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Gary Coles
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An adventurous cowboy living life to the fullest. Green Beret, rodeo rider, pilot, hiker, etc. I love exploring new places. Now in Mexico. 🤠

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Why are all these creeps ok with 14 and 15 year old children having sex?

The unrestricted age of consent is between 16 and 18 in all U.S. states!
Wikipedia Map showing ages of consent in the US. Minimum age of consent in the United States by state: Minimum age is 16 - blue color Minimum age is 17 - brown color Minimum age is 18 - green color
November 15, 2025 at 10:16 PM
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This mural of a zebra donkey pays homage to a classic local tradition. For decades, donkeys in the city were painted with stripes to look like zebras, known as "Zonkeys," for tourist photos.

#Tijuana #StreetArt #Mural #Mexico #Zonkey #BajaCalifornia
#StreetPhotography #Photography
A mural painted on a beige stucco wall depicting a burro (donkey) with black and white zebra stripes. The animal is standing in a profile view and looks to its left. The painting is realistic in style, with the burro's features and expression clearly defined. The black stripes are bold and the white stripes blend into the beige background of the wall in some areas.
August 8, 2025 at 7:52 PM
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Questions about Jeffrey Epstein and Trump
August 4, 2025 at 5:15 AM
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Made in America must not apply to "El Pedo"

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A cropped image of a news headline and accompanying photos. The headline reads: "Trump's gold merch caught with 'made in China' stickers at Scotland golf club". Below the headline, two close-up photos are displayed side-by-side. The left photo shows a stack of gold-colored merchandise boxes, with the word "TRUMP" visible on the bottom box and a playing card design on top. The right photo shows two boxes of playing cards, wrapped in clear plastic, with round white stickers visible on the items. The stickers say “Made in China”.
July 30, 2025 at 5:58 AM
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This charming "El Gallo" Loteria tile is embedded in a downtown Tijuana sidewalk. It's one of the classic game pieces from the popular Mexican bingo-style game. 🐓

#Tijuana #Loteria #ElGallo #MexicanCulture #BajaCalifornia #Photography #Rooster #StreetPhotography
A close-up of a square ceramic tile embedded in a rough, grey concrete sidewalk. The tile has a white border and features a colorful illustration of a rooster (el gallo). The rooster is brown, black, and gold with a red comb and wattle, standing on a patch of light brown ground against a bright blue sky background. The words "EL GALLO" are printed in white capital letters at the bottom of the tile.
July 26, 2025 at 3:11 AM
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Another incredible piece of street art in Tijuana! This mural is a fantastic tribute to Thunder Rosa, the professional wrestler, beautifully blending her image with a Dia de los Muertos calavera design. The vibrant colors and powerful imagery really stand out. Tijuana's murals never disappoint!
A detailed and colorful mural on a red and white textured wall. The mural depicts the upper body of professional wrestler Thunder Rosa, with her face split into three vertical sections. The leftmost section shows her natural face, the middle section has traditional white Dia de los Muertos calavera makeup with red and black accents, and the rightmost section shows her natural face again. She wears a floral headpiece with red and blue elements. A golden wrestling championship belt is draped over her left shoulder, and she wears a white shirt with a black "T" logo. Below the face, logos for "ALL ELITE" and "AEW WRESTLING" are visible. The name "ADÁN SÁNCHEZ '22" and "RESTAURACIÓN" text are on the top left, and "THUNDER ROSA" is written vertically on the right side.
July 25, 2025 at 11:23 PM
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I grew up in Wyoming. Here are two of my photos for you.
A high-angle view from behind the head of a dark brown horse, looking out over a vast, vibrant field of bright yellow wildflowers. The horse's ears are prominent at the bottom center, with a bridle visible. The field stretches into the distance under bright sunlight. A faint watermark with "© Gary T Coles" is in the bottom right corner. A close-up shot of vibrant orange Indian paintbrush wildflowers growing in the foreground, with a bee visible on one of the blossoms. Behind the flowers, a large, rusty, weathered blue barrel lies on its side. Some green foliage and small white wildflowers are also visible around the barrel. A watermark "© Gary T Coles 2014" is in the bottom right corner.
July 18, 2025 at 2:58 AM
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These striking purple thistles were blooming in Tijuana today! Their vibrant color against the dusty ground and the nearby cactus creates such a beautiful, rugged contrast. Nature's artistry in unexpected places. 💜

#Tijuana #Nature #Thistle #BajaCalifornia #Photography #Cactus #NaturePhotography
A cluster of large, spiky thistle plants with silvery-green, serrated leaves and vibrant purple, spiky flower heads. The plants are growing in dry, light-colored soil. In the upper right background, a green prickly pear cactus with some small pink flowers is visible. The overall scene suggests an arid or semi-arid environment.
July 18, 2025 at 2:21 AM
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A stunning example of the incredible street art transforming Tijuana! This mural, signed by Jorge Mendoza, beautifully captures a tender moment between a mother and child, surrounded by vibrant monarch butterflies and purple flowers.

#Tijuana #StreetArt #Mural #Mexico #BajaCalifornia #Culture
A vibrant mural painted on a textured wall, depicting a mother with long dark hair, wearing a purple top and large hoop earrings, tenderly embracing a small child. The mother's eyes are closed, and her face is close to the child's head, showing affection. The child, wearing a lighter purple top, has its arm gently raised. The background features a repeating pattern of light pink and darker pink geometric lines. Three monarch butterflies with orange, black, and white wings flutter around them, and a cluster of vivid purple flowers with green leaves frames the bottom of the mural. The artist's signature, "Jorge Mendoza," is visible at the top left.
July 18, 2025 at 2:13 AM
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Trump and his administration are carrying out the cruelest and most sweeping mass deportation program in modern U.S. history. ICE agents have detained and deported veterans, their children, their spouses - even those who served alongside us on the battlefield. www.msn.com/en-us/news/u...
An ironic photo of Trump saluting the military in his birthday parade while in reality he does not like servicemen or veterans.
July 4, 2025 at 6:32 PM
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These stone benches near the international border are such a practical and sturdy addition to the area – great for a quick rest or checking messages!

#StreetPhotography #Photography #InternationalBorder #Mexico #SanDiego #Tijuana
A long-haired person with light-colored hair, wearing a bright pink long-sleeved shirt and blue jeans, is sitting on a large, rough-hewn stone bench on a concrete sidewalk. They are looking down at a smartphone in their hands. A black bag and other small items are next to them on the bench. In the background, there's a street with a silver SUV and other vehicles, as well as several people and sparse trees. The scene is brightly lit by the sun, casting shadows. In the foreground, another large stone is partially visible.
June 15, 2025 at 2:58 AM
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This veterinary clinic in Tijuana has so much color and character that it looks especially welcoming. I love the artistic flair exhibited by many of the local businesses.

#Tijuana #StreetArt #Mural #VetClinic #Dogs #Cats
#Streetphotography #Photography #Mexico
A vibrant, colorful mural painted on the white facade of a building in Tijuana. The mural features several cartoon-style dogs of various breeds, along with a cat and a bird, set against a backdrop of bold, wavy shapes in pink, orange, yellow, and blue. The clinic's name, "Tippy Taps Vet," is painted in pink at the top right, accompanied by a pink paw print logo. There are also phone numbers painted on the wall. Two windows with bars and a central entrance door are integrated into the mural.
June 12, 2025 at 3:47 AM
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Downtown Tijuana was bursting with color and energy today! Dance troupes from all over the country paraded through the streets, each city showcasing unique and stunning costumes. What an incredible display of culture and talent! 🎉💃

#Tijuana #Mexico #Culture #Photography
A vibrant parade takes place on a wide paved street in downtown Tijuana under a clear blue sky. A line of dancers in the mid-ground, primarily women, move with their voluminous white and red traditional Mexican folk dresses swirling as they dance. Many wear elaborate, colorful feathered headpieces. To the right of the dancers, a single man in a gold-colored jacket, white pants, and a bright blue fedora walks with a confident stride. In the background, there are various urban buildings, including a prominent red storefront with "3 HERMANOS" written in large white letters and an OXXO convenience store sign. A church tower with a clock is visible in the distance on the left.
June 11, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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This beautiful tabby with striking green eyes was enjoying the afternoon sun today in Tijuana.

#Tijuana #CatsofTijuana #Photography #Streetphotography
A grey tabby cat with darker grey stripes and white fur on its chest and paws is lying down amidst dry, tangled brown grass and some sparse green shoots. The cat has bright, piercing green eyes and is looking directly at the viewer. Its ears are slightly perked, and its tail is curled around its body.
June 11, 2025 at 12:49 AM
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This classic "Zonkey" is taking a selfie! The iconic guy is on a main street of Tijuana.
For those who don't know, for decades, donkeys in Tijuana were painted with stripes to look like zebras for tourist photos.

#Tijuana #Zonkey #Mexico #Photography
A brightly painted, life-sized statue of a donkey or burro, painted with black and white zebra stripes, stands upright on a green circular base. The statue is wearing green sunglasses, a blue jacket with orange stripes, brown shorts, and black and white striped socks. It holds up a white smartphone in its right hand as if taking a selfie. In the background, there's a shop entrance with clothing on mannequins and various items for sale. A small sign on the statue's base has text that appears to be in Spanish.
June 11, 2025 at 12:39 AM
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‪We also need to bring back Veterans who have already been deported.

"Our Nation's Heroes Are Not All Home."

I will never leave a fallen comrade. - the Soldier's Creed. These brave men and women proudly served and have been cast out. !

#DeportedVeterans #Veterans #Justice #BringThemHome
A man with a beard and a red hat that appears to be a Marine Corps cover, stands holding a large red banner. He is wearing a red hoodie. Behind him, an American flag is partially visible, and in the background, there are modern buildings. The banner reads "STOP THE DEPORTATION OF VETERANS," with two white handprints on either side of the top line. Below the main text, it says, "IF THEY FOUGHT HERE, THEY SHOULD STAY HERE" and "HONOR THE PROMISE."
June 9, 2025 at 6:52 PM
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One of my clients from Romania sent this to me today. Now that I have finally stopped laughing, I am sharing it here.
June 1, 2025 at 6:31 PM
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Here is one from a cactus in a pot on my balcony. I'll be posting some other gorgeous cactus flowers later today.
Close-up image of a vibrant red cactus flower, less than 2 inches across, with intricate details of its petals and center. The flower is in a pot on a balcony in Tijuana, with a blurred, earthy background.
May 30, 2025 at 6:27 PM
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This tiny cactus flower adds vibrant color to my balcony in Tijuana.

#CactusFlower #TinyFlower #NaturePhotography #Tijuana #RedFlower #PlantLovers #NatureBeauty #Photography
Close-up image of a vibrant red cactus flower, less than 2 inches across, with intricate details of its petals and center. The flower is in a pot on a balcony in Tijuana, with a blurred, earthy background.
May 29, 2025 at 11:52 PM
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An incredibly eclectic and art-filled store in Puerto Peñasco, Mexico! Every inch is covered in fascinating crafts and treasures. A feast for the eyes!

#MexicoTravel #FolkArt #Photography #Streetphotography #Mexico #Artisan #FolkArtMexico
The exterior of a two-story shop in Mexico. The walls and facade are densely decorated with hundreds of colorful and metallic folk art, pottery, sculptures, and wall hangings under a clear blue sky.
May 18, 2025 at 10:20 PM
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May 17, 2025 at 3:02 AM
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Welcome to San Diego’s modern forest-where technology and nature blend in unexpected ways. These “trees” are actually cleverly disguised cell towers, standing tall to keep us all connected.

#ModernForest #SanDiego #UrbanNature #TechInDisguise #Cityscape #Connectivity #DigitalAge #CellTower
Photo of several cell phone towers in San Diego designed to look like pine trees, blending technology with the natural landscape under a cloudy sky.
May 16, 2025 at 12:51 AM
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It felt great to see this San Diego MTS bus proudly thanking U.S. Veterans.

#SanDiego #Veterans #ThankYouVeterans #MTS #PublicTransit #MilitaryAppreciation #Photography #CommunitySupport
Front view of a San Diego MTS city bus displaying a digital sign that reads "THANK YOU U.S. VETERANS!" at a bus stop, with another bus in the background.
May 13, 2025 at 12:50 AM
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Nature’s flying saucers—lenticular clouds stacking up over Wyoming’s skies.

#LenticularClouds #RareClouds #SkyPhenomena #WyomingViews #NatureMagic #CloudGazing #AtmosphericWonder #MountainWeather #Photography
A striking lenticular cloud formation in Wyoming, with smooth, layered shapes resembling stacked discs. The clouds hover dramatically in the sky, creating an unusual and mesmerizing scene.
May 12, 2025 at 2:20 PM
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May 11, 2025 at 1:21 AM