RasmaSandra

@RasmaSandra (95251)

Daytona Beach, Florida • Age 69

Joined myLot 11 years ago

New York City is my hometown. I have now relocated from Riga, Latvia to Daytona Beach, Florida along with my cat Sid. I am passionate about poetry and writing.

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Tulips In Iowa

RasmaSandra @RasmaSandra (95251) • Daytona Beach, Florida 12 Mar

Many immigrants from the Netherlands found a new life in America in the state of Iowa. With them they brought tulips. Over the years everyone in the state of Iowa fell in love with the lovely flower called the tulip. Every year...

iowa and tulips

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Lighthouse Known as Pepperpot

RasmaSandra @RasmaSandra (95251) • Daytona Beach, Florida 11 Mar

On the Isle of Wight, you can find the second oldest lighthouse in Britain. It stands at one of the highest points. The 35-foot octagonal lighthouse is called St. Catherine's Oratory, or Pepperpot. Back in 1313 a boat that was...

lighthouse name pepperpot

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You Are Not Alone

RasmaSandra @RasmaSandra (95251) • Daytona Beach, Florida 10 Mar

Michael Jackson’s song “You Are Not Alone” was included in Jackson’s ninth studio album, History: Past, Present, and Future, Book I. This track was the second single from this album. In the video, you can see Jackson with his...

michael and lisa marie

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Just Amazing

RasmaSandra @RasmaSandra (95251) • Daytona Beach, Florida 8 Mar

That is a picture of a similar possum I found online, but the one that came on my porch was about as big. I was heading for the bathroom and looked through the window of my front door. This sad little possum was sitting there...

a possum at my door

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Touring the Sewers of Paris

RasmaSandra @RasmaSandra (95251) • Daytona Beach, Florida 8 Mar

Now I am not directly sending you into the sewers of Paris, but I would not mind taking a look myself if I ever venture back to Europe again. The sewers have been open to the public since the World’s Fair of 1867. The interesting...

touring the sewers of paris

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Lovely in Green

RasmaSandra @RasmaSandra (95251) • Daytona Beach, Florida 7 Mar

Green iguanas are large, herbivorous lizards that live high in the trees of Central and South America. They are excellent swimmers and can also leap from branch to branch. Their green colors helps them to blend in with their...

green iguanas can be pets

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Walk on Water

RasmaSandra @RasmaSandra (95251) • Daytona Beach, Florida 6 Mar

Basilisk lizards are just amazing. They have been called “Jesus Christ lizards" because they can run across the surface of water. They have high speed and long toes and make incredible aquatic dashes. It can reach speeds of...

lizards run on water

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Ever Hear of a Potoo Bird

RasmaSandra @RasmaSandra (95251) • Daytona Beach, Florida 5 Mar

Not only does this bird look odd with big googly eyes but he is a master of camouflage. This type of bird is found in the rainforests of Central and South America. These birds are nocturnal and blend in with the trees and you...

big eyed potoo bird

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Say Hi to the Saiga Antelope

RasmaSandra @RasmaSandra (95251) • Daytona Beach, Florida 4 Mar

This unusual-looking creature has a nose that makes me think of the American comedic actor Jimmy Durante. He used to say, "the nose knows." Its nose helps it to filter dust in the arid Eurasian habitat the animal lives in. They...

saiga antelope

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Frill-Necked Lizard

RasmaSandra @RasmaSandra (95251) • Daytona Beach, Florida 3 Mar

Would you be afraid if this lizard crossed your path? These lizards are known for their dramatic neck frills, which make them look like butterfly wings were attached to either side of their necks. These are native to Australia and...

frill necked lizards

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Welcome Back Tortoises

RasmaSandra @RasmaSandra (95251) • Daytona Beach, Florida 28 Feb

Nearly 150 years after the last giant tortoises were removed from Floreana Island in the Galapagos archipelago in Ecuador. Now the species made a comeback Friday, when dozens of juvenile hybrids were released to begin restoring...

wishing these tortoises all the best

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Here It Comes Again

RasmaSandra @RasmaSandra (95251) • Daytona Beach, Florida 27 Feb

Sunday, March 1, my birthday rolls around again. It reminds me that the last birthday I celebrated with family was when I turned 60, and that was the year Martin died. I don’t mind not celebrating; just the memories keep flying...

birthdays

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Animals Know

RasmaSandra @RasmaSandra (95251) • Daytona Beach, Florida 26 Feb

I found this a very interesting photo. I used to always approach horses wherever I could because I admired their beauty. In this photo it looks like I am having a serious discussion with the horse who seems to be listening to me....

the horse and me

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City Pigeons Come to Lunch

RasmaSandra @RasmaSandra (95251) • Daytona Beach, Florida 25 Feb

Trusting and so cute, city pigeons looking for lunch. As the first crumb drops, it’s every pigeon for himself - hoping to score the biggest piece. Pigeons are all over the world, I know. In Riga, Latvia, I am convinced they...

city pigeons

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Into the Woods

RasmaSandra @RasmaSandra (95251) • Daytona Beach, Florida 24 Feb

There are many different woods to explore in the suburbs of Riga, Latvia. Most of them take you in a green and magical world where it seems you are miles from civilization. You can find large moss-covered rocks, like the one I am...

the woods of latvia

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The Central Market

RasmaSandra @RasmaSandra (95251) • Daytona Beach, Florida 23 Feb

The best shopping in Riga, Latvia, was never at the supermarkets. It was at the Central Market in the Old Town. The food came from the surrounding farms and was always fresh. There were also imports nicely displayed. More of...

seagull at market

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Ready for My Closeup Mr. Demille

RasmaSandra @RasmaSandra (95251) • Daytona Beach, Florida 22 Feb

The title comes from a famous movie line. I made sure this duck got his closeup. How close have you been to a duck taking a picture? I was at the edge of the pond and then pulled in the photo. I got one beady little eye too. The...

getting close to a duck

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The Gold Pig

RasmaSandra @RasmaSandra (95251) • Daytona Beach, Florida 21 Feb

Many moons ago, in fact, I don’t remember how many or where we were, but Martin and I went to a festival in a town in Latvia. Since between us my nickname was Ruksis or Piglet, I just had to have my photo taken by this giant gold...

me and the gold pig

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The Moonwalk

RasmaSandra @RasmaSandra (95251) • Daytona Beach, Florida 19 Feb

Probably when you hear about this dance Moonwalk you think about Michael Jackson. This technique was actually inspired by Jeffrey Daniel of Shalamar, who performed it on British TV in 1982. Jackson first performed it during the...

doing the moonwalk

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Kicking Up Your Heels

RasmaSandra @RasmaSandra (95251) • Daytona Beach, Florida 18 Feb

One of the liveliest dances, the can-can, is of French origin and usually performed onstage by four women. The dance is known for its high kicks and became popular in Parisian dance halls, particularly the Moulin Rouge in Paris,...

doing the can can

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