27 :: Squirrel

Jaana: The Eurasian Red Squirrel is a very common sight overhere. The other squirrel species we have in Finland is the endangered Siberian Flying Squirrel.

Kia: The Eastern Grey Squirrel was introduced to the UK from the USA in the late 19th century to satisfy the Victorian penchant for novelty. They are notorious for displacing the native Red Squirrels in European woodlands.

26 :: Deciduous Tree

Jaana: The national tree of Finland is the Birch, the Silver Birch, to be precise.

Kia: Oak, taken in Linlithgow (birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots), whose coat of arms shows a black greyhound chained to an oak tree.

25 :: Beetle

Jaana: There are numerous bugs and insects that like to feed on the flowers of this Spirea shrub. This fuzzy butt belongs to a Bee Beetle.

Kia: We have plenty of Common Red Soldier Beetles around right now, also because it's their mating season and they seem to prefer Queen Anne's Lace and Thistle for a romantic encounter.

24 :: Harbor

Jaana: Hailuoto
Kia: Uig

23 :: Branches

Jaana: Spruce
Kia: Cherry Tree

22 :: Graffiti Face

We'd be very curious to hear how the themes represented in our photos differ from country to country, so drop us a note, will you! We'd also be delighted if you decided to play along, showing us your photo under each weekly theme. Just leave your link in the comment box, and we'll come over to have a look. Remember that this isn't a photography contest, but a way to share with each other, and with you, glimpses of our everyday lives, so don't be coy. :)

21 :: Bird Nest

Jaana: Sand Martin nesting site
Kia: Mute Swan nesting site

20 :: Graveyard

Jaana: Intiö Cemetery, Oulu
Kia: Scone Palace Cemetery, Scone

19 :: At The Harbor

Jaana: Hailuoto
Kia: Boddam

18 :: Cow

Jaana: Ayrshire Cattle
Kia: Highland Cattle a.k.a. Heilan' Coos

17 :: Wind Turbine

Jaana: Oulunsalo
Kia: Ardrossan

16 :: Small Bird

Jaana: Pied Flycatcher (female)
Kia: Siskin (male)

15 :: Lighthouse

Jaana: Hailuoto
Kia: Fraserburgh