Sunday, January 16, 2011

The Joy of Giving In

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I was walking at Balboa Park when the blossom of a lotus called my attention. I stopped, and enjoyed the moment of watching and drawing inspiration from their beauty.
Lotus Flower, Reflecting Pond, Balboa Park, San Diego

While I was taking a picture of the lotus flowers, suddenly a bumblebee appeared and enjoyed working on the blossom.
Bumblebee on Lotus Flower

Nature was so good, giving me an additional treat. Suddenly a bee followed on bumblebee.
Bee and Bumblebee on Lotus Flower
( you can click on this picture to enlarge)

What a joy it was to be treated with nature's surprises, I just stopped for the lotus flower, and the bumble bee and bee came in to add more life to the pictures. I was planning to inch a little bit closer and take a good picture, when, suddenly, a little voice from behind asked me, "Can I also take a picture?"

It was from a little girl. Though there was a lot of open space for both of us to take a picture, but I believe she believed where I stood was the best angle to take the picture, so I smiled to her and said, "Sure, go ahead."

She smiled back, hurriedly say "thank you" then she was lost in taking pictures of the flower. What a sight, what a joy, to see a little girl also inspired with her surroundings. Knowing her parents must be looking from somewhere, I did not attempt to take her a picture nor ask her to take her a picture for that will take sometime from her to capture the moment she wanted. Instead, I just watched her happily taking the shots. It is during these times, where the joy of giving in is so much more than the joy of taking pictures.
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Posted by betchai at 10:02 PM
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27 comments:

  1. Diane AZJuly 30, 2009 at 3:43 PM

    Your beautiful post reminds me of the quote by John Muir, "In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks."

    Sometimes when I see deer in the canyon, I'm tempted to go off the trail and follow them to get additional pictures. But I receive more pleasure allowing wildlife to retreat into their natural habitat without the stress of being stalked.

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  2. rainfield61July 30, 2009 at 4:18 PM

    This is another joys of a simple life, which cannot be bought or asked for.
    It comes by itself, when we are in it.

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  3. Joanne OlivieriJuly 30, 2009 at 4:36 PM

    I adore lotus flowers Betchai. The details in the flower petals and the bees are fantastic and what a surprise and great timing to have them appear while you are photographing. It must have been such a joy to see a child so inspired by nature to be taking photos as well. What a heartwarming post. Thank you Betchai.

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  4. ZenserlyJuly 30, 2009 at 4:47 PM

    Oh....this left me misty eyed sis...envisioning the little girl...imagining her sweet voice saying "Can I also take a picture?" oh, dear...gosh, it suddenly makes me long for a daughter again....he he he....

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  5. •°°• IcyBC •°°•July 30, 2009 at 5:29 PM

    Beautiful flowers! I'm green with envy :-) That was nice of you to share!

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  6. TellieJuly 30, 2009 at 5:40 PM

    What a wonderful post. So calm, serene, and poetic. Nature is beautiful, although I am not a very big fan of bees.

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  7. heidiJuly 30, 2009 at 8:57 PM

    Beautiful to see nature at its best. My three year old daughter is running around the house yelling bumble bee now. Great pics!

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  8. Rick (Ratty)July 30, 2009 at 8:59 PM

    I think things like this are also some of my favorite moments when I am at nature parks. When I am able to help somebody, especially a child, with a small thing like this. You got some great photos as well.

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  9. Willie a.k.a ReptozJuly 30, 2009 at 9:01 PM

    Oh so nice of you to give her way. It is indeed a joy to give. The flowers are superb!

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  10. CherryJuly 30, 2009 at 9:34 PM

    i'm back! can't get enough from the beauty of the lotus flower. :)

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  11. vhingFJuly 31, 2009 at 2:38 AM

    I love that beatiful flower but more
    nicer capturing that bee and bumblebee.

    good for you.

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  12. MelissaJuly 31, 2009 at 3:44 AM

    The simple things in life, that bring us joy, and happiness. If only we could all be so aware of our surroundings.

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  13. J.HJuly 31, 2009 at 5:07 AM

    wow, that is such a beautiful shot! I bet it must be such a inspiring and refreshing day for you :-)

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  14. AnonymousJuly 31, 2009 at 5:46 AM

    Betchai, the lotus flowers are so beautiful. Love the colours. I have never seen these in full bloom.

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  15. maricarJuly 31, 2009 at 6:46 AM

    life is really beautiful Bethchai..
    you don't just enjoyed the beauty of the flowers and the bee and bumble bee, but also the sight of the little girl that is also amazed by the beauty of nature :)

    that is so sweet of you Kimchai.. thanks for this one ;)

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  16. coolwaterworksJuly 31, 2009 at 8:11 AM

    Miss Beth,
    Very nice pictures! The center of the flower looks like an inverted thimble...

    And so kind of you to share your spot... A photographer being kind to another photographer (in the making perhaps...).

    Miss Beth, fyi, you may want to check out the news on Sir Allan Hugo...

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  17. BengbengJuly 31, 2009 at 8:25 AM

    i had the experience too but i had to wait for a long time for the bee to come along.. u were lucky :)

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  18. KirigalpoththaJuly 31, 2009 at 10:03 AM

    Very nice post!

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  19. NovaJuly 31, 2009 at 10:51 AM

    that flower is amazing... every thing is perfectly a great catch...

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  20. EbieJuly 31, 2009 at 10:58 AM

    Hi Betchai, I stumbled upon your blog, maybe thru Diane AZ, and I am loving your photos. I am a lover of lilies (hence my blog header). I am reading your other outdoor and travel posts, and they are so beautiful. We did a 5-day road trip on the N395 to Mammoth last May and we were considering of going back in the Fall. But seeing your photos make us want to make a U-turn.
    P.S. I am 50/50 Chinese Filipino living here in the LA area.

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  21. DebbieDanaJuly 31, 2009 at 12:44 PM

    Hi Betchai! What a beautiful lotus flower! Perfect shot, very pleasing to my eyes!!

    Made me smile reading about the little girl...Another "Betchai" in the making! Wonderful!!


    Debbie :)

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  22. AVCr8teurJuly 31, 2009 at 9:36 PM

    I always enjoy visiting the lotus pond in Balboa Park. Your photos reaffirms this.

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  23. LaizaAugust 1, 2009 at 3:53 AM

    Wow! Such beautiful photos! Thanks for sharing this. :)

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  24. bingkeeAugust 1, 2009 at 6:22 PM

    Your photos always reflect joy---a gratitude that comes from the beautiful things that our Creator made which cause us to be always grateful that leads to joy.

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  25. femmepowerAugust 1, 2009 at 6:42 PM

    Hi Betchai!Pretty flowers, eh? The government will sponsor growing lotus here in abandoned ponds that used to culture Tilapia.This way,the ponds will be productive again.Why lotus?Because it is easy to grow and maintain and all parts of this plant are usable.It is expected to yield huge revenues and livelihood for our kababayans.

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  26. EngAugust 1, 2009 at 8:01 PM

    i have never seen a lotus up close and personal, i don't need to ...your photos takes me exactly where you are and shows me what i wanted to see...thanks for sharing this beautiful blossom that eludes me.

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  27. AyieAugust 3, 2009 at 2:26 PM

    betchai my comment didn't appear! i left comment here last time i logged...been having bad connection lately

    the flower....so beautiful! giving also gives me so much joy. your post is very inspiring =)

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