Inspiring Photo: Green Piece #12753567

Green Piece

Uploaded: February 15, 2012 17:13:55

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Although less than 8 % of the original tropical forest in the Philippines is remaining in 2002, it is still possible to visit some tropical forests in the Philippines such as in Palawan. Despite the efforts of the government, the policy and measures to have a controlled cutting of trees, there are still illegal logging activities. Only on the island of Palawan the government succeeded to halt illegal and large-scale logging. fr: website ~ the Philippines

Exif: F Number: 6.3, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/60 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 100, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 9.30 mm, Model: DMC-LX3

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Tammy M. Anderson February 15, 2012

So sad to hear about the rainforest. Beautiful location and capture. So unique and lush looking. #1443579

Tiia Vissak February 16, 2012

a great view! #9984969

isabel C. Zepeda February 16, 2012

Reynaldo

Very nice view of that wonderful place,great clarity

Ysa...

It bring memories of my country,i enjoying your pictures #9985821

Carol L. Fowler February 16, 2012

Beautiful capture- love to see some rain forest still #9986134

Kitty R. Rodehorst-Hanna February 16, 2012

This is VERY beautiful, Reynaldo! :-) k #9986287

Heather Loewenhardt February 17, 2012

Beautiful contrast in tones Reynaldo. This looks like a glorious lace to photograph. It is sad when the illegal element thwarts the good intentions of others. #9986619

Val Feldman February 17, 2012

It's difficult to believe only 8% remains of the lush and verdant tropical forests of the Phillipines...and that percentage was in 20002! When will we ever learn...if ever? A wonderful capture and a magnificent sense of scale...noticing the tiny huts below the grand escarpment of rock and hanging vegetation! #9987021

John Connolly February 17, 2012

I am always saddened to see the loss of trees, Reynaldo! This is a beautiful scene, lets hope sanity may return one day! #9987735

Mary K. Robison February 17, 2012

It's bittersweet to see such natural beauty, and then read about how little of it is left, because of Man's destructive greed.
On a more positive note, Val's eyes interpreted the huts much better than I did, Rey, especially in the thumbnail photo. They looked like mushrooms to me!

Have an enjoyable weekend!
#9987896

Laura E. Swan February 17, 2012

This looks like a professional movie set or paradise, Rey. Why are they destroying all the beauty? My heart hurts hearing this!

Excellent job and reporting.
-Laura #9988109

Reynaldo D. Reyes February 17, 2012

Thank you all dear friends. It is indeed heart-breaking to learn that the devastation continues to this day. It's perhaps the reason the Filipinos are paying the price considering the floods and pollution, that more recently, have ravaged parts of the country. We can only hope and pray! #9988347

Robert R. Goodman February 18, 2012

Hi Reynaldo,Beautiful capture.Sure wish it was that green here.Very sad to hear of the loss of forest!!!! #9989219

Nancy L. Green February 18, 2012

What an interesting formation, VERY well composed and captured!! <>< #9989353

Ellen Hodges February 19, 2012

Gorgeous capture, but a sad story seen all over the world. Can't see why if they need to cut wood, the companies don't replant trees. Seem like that would help somewhat. #9991000

Lorna Shutter February 20, 2012

It is very sad that so little of the original rainforest remains in the Philippines, ... but it's not surprising considering man's blatant disregard for conservation and the preservation of Earth's natural beauty. This is a difficult lesson to learn, but today we are finally taking steps through reduction, recycling and saving energy through various means. Hopefully it is not "too little, too late". You captured the majestic serenity of this island with beauty to fill the senses! Excellent colour, clarity and detail ... and like Mary said ... the mushrooms really give this image perspective! Ha! Ha! Fantastic image, work and info, Reynaldo! :) #9991914

Laura E. Swan February 20, 2012

Now I am taking a closer look! Neat to see the huts and do you see the bridge, too, Lorna? :D #9992162

Reynaldo D. Reyes February 20, 2012

Thank you all dear friends for looking and the concern for the environment. It's greatly appreciated. #9992194

Lorna Shutter February 20, 2012

I saw two, Laura! :) #9992213

Laura E. Swan February 20, 2012

(GASP! I see the second one now, too, Sis! I needed my stronger glasses) :)

Rey, all fun aside, I can't believe what humans do to this planet. I am in deep mourning over the tropical and temperate Rainforests being pillaged down for money and power.

The loss of life and species, (animal and plant), medicines, and the ruining of peoples way of life for thousands of years...The climates...destroyed. All for what?

We were given this beautiful planet to love and enjoy and take care of. To honor. The greed over the almighty dollar destroys all things good and innocent. :(

I've been recycling for years now and it still doesn't seem like enough. It's what I can do and what we can all do but like Lorna said...maybe it's too little, too late?

It's the big POWERFULS of the Earth that need to stop what they are doing. That would make a huge difference in saving what little is left. #9992230

Reynaldo D. Reyes February 20, 2012

Thank you so much Lorna and Laura. I'm a firm believer that great things happen from the smallest things that we do like recycling and energy conservation and also sharing with others the need to save the environment. Just like the Parable of the Mustard seed which is one of the parables of Jesus, "The Kingdom of Heaven is like a grain of mustard seed, which a man took, and sowed in his field; which indeed is smaller than all seeds. But when it is grown, it is greater than the herbs, and becomes a tree, so that the birds of the air come and lodge in its branches."Matthew 13:31–32]. This suggests that the growth of the kingdom of God comes from tiny beginnings and evolves to worldwide size... Our efforts likewise are never too little or too late. Regards to you all and take care. You guys are so precious. #9992439

Laura E. Swan February 20, 2012

So beautifully said, Rey! #9992461

Lorna Shutter February 20, 2012

Wonderful analogy, Reynaldo! It also says in Luke 1:37 that "Nothing is impossible with God" ... so let's not give up trying! :) #9992544

Reynaldo D. Reyes February 20, 2012

Thank you so much. Amen! #9992625

Erika G. Gossett February 22, 2012

Beautiful capture, Reynaldo! But a realy sad story! #9996477

Wm Nosal February 22, 2012

So Sad!
Wonderful Shot, Reynaldo! #9996764

Patrick Rouzes February 23, 2012

Very beautiful shades of greens, tones, textures, clarity, detail, & mood here, Reynaldo! Hope it is not too litlle too late! Thanks for sharing, my friend! #9998382

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