This part of the world is decked in heavy frost which catches the light, glittering and sparkling as you walk by. So this week’s theme is dedicated to everything that shimmers. It is also dedicated to the memory of Vladimir Brezina from windagainstcurrent.com who made the world shimmer brighter when he was in it. First up, a shimmering Fasching mask in Aachen.
Sequinned hearts shimmer on Seattle’s very special Holiday Tree.
Sunlight glinting off the lake waters of Atitlan in Guatemala.
Frost-covered foliage on a wintry walk in Ireland.
A stunning sculpture called Fluent Steps by Martin Blank, located outside the Tacoma Museum of Glass.
Are you ready to shine with your own version of this week’s theme? If you would like to join in (everyone’s welcome!) here’s what to do:
- Create your own post and title it Travel theme: Shimmer
- Include a link to this page in your post so others can find it too
- Watch out for the next travel theme which will come out next weekend
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xxx Ailsa
Even coal shimmers in the light. – Jocelyn Murray
In a work of art, chaos must shimmer through the veil of order. – Novalis
Where's my backpack? 
What a beautiful idea for a post! Anything shimmery is just perfect ✨ xx
I’m all about the glitter and sparkle and shimmer at this time of year. Actually at any time of year. 🙂
Shimmer brightly… especially this time of the year!! 😉
Absolutely, Vossie. time to break out the sparkles. 🙂
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Beautiful photos, I’m feeling all festive now! 🙂
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Gorgeous photos, especially that one of the Sheikh Zayed mosque in Abu Dhabi, wow. xxx
Hi Ailsa,
What a lovely tribute! I will not be contributing (yet) but have made a commitment tonight to continue photography in Vlad’s memory, with the help of a friend who has agreed to coach me. I love all of these, but the museum of glass most of all.
Lovely.
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I love this theme Ailsa. Here’s my take on it ‘shimmer’
Lovely images that connected quite elegantly to the theme and then the two quotes you closed with were really icing on an already delicious cake. Nicely done, Harlon
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Greetings! Here is my Shimmer Shine entry: https://roamingurbangypsy.com/2016/12/18/travel-theme-shimmer/
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Precious photos, Ailsa. Gazing over the waters of the Guatemala lake, my thoughts wander. Thank you for another nice challenge!
I found a bit of shimmering foliage too: https://figmentsofadutchess.com/2016/12/18/travel-theme-shimmer/
Sending out warmest Sunday hugs,
Marion
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This week’s contribution at https://travelrat.wordpress.com/2016/12/18/travel-theme-shimmer/
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so beautiful- I love shimmering things! here’s my take https://dailymusing57.com/2016/12/18/travel-theme-shimmer/
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Here’s my entry for the week: https://lumar1298.wordpress.com/2016/12/18/travel-theme-shimmer/
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Great picture and great timing – just got the perfect shot this AM, or so I thought: https://wheresmybackpack.com/2016/12/17/travel-theme-shimmer/.
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Beautiful theme! Here’s my shimmer! https://confidentadventurer.wordpress.com/2016/12/19/travel-theme-shimmer/
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Stunning collection! I love all photos. Especially the one from Ireland. I’ve to check if I have some shimmery photos myself! 🙂
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The museum of glass looks incredible, Ailsa.
The southern sun shimmering on the water and rainbows of the Strait of Magellan in Patagonia has to seen to be believed! http://wp.me/p1t4IE-29P
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Our hotel in London was shimmery bliss: Grosvenor House, a JW Marriott Hotel. And we loved the elegance! https://ohtheplaceswesee.com/2016/12/21/travel-theme-shimmer-at-grosvenor-house-a-jw-marriott-hotel/
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That sculpture shot is fabulous! 🙂
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