After the barrels I headed over to the sunny side of the street, away from the River Lee and into the blocks of warehouses that populate the area. The old stone buildings ooze character and history when compared to the more modern warehouse constructions. It was on the back of one of these old stone walls that a cracked, antique looking Victorian drainpipe, surrounded by ferns, caught my eye. It was also catching the low sun, so off I went to work with the camera.
Often when I am not looking for anything in particular I find that I can be most rewarded. Hope you like it too.
Meticulous Mick 
Great shot and that photo has a ton of character.
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So glad you like the shot as while it is one I really like, was not sure how much it would appeal to others. Thank you, MM🍀
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Almost looks like a fallen tree with its bark peeling…
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Oops, somebody already said that!
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No problem, just shows that great minds…….💚
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A silver birch as some gave said…
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I got the best deal–didn’t even have to go looking far to be rewarded with *your* work! Great shot, Mick. The drainpipe looks a lot like a peeling birch trunk, especially when embedded in greenery like this. Nice bit of nature-made trompe l’oeil!
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I did get to breathe the nice fresh cold air mind. That reminds me, I need some gloves ❄️
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It looks like the bark of a silver birch tree 🙂
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Yeah, it’s incredible isn’t it. MM 🍀
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Another gorgeous one! Almost looks like a piece of wood!
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Thanks Dale, I was fascinated by this I have to say.. MM 🍀
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Beauty never fails to inspire. 🙂
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Thank you Vic, and I agree. Enjoy the weekend. MM🍀
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A lovely weekend to you too.
Warm regards,
Vic
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It must be inspiring to be around all of this beauty every day. When I finally make it to Ireland, maybe we can meet for a cup of coffee. It would be great to get an insider’s scoop on one of the most beautiful places in the world 🙂
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No problem, but for me I have to say there is beauty all around if we just stop[ to look. I can be your guide Kim, 🍀
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🙂
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It’s a kind of magic …
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It’s all there to see, you just have to open your eyes. 😎
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