Good Neighbors!!! by 0rest4wicked
Close
Hover over top left image to zoom.
Click anywhere to exit.
Members remain the original copyright holder in all their materials here at Renderosity. Use of any of their material inconsistent with the terms and conditions set forth is prohibited and is considered an infringement of the copyrights of the respective holders unless specially stated otherwise.
Description
Now I know this is probably not the posting one would expect after being to so many places the last six weeks. However I will explain why an aquarium shot was the choice for my first post upon returning.
Had a late start on July 2nd, and so decided to drive up coastal route 1 as far as possible and stay in a hotel that night. July 3rd arrived in Eureka California paid for a room that was not ready yet and so went to lunch. At lunch received a phone call saying come home. Even though having not even stepped foot in it, the hotel would not refund the room.
Upon returning home I learn that a group of "meth heads" or "tweekers" as they are nicknamed here in the states. Tried kicking in the fence pickets to gain access into the yard and eventually the house. They are all over the news, descriptions of themselves, the vehicle driven and they always try to gain access through the fence in the backyard. The police claim they are homeless and that is why they are still at large. Hmmm... how does one register a vehicle without an address... any way!
They did break the fence but my neighbors happened to be home and scared them off before they climbed through the fence. The husband is an iron worker and like me has been without work for sometime. They expected every one at work when they tried their break in at 2 in the afternoon and lucky for me.... I have good neighbors!!!
So I lost a few hundred in gas and hotels etc., if it was not for my neighbors it would have been a lot more!! Determined not to let them steal my vacation plans I asked a fellow Electrician if he would be a live-in house sitter. So on the morning of the seventh I went back to the "Lost coast"!
Why did this image get chosen for the post one might ask.
In this tank, located at the Monterey Bay Aquarium, these fish and coral form a community in which they all coexist because they are neighborly to one another.
Sorry to have been a little long winded on this one but felt credit was due. Didn't want to post a pic of them or mention their names but wanted to show a token of gratitude of some shape and form. Brought him a 12 pack of his favorite brew as the shape and even though they know nothing of Renderosity, this post is a form of thanks and gratitude... to good neighbors!!!!!!!!!!
Whether your a viewer, commented, rater, or save the image as a fav, you are very much appreciated, thank you
Comments (40)
0rest4wicked
Full view recommended in order to appreciate coral
alessimarco
Beautiful shot from one of my favorite aquariums! You are really lucky to have such good neighbors...I am glad they helped you avert certain loss!
DAVER2112
Wonderful capture!!! :)
Faemike55
Fantastic photo and wonderful dedication! Good idea! I'm glad you have such great neighbors
Meisiekind
Here's to good neigbors! I will drink on that! My neighbors were also awesome when I had that bad break-in way back in April at 3am! They were here in less than 5 minutes!!! Stunning image btw and good sentiments of coexistance!!
vintorix
Amazing that you can take such a ood picture through the glass! Beautiful colors. No reflections of any kind. hmm Good neigboors are hard to come by!
kbrog
Great good neighbor capture! :) Beautiful fish and scene!
jmb007
superbe photo!!
jayfar
What little 'angels'. Lol. Beautiful capture.
mariogiannecchini
Fantastic photo and wonderful dedication!
Sea_Dog
Great shot, I just visited Monterey Bay Aquarium in early June - got some images to post later this week.
MrsLubner
Great story and one I can relate to. We have home invasions here and the home owner is usually home when the gang kicks the door in or strong-arms their way in. I applaud you for not letting them get the better of you and going ahead with vacation plans. I would have too! Beautiful, colorful and bold shot. Excellent job.
Miska7
Really nice bright colours! Great shot!
Dreamingbee
they look wonderful - excellent shot to and information
drifterlee
really beautiful!
durleybeachbum
Marvellous token of recognition for them, and very appropriate!
tennesseecowgirl
Nice to read your story at least the part where the neighbors were there to help out and look out for you.. good to know everything worked out in the end.. lets hope these folks are caught in due time.. Stay safe... Great image!!
sandra46
great shot...and the story is really intriguing, it's good to have good neighbours. and i hope you'll stay in peace on vacation
mermaid
what a sweet dedi to yxour neighbors, which are really great neighbors...smile
flavia49
fantastic capture!! I'm glad that you've so good neighbours!!
pixeluna
Your story is quite scary, your neighbor is a real hero for doing what he's supposed to do. And thank you for sharing this beautiful image, it's very colorful!
bmac62
Wonderful dedi to your neighbors and glad to hear you were able to get back on the road. I saw several fish tanks almost identical to this in Las Vegas last February. One can learn alot by carefully examining these works of marine art.
Kaartijer
Beautiful shot, great composition!
Sepiasiren
I love aquatic photography and especially when he rascals captured are as vibrant and lovely as these--nice job!
castro2007
I love undersea photography, great scene!!!!!
SIGMAWORLD
Excellent shot.
dochtersions
So very beautiful, breathtaking one!
Richardphotos
I was broken into while I was out shooting pictures so I know what you mean.been nearly 2 years ago. outstanding aquarium shot. the lighting is so good.welcome back
wjames
Such a beautiful picture, i'm always amazed by the colours of these fish!!!!!
scifibabe
Beautiful photo. Fabulous shot. I am amazed at the clarity. Just so cool. Fabulous work. Love it!