*Cherry Blossom 2017 from our City Park*
You all might know Japanese people adore cherry blossom. The delicate flower blooms only for a very short while.
For us they represent the transience of life. It seems that this particular
characteristics ties in deeply with the fundamental teachings of Buddhism,
which says all life is suffering and transitory. We hold
this Buddhist belief strongly and the transitory nature of life is
very noble, not get too attached to a particular outcome or not become
emotional because it will all pass in time.
We are not blessed with weather this year; Yesterday (9th) they were in full-bloom and we expect bad weather coming few days.
Pictures were taken under the cloudy and later drizzling weather.
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| Around 2 o'clock, still some were enjoying Vewing Blossom "Hanami･花見". |
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Went there again to enjoy Night View and Illumination.
This big one was illuminated at night, should have taken a video :-)
At the parking lot.
*Less than a week ago before flowers blossoming*
On our way back from shopping, I found a little Bull-headed Shrike perching on the branch of the cherry tree. And also an Osprey with Seagull along the river.
Sorry for my usual absence to you all! I was a bit under par but getting better.
I appreciate my husband's help and taking me places :-)
I DO hope you will start a wonderful new week.
Linking this post to;
"SEASONS", "MosaicMonday", "Our World Tuesday", "Nature Notes",
"Flower Friday", "Friday’s Hunt", "Scenic Weekends",
Good morning Orchid,
ReplyDeleteit's cherry blossom time here I Normandy too and I love it! Your blossom is beautiful.The coloured lights and lanterns make it all more enchanting.
It's always a joy to have your company for Mosaic Monday and I hope that you start to feel better soon.
Maggie
Hello Miyako, the cherry blossoms are beautiful. I love the trees in the spring. The pretty lanterns at night must look lovely in person. Great bird sightings, the Shrike is cool. I hope you feel better, take care. Have a happy day and new week ahead!
ReplyDeletestunning beauty!
ReplyDeleteThe beautiful cherry blossoms and the park and the bird and your wonderful pictures (with the colors and at night) all bring joy. But the part that I loved best in this post was learning about what the cherry blossoms symbolize in Buddhism. I needed the reminder that all things pass ...and that it doesn't help to get overly emotional about things. Thank you for sharing that.
ReplyDeleteOh, my! These images are exquisite. I would love to be walking among these cherry blossoms. I've always wanted to go to DC when the cherry trees were in bloom. Perhaps someday I can experience it. Until then, your amazing photos will give me much pleasure.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely beautiful blooming cherry trees! And your captures are wonderful Miyako:) Thank you for sharing them with A;; Seasons and have a beautiful week with flowers and cute birds like these!
ReplyDeleteCherry blossoms are beautiful in sunshine and in rain. We are enjoying them here, too. Some are palest pink, like the inside of an oyster shell, and others are brighter. They are all lovely. I like the idea of picnicking under them as you've shown in your photo.
ReplyDeleteHello Dear Miyako, I hope you are starting to feel a bit better. Yes, it is good to take time away from blogging when that happens. I am going slower at times now, and we all meet up in good time once more.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the most stunning photographs of those Cherry Blossoms both during the day and the evening. Such incredible sights.
Cheerio for now, kindest thoughts :D)
Hello Miyako. I am sorry to hear that you will ill and glad to see that you are feeling better. Your photos and the flowers are beautiful even in the rain. The shrike is a great bird to photograph. I hope you will be back in the sunshine soon... hugs..Michelle
ReplyDeleteHowdy Miyako! I have seen cherry blossoms when we visited the capitol in Washington D.C.many years ago with our two sons and their family. We are so fortunate, the cherry trees were a gift from Japan. I especially like the photo that you posted with the lantern and the cherry tree blossoms. Thank you for sharing all these wonderful images. Hugs.
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful cherry blossoms! Glad you got to enjoy them before expected bad weather was coming. I really love the close-up views and night illumination. The photos of cherry blossoms with lantern are so gorgeous! Also love tulips and other flowers. Osprey is very cute standing on the tiny rock :-)
ReplyDeleteSorry you were under par. I hope you are feeling much better, Miyako san. Have a wonderful day! xo
Cherry blossoms - Hamami in Japan must be heaven! Oh, probably I'll never see it in real life. Thank you so much for these photos & linking.
ReplyDeleteI don't know whether you celebrate Easter there. We do, in grey weather and a bit wet snow falling - ain't that absurd!!
Wow! What fantastic scenery you captured! These are some amazing trees and flowers.
ReplyDeletegreat fences and I love your philosophy it is definitely true life is like a cndle
ReplyDeleteDear Miyako
ReplyDeleteOh I always love seeing your photos of the Cherry blossom!
It is a great time for celebration in Japan. Welcoming Spring and saying goodbye to cold Winter.
Tale care
Shane xxx
The Cherry Blossoms are just so beautiful. We lived in Washington D.C. years ago and always enjoyed when they would bloom, in the spring. Thank you for linking up today and I hope you have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteHello Miyako, the cherry blossoms are beautiful. The night shots are lovely. I enjoyed seeing your Shrike, it is a beautiful bird. The Osprey is a cool sighting. Great photos. Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Happy Saturday, enjoy your weekend! Happy Easter to you and your family!
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely park! And the cherries are amazing.
ReplyDeleteI'm very sorry that you've not been well sweet friend. I hope you feel better every day. I love the colorful lights on the cherry blossoms. That really makes them special! Hugs, Diane
ReplyDeleteWow! Your cherry blossoms are so delicate and lush and beautiful! Your photos are amazing!
ReplyDeleteAwesome osprey and shrike....but today, the cherry blossoms and lanterns just steal the show with so much beauty!!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for linking in at I'd Rather B Birdin' and sharing this with us over the weekend this week.
What a magnifisent show of blossom , and so beautifully photographed.
ReplyDeleteTake care Gordon.