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Trucking along.

#Periwinkle #RedSandBeach #JPegsFolder

Trucking along.

#Periwinkle #RedSandBeach #JPegsFolder

Trucking along.

#Periwinkle #RedSandBeach #JPegsFolder

Trucking along.

#Periwinkle #RedSandBeach #JPegsFolder

Trucking along.

#Periwinkle #RedSandBeach #JPegsFolder

Some really good ideas here... Replacing #TallGrasses with #Sedges, getting rid of #Periwinkle (though maybe not all of it, since it is an early flowering plant), replacing #Pachysandra with #SweetWoodruff, etc., etc.

17 #TickAttracting Plants You Should Avoid In Your Yard (And What To Grow Instead)

By Hattie Grigsby
July 15, 2025

"A stunning yard shouldn’t double as a tick playground—but surprisingly, some popular landscape plants invite them in. Dense groundcovers like pachysandra or #ivy create cool, shaded spots where ticks love to hide, making your outdoor space riskier than it looks.

"Swapping those out for smarter choices can make a big difference. Consider tick-resistant alternatives like #lavender, #rosemary, or ornamental grasses—plants that still offer beauty without creating cozy tick hangouts. Plus, many of these double as #PollinatorFriendly and #DroughtTolerant options."

https://positivebloom.com/tick-attracting-plants-you-should-avoid-in-your-yard-and-what-to-grow-instead/

#SolarPunkSunday #TickRepellents #SpendTimeInNature #BeSafeOutdoors #TickSafety #Gardening

At first blush, pop music and progressive rock might seem too contradictory to be combined effectively. While the former prioritizes immediate accessibility, the latter prizes unconventional artistic expression. Even so, several Norwegian bands are finding immensely original ways to reconcile these differences. Moron Police and Meer have been showered with heaps of deserved praise by my colleagues, but I discovered my personal favorite of the bunch tucked at the very end of GardensTale’s Top Ten(ish) of 2022 list. Major Parkinson’s Valesa – Chapter I: Velvet Prison quickly became one of my most beloved records of all time with its inimitable charm and wit. All permanent band members have returned for Valesa – Chapter II: Viva the Apocalypse!, which is particularly relieving given vocalist Jon Ivar Kollbotn’s heart attack while performing on stage a few years ago. I’m grateful that the full crew is still here to delight audiences once more.

If there’s anything predictable about Major Parkinson, it’s their unpredictability. While the chimeric fusion of synth-pop and prog rock of Velvet Prison was drenched in 80s nostalgia, Viva the Apocalypse! feels somewhat more modernized. The guitar lines (Øystein Bech-Eriksen and Sondre Skollevoll1) are much more prominent and flashy, with full-on solos in “Showbiz” and “Superdad.” In fact, pretty much everything about Viva the Apocalypse! is flashy. Lars Christian Bjørknes’s2 piano keys that featured prominently in prior albums are mostly replaced by glitzy synths, frequently underscored by blazing trumpets3 and smooth saxophone.4 Brand-new guest vocalist Halie’s husky singing complements Kollbotn’s gravelly yet velvety tones extremely well. His voice has only become richer over time, bathing my ears as if with warm honey.

Valesa – Chapter II: Viva the Apocalypse! by Major Parkinson

Major Parkinson has always been defined by duality, but on Viva the Apocalypse! it’s sharper than ever. The first half of the record is full of ridiculously catchy, quirky arrangements and carefree curiosity. There are even sprinklings of funk (“Superdad”) and gospel (“Showbiz”). “Viva the Apocalypse!” is the climax of this feverish party, as trumpets, upbeat electronic tunes, and guitar riffs blast with reckless abandon. But something about all this mirth doesn’t feel quite genuine, and the second half of Viva the Apocalypse! grows more hostile as the mask starts to slip. “Karma Supernova” begins with ominous bass notes that intertwine with guitar and synth lines to signal something sinister approaching, with Sondre Veland’s drumming sporadically becoming frantic as tension builds and releases. His frenzied kitwork and the whirring synth tone at the end of “Maybelline” give the vivid impression that the record is about to self-destruct.

As different as the individual elements are on Viva the Apocalypse!, Major Parkinson again weaves them together into a unified and unique experience. I miss the eccentric interludes from Velvet Prison, but other songwriting tricks have carried over. As before, Viva the Apocalypse! leans on simple recurring lyrics to tie the tracks together with tickling déjà vu. Examples include “The world is on fire, and you look so beautiful” (“Superdad,” Kiss Me Now!”), and “Free drinks for everyone!” (“Showbiz,” “Karma Supernova”). I particularly love the one-two punch of “Superdad” and “Father Superior,” which (as their titles suggest) are deliciously complementary, both musically and lyrically. However, I’m less enthralled by Kollbotn’s unsettling shouting match with returning vocalist Peri Winkle in “Maybelline,” which contrasts starkly with their gentle duet in “Kiss Me Now!” Despite the powerful artistic statement, these closing tracks are more difficult to appreciate musically.

In many ways, Viva the Apocalypse! is Major Parkinson’s most incendiary chapter to date. It’s more technically impressive—the drums and guitars in particular get their chance to shine brightly. Once again, they have cleverly evolved their sound and leveraged a diverse supporting cast to enrich the musical environment. The first half of Viva the Apocalypse! is a fantastic dream from which I don’t want to wake, but the second half is meaner and less emotionally gripping for me. Still, there is something special going on here, just like in Norway’s prog scene as a whole. If the world is on fire, I’m glad that Major Parkinson is around to give us a good time as it goes up in flames.

Rating: 3.5/5.0
DR: 7 | Format Reviewed: PCM
Label: Apollon Records
Websites: majorparkinson.bandcamp.com | majorparkinson.com | facebook.com/majorparkinson
Releases Worldwide: March 13th, 2026

I designed Periwinkle’s makeup for IT : Welcome to Derry. Got a call as I was storyboarding since I’d come up with the Pennywise makeup. Keep it in the family. Included are some of the many designs as it was developed #itwelcometoderry #welcometoderry #periwinkle #pennywise #procreate #ipadpro

I designed Periwinkle’s makeup for IT : Welcome to Derry. Got a call as I was storyboarding since I’d come up with the Pennywise makeup. Keep it in the family. Included are some of the many designs as it was developed #itwelcometoderry #welcometoderry #periwinkle #pennywise #procreate #ipadpro

I designed Periwinkle’s makeup for IT : Welcome to Derry. Got a call as I was storyboarding since I’d come up with the Pennywise makeup. Keep it in the family. Included are some of the many designs as it was developed #itwelcometoderry #welcometoderry #periwinkle #pennywise #procreate #ipadpro

I designed Periwinkle’s makeup for IT : Welcome to Derry. Got a call as I was storyboarding since I’d come up with the Pennywise makeup. Keep it in the family. Included are some of the many designs as it was developed #itwelcometoderry #welcometoderry #periwinkle #pennywise #procreate #ipadpro

Madagascar Periwinkle flowers, covered in tiny water droplets from a sprinkler. LA Arboretum, Arcadia, California, USA. October, 2025. #laarboretum #flower #flowers #periwinkle #madagascarperiwinkle #flowerphotography #bloomscrolling #nature #naturephotography #amateurphotography #photography #omsystem #om1 #mzuiko300mmf4

Marine gastropod tracks - mostly a mix of Topshells, Periwinkles, and Dogwhelks.
County Clare, Ireland.

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#wildatlanticway #walkingtours #discoverireland #keepdiscovering #marinelife #biodiversity #topshell #periwinkle #dogwhelk #Ireland

Mothman is currently not mothing owing to being on holiday on the Scilly Isles with Mr Mothman Spouse. Mothman did some rock posing and we found some rather stunning shells.

#holiday #ScillyIsles #shell #periwinkle #rock #alttext

Puccinia vincae ex Vinca major

#Puccinia #Pucciniavincae #Vincamajor #Vinca #GroßesImmergrün #periwinkle #pervenche #pervinca #rust #rustfungus #rostpilz #rost #mushroom #mushrooms #fungus #fungi #pilz #pilze #champignons #champignon #nature #natur #FungiFriends

Three good things today:
- Some of our periwinkle flowers are starting to bloom. I took a picture of one of them.
- I had a calm, reasonably productive day at work today.
- My three year old son confidently saying "today" when he means "tomorrow". He even clarifies by saying "today, after we go to sleep and wake up" and will correct me if I attempt to correct him. I find it funny 😁.

#threeGoodThings
#bloomScrolling
#periwinkle

More From Today's eBike Ride

Canon R7 Mirrorless - Canon EF-S 18-135mm Lens

#Photo #Photography #Cherries
#Flowers #Periwinkle #Pear #MILC
#Mirrorless #CanonR7 #GiMP

From Today's eBike Ride

Canon R7 Mirrorless - Canon EF-S 18-135mm Lens

#Photo #Photography #Cherries #Flowers #Periwinkle #Fungi #MILC #Mirrorless #CanonR7 #GiMP

keadamander (@[email protected])

https://pixelfed.social/p/keadamander/811563890162974334

> Rain-Kissed Petals Canon RF 100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM #photography #canon #macroflower #flowerphotography #naturelovers #periwinkle #raindrops #closeupshot #botanicalbeauty #wildflowers #macro_perfection #floral_magic #springvibes #macro_captures #naturephotography #plantlover

Periwinkle Daisies...yes!

Words Of Wisdom from Max Ehrmann

https://fineartamerica.com/featured/desiderata-32-words-of-wisdom-art-sharon-cummings.html

#words #wordsofwisdom #life #lifelessons #growingup #adulting #children #teens #teen #teenager #young #youngadult #graduation #graduating #home #inspiration #inspirational #motivation #motivational #encouragement #encouraging #gifts #giftidea #giftideas #fedigiftshop #homedecor #homedecorating #interiors #interiordecor #interiordecorating #interiordesign #periwinkle #poetry #floral #floralart #flower #flowers

A group of Limpets a Beadlet Anemone a couple of Periwinkles and some Topshells all crowded together in this wee corner to shelter from the recent stormy weather. Once the sea settles down a bit they'll all move out to look for food.

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#wildatlanticway #walkingtours #discoverireland #keepdiscovering #marinelife #biodiversity #Limpet #periwinkle #topshell #beadletanemone #Ireland

Scattered seashells - mostly Limpets, Barnacles and periwinkles. County Clare, Ireland.

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#wildatlanticway #walkingtours #discoverireland #biodiversity #marinelife #Limpet #periwinkle #Barnacles #Ireland

A Chiton (possibly Lepidochitona cinerea) and a Common Periwinkle (Littorina littorea), County Clare, Ireland.

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#Chiton #periwinkle #Ireland

Our periwinkles are simply stunning this spring. #periwinkle #gardeniong #groundcover #SpringIntoArt #ModernArt #ArtistonMastodon #FineArt #MastoArt #SpringForArt #Fediart #Kunst #ArtBooster #SonyA1 #AYearForArt #Art #Artist #LoveArt #IrisRichardsonArtist #ArtCollector #ArtMatters #mastoart #FediGiftShop

For sale in my ArtHero gallery

A mixture of Limpet (Patella vulgata) and Periwinkle (Littorina littorea) trails give an idea as to the extent of their movement between tides. County Clare, Ireland.

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#wildatlanticway #walkingtours #discoverireland #keepdiscovering #lowtidetreasures #shorefinds #failteireland #marinelife #biodiversity #trails #snailtrails #Limpet #periwinkle #Ireland #irelandtravel

Greater Periwinkle, also known as Sorcerer’s Violet, Creeping Myrtle, Joy on the Ground, and Devil’s Eye. Periwinkle contains vincamine, used as a cerebral stimulant. The plant represents early recollections, memories, and sweet remembrance. One snippet of folklore suggests that gazing at periwinkle flowers would restore lost memories. #FabulousFolklorePodcast #FolkloreThursday #Folklore #PlantLore #Flowers #FolkloreBlog #Periwinkle #Plants

#periwinkle, #lambsears and other greenery adorn this entrance way at #chadstone shopping centre #Australia.

Competing with retail marketing, post Xmas sales and crowds, I do wonder how many actually observe this beauty.

Some do. I’m certain if it!

🙏💖

#urbanflora #flora #gardening #garden #melbourne #aesthetichedonist #januaryjoy #gardeningAU #gardening #narrm #victoria #Australia #godmustbeabotanist #makesmehappy

Only 5 days left of my 2022 favourite photos round up! This is a egg capsule of A flat periwinkle (either Littorina fabalis or obtusata). Look closely and you can see the little shells of the babies!

#marinebiology #marinebiologyuk #northnorfolkcoast #northsea #sea #ocean #biology #wildlife #nature #intertidal #rockpools #rockpooling #periwinkle