earache.
Thank you FF, Twiglet, Joker and Nix. Nix I'm happy to tell you about it but I don't want to sound like a bore on open forum. If you email me through my contact option I'll explain all *grins*
Joker - I don't think London is too bad at the moment. Not too cold to cycle and the last couple of days have been quite bright in between the rainy spots. :)
RareAquaticBadger says:
Noice. Great photo D! Those clear blue waters make me want to go scuba diving again!
Dhamaka/Daz's Rent-a-Mum says:
:)
thanks Rare. Isn't it a little cool for that where you are at the mo?