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Patriotic Pond
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A pretty simple scene that speaks volumes about the farmer who owns this land. I think he might be a disciplinarian, because he has the sheep trained to walk in single file behind their leader. They were out on maneuvers this day.

A possible entry for the contest.

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::photoeye68
12/10/15 11:34 PM GMT
Most excellent post.
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.casechaser
12/11/15 12:34 AM GMT
Great blues, greens, and reflections, Tick.

The devout cowboy lost his favorite Bible while he was mending fences out on the range. Three weeks later, a sheep walked up to him carrying the Bible in its mouth. The cowboy couldn't believe his eyes. He took the precious book out of the sheep's mouth, raised his eyes heavenward and exclaimed, "It's a miracle!" "Not really," said the sheep. "Your name is written inside the cover."
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::trixxie17
12/11/15 1:37 AM GMT
Excellent perfect crystal cleat reflection Tick - would be a great entry. (I'm still chuckling over John's sheep story above!)
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::tigger3
12/11/15 1:44 AM GMT
Love the story John, gave you. I say bravo to the gentleman who is not afraid to show his American spirit. Well taken, and works perfectly for the contest. tigz=^..^=
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.Starglow
12/11/15 1:55 AM GMT
So beautiful and lush is this scene, splendid photo.
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::Jimbobedsel
12/11/15 3:52 AM GMT
I couldn't even get my daughter to walk single file by herself! You have a great looking shot here with the reflections on the pond and the beautiful farmland. Excellent entry for the contest, I would say. Well done, Tick.
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::Ramad
12/11/15 7:54 AM GMT
Serene and beautiful scene with the bright green grass and water Tick. The sheep have been trained to eat the grass and leave exact 6" of it.
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::Dunstickin
12/11/15 9:18 AM GMT
Had the wrong specs on at first and thought the title said 'pathetic'...Ooops!

Sheep will always follows whichever is in front....I suppose the same can be said for some humans too eh...

Good possible.....good luck if you do decide to enter
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::corngrowth
12/11/15 11:51 AM GMT
Owd Fella Tick (OFT), the farmer must be a be a proud American.
If this will be your entry for the contest, Good Luck with it!

PS: I've enjoyed John's story above.
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::biffobear
12/11/15 12:57 AM GMT
Nice landscape view...R.
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::Constance52347
12/11/15 11:44 PM GMT
Beautiful in sentiment and simplicity!
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::mirto56
12/12/15 5:04 AM GMT
It's nice to see this farmer's patriotism reflecting beautifully in the pond. Well done, Tick.
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.GomekFlorida
12/12/15 10:00 PM GMT
That was Baaaaad. :)

He took the precious book out of the sheep's mouth, raised his eyes heavenward and exclaimed, "It's a miracle!" "Not really," said the sheep. "Your name is written inside the cover."
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.icedancer
12/18/15 7:56 PM GMT
I think this would be a fabulous entry if you would have put this one in. Serene and beautiful scene and outstanding reflections
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