Monday, November 8, 2010

One Year of Landscapes of a Life, Thanks for Going The Road with Me








Next November 11th this Blog will turn 1 year old and what a wonderful journey it has been. A journey that began with lots of good will, crazy dreams but above it all, with faith. And of course, feeling nervous and sometimes hesitating, i use to wonder my self sometimes "would there be somebody interested in following the adventures, in watching the little frames of light, that conforms the landscapes of a life?" A humble anonymous life, but maybe not that anonymous anymore as i have had the HUGE privilege of discovering and get acquainted with so many wonderful people, (yes, i´m talking about YOU ALL)  that if somebody had told me about it a year ago, definetively i hadn´t been able to believe it at all. And there is no doubt that has been the best thing this blogger experience has offered me, the best present anyone could receive, the people, the faces, the voices and one thousand priceless experiences, words, comments and stories you all have shared. You and only you give life to this blog. It has been a road plenty of experiences, of new lessons to be learned, fades of all kind, joyful moments and disappointments. All sort of contrasts , like the very life itself. I wrote then in my first post "there are not a more heroic, unbeliveable, valuable, FANTASTIC history in this world, than the history that we all , you and me, write day after day. Suffering, smiling, walking, living and why not? dreaming. A long road is still to be walked, and it is exciting to think on what is yet to come, what kind of colors and faces are to be discovered. . ."





But wish not to bore you, and rather say THANKS to every one of the outstanding characters that have been part of this tale, that i wish never to get to an end.

Owen, Henk, you great guys and friends, the first adventurers i found in the vast sea, when i had just recently gone sailing. Thanks for being part of this since the beginning, for believing and encouraging me to keep on going. I will never forget about all the nice moments. =)

And to all my fantastic unbelievable NORWEGIAN crew, you guys are incredible and everyone of you deserves and special place in my thoughts now.
Gry, you, with your lovely pictures plenty of magic and "kjempenydelig stemning" which gave me the inspiration for starting my photo adventure, you have been also since the beginning here, thanks for believing and for all your support and encouraging words. May your live be as colorfull as your pictures. And thanks to Viking as well, give him a hug.
Charlotte, master of light, a genius in your art but above it all a wonderful mom. Thanks as well for following since when this blog was a baby, a not so cute and pretty as those you catch with your camera, for all the lessons and inspiration your works give. Please follow transforming the people you photograph, into angels and fairies.
Anne!!  oh Anne of mine, who with your happiness? who with your energy that can be feel across the distance? Thanks for sharing all that joy and positive attitude, for your always kind and golden words. A big hug to you, the finest Huldra, the only one magical lady of the forest!! YES, Ut på tur, aldri sur!!
And of course, what it could be of this blog without all of you?? Dagrun, Viola, a life of love and peace you may always have, Valkyrien, Tommy, ToneRune K. my friend, takk for alle nydelige kommentare og for venskapet ditt, Berit, you sweet Berit, Rune E, John and Lene and then again to ALL the extraordinary crew of my beloved Norway, thanks for the memories!! And hope to see you for many more years.
And of course, the Swedish crew as well, Niklas, you gifted photographer, may all your dreams come true, Nina, you always colorful Nina, and Mats, all the best for you and success in your life!!  =)

Thanks Elisa for being a dear friend and for all those pictures of your charming Finland, you have been also such an incredible friend and i wish to see you and your blog forever. Susanne, another dear and special friend, thanks so  much for all the nice things, thoughts, wishes, comments and hugs but above it all, also for your friendship and for being the fantastic person you are, this blog wouldn´t be the same without you. The biggest and warmest hug for you :)
William Michaelian, thanks, another incredible friend and master of the words, yes, i got to say it again, you are going a legend and is a pleasure to have built this bridge between our worlds. All the best for you, always.
Elisabeth, another outstanding writer, mother, and woman. Thanks for sharing and for all the wonderful words, that believe me, encourage me and fills me with energy and happiness, all the blessings for you and your family.
Denise, not only a super visual artist, but also a wonderful woman and a beloved friend of mine. Thanks for joinig and being part of this. Thanks as well for your happiness and your color, a color that flows not only from your creations but from your words also. I send you my best wishes, and of course, a hug for you and yours, thanks, many thanks.
Thanks also to Laura, lots of inspiration for you and will love to see more and more of your art, Robert, my best regards for you all the way to Canada and hope to keep on enjoying your pictures who inspire to reflexion.
Thanks also to T. Beque, Wind, Gabriella, Georgiana, Amatamari, Adelina, and all the people that have joined, i hope to see you the year and the years to come, and enjoy with your art, your comments, and your friendship.

Daniel D. and Peter R, you know you also deserve a special mention
Bedankt vrienden, voor uw steun, vriendschap, uw bedrijf, voor alles, mijn bende uit CoS, altijd in mijn gedachten en kan ik kan genieten van uw aanwezigheid voor het leven. Al het beste voor je medemens!


And finally, thanks to life, for you, "muruseni", lady of the blue light. The best thing that could happened in my life was to find you, that best thing, your light and friendship, the best coincidence, to find you when in my journey. A moon which shone in my darkest nights until transforming them into the brighest days. My only and biggest wish, that you may have a happy life, a life of blessings and angels by your side.
I am the most happy, the most lucky guy, for sharing this world where you live.
Yes, will never stop saying it, thanks for exist. 

Well, a year has come to an end, like the day, the sun is going down the horizon, but many new mornings are yet to come, either in this life, or in the eternity.

Thank you indeed for joining to this ride!!


All the best
With a hug and a shake of hands.
Truly yours

Alberto Oliver.

36 comments:

Zondra Art said...

Beautiful!!!

Regards.

Daniel said...

Hej Alberto,

Gratis på födelsedag!!
För din blog naturlige.

Jag hopp du skriva mer berättelser och fotografera mycket mer bra bilderna.

Bare bilder - Pictures only said...

Alberto, du er en skjønn person, og selv takk for alt det fine som du deler.
Gratulerer med årsdagen for bloggen din.
Ha en fin dag og ei kreativ uke:)
Varm klem herfra:))

Dejemonos sorprender said...

Wa, a really nice picture! i loved it.. the lights is fantastic.. beautiful alfalfa field.

Georgiana Marin said...

First of all: Happy Birthday (in advance) to your blog!! Great images, beautiful words and nice people!

I'm really honored to be among your followers and your message impressed me very much.

This is indeed a beautiful journey!

Have a great week!! Georgiana

William Michaelian said...

Alberto, before I read your generous words addressing each of us by name, I was thinking how much I would be missing if I hadn’t found Landscape of a Life. During the time we’ve known each other, your vision has become part of my life; I thank you for that, and for the friendship and generosity you give so freely. Best wishes to you, and thank you again.

nouvelles couleurs - vienna atelier said...

happy birthday my dear!

like a lot your works, all your works

Rune (Bildebloggen) said...

Gratulerer så mye med dagen på bloggen Alberto :o) Du takker oss på en utrolig fin måte som gleder å lese, jeg takker deg for at jeg fant din blogg som er til både glede og inspirasjon, og en stor takk for at vi får være med deg på din fine reise i ord og bilder.

Ønsker deg en fin og fotografisk uke :)

Elisa said...

Oh Alberto ♥ Thank you for your beautiful blog and your kind words for me :) I think I have no words to describe it but I think you know what I mean ♥
BTW, greetings from Lapland and Santa :)

Adelina said...

Alberto Happy Anniversary!! you are a very special person and I always come to see your wonderful photos. Greetings.

all ways 11 o'clock said...

Alberto.

What a wonderful thing you have done. You bring people together and then you celecrate them unselfishly while displaying your own brilliant work.

Thank you my friend.

~robert

Two Tigers said...

Alberto, congratulations on this first year of your shared journey! And thank you for mentioning me even though I only joined you recently. I started my own blog journey 3 months ago, and I must say your site has been one of the happiest discoveries I've made, and continues to enrich the whole online experience with a quality of work and openness of heart that is not that common and should be duly recognized and applauded! Best wishes to you and keep up the good work!

Susanne said...

DU ÄR UNDERBAR :)

Så mycket GLÄDJE, VÄRME och OMTÄNKSAMHET dina ord visar...du visar. Jag är så glad för att jag fann din blogg. Du tänker verkligen på oss alla som följer din resa.

GRATTIS och tack för ännu en vacker bild och tack för alla dina underbara kommentarer.


JÄTTESTORA varma, varma kramar till dig min vän :)

Tommy Andre Nekkoy said...

Gratulerer med jubileum - This photo became one of my favorites - Cheers and well done

Anne said...

Ååå kjære venn. Jeg sitter her med gråten i halsen, men med et stort smil rundt munnen :-)

Skal si vi alle kan være utrolig heldige som har deg blant oss også Alberto. Bloggverden ville ikke vært det samme foruten skal du vite. Glad vi har funnet hverandre her ja, helt klart.

Dine kommentarer inn hos meg får meg alltid glad og de varmer tt hulder hjert skal du vite.

Varm klem til deg på ettårsdagen, og våg ikke å slutte!!!

Gla i dæ :-)

Dagrun said...

Gratulerer så mye, Oliver! Og tusen takk for å bli nevnt! Du er god du!

Og et vakkert bilde!

Owen said...

Alberto, many fine returns on this anniversary !

I am feeling like a million bucks to have been part of it, and seeing your very kind words here. This is a wonderful post and you have caught the essence of blogging very well, the hesitations, pleasures, the pains, just like life... absolutely. And wonderful to see you recognizing so many good people. Gry is indeed a fabulous photographer. Funny, in the early followers she and I are right next to each other. Her photos are magical.

Alberto, I can't tell you what a pleasure it is to see the kind words you leave, always warm and human. May the year to come be as rich and good as the year just passed, and many more years to come beyond. May you have good health and great happiness...

Denise Scaramai said...

dear friend Alberto,
first, congratulations on an anniversary!
LONG LIVE for "Landscape of the Life Photo Blog"!
I understand very well and I share all these feelings on the "start a blog and keep it."
It is a work of dedication which form a delightful circle of friends, interests, discoveries and many emotions!
I was thrilled to read your text, and find myself described as tenderly! thanks...
You're a great person, with feelings valuable!
What a privilege to be part of your story!

And your photos are wonderful because they were made for
'good eyes'.
We will certainly have many mornings beginning in our journey!

Thanks to you, my friend
a big hug! =]

henk van es said...

Dear Alberto,
Wish you a very happy first anniversary.
Thanks for your friendly words.I feel happy that I came along your blog when it was still in its very early phase. And I am still following your activities every day. Thanks for the nice comments we exchanged vice versa during last year.
And now: for another year.
All the best, Henk

amatamari© said...

Happy Birthday!
And that the life presents clear days where you can always find the right time for new pictures and new emotions!
:-)

T. Becque said...

Happy birthday Alberto! Yours is a blog that I look forward to visiting as your images are truly glorious (as is the photo on this post; it appears as if the plants are alive!). Thank you for sharing and being a part of my journey too.

Rizalenio said...

Happy Anniversary. Glad to have found your amazing photoblog via WIND. What an inspiring works. Awesome.

Congrats and happy anniversary again.

Wind said...

Hey Alberto!
I waited until today (11.11) to tell you Happy Anniversary to your blog, happiness and health to you!

You know why I am here, on your blog?
Because of your first post!
Apart from the welcome message you wrote I found this:

'...there are not good or bad photographers, there are a message, a thought, or a feeling to be shared. There could be a wonderful well done picture, but empty of inner emotion, on the other hand, a honest picture of everyday life could own a powerful energy that is worth to be both shared and enjoyed.'

This remains my motto for my blog!
Thank you , my friend!

Anyway, like a birthday gift I put your blog link on the top of my latest post, so you can get more friends to visit you!
Thank you as well for the great effort of this entry because I know what it means to put all those links in a post!
I hope that many, many years will come for us beeing toghether with all our friends around!
Thank you again!

Niklas said...

Grattis på ettårsdagen! Detta är en blogg som jag bara återkommer till hela tiden. Fortsätt så! Läcker bild, gillar reflektionen i glaset och den grönskande känslan, toppen!

Elisa Day said...

Grattis! Och tack så mycket, du skriver så vackert och visar så vackra bilder. Kram

Life Ramblings said...

what a fabulous landscape and a wonderful post to commemorate your anniversary. keep up the good work. you've such a beautiful blog.

Viola said...

GRATULERER med ettårsdagen din Landscape Of Life! :) Hipp hipp hurra for deg!! For dine kommentarer kunne jeg aldri vært foruten! Bare så du vet det! :) Du skriver alltid så positive og hyggelige kommentarer Alberto! :) Og takk for at du tok meg med her, det er godt å høre! :)

Dette bildet du har tatt her, det er helt fantastisk nydelig!! Og du har gjort en kjempestor jobb med å skrive alt dette, til en og hver. Nå tror jeg mange ble glad! Jeg takker igjen! :)

Her regner det i dag, grått i grått. Fuglene spiser solsikkefrø.. Og det er ikke så kaldt ute.. Jeg ønsker deg en super fredag og en herlig helg!
Masse hilsen fra Viola! :)

Viola said...

And of course- lots of peace & love on your Way - from me! :)

Wind said...

Please have a great week, you and your friends here!
Best regards from Romania!

Kenneth Larsson said...

Mycket fin blogg men inspirerande bilder och text. Gratulerar på årsdagen.

Mats Andersson said...

Stort grattis!!!!!!!!!!!!
Alltid lika roligt att besöka din blogg. Också roligt att läsa dina målande och positiva kommentarer. Kan nästan förstå att du är en väldigt varm o positiv människa.
- kör hårt ytterligare ett år nu :)

/Mats

Nina said...

Congratulations!!! And thanx for your kind words, I trully was touched! And thanx for sharing all your wonderful pictures! It is always a joy to visit you!
My best wishes to you!

Charlotte - FO² said...

Utrolig vakkert innlegg Alberto, jeg er så enig med alle ord du skriver. Gratulerer så masse med 1 års bloggen. Fantastisk flott blogg du har, elsker å komme innom å se bildene dine, og takker for kunskap du har delt med meg også. Og takker for at du nevner så fine ord om bildene mine.

Håper bloggen din vil forbli i maaaange år til. Gleder meg til fortsettelsen også :)

Stooor klem til deg

VALKYRIEN said...

Næmmen - gratulerer med 1-års dagen!! Den har gått meg hus forbi! Og tusen takk for at jeg er nevnt - ble jo helt rørt her...:)
Og du har så rett: en blogg er ikke bare det man selv skriver og fotograferer. En blogg er også alle de flotte bloggere rundt omkring i verden som titter innom og legger igjen en koselig kommentar. Og der er jo du også vet du! Med vakre bilder, gjennomtenkt tekst - og alltid en koselig kommentar til oss andre. Er ikke internett en fantastisk oppfinnelse som lar oss treffe hverandre på tvers av landegrenser? :)

Ser frem til mange nye flotte bilder fra deg! Klem!

sebi_2569 said...

beautiful photo,and beautiful blog; bravo

Tone said...

Nå ble jeg rørt, du... for at du nevnte meg også! Så glad jeg ble:) Jeg som har vært en slik elendig kommentator de siste ukene pga et ødelagt tastatur. Jeg har selvfølgelig fått besøk bloggeland, men ikke fått lagt igjen ord på bildene.
Vil takke deg også, Alberto... For du er en av de som legger igjen ord på bloggen min som viser at du setter deg inn i alle følelsene som ligger i innleggene mine. Du tolker innlegget i sin helhet, og ikke bilde eller ord hver for seg. Takk Alberto!
Og gratulerer så mye med 1 årsdagen på bloggen din:)
Ha en fin dag!
Tone