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Wednesday, August 24, 2011

Animal Wednesday - White Heron and....*Turandot*



Keeping with Mim's White Heron theme...here is a lovely, close-up view of one - from Florida!

No *AW live photos* from me this week because I am here:

Our Autumn Season rehearsals have begun....  first up, Puccini's "Turandot" - with this gorgeous set, designed by David Hockney.

Happy Animal Wednesday, one and all!  I think about where everyone is....today, we are scattered all round the world.... yet we are bound by our love of animals!!!! Isn't is glorious!

Love,

♥ Robin ♥
Posted by Robin at 8:54 AM
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14 comments:

  1. TeriAugust 24, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    Amazingly beautiful shot of that egret. I just love them.

    That set is gorgeous!!!!! I love hearing about the opera side of your life.

    HAW

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  2. sukipoetAugust 25, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    David Hockney. Wow. it is a stunning set. wonderful colors and shapes. i am glad you are back in the theater you love.

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  3. SnowbrushAugust 25, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    Happy Animal Wednesday to you too, Robin, although it is now Thursday.

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  4. studio loloAugust 25, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    Little Sista!!! Back in the land of opera which is so good for you!

    What a striking set...and of course I love snowy egrets. So regal!

    I fell asleep on the couch tonight at 5:30! hahaha, what an old lady.

    Waiting for hurricane Irene to possibly land here by Sunday. We'll talk soon. At the very least we expect to lose power.

    Miss you!

    xoxo
    love,
    Big sista!♥

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  5. MimAugust 25, 2011 at 8:21 PM

    They are such gorgeous big birds! and my goodness...that stage set is really something. the colors! wow.

    so think of us this weekend, we'll be getting drenched - and hopefully that's all.

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  6. RobinAugust 26, 2011 at 7:54 AM

    Teri...Egrets are gorgeous, aren't they?
    I never get tired of watching them....

    Hugs to you and a kiss for Sunshine!

    ♥ Robin ♥

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  7. RobinAugust 26, 2011 at 7:59 AM

    Suki, this is particularly stunning set....you would love it - and the opera too. I will try and post more photos soon.

    Today, first rehearsal for a NEW Opera, "Heart of a Soldier", a true story of a man who survived Vietnam - only to lose his life in one of the Twin Towers on 9/11. Sounds grim, I know...but it stars Thomas Hampson - one of the most intelligent (and handsome) Baritones in the world...and Francesca Zambello (who directed our *Ring* so brilliantly) is directing... I have high hopes!

    I hope you will be safe over the weekend and that by the time *Irene* reaches you, it will be just rain...and nothing more.

    Love to you and Bibs,

    ♥ Robin ♥

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  8. RobinAugust 26, 2011 at 8:00 AM

    Hey Snow....you are TOO funny!!!!! I hope life "up North" is going well for you, Peggy, Blue and Brewsky!

    Hugs to all,

    ♥ Robin ♥

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  9. RobinAugust 26, 2011 at 8:04 AM

    LS.... I am sure this week has been hard... but...you are almost there! I am at the Opera till late tonight...but let's try for tomorrow...(Saturday)...I should be home before 8 - your time. I am saying prayers *Irene* travels out into the Atlantic and only leaves you rain....

    Love to all,

    ♥ LS ♥

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  10. RobinAugust 26, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    Mim.....yes, Hockney's set colours are so vivid - they are almost *electric*!

    You know I am praying that you only have rain....and that no trees topple... stay safe!

    Love,

    ♥ Robin ♥

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  11. soulbrushAugust 27, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    The colours on the stage are electrifying. Think of you often, hope all is going smoothly.

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  12. Doris SturmAugust 28, 2011 at 4:19 PM

    I love these Great White Egrets that also grace our little lake Irma - they are great fishermen and I love to watch them stalk their prey!

    Opera life seems so exciting and vibrant...I always enjoyed live performances and hope to maybe one day be able to do that again... there's just nothing like the stage!

    Gizzy says "Hello Auntie Robin" (hugs)

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  13. marianneAugust 29, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    Heh....I left a comment here earlier this week. But it must have got lost in cyber space.
    You KNOW the egret is your animal dear ;)
    I am so happy for you opera season is back!
    Have fun!!!!!
    love
    >M<

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  14. marianneAugust 29, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    Ps I will touch trolley tomorrow!

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