Blue Monday - Sponges

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We took a day trip to Tarpon Springs and investigated the sponge-diving industry. Here's one of the boats that goes out to gather the sponges. Look at that blue sky and blue water! Notice that blue is on most boats and buildings as this place was settled by Greek immigrants, and you know that the colors of the Greek flag are blue and white. If you'd like to learn more about the history, click here.



Notice the pile of sponges on the dock in front of this boat.



Look at this huge pile of sponges!



Here's an interesting bit of information about sponge industry, or sponge gathering. I know that it's continued on the back, but I only photographed one side. I didn't think anyone would want to read more than that!





This statue of a Greek sponge diver stands outside a restaurant. Notice that in his left hand is a net with sponges inside.




Of course, I had to buy a sponge. I like the way it looks in the bathroom. There are many sizes and prices. This one cost $6.99. I doubt if it was a bargain. It was impulse shopping! Here it is on the edge of my tub.




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