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Four Seasons Gresham Palace Hotel, Budapest
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From Wikipedia: The site was once occupied by Nákó House, a neo-classical palace built in 1827. In 1880, the London-based Gresham Life Assurance Company bought the property, at a time when it was illegal for insurance companies in Great Britain to invest money in stocks, but rental income was an acceptable and legal investment. The company later decided to build its foreign headquarters on the site, and decided that they needed a grander setting for them. They commissioned local architects Zsigmond Quittner and Jozsef Vago to design the new structure, and in 1904, they began construction of the Gresham Palace, which was completed in 1906 and opened in 1907. It was named after the 16th-century English financier Sir Thomas Gresham, the founder of the Royal Exchange in London.
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I have this (probably far-fetched, simplistic and insane) theory on the themes proposed by Ilúvatar to the Ainur for the arrangement of the Great Music. And that is, he actually set the themes to be the Seasons.
The 1st theme being Spring, which is when life flourishes. And Ilúvatar not only set the theme, but imbues the Ainur with inspiration to sing of it. And, receiving inspiration, they compose the Music. But Melkor, wanting to create his own arrangements, instead of singing of Spring does the exact antithesis, and sings of Autumn.
Then Ilúvatar presents the 2nd theme: Summer. And just as before, upon receiving inspiration, the Ainur sing of Summer. But again Melkor, in his greedy longing to devise his own instrumentation, sings the precise opposite, thus composing Winter.
The 3rd theme is clearly the Children, so there’s no doubt or speculation to be made on this one.
And that would be how Ilúvatar manages to incorporate Melkor’s discord into his ultimate symphony of Creation and, consequently, the history of Eä.
Call me delirious, I know this is an odd theory, but that crazy thought actually came from listening to Vivaldi’s “The Four Seasons” a while back.
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A forest spirit character from an old idea going through the 4 seasons! Love these sketches
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"Devil’s Bridge" (Rakotzbrücke)
Kromlau, Lower Silesia, is a district of the Saxon municipality of Gablenz in the district of Görlitz.
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A droplet of light for our shivering souls
Autumn colors, Lycksele, Sweden
The Four Lovers (Newark, NJ c. 1956)
Lineup: Frankie Castelluccio (lead vocals/drums), Tommy DeVito (guitar), Nick DeVito (bass), Hank Majewski (guitar)
(Jul-Aug 1977, The Time Barrier Express)
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One of two Four Seasons properties in the Maldives, Four Seasons at Landaa Giraavaru occupies an entire 18-acre island, complete with pristine white sand beaches and traditional over water huts.
(viaMaldives at Landaa Giraavaru : Daily Escape : Travel Channel)
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The Seasons Series - Winter, Spring, Summer, and Autumn
Fractals created in Chaotica by Sya.
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While in Prague, we also had the chance to take a ride on the Four Season’s boat they have for guests. The captain brought champagne and homemade pretzels and for an hour we had the best view of the city from it’s famous river.
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while in Prague, we stayed at the Four Seasons there, which is an incredible complex of buildings from ancient to new construction that sit right on the river. We could wake up and watch the whole city do the same from the window. Amazing.
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Chapter VI: The Second Awakening (Pt. IV)
Little else was said thereafter as the court was preparing for the wedding of Celeborn and Galadriel. The proposal did not come as a surprise to anyone—they made little attempt to hide their affection for one another. The ladies thought it would be a wonderful respite from thoughts of things that still weighed heavily on King Thingol.
We had seasons now that showed the passage of time in Doriath. Leaves began to change colors and fall from tree branches to blanket the forest floor beneath as nature’s quilt. There came autumn rains and winter snow with the cooling air that chilled our breath when we spoke. The elflings enjoyed the seasons; finding new things to do outside to entertain themselves. I would catch Oropher and Eldôr building elves of snow when they caught a chance from their duties.
When all was green once more, the Great Hall was filled with flowers and adorned with drapes of matching colors in preparation for the matrimonial celebration. Celeborn spent most of his time with his brother, Galathil, Oropher, and Amdir when he was not with his father.
The day began calmly enough—I was lying in bed alone as Mîrwen had left at daybreak to attend to Galadriel. I knew the day would not be interrupted by war. We were living in a time of great peace. Even Círdan had returned to Doriath for the occasion from Eglarest. As I lay looking up at the elaborately carved stone ceiling, I found my mind drift into thoughts unknown. The room seemed to change as it morphed into the forest of my past.
There were vines twisted around the trunks of trees and creatures with several legs sprouting of their smaller bodies. They spewed a silken cord that ensnarled the treetops. Even as the sun seemed to shine, there was a darkness that fought against its light. I suddenly realized I was walking through this world—searching for someone.
Soon I found her; a maiden in a green cloak standing in a clearing where the only ray of sun beamed down. Her back to me, she remains motionless as I moved toward her slowly. When I was upon her, I spoke.
“Do I know you, my lady,” I asked.
She turned toward me. Her face was beautiful save for her eyes—only large black holes looked back at me.
“Taur-e-Ndaedelos,” she said in a raspy voice that echoed through the forest. “Taur-e-Ndaedelos.”
I screamed. I looked around and realized I was in my chambers and sitting upward on my bed. A knock came to the door.
“Enter,” I said. I was still shocked at what I had seen. Oropher entered.
“Ada,” he began. “Are you well? You look shaken.”
“I am fine, son,” I answered. “Am I late for the ceremony?”
“No,” he said sitting at the end of the bed. “It does not begin for some time. I came to see after you.”
“Did your mother send you,” I asked.
“No,” he answered. “I heard you speaking to someone. Who were you speaking to?”
“You heard me speaking to no one,” I said. “I am the only one here as you can see. Perhaps you heard someone in the hall.”
“I heard you ask someone if you knew them.”
My blood ran cold. How could he hear my thoughts?
“It was not me,” I lied. I wanted to know if he believed me.
“You said, ‘do I know you, my lady’.”
“It was nothing,” I answered.
“You were having a vision,” Oropher said. “I know because I have had the same one many times. The lady with death in her eyes.”
I nodded. I wanted to know more yet feared anything else my son would reveal. Instead, he nodded in agreement.
“We will keep such things to ourselves,” he finally said. “For now, today is for Celeborn.”
I sighed deeply. I was relieved he decided to speak of something new.
“How is he,” I asked.
“Terrified,” he answered with a laugh. “Though much of his fear comes from what Eldôr has said to him.”
“Like father, like son,” I said to myself thinking about Valdôr. “Be grateful it was not Êlengolas that spoke with him.”
“It is not too late,” he said rising. “The day has only begun. Do you wish me to stay with you while you prepare?”
“That is not necessary, Oropher,” I answered. “I thank you for your concern. I will be fine.”
Oropher smiled as he headed for the door. He paused then turned around.
“I have great hope for the future,” he said. “Even if It is filled with darkness. For every night, there is a day.”
I knew what he meant—our vision was a foretelling. I smiled at him and the was gone. I decided it was time to rise. I did not wish to have any more visions. I rang for the servants and waited impatiently for their arrival. When they arrived, I was never happier for their annoyance. When I was dressed, I left quickly for the Grand Hall.––TKWRT
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