After enjoying the view of the Kaimai Ranges while I ate lunch at a friend’s home I went to my own home to watch Charlie enjoying the agapanthus to the enthrallment one of the neighbourhood children…from a distance.
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Published by Jo Bryant
I was born in the land of Banjo Paterson, gum trees, and weather extremes.
I am a freelance photographer. I love to make images that make people happy. To capture forever a precious moment.
I am also a freelance writer/editor.
I live in the Bay of Plenty, New Zealand, but still like to claim my Australian heritage.
I graduated with a Bachelor of Communications in 2008.
I am writing my first novel.
I love to write poetry, short stories, and also write for the web.
And there is nothing that is on a par with a sunny summer's day spent at Waihi Beach.
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Chronicles of Illusions 
They both look deep in thought!
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They were both there for the longest time. Charlie engrossed in the plants…the boy engrossed in Charlie. While I was engrossed in watching them.
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Lovely smoky blue mountains in the distance, and what a lovely garden waiting for spring time š
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It is wonderful sitting out there in the sun and feeling a part of it all.
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What a great interpretation for this week topic Jo, I really enjoy it thanks for sharing my friend š
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Thanks Jake…
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Great shot, both the child and the cat. Wonder what the cat’s looking at. Wonder what the child’s thinking. Cute.
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Charlie was nosing the agapantha stalks…he does that with lots of plants in the garden. The boy just stood there watching, waiting for Charlie to notice him I think. He later came nearer the house, sat down and let Charlie wander all over him.
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I LOVE that second pic, Jo! So did my daughter!
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I rather LOVE that one myself Hook.
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The Kaimai are beautiful! As are Charlie and the child š
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Right on all counts Angeline. I loved the interaction between them. The boy was very respectful of Charlie, his space. He let Charlie come to him instead of charging up to him.
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the first photo of the lush garden with so much colors, so nice
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It is a very beautiful place.
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Stunning! Of course, my favourite is the one with Charlie!
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He’s always a favourite of mine…hehehe
My baby and a character.
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I like the second one best, too. I love how you’ve interpreted the “from a distance” theme.
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Thanks Anita…that photo just seemed right somehow.
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Both of your photos are great.
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Thank you !!!
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LOVE them both š Charlie is quite the star this week!
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Thanks Madhu…Charlie is always quite the star…or at least he thinks so.
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Never heard of these mountains, Jo, but they look so beautiful in the distance.
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They’re just hills really but we like them to feel like grown ups so we call them ranges.
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Beautiful mountains, Jo! But the photo with the cat and child is priceless!!!!
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They were a lot of fun to watch Vivian.
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Both are wonderful shots. š
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Thank you so much !!
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somethings are easily enoyed from a distance, watching kids play is one of them. great interpretation of the challenge.
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Thanks. I sat for some time on the deck just watching the boy and Chatlie interact…get to know each other.
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I have got to visit NZ.
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As long as you pop in here !!!!!!!!!!!
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Jo~i wanted you to know how much your blog and photos inspire me. i am giving you an award—the post at this link will be published on 9/2 (here in the US). hugs to you! http://believeanyway.wordpress.com/2012/09/02/very-inspiring-blogger/
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Thank you so much Kate. I had a good laugh with the Heaven/Hell joke…reposted it to my fb page. I congratulate you on all your awards – you deserve them. And I loved what you said in reference as to why you pass them on. I agree with you about it should not be all about building your blog links but about telling others that you appreciate them.
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You captured a magical moment Jo! That is the beauty of photography, and the wonder of great photographers. Thank you for sharing this slice of life!
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It was magical Cap’n. I watched their interaction for quite a while and it was really sweet and gentle.
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