Contest - week 5 - “Share and comment on your image.” Winner week 4
This week's contest theme is: “Share and comment on a photograph.”
This week's contest will be based on a photograph of your choice. Try to take an interesting photograph with a caption that helps us learn more about nature. Our content will always be based on nature, products, uses, etc.
It consists of sharing and commenting on a single image of your choice about the nature around you, with a text of at least 70 words.
Share and comment on your image.
Today I bring you an image of a plant called Zamioculca. It is a plant that, according to popular culture, brings good luck to the home where it is found. As you can imagine, this means that it is one of the most sought-after plants in my small nursery.
Popular culture has many friends, as the lyrics of a song from my country say. It has many friends because, even though people work hard, they give in to superstition to create an environment that opens the doors to abundant sales.
I especially respect everyone's opinion, but I trust my own efforts more and believe more in what I do than in what popular cultural trends can offer the world.
I invite you to share your unique image and also send us a text of at least 70 words to delight us with your anecdotes.
Don't forget to leave the hashtags. See you later in the comments. Check out other users' texts and participate.
Now I ask you to share your best image. The image you select is the only one you will post in the comments for this contest. Also, write a text of at least 70 words explaining your image.
I look forward to seeing your image and comment.
Use three hashtags when posting your entry: #ccc, #comment, and #write.
You can write in the language of your choice, as long as you include an English translation in both the comments and your entry.
Thank you very much for your interaction in the comments.
The winners of the previous contest that has just ended are…
@suryati1 - 1 Steem.
@sariana23 - 0,750 Steem.
@ wakeupkitty.pal - 0,500 Steem
Congratulations!
The Steem from her prize will be transferred to her wallet.
Greetings @wakeupkitty, Thank you very much for your support to the commentators.
The idea is to keep commenting as much as you want. The more you participate, the more chances you will have to win.
Use three hashtags when posting your entry... #ccc, #comment and #write
#Invite your friends.
Let's have fun and follow the rules!
RULES:
1.- Use the hashtags #ccc, #comment and #wewrite, in your participation of entry.
2.- Write your entry and comment in your preferred language, but always include an English translation. Otherwise, you may not receive a response. The administration of this CCC community requires that comments be written in English.
3.- The comment as a participating entry in the contest, must be at least 70 words.
The contest will remain open for 10 days. 26-12-25
I invite you to enjoy the contest with your photo and your comments.
Three prize:
First prize: 1 Steem.
Second prize: 0.750 Steem.
Third prize: 0,500 Steem.
@disconnect
16.12.25
This is red water lily, locally known as Shapla which is more than just a beautiful flower. It holds a deep cultural and emotional connection for Bangladesh since it is the national flower of the country. It floats gracefully on calm waters and represents purity, resilience, and the quiet strength of nature.
What makes Shapla truly special is its harmony between beauty and utility. Beyond its visual charm, it is a part of traditional Bengali cuisine. It is enjoyed by many as a nutritious and beloved food. This rare combination of aesthetic elegance and everyday relevance makes the flower even more meaningful.
Seeing this flower instantly reminds the images of rural Bangladesh, peaceful ponds, and a simple life which is closely connected to nature. This is not just a flower, but a symbol of identity, heritage, and tradition. It’s a reminder that some of the most powerful symbols are rooted in simplicity and authenticity.
#ccc #comment #wewrite
We have the water lily as well but most flowers are white/yellow or light pink. I once kept one in my aquarium but unfortunately the fishes didn't take good care of it.
Sorry to hear that. I kept my fishes in the money plant jar but unfortunately they couldn’t survive....So I keep them apart now... However, we also have the white, yellow and light pink species. And this red one is seen less than the others here too.
What type of fish do you keep?
I kept small fishes like gold fish (though their color was red and mix of white)... I Don't know their exact name actually... That was the first time I had something as a pet! And it was quite shocking for me that I couldn’t have more days with them....after several months, I got two budgerigars... Now I play with them....
Btw what are your fishes?
I believe those gold with white are also gold fishes just a bit different. I checked and they don't live in the wild.
I had and have tropical ones, said not difficult to keep but I have one bully who chases every fish out of the aquarium.
I am not sure if you can see this site but many you see here I had
https://www.aquariumvissenwinkel.nl/
The bully I still have is what we call a "sherry barbeel"
https://www.aquariumvissenwinkel.nl/zoetwater-vissen/barbelen
Now I think about an aquarium with just plants and who knows goldfish because they survive in cold water which wouldn't make them that vulnerable for the cold and if the electricity is shut off.
Wow....I just visited the site...I actually love the color combination of the bully one....At first when I didn’t read the names, I in fact liked this one most...BTW all others are also very impressive... Lucky to have them...and yes I'm not sure about the aquarium with plant only....I am scared of this issue actually...
If I decided what to do I keep you updated. I saw some cool videos of a man using old aquarium, soil of his garden. He even placed one in the window ceiling with lots of light. It took him 6 months to stabilize it and make it look great. For every issue and disease he searched for a natural solution (some fish or snails). If you ask me these are the best since nature is in balance.
Wow, what a surprise! You had a flower of this same species, how lucky!
I imagine it is a very expensive flower to acquire, in your city?
I have heard and read about this flower. I like how they release it on the surface of the water and then it springs up with so much glamour.
I imagine it is an Asian plant because where I have seen it is in documentaries from China.
Yes, you’re absolutely right. It is indeed an Asian aquatic flower and is found in many parts of Asia, including China, India, and Bangladesh. What you described is one of its most fascinating traits, how it gently rests on the water and then rises with such natural elegance.
It is very emotional and exciting to have these beauties that nature gives us and especially distinguishes the regions with their beautiful rarities.
I love these flowers and their colors.
Thank you for your participation and all the information you have presented to us regarding it.
You're most welcome. And of course thanks to you for arranging such a contest where I could share our heritage to the world.
Thank you for your support.
Such a great flower and entry!
Thank you so much. This flower is really magnificent and the meadowland looks great in the morning when thousands of flowers are bloomed.
You are so lucky, you have a meadow filled with them. I wonder how come they grow in the meadow since we have them grow in water.
Haha...I understand your thought...I should have been more clear earlier because it’s watery meadowland..
A super creative day/week
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@ wakeupkitty
These are the avocado seeds that I sowed at my house.Perhaps not many people know that avocados can improve fertility and allow women to conceive through this fruit therapy.
I still remember one of my relatives who had been married for about seven years but still didn't have children. They had also tried doctors and traditional medicine in the village, but to no avail.
One day, she met someone who suggested avocado therapy. Before bed, they would eat the avocado with sugar, without juice (just like that), and recite the prayer three times.
One avocado for the two of them (husband and wife) had only been on this regimen for two months and already showed results, and now they have three sons. Wallahu a'lam bishawab (Only Allah knows the truth).
Invite: @hafsasaadat90, @missyleo, @gondalbiya
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This is really an interesting and meaningful share. It’s lovely to see how you planted the avocado seeds at home and also shared a personal story connected to them. The experience you mentioned about your relative shows how sometimes simple natural remedies, along with faith and prayer, can bring hope and positive changes. Avocado is indeed a nutritious fruit, and stories like this remind us to stay hopeful and trust in Allah’s wisdom. Thank you for sharing this thoughtful and inspiring comment, and may your avocado plants grow healthy and strong.
It is important to make these types of comments that increase our knowledge about different cultures.
Learn to respect each other and know that just because we don't know it, that doesn't mean it hasn't become true for people.
Only God in his infinite wisdom gives us these plants so that we can discover the gifts that He gives us every day.
A super creative day/week
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@ wakeupkitty
Thank you very much for your support.
Terimakasih temanku atas komentar baiknya, ya itu pengalaman pribadi saudara saya.
Benih alpukat ini nantinya akan saya tanam di belakang rumah
It is important to make these types of comments that increase our knowledge about different cultures.
Learn to respect each other and know that just because we don't know it, that doesn't mean it hasn't become true for people.
Only God in his infinite wisdom gives us these plants so that we can discover the gifts that He gives us every day.
Your avocado plant is very leafy. I also have one of them planted in a pot.
I had no idea that in your country they have this belief, about eating it and fertility. And above all, know that it works for them. Something else to know about.
In my country, it is a plant that produces many fruits, and at the time when the greatest proliferation of avocados occurs, it is seen everywhere.
Here we consume it with all meals, accompanying it, or alone. With a little salt.
I particularly like it with both sugar and salt.
I have also tried it as a meringue, with a little banana. It makes a pretty delicious drink.
I think that Brazil is one of the countries that eats this product as a fruit and not as a vegetable, as we do here in my country, Venezuela.
We eat it for breakfast, lunch and dinner. With liquid or solid foods. It doesn't matter, it is a very delicious vegetable or fruit.
Itu bagus juga untuk sarapan tapi aku tidak tahan kalau tidak makan nasi jadi nasi yang paling utama untuk ku.
Ternyata di daerah anda ada juga pohon alpukatnya kalau di daerah kami paling banyak di Aceh Tengah kalau tempat lain aku tidak tahu dimana
Terimakasih temanku atas dukungannya 🙏🌹
Of course, the responsibility of every soul coming into this world is on Allah. Man certainly makes his own effort. And if Allah made this fruit the means of bringing children to the homes of your acquaintances. Then it is truly a fruit with magical effects. Because the period you mentioned is seven years. This is not less. I hope that this woman told you absolutely right. And indeed, avocado has such a powerful effect.
Of course my friend because he is my brother and I know all about him, yes this avocado fruit is really extraordinary, apart from being filling and healthy, it also has the properties to increase fertility.
I was very happy to learn about this fruit, that Allah Almighty has provided a cure for our suffering in this world, we just need to have the eyes to see.
Ya anda benar temanku
I would like to participate in this contest by showing and talking to you about this small thistle plant, which I commonly know as Holy Thistle. It is very common where I live, and it begins to appear when the rainy seasons begin. It is commonly the food of many birds, mainly wild pigeons.
This plant has a large number of thorns on its leaves, and if you try to touch it, it can prick you and is very painful. This plant is also medicinal, and in some countries, oil is even extracted from its seeds to make soap.
This plant is very curious; besides having very sharp thorns, if you manage to break its stem, it can exude a latex or sap that is yellow and sometimes even orange.
This plant is spectacular. I hope you enjoyed learning about its interesting features. See you very soon.
#ccc #comment #wewrite
Here in Venezuela there is a plant that I don't know, but I have read that it can be used to make soap and wash clothes.
This thistle plant really catches my attention, as it has thorns, so people who use its soap or medicinal benefits must be very careful.
I loved learning something new today.
Best regards.
Hi, thank you so much for leaving such a lovely comment. Here in my country, we also have a plant with the same characteristics as the one you mentioned; it's called lye and it's also used for washing clothes and making soap. I'm so glad you learned something new; it's always a pleasure to share interesting things with others. Thank you so much, see you later!
To be honest, as I mentioned, I don't know the name of that plant here in Venezuela.
Recently, a friend told me that when she couldn't afford to buy soap, she would look for that plant to wash her clothes.
When I have time, I will look up the name and characteristics of the plant.
Best regards.
There is a large family of soap plants. For example the chestnust belongs to it. I used the chestnuts for a very long time. Unfortunately, the trees don't grow everywhere and the nuts are only available during a short period a year.
Hi, you've inspired me to research these plants further. I thought there were only a few soapy ones, but just knowing that the chestnut tree belongs to this family made me curious.
Thank you for your support and for sharing this information.
Blessings.
In my country we only talk about a single plant, there must be more but I think there is one that many people know here.
I think it's called, Soap or "Jaboncillo"
In my country we only talk about a single plant, there must be more but I think there is one that many people know here.
I think it's called, Soap or "Jaboncillo"
Okay friend, thanks for commenting, have a good day.
I have also read about a plant where they make soap. I even read that during the soap shortage we had, people turned to that plant again. I hope someone brings it to the contest.
It would be interesting to learn more about this plant here in Venezuela.
@napito once told me that she knows about it and I even think she has used it as soap.
Hopefully she will show up and give us more information.
She will be welcome. She are cordially invited to the contest, @napito.
It's not a plant I've seen before. I find it interesting that its stem oxidizes and changes colors when cut.
In your country, what action do they use it for?
Thank you. Although this plant is well-known in my country, it's not widely used, though some people do use it. For what? Well, they use its seeds to trap pigeons with a system of traps, using them as bait. Of course, this is what I know about this plant; it may have other uses in other parts of the country where I live. Thanks for asking. See you later.
Despite having several uses and the plant is not useful, it seems to me that it should not be highly valued; It serves as food for birds and also to extract soapy products.
Thorny plants, which contain latex in their sap, have always seemed to me to hold a hidden medicinal treasure, waiting to be discovered.
That's right, my friend, sometimes plants that go unnoticed hide many spectacular secrets.
Thank you so much, see you later, my friend.
Thank you for sharing the valuable insight...I'm not sure but maybe I have seen this in my local area too. But honestly, I didn’t know that it is a medicine plant. So, always tried to keep distance from it!
Thank you for such a lovely comment, I appreciate it and I'm glad you know her. Goodbye, have a good day.
Gracias, thank you.
I am here again with the intention of participating in this excellent contest promoted by @gertu where we can share our photographs related to my beloved nature.
Those who know me know that I love to capture magical moments that nature gives us, and that is why every time I see a sunrise, sunset, or beautiful sky, I take the time to capture the moment.
I had the wonderful opportunity to spend Saturday with my friends at Francisco de Miranda Park, better known as Parque del Este.
I should mention that I hadn't been to the park in years, and the last time I went, I only made it to the entrance, but this time I explored the park in different directions.
Although we didn't see everything, I had the opportunity to visit the Independencia Bridge and take this extraordinary photograph of my beloved Cerro el Ávila, which is currently named Waraira Repano.
From there, you can see the Humboldt Hotel, located on Pico Ávila, also known as Pico Humboldt, which has an altitude of 2,250 meters above sea level, and the beauty that these mountains offer us from this bridge and other points within the park.
You can also see the Eastern Peak (2,640 meters above sea level) and the Western Peak (2,480 meters above sea level) and, of course, the Naiguata Peak, which is the highest at 2,765 meters above sea level.
I invite my friends @zorajaime, @mayberling, and @fannyescobar to participate.
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It is a beautiful landscape that forms Cerro el Ávila. The peak is called the same as that of the city of Merida, Humboldt, because it was this same person who climbed both peaks, hence its name. I really like the view of the Ávila from this angle.
Thank you for your participation and the information you have given us.
Hello friend, the truth is that, as I said in my previous comment, you can see Ávila from many places in Caracas, but from that spot the view is extraordinary.
I feel blessed to be able to enjoy this natural beauty without having to travel outside the city.
Best regards.
Thank you so much for your support of my participation.
Blessings!
Thanks a Lot for your invitation.
I miss so much My city.
I want visit it soon.
Best regards.
I hope you get the opportunity sooner rather than later.
I hope your dream comes true.
Hugs!
Me too.
Bye.
@gertu - please use this vote to make your prizes bigger.
Thank you very much for your support. So I will do it.
The photo above is the nature I like. Indeed, it's not real, but it does fascinate me, and I find the creativity it's made with awesome.
To those who love to have an aquarium, this is their chance. Although that little red fish is very expensive and meant to decorate a tree with, I do believe that it's altogether way more cheaper than a real aquarium. If real, you need way more than a watertank, water, plants, fishand food and lights. The plus of this one is you can decorate it in your own style and the fish will never get sick, eat from your plants. You don't need a heater or filter and the best of all is that if the power is switched off they won't die and... You can go on vacation without the stress of someone taking care of your watertank.
@lupega what do you think? @suryati1, how about you?
I love aquariums. I had a large fish tank a long time ago. Indeed, you have to take great care with their feeding, water, and general health.
I love your idea. The photograph is beautiful, and there's no reason for us to worry.
I love aquariua as well. I used to have three and it always went well. Next years without and I started with a very small bio one but it's a misery mainly because of the water quality and the the fact I can't keep it warm. Very frustrating. I think about making one like this, although I don't have those fish.
When you get one like this, I hope to see the photos, ha ha ha.
To maintain a biological aquarium, you must have the right conditions to avoid frustration.
If, I for sure share them. 😁
If I made one I let you know. By the way, I also thought about an aquarium without fish...just decoration and plants since my fish keep consuming the plants while I want the jungle.
A super creative day/week
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@ wakeupkitty
It definitely has to be without fish, because if you're not keeping an eye on their feeding, the jungle will just be a dream, hahaha.
I'll keep an eye on your aquarium, I'm sure it will look great on you!
Greetings.
It definitely has to be without fish, because if you're not keeping an eye on their feeding, the jungle will just be a dream, hahaha.
I'll keep an eye on your aquarium, I'm sure it will look great on you!
Greetings.
Wow! Even though those fish aren't alive, they're gorgeous! I loved the details of that place; it looks like a natural marine habitat. I tried raising fish once, but I wasn't very good at it; I think it was because they didn't have much space. @wakeupkitty, that place looks beautiful. See you!
In average space is not the biggest issue for fish, but the quality of water is (even light is not too important). If they poop they poison their own water unless there are plants using it next to that they need oxygen, so you need plants or an oxygen pump. The temperature of the water can also play a role.
You're absolutely right. Perhaps I wasn't successful raising them because I didn't have the right conditions, which is why I mentioned the space was small. Thank you so much, see you later.
The space is rarely the issue since in a small tank fish simply remain small.
In stores selling fish the average tank is 40 × 60 × 40 and those tanks are full, rarely a plant or decoration.
Back then I didn't have a pond or a water pump, so I decorated the bottom with stones and shells and used a glass jar as a fishbowl. I didn't have many fish, just two or three. I raised them well and loved them very much, but I don't know what happened; they died, and I was very sad, and I haven't raised any more since. Thank you, see you later.
Can be they died because they pooped into the water and if you have no filter you should replace most of the water daily.
I went with my father to collect frogspawn from the ditch. Lots of children did that. We had plastic containers that belonged to the aquarium. The spawn was kept outside and did very well at first. It's fun to see how tadpoles develop. One day, everything was gone. I don't know if they had already turned into frogs and jumped away, or if my mother had thrown them away because she thought they were dirty, even though she was always busy with the aquarium and had a type of frog in it too.
When I was a girl of about 9 years old, I saw in a river, many fish swimming on the shore. I picked up a container and took several of them from the shore. I took them home. Then my older sister told me what I had taken were tadpoles, which were not fish. I think he threw them away because I never saw the container with them inside again.
My fish may have died because of that. I cleaned its makeshift tank occasionally, but since it didn't have a filter, it got dirty very quickly. Perhaps that was the reason.
Thanks for sharing your story. I also enjoy watching tadpoles develop, but when they grow up and become frogs, I prefer to keep my distance. It's amazing to know what you were able to observe after collecting the tadpoles, since you could better observe their development. Although it was a shame they disappeared, tadpoles are great amphibians, and it's quite a sight to see them grow. Thank you for leaving such a kind comment and sharing such a wonderful experience. See you later.😀
Hahaha, I think it's the best aquarium I've ever seen. It's similar to having a pet like this, but ideal in my opinion.
Can you tell me where you left Kermit the Frog? The one you always showed stretched out on bed? I don't like the pets you showed.
I don't like these pets either , I prefer Kermit the Frog.
It is a good idea to have stuffed pets. "Don't worry, be happy-"
hahaha.
Have a happy Thursday.
I love aquariums. I had a large fish tank a long time ago. Indeed, you have to take great care with their feeding, water, and general health.
I love your idea. The photograph is beautiful, and there's no reason for us to worry.
I thought they were real fish until I saw one of them hanging by a thread. Haha, this creativity is impressive!
I have my aquarium with only one fish; it has no lights, no oxygen, or anything other than stones and water.
What I put on it every day is food, but it's not that daily either.
this is so amazing, i will come soon
We are waiting for you my friend.
God willing, I will come soon if circumstances permit.
I hope and pray that you and your family are well.
Thank you my friend for your best prayers, the same prayers are also for you my friend
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this is so amazing
this is so amazing
Thank you very much for the mention and support!
I will be waiting for the right moment to take a good photograph and post it in this week's publication.
Best wishes.
I would love to see your image and comments again.
Congratulations again.
I've been looking for a good photograph since early this morning, but if I can't find one, I'll post one from Saturday.
Thank you for your kind words.
A super creative day/week
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@ wakeupkitty
Thank you so much. Identical, for you.
thank you my friend for the gift
It is your reward for your publication and for your intervention with others. Thank you very much for participating.
Thank you my friend for your support, I am very grateful
I am very glad that you like to participate. I also appreciate your posts, they are very illustrative.
Thank you my friend, I will participate soon, but now I am in the hospital looking after my nephew who just had a Caesarean section
Congratulations to this mother. TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF.
Thank you my friend, thank God I am fine now, maybe tomorrow we will be allowed to go home
Thank you my friend, thank God I am fine now, maybe tomorrow we will be allowed to go home
@gertu when was the last time you saw @ disconnect? I can't remember seeing the mesaage since weeks.
The same thing happens to me, I haven't seen it come through my contest for several weeks. I no longer remember how long; a month, month and a half?