Why did they stop?
Stone fetuses – abandoned, bewildered, eternal.
The ships carrying Europeans arrived. Excitement at the new? The artist carved a picture of the ship on the belly of his creation.
Then carving and moving stopped.
Progress snuffs art? Rano Raraku, the quarry, Easter Island
Nicci Carrera 
Really do envy you, that you have the opportunity to photo this beautiful place. Your photos are amazing as well.
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Thank you! It was an extraordinary gift to be able to go here. I hope you can go here some day. I found it deeply peaceful.
Warm regards,
Nia
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So do i and a lot more places. No problem at all by the way.
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Stunning photos, Nia! Wow…how cool and mysterious. Beautiful surroundings, too. Thanks for sharing these! Cheers, Steph.
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Thank you, Steph!
Nia
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