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Stumbled upon this scene—a quiet, simple interaction between human and nature.
Monitor Lizard
Monitor lizards can get quite large—some species, like the water monitor (Varanus salvator), can reach lengths of up to 2-3 meters (6-10 feet). They are impressive reptiles and definitely among the larger lizards in the world.
ZONGZI SEASON IN FULL SWING
Spotted this vibrant stall at our local pasar malam (night market) prior to the Dragon Boat Festival on May 31st. There were so many delicious varieties of zongzi to choose from, all beautifully wrapped and full of festive flavour. 
Amid the stacks of zongzi, the tiny mouse helpers worked their magic—carefully wrapping and tying each one with delicate precision.
Dinner - Tonkatsu
DALMATIAN COAST
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The woman and goose is sweet!
ReplyDeleteThat is a huge lizard, I wouldn't want to get too close.
I love your Father's Day mice!
Those dumplings are looking good :-)
ReplyDeleteLovely food and scenery -Christine cmlk79.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteThe interaction between the woman and the goose is a lovely capture of a moment.
ReplyDeleteWhat a huge lizard. The ones we have here are small, but I still don't like them.
The dumplings look delicious.
Have a wonderful weekend, Veronica.
idk what is it zongzi but it looks tasty :D
ReplyDeleteAngelika
This is a beautiful series of photos.
ReplyDeleteThe food looks delicious again and the AI mice are cute.
I wish you a nice weekend.
Greetings Irma
The last mice photo, how cute and I love it.
ReplyDeleteInteraction of humans and animals is interesting, however a black swan took after me once, for me no reason but for the swan there was - if only it could have spoken.
Interesting food, I sometimes use Panko breadcrumbs.
The dumplings look lovely too.
Take care.
Thanks for your sharing
ReplyDeleteAll your food looks so yummy! I love those photos from the travel diaries. You have been some really lovely places.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos, Veronica. The landscape is so lovely. I enjoy your mices a lot!
ReplyDeleteHave a nice weekend!
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ReplyDeleteI think most people wouldn't like to meet a Varanus salvator in their backyard.
DeleteI like the pictures of the landscape.
Have a nice weekend!
I got hooked on tonkatsu when I was in Japan but have never been able to make it well here. I suppose because I don't deep fry, just pan fry. But it's so good. And I miss miso soup, too. I should get some packets at the Asian market. It reminds me it's time for yakitori and somen again!
ReplyDeleteThe father and son mice are just the cutest, Veronica. May all dads enjoy a beautiful day this Sunday. Blessings!
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ReplyDeleteThe monitor lizard is impressive. The mice packed the zongzi with such diligence. The tonkatsu looks very good too.
I wish you a nice weekend.
That is ONE long lizard! That is an awesome picture of it. The breaded deep fried pork looks delicious. I just remembered Father's Day was this Sunday. I hope the June days are being good to you.
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Great images. I had not heard of zongzi or tonkatsu.
ReplyDeleteMe dio ganas de la comida. Y me gustaron los animales. Te mando un beso.
ReplyDeleteI wish those little mice would have told me more about what zongzi is! I will just have to go and ask Mr Google (fortunately he is right here in front of me ;>))/ Loved the dinner photo and description too . And I thought that Monitor Lizard was an alligator or crocodile for a minute! We have big lizards around here in Florida too, but not that big!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your photos and thoughts! I wouldn't want to be near those reptiles, I'm scared!
ReplyDeleteYour mice are as cute as ever. Since food varies so much from country to country, that Japanese dish must be delicious! Happy weekend! Hugs, Veronica!
Thanks for the Father's Day wishes. How scary would it be to run across a Monitor lizard in the wild??!
ReplyDeleteVeronica Lee, I also wondered about what zongzi was made of and learned from online sources that it's sticky rice.
ReplyDeleteIl tuo post ha delle foto bellissime.Grazie
ReplyDeleteHello Veronica,
ReplyDeleteGreat photos of the Monitor Lizard and I love the swans!
The coastal scenery is gorgeous. I have never heard of Zongi.
I am sure the mice enjoyed helping, they are cute.
Thank you for linking up and sharing your post.
Take care, enjoy your day and have a great week.
PS, thank you for leaving me a comment.
I don't see lizards of that size in everyday life in Florida. We have loads of little ones which I don't mind. I must admit I did see a 5 ft one in south Florida once years ago sunning on a retaining wall by a canal. He then slid in the water and disappeared. I hated to think he was somewhere in the water.
ReplyDeleteThe photo with the swan is incredibly moving. The Monitor Lizard is a little scary! I would keep my distance.
ReplyDeleteI love your little mice at the end! How cute. But that big lizard...I would not like to see that!
ReplyDeleteOh ~ awesome nature photos ~ especially the woman with the swan ~ thanks,
ReplyDeleteWishing you good health, laughter and love in your days,
A ShutterBug Explores ~ clm
aka (A Creative Harbor)
Pictures of the dalmatian coast is really breathtaking.
ReplyDeletebeautiful photos, have a good week :)
ReplyDeleteWow I had never heard of a monitor lizard before.
ReplyDeleteLiebe Veronica,
ReplyDeletewow das sind ja wirklich riesige Exemplare die es da gibt, das wusste ich nicht. Ich nehme dann das panierte Schweinekotlett und wickle mit den süßen Mäusen leckeres Tonkatsu. Danke für die schönen Küstenfotos von der Dalmatinischen Küste.
Herzlichst
Kerstin und Helga
I'd love to try a zongzi!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing these wonderful photos. That lizard is huge, the food looks tasty, and interesting photo the swan? goose? and the person.As usual, your ai mice steal the show for cuteness.
ReplyDeleteAll wonderful, yummy captures.
ReplyDeleteThe food at the stand is definitely not for me.
ReplyDeleteQue interessante essa matéria que acabei de ler, até compartilhei no meu Facebook. site oficial
ReplyDeleteJust passing by to wish you a wonderful week! Hugs
ReplyDeleteMore delightful images, very much enjoyed. Thank you Veronica!
ReplyDeleteThose lizards are super creepy looking and we prefer to see the AI mice :)
ReplyDeleteNice pictures
ReplyDeleteThat is a lovely photo of the woman and the swan. I didn't realise Monitor lizards grew so big! Beautiful photos of food and travel.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful shots and oh the food. I ate some of everything. Delicious.
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Have a fabulous Wordless Wednesday. Hugs. ♥
photos background of swan is fantastic .... love it.
ReplyDeleteThe mice always make me smile. So cute.Loved the pictures as always.
ReplyDeleteAww, what a precious AI picture of the little mouse fishing with his dad.
ReplyDeleteLove the top picture of the lady with the goose.
I had to Google to see what zongzis are made of.
The breaded, fried pork chops look delicious. I would definitely order those.
Would not like to have an encounter with that huge lizard though.
...Veronica, thanks for sharing this "delicious" post!!!
ReplyDeleteI'd be too scared to come near the animals even just the swan. But I like these photos.
ReplyDeleteCool pix! Smiles.
ReplyDeleteWhat an outstanding post, my friend, thank you for sharing it!
ReplyDeleteMay your day be filled with smiles
Daniela @ ~ My little old world ~
Dear Veronica,
ReplyDeleteToday I admire the photo with the swan and the woman, it looks so wonderful. At first I thought the lizard was a Komodo dragon - I've never heard from a "monitor lizard" ;-)
greetings
Kirsi
Hello Veronica,
ReplyDeleteOopsss...., my comment was on the previous blog post!!
Nice pictures. Great to see that Lizard. So special.
And what a wonderful places you have visit. The food looks amazing.
Many greetings,
Marco
Delightful
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