While they like to equate the earth to a mother, it is the sun that makes all life on earth possible, giving us the energy, the light that makes us grow and allows all life on earth to exist. So here are some stunning photos of that huge ball of flame, 8 light minutes away... |
"When the sun is shining I can do anything; no mountain is too high, no trouble too difficult to overcome.'"
Wilma Rudolph
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"He who binds to himself a joy Does the winged life destroy; But he who kisses the joy as it flies Lives in eternity's sun rise."
William Blake
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"Behold, my friends, the spring is come; the earth has gladly received the embraces of the sun, and we shall soon see the results of their love!"
Sitting Bull
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"The sun does not shine for a few trees and flowers, but for the wide world's joy."
Henry Ward Beecher
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"The sun is new each day."
Heraclitus
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"Three things cannot be long hidden: the sun, the moon, and the truth."
Buddha
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15 Magical Animal Moments That’ll Make You Smile All Day!
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The Flowers & Blossoms of Fruit Trees Are Achingly Pretty
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These Have Got to Be Some of the World Strangest Plants
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Wildlife Is Even More Beautiful In 4K Definition!
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This Post Will Clear Up Any Misconceptions About Dogs
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Italian Wildlife Should be Talked About a Lot More!
Join us on a journey to Italy’s amazing wildlife.
The Beautiful and Elusive Snow Leopard of the Himalayas
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16 Award-Winning Shots That’ll Take Your Breath Away
The 2020 winners of the nature photography competition BigPicture have been announced, and they are astounding!
The Best Photos of the Milky Way Taken From Perfect Places
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Sloths: Masters of Slow-Motion Evolution
The sloth is much more interesting than you ever realized.
22 of Nature Photography's Most Exquisite Moments!
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Is There a More Beautiful Creature Than the Proud Peacock?
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Marvel at 14 of the Tallest Mountains in the World
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Rain Adds So Much More Beauty to Nature...
Flowers are way more beautiful after some rain has fallen. Don't believe us? Check these photos out then!
17 Trees Almost Too Beautiful and Strange To Be Real!
Trees are great, aren’t they? Nature is full of great wonders, but few are as startling as these bizarre but beautiful trees.
These 40 Beautiful Birds Were Perfectly Photographed
40 great bird photographs taken in Taiwan by the well-known Taiwanese photographers John and Fish
These Beautiful Endangered Butterflies are a Joy to Behold
These exotic butterflies are extremly rare and placed high atop the endangered species list, but will fill your eyes with color and wonder.
This Stunning Bird of Prey Video Will Leave You in Awe!
Be humbled by the extreme beauty of these birds of prey in their natural environment.
The Story of the World's Most Poisonous Creature
This frog is the most poisonous creature in the world!
You Won't Believe the Equine Wonder in These Horse Photos
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Nature Is Full of Mystery When You Look at These Photos
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15 Times Birds Built Nests in the Most UNUSUAL Places
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Do Animals Talk? You’d be Shocked at What They Have to Say
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The Colors of Nature Are Truly Spectacular
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Llamas Can Be Both Mean and Hilarious!
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Gaze in Wonder at These 35 Amazing Photos of North America
North America has so much wonderful natural variety that it's easy to see why many believe it was blessed by God himself. Here are 35 amazing photos.
This Incredible Animal Video Had Millions Talking About It!
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The Lotus Flower: Why This Beautiful Flower is Significant
The lotus flower is one of the world's most famous flowers, and it has many uses as well as deep cultural significance. Find out more about the lotus flower.
You Will Be Amazed at the United Kingdom's Pure Natural Beauty
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Nature's Brilliant Blues Will Brighten Your Day
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