Fractal visionaries and enthusiasts: 

Today's image is another scene in yesterday's parent fractal, though instead of checking the large bud, we check the east edge of the main bay, just south of the broad peninsula that is trying, though not too successfully, to be an East Valley.

The fractal patterns in this area are entirely different from those on the shore line of the large bud.  Instead of loops, we see sharp-pointed, rather dark and ominous elements that would make a fitting cover for a paperback horror novel.

The name "A Second Opinion" indicates that today's image is the second venture into the same parent fractal, and, as is the case with medical doctors, a second opinion sometimes brings an entirely different outlook.

A rating of a 7 is entirely justified, at least in my opinion.  The pattern surrounding the tiny central minibrot may be highly fractured, but it is regular enough to make a recognizable, semi-organized minibrot basin.

The calculation time of 1-2/3 minutes is fast enough to leave time for fun or business.

Heavy clouds, fog and drizzle spoiled the entire morning here at Fractal Central.  Some sun broke through in the afternoon, and the temperature reached 72F 22C, but by then the damage had been done and the fractal cats were in unhappy mode, demanding extra treats.  The humans had another un-notable day, one that was peaceful to experience but boring to read about.  The next FOTD will appear in a reasonable geologic time.  Until that wondrous moment arrives, take care, and debate the debate.

Jim Muth
jimmuth@earthlink.net


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