Finding Yellow

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One of my favorite things about Central America and Cuba are the gorgeous, bright colors that often surround you everywhere you go. Normally I head south during our winter here in Minnesota when the landscape is barren of color and blanketed in snow. I feel so deprived of color that when I arrive, I go crazy snapping photos of everything I see- from buildings, to flowers, to artwork and people – I search the vibrant colors my eyes are craving. Yellow is one of those colors that always makes me feel happy. It is bright, glowing and warm. It also is a common color found painted on buildings in Central America and Cuba, perhaps given the Spanish Colonial influence of when they were built.

As the world around me is painted white, I long for the brilliant and bright shades of yellow that make my heart sing. Here are some of my favorite yellows I’ve spied in Guatemala, Honduras, and Cuba.

Rum the drink of Cuba

This post was inspired by my lack of sunshine and the Weekly Photo Challenge: Yellow. To view more entries, click here.

30 thoughts on “Finding Yellow”

  1. manonplatje – The Netherlands – Anthropologist, world traveler, ambitiously big dreamer, slightly idealistic, animal / nature lover, country music fan -- not all those who wander are lost
    manonplatje on said:

    Stunning pics!

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thank you!

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  2. Nicole, you always have evocative photos, but there are so many that by the time I get to the bottom, I have a difficult time making a comment on one or two. 🙁 At the beginning, the expression “decaying elegance” came to mind and I really like the one of the three women looking out over the courtyard or whatever it is. Although right now there are mostly browns outside (none of the whites of snow that I crave), there are the many colors of Christmas inside and lights everywhere. So I’m getting my color fix.

    Merry Christmas and always, safe travels.

    janet

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks Janet! I think I perhaps overload my posts with too many photos! I have the tendency to get a little carried away. Oh well. I’m glad you enjoyed the yellows. I just went back through my media library month by month when I knew I posted on places that were filled with yellow colors and added them in! 🙂 Yes I’m quite tired of our weather here in MN being like Seattle! All our snow is gone, it is raining constantly and gray. It is warm but I miss the sunshine! Happy Holidays! 🙂 nicole

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      • The Chicago area weather’s been gloomy, too. Today we’re having rain where I’d much prefer a bit of seasonal now. Ahhh, well. That’s not what makes Christmas special…but I do like some snow for Christmas.

        janet

  3. Sue Slaght – Calgary, Alberta Canada – www.traveltalesoflife.com Many years from now, when I am an old lady sitting in the nursing home, I hope to be the twinkly eyed resident still entertaining anyone who I can corner to listen, about all of the wild adventures attempted in a lifetime. Well into the second half of the game of life there is no time like the present to get out there, live big and laugh a lot. Living in Calgary, Alberta, married to my best friend Dave for over thirty years and Mom to adult children; my decades as a nurse have shown that in a moment life can change completely. Passionate about social justice, volunteerism and not letting the phrase “What would people think?” or my own fear get in the way of trying something new; the possibilities are endless. Enjoy the tales and I hope you will be inspired to try something you have been thinking about doing.
    Sue Slaght on said:

    Nicole I am so very much looking forward to these vibrant colors when we travel to Peru and Ecuador in June. Lovely photos as always.

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Wow, that sounds like a lovely trip Sue! Where in Peru and Ecuador are you going? Are you meeting up at all with any bloggers there? I know Lisa from Zeebra Designs lives there as well as Kathy and Sara. That sounds like a fabulous trip!!!

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      • Sue Slaght – Calgary, Alberta Canada – www.traveltalesoflife.com Many years from now, when I am an old lady sitting in the nursing home, I hope to be the twinkly eyed resident still entertaining anyone who I can corner to listen, about all of the wild adventures attempted in a lifetime. Well into the second half of the game of life there is no time like the present to get out there, live big and laugh a lot. Living in Calgary, Alberta, married to my best friend Dave for over thirty years and Mom to adult children; my decades as a nurse have shown that in a moment life can change completely. Passionate about social justice, volunteerism and not letting the phrase “What would people think?” or my own fear get in the way of trying something new; the possibilities are endless. Enjoy the tales and I hope you will be inspired to try something you have been thinking about doing.
        Sue Slaght on said:

        Nicol;e I don’t know any bloggers in Peru unfortunately. We are doing a cycling hiking tour beginning in Cuzco. We will visit Machu Picchu and Lake Titicaca and point between. In Ecuador will will be in Guayaquil and then in the Galapagos. So excited!

      • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
        thirdeyemom on said:

        Wow what a trip Sue! I am envious and can’t wait to follow you along!!!!!

      • Sue Slaght – Calgary, Alberta Canada – www.traveltalesoflife.com Many years from now, when I am an old lady sitting in the nursing home, I hope to be the twinkly eyed resident still entertaining anyone who I can corner to listen, about all of the wild adventures attempted in a lifetime. Well into the second half of the game of life there is no time like the present to get out there, live big and laugh a lot. Living in Calgary, Alberta, married to my best friend Dave for over thirty years and Mom to adult children; my decades as a nurse have shown that in a moment life can change completely. Passionate about social justice, volunteerism and not letting the phrase “What would people think?” or my own fear get in the way of trying something new; the possibilities are endless. Enjoy the tales and I hope you will be inspired to try something you have been thinking about doing.
        Sue Slaght on said:

        Thanks Nicol and my apologies for the spelling errors. I should give up commenting on my phone. 🙂

      • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
        thirdeyemom on said:

        I make terrible spelling errors on my iPhone too! I just left a comment that said Happy 3015! He He!

  5. Lola Jane – Monterey Peninsula, California – Advocate for planet Earth, grandmother, Philippine born, US Air Force Veteran. I blog about topics related to conservation and the environment, living in the California Central Coast, and Philippine-related development topics, to understand challenges faced by developing nations like my home country. I believe we are all connected -- no matter what part of the world we live in -- and positive that we have the capacity to solve our problems…if we know what they are.
    Lola Jane on said:

    Great collection of yellows! So interesting to see Cuba photos, too, with the news of the change in US – Cuba relations. I will check out your other Cuba post.

    And is that a star apple in the photo — carambola? That is one of the fruits native to the Philippines and other parts of Southeast Asia that was brought over (along with mangoes) during the Spanish colony era via Galleon ships. The Philippines got chocolate and other delicious Central and South American fruits in exchange!

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks Lola Jane! I just posted on Cuba yesterday as I was excited about the news. Cuba remains one of my favorite countries! The star fruit was in a garden in Honduras. That is pretty cool that it was introduced all the way from the Philippines! Thanks for sharing that nugget of information. 🙂

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  6. loca4motion – Phuket, Thailand – Travel feeds my soul. The kick of living in foreign cultures keeps me awake. Photography, writing and the great outdoors are my passions.
    loca4motion on said:

    I recognize some of theses shots! 🙂 I hope you come visit me again while I’m back in Guatemala Nicole & we can explore some more together. Plenty more to see just in Antigua alone! I’m thinking about making a trip to Cuba while I’m in this part of the world so I may be asking you for tips. Maybe next year!

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      I knew you would Lucy! I sure loved Antigua! I bet you are happy being back. I’ve loved all your Facebook posts. I would love to visit again someday. Not that far either! And yes you should get to Cuba. You would go absolutely crazy taking pictures there, even more so than Antigua. I can only imagine the world you would create!!!

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  7. La Semaine – Welcome to La Semaine! I am Lubna. La Semaine is about my experiences of new places, new opinions, new cultures, history, ideas, scenery, food, dreams.........there can be no end to experiences. For me its about learning something new everyday, broadening my horizons and being more open to experiences and ideas. You can reach me at lubna.khatri@gmail.com
    La Semaine on said:

    Very well written!

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks! 🙂

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  8. Uros G. - Travel Slovenia – Zirovnica, Slovenia – I have amazing family, wonderful friends, and a beautiful home. I am interested in sports, photography, architecture and being out in nature. I enjoy spending time with my wonderful family. Hope that gives you an idea of who I am!
    Uros G. on said:

    Yellow is such a joyous and happy colour and can make you feel instantly cheerier.

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Yes it is! Especially when it is so gray and dark out here! The brightness of yellow warms the soul. 🙂

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  10. anotherday2paradise – Durban South Africa and Florida USA – I enjoy writing about absolutely anything, and started blogging with WordPress in 2012. This was my 'Hammock Lady' blog, and I really enjoyed sharing my travels here: http://adinparadise.wordpress.com/ In November 2013, I decided it was time for a change of scenery, so I started my blog afresh, and here it is. I love to travel, and have been fortunate enough to do two round-the-world trips and visit more than forty countries so far. This year we visited our 7th continent, Antarctica. I enjoy photographing wildlife, especially in my backyard in Florida. I was born and brought up in England. My husband and I emigrated to South Africa in 1970. We now live in Florida, USA. I have a son and a daughter and five gorgeous grandchildren currently aged between 6 and 21 years. I'm so happy that you've taken the time to visit my blog, and would love for you to join me on my travels. Sylvia.
    anotherday2paradise on said:

    Wonderful images, Nicole. The street art is so photogenic. 🙂

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks Sylvia! I love street art. These ones in the photos were in Havana and I loved them.

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks! Glad you enjoyed! 🙂 Yes I love Cuba and Latin America. Cuba is magical.

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  12. lulu – Houston, TX & Rockport, ME – I am a fiber artist with special emphasis on weaving, but I love working with threads and cloth in a variety of mediums. New ideas, new ways of connecting threads are the spice of life.
    lulu on said:

    So many memories evoked by your shots. Love the yellow turban with the bright red hibiscus.

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks Lulu!

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