Azulejo panel in Santa Maria church
The view from the bell tower
Wood carving panel in the museum
Food for thought?
A pretty doorstep
Thinking…
A sweet treat?
Waiting for the ferry
Meanwhile, waiting on the beach
A little beach art
And a marooned boat
I’m interpreting the Weekly Photo Challenge to suit myself this week. On Monday’s chilly walk I suggested that I still have a few warm Algarve images to share, and here they are in Variations on a Theme
Those of you who know me will have spotted that the theme is Tavira. I’m heading there this weekend and this will be my last post for a while.
I love the shadows on this one
But I love the close up too
I couldn’t leave without one more tribute to Paula. She works hard and still manages to bring us Thursday’s Special each week. Two views on the same subject. What do you think? Take care, till next time.
restlessjo 
Ir snowed last night so
I am really enjoying your colorful and warm photography this morning. Brightening and warming my world, Jo.
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That’s nice to hear, Ruth. It’s winter in the Algarve but snow almost never happens in this part of the world. They are getting a bit desperate for rain and there is a little in the forecast but we had a beautiful walk today. 🙂 🙂
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I was sure the theme was simply “sun”!! And I loved it.
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I like that theme, Lexie 🙂 🙂 It’s still early in the year here so the weather is mixed, but the blossom is on the trees, and I love it.
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Enjoy your trip to Tavira, Jo! Hope the weather is warm for you and you get plenty of walks in the sunshine. 🙂
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Hopefully off walking in the hills today, Patti. 🙂 🙂 There is a forecast for rain later but that could be 5 drops or 5000… we’ll see. The blossom’s out and it’s beautiful. Thanks, darlin!
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Enjoy, Jo! I hope the rain stays away. 🙂
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It did, Patti, but they really do need some. Any day but Tuesdays and Fridays would be fine. 🙂
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Beautiful photos of sunny Algarve Joanne.
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Hi Sami! 🙂 🙂 It’s good to be here, thanks.
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Fabulous take on the theme Jo! Would never have picked it and was going with blue as a theme until I got to the cat and hibiscus photos 🙂
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I realised afterwards that I hadn’t given much of a clue, Sam… it was obvious to me, of course 🙂 🙂
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Have a great time away Jo. Just finishing our adventures in Asia and will be home next week.
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I’ve seen a little on Instagram Sue but I’m trying to check out from social media for a while. Tavira is enough in itself. Have fun but take good care xxx
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Thank you for sharing these remaining Tavira Treats with us Jo. I especially love the framing in the first, the thinking feline (what is it about pictures of cats that captivate us so?) and the close crop on the hat shot. And I also love the hints of blue sprinkled throughout the predominance of the images. Blue is my color after all.
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It so is,Lisa. Enjoying some sinking rays of sun and then it’s a Fado concert xx
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😍 I hope you had a lovely time at the concert 🎶
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Ahh there you are now, enjoy! I’ve been up those steps by the way 🙂
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Sitting in a sunny square with a naughty wine and thinking about heading to a Fado concert. Could be worse darlin. Love you xx
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Cheers! go for the Fado, a perfect start to your stay,love you too xx
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Beautiful gallery! Blue sky, that’s what we need here…
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I’m hoping for the same when I get there Amy. At the airport now. Thanks xx
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I love those hats and the photos of Portugal are so bright and happy.
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Reminder to myself to buy a sunhat, one of these days, Suzanne 🙂 🙂
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Me too!
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Safe travels, Jo
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Thanks a lot, Ken! 🙂 🙂 Looking forward to it.
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Great photos!
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Thanks a lot! I love the place x
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Fun variation of photos Jo! 🙂
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I wanted to use these before I go back again Nicole xx
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Oh when are you going back Jo?
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We’re there xx
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Oh lucky you Jo! Enjoy your beautiful walks!
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Oh, it looks so beautiful. No wonder you are excited to return. Happy holidays.
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I do think it’s a special place but then I’m very biased, Carol. Thanks darlin xx
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Jo, these are so beautiful and full of warmth and sunshine…I just long to go somewhere with colour and sea! 😀 What an original idea for decorating the bridge, so colourful. Wishing you a very Happy Weekend. xx
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Thanks, hon! This time tomorrow I’ll be on my way. Must remember to buy one of those sunhats this time. 🙂 🙂 Have a great weekend!
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They were so tempting and I wish I needed one! 😀 Have a great time! ❤️
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Ein schöner Bericht Jo. Danke 🙂 🙂
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Vielen dank, Ernst 🙂 🙂
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Love this post Jo. I agree with you that Paula is fantastic that she still keeps us going while she is busy. The hats are a great subject 😀
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Hi, Brian 🙂 🙂 Yes, it’s no small task she sets herself, with 2 challenges to run. I know it’s escapism and she enjoys it but sometimes it can ger irksome. Glad you like the hats. I walk past this shop most days, in Tavira, and I always mean to stop and buy one.
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