Winter Shadows

 Princeton University, New Jersey

The U.S. celebrates the Groundhog day every February 2. The tradition originated during medieval times when hibernating animals saw shadow, it means that winter would continue. If they didn’t see a shadow, then spring will arrive early. 

When winter and shadows go together, most of us don't appreciate it. 

However, when winter and shadow are captured together in a photo, they create a wonderful scene.

 

Princeton University, New Jersey

At the End of the Day

Princeton, New Jersey

(on a winter day)

“At the end of the day . . . ” is a famous idiomatic expression we often hear. It means -  “in the course of time.”  All of us have our own piece to complete this figure of speech. Literally, at the end of the day, the sun sets while the moon rises. At the end of the day, we give thanks to everything – good and bad, and hope that tomorrow is a better day.

Manila Bay

(Philippines)

The Journey

Shennandoah Valley, Virginia USA

“It is good to have an end to journey toward; but it is the journey that matters, 
in the end.”

                               -      Ernest Hemingway

  

Mountain Province, Philippines

The Village of New Hope

 Located along the bank of Delaware River in Pennsylvania, the village of New Hope is a combination of a medieval and romantic atmosphere. A weekend getaway to this sophisticated village gives you a chance to enjoy the nature away from the city.

The Black Nazarene

Filipino Catholics celebrate the Feast of Black Nazarene today – a unique and one of the biggest Catholic traditions in the Philippines.  Devotees believe that wiping a piece of cloth or touching the image can bring miracles, cure illnesses and obtain plenary indulgence for sins. Faith comes in different ways. Indeed, faith can move us in many ways, too.

Green Pastures

 The old adage, “the grass is always greener on the other side of the fence,” is hard to believe.  What I believe is that - in order for something to stay in bloom, we have to nurture it, no matter what side of the fence we are on.