Thursday, January 26, 2012

U.S.A.: Cape Cod

Cape Cod, Massachusetts. An aerial view of the tip of the cape.
"A man may stand there and put all America behind him." Henry David Thoreau.

This postcard is filled with American history: Cape Cod,  Henry David Thoreau, Boston Tea Party, Johnny Appleseed, Asa Gray! I learned a lot by googling about all this stuff.

Private swap. Thanks, Erin!

Taiwan: I heart Taiwan

I heart Taiwan. Visit fabulous scenic spots.

http://www.postcrossing.com/postcards/TW-437478

Wednesday, January 25, 2012

U.S.A.: Bellatrix LeStrange

Wanted by the Ministry of Magic Bellatrix LeStrange. Bellatrix LeStrange is a known Death Eater. Convicted murderer. Fugitive from Azkaban. Approach with extreme caution!

Private swap. Thanks, Erin!

Ukraine: Hatred of enemies day

A group of Russian designers, photographers and illustrators made a big set of postcards (more than 400) for every day of the year. Every day is a holiday of commemorative day somewhere. July 13: Hatred of enemies day. I don't know what country. The card is funny :)

Private swap. Thanks, Maria.


Ukraine: Greetings from Ukraine

Poppies and rushnik (embroidered towel).

Russian postcrossing: http://postcross.ru/cards/received/UA-390557/
 

France: Vacances à Nice

Nice, Alpes-Maritimes. Côte d'Azur - French Riviera. La promenade des Anglais.

http://www.postcrossing.com/postcards/FR-186314


Germany: Example

Elliot John Gleave (born 20 June, 1982) better known by his stage name Example, is a British singer and rapper signed to Data Records. His name arose due to his initials being E.G., which is an abbreviation of the Latin phrase "exempli gratia", which means, "for example".

http://www.postcrossing.com/postcards/DE-1206806

Tuesday, January 24, 2012

U.S.A.: Smokey Bear

Only you can prevent forest fires. That message from Smokey Bear has paid off! Since '44 when the Forest Service began using Smokey Bear, the number of fires has decreased and the number of visitors has increased. This year, his 50th Golden Anniversary Smokey Bear says "watch out for forest fires"...

http://www.postcrossing.com/postcards/US-1494767

Netherlands: Foot print

Foot print. According to the sender this art was created by a 6-7 y.o. girl of a primary school.

http://www.postcrossing.com/postcards/NL-974326

Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Canada: Thunderbird Mask

Dwayne Simeon. Kwagiulth. Thunderbird Mask, 1997.
"Storms are frequent on the coast, always reminding me of the power, spirit and presence of the supernatural Thunderbird."

Canada-to-Canada tag. Thanks, moonlessnite!

Tuesday, January 10, 2012

France: Portuguese card

Aljezur, Portugal, sent from France.

http://www.postcrossing.com/postcards/FR-182802



Canada: Toronto

Yet another Canada card from my dear friend who was to Canada for the holidays. Does everyone know that this is a lake, not the sea? :)

Private swap. Thanks, Erin!


Canada: Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls card from my postcard pal, who was to Canada for holidays. Impressive! Haven't been to Niagara Falls yet...

Private swap. Thanks, Erin!



Monday, January 9, 2012

Portugal: Óbidos

Once the wedding present of a queen, the preserved medieval town of Óbidos lying 100 km north of Lisbon is without doubt one of Portugal's most classic walled settlements. Walking the ramparts, visitors can enjoy views of windmills, vineyards and surrounding farmlands. In the residential area below, narrow cobblestone streets are lined with whitewashed houses sporting terracotta roofs. The shops are piled high with local handicrafts, while in spring the town is ablaze with geraniums, morning glories and bougainvillaea.



Saturday, January 7, 2012

Finland: Asshole(1)

I don't know, what is this about, but the card is funny :) Looks like a fly card, but I'm not sure.

http://www.postcrossing.com/postcards/FI-1289468



Canada: Yonge streetcar

My lovely friend Erin went to Canada for the New Year's holidays and sent me this awesome card from Ontario.
The Hotel Victoria, then the Hotel Mossop, as seen from the Yonge streetcar line. Note the horse and carriage on the left. (1909).

Private swap. Thanks, Erin!



Russia: Happy New Year!

Russian New Year's postcard. It's good that Russian Post issues official holiday greetings postcards, not folded cards!

Private swap. Thanks, Marinka!



Russia: Summer harvest

Summer harvest, my favourite food :) An Atelier Nouvelles Images style card from a Russian manufacturer.

Private swap. Thanks, Marinka!




Russia: Khabarovsk

Lenin Square in my hometown, Khabarovsk. A favourite recreation place. Suprisingly, nobody drinks beer on this photo. It must be hard to find a street view picture of Khabarovsk where nobody drinks beer :)

Private swap. Thanks, Marinka!