This post is in honour of the victims and survivors of the earthquake and tsunami which took place in Japan a year ago today.
I really wanted to participate in David’s great project to mark the anniversary of this natural disaster.

However, a complete absence of clouds here today I’ve taken a slightly different approach, featuring one of the beautiful birds who spend their time among the clouds.

To see other contributions to this project please click here.

...Wonderful Tribute borogovoi · 2012-03-11: 19:24

Helen, this is an amazing capture and speaks volumes. Sometimes the absence has such a statement to make. Beautiful Tribute. karmankwarner · 2012-03-11: 19:26

A beautiful stand in for the clouds, Helen. Beautiful! danrav · 2012-03-11: 20:06

I agree, quite beautiful! KatysPassionata · 2012-03-11: 20:15

This is much more bezutiful and breath-taking than a cloud! And maybe the absence of them will bode well for the people of Japan this next year! djnana · 2012-03-11: 20:28

flying free!! so beautiful! jennyLit · 2012-03-11: 21:27

Now thats a perfect capture very nice mystic1 · 2012-03-12: 01:15

I find this idea wonderful and you made a success. josy63 · 2012-03-12: 02:00

Fantastic capture! Great lighting and focus! I added this one into my favorites. Clouds Have not frontiers! Thanks a lot for your willingness and support! davidcardona · 2012-03-12: 10:16

can't complain about an absence of clouds!!! fabulous shot!! urmysunshine · 2012-03-12: 10:39

Majestic, can feel the wind ruffling his thoughts. :-)) va000119 · 2012-03-12: 14:26

Beautifully captured! Great color and clarity....great for the tribute! lookagain · 2012-03-12: 16:43

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