Insanely Popular Online Group Has People Sharing Their ‘View From My Window’ And Here Are The 40 Best Submissions
What’s the view outside your window like? With plenty of us still stuck at home during the quarantine, we spend a lot of time gazing outside our windows. If you’re one of those people or just want some simple and wholesome content, then the “View from my window” Facebook group will be right up your alley.
With over 2.1 million members, the “View from my window” page is a social media giant. The group invites people from all around the world to connect with others by posting a photo and a description, while people in the comments say a quick “hello” from wherever in the world they are.
The team receives hundreds of private messages and thousands of photos each and every day, so anyone anxious to have their pic featured will have to be patient. Scroll down and upvote your fave pics, dear Pandas! Share your thoughts about which ones you liked the most in the comments below and drop us a photo (or two!) of what the view from your own window looks like.
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Elephants are the best of the best in Africa! Keep them virus free and you, too!
"Human being is a virus which plagues our planet, not the species that shall protect all life." How can keep them free from that virus, Arthur??
Load More Replies...Wow how truly blessed you are...hope the future generations have this Luxery
baby elephants? OMG I would freak out and have to go play with one, yes I'm aware that I would most likely be trampled but don't care. loooove them so much
Wow Aurora/Northern lights how wonderful this must be to view. Our universe is so amazing :)
Beautiful.....how wonderful to have the Northern Lights in your front yard.
Used to see these all the time growing up in New Brunswick. Now that I'm in Montreal, I never see them unless I'm at the planetarium. Beyond breathtaking!
One of the most beautiful images of the Northern lights. Thank you.
- Hello, this is 911. - Yes hello. I think quarantine has made me slightly crazy. I think I'm starting to have hallucinations. - What are you seeing? - A moose. Right outside my window. - Really? But you're in Canada, what else would you expect to see outside your window? - Tru dat. Thanks for your help. Bye-bye.
This reminds me of a Meme I saw where it was referencing Animals' sizes. Every time it got to Moose it was like 'Its bigger than you realize' 'No really its bigger than you think'.
Never thought anything as large as a house could be considered cute 😄
Load More Replies...Amsterdam-based graphic designer Barbara Duriau launched the non-profit group on March 22 and it’s grown by leaps and bounds ever since.
The group is so popular that she relies on the help of 24 volunteers from all over the world to help her look through endless photos each and every day. After all, they have to make darn sure that each photo that they feature adheres to the group’s rules. The group plans to use the photos to publish a book, a calendar, and even make an exhibition in the future.
Props for keeping it real and for getting what matters! Smart woman!
The value of a window and seeing out. The simple things. Regardless the view and best when with family. What a great perspective to share.
I became a Koala Hospital supporter when I saw the situation the koalas (and people and other creatures) found themselves in with those terrible bush fires... turns out a couple (and their fam) I know live not too far from there in NSW- found the Koala Hospital when I googled their address.
Seeing an unscathed koala is a relief. It makes me feel better. My heart actually ached for the loss of every kind of life in Oz.
One of the unspoken rules is that it’s not a competition for the most beautiful landscape, animal, meal, or drink—the photos are supposed to be all about connecting to others through the shared experience of staying at home during the lockdown.
Duriau told Gizmodo that she prefers photos with stories over just plain aesthetics, so if you’re worried that your photo might not be good enough, think again.
why are you asking? you're going to anyway.
Load More Replies...You look at this picture and it's hard to believe that mere months ago, Australia was suffering the wrath of Mother Nature. Many lives, human and animals, were lost. I wonder if future generations look at this photo would understand the real beauty of it.
Hello. My name is Elder Price. And I would like to share with you the most amazing book. Have you read the Book of Pooh?
Bless You from a nurse is Australia... You are A HERO!... please stay safe and safety to ALL your fellow workers
Thank You Sooo Very Much for your sacrifice. God Bless you for serving. Please stay safe.
5 young children? Hm....why am I not surprised that she chose her job over staixng cooped up with them in lockdown? ;-) (And before everybody goes mad: I am joking!!)
You are a saint! Your photo includes old and new architecture that makes New York so interesting. Keep well and get back to Michigan safely!
stay positive and keep going!!! you are doing great and I'm sure you very tired, but hey, you are getting a ton of positive encouragement from people!
You are wonderful! Thank you for your dedication, stay as safe as you can. ♥️🕊
Quarantine? This is a holiday! ♡♡♡ (no jealousy, btw, this is genuine appreciation)
Pretty. I’d add a seat somewhere and sit reading out there all the time.
@RabbitCarrot I think he/she is already sitting in a chair posting at Bored Panda :) (tablecorner in the right)
appears you may be expecting a flood? what with the swim fins/flippers displayed
I bet it is nice at night with those fairy lights twinkling.
The Facebook group has absolutely no tolerance whatsoever for bullying or hateful speech. In fact, the moderators had to disable comments on posts from Israel and Palestine. Duriau explained that this was done before hate speech becomes “impossible to manage.” However, Israellycool reports that the moderators have since reversed their decision after some people were upset about not being able to connect with others.
Even if it dies it will be habitat for wildlife. Old oaks are protected here.
Dead trees need to be taken down, before a storm does. Then lands on your home or car.
Load More Replies...Thank you so much for not doing the typical reaction on being told about the tree. You were probably told to cut it down, which would have been a travesty.
Such a peaceful, Grand old tree to sit under. Beautiful backyard. My kind of place.
Probably the most peaceful and cleanest place on earth!! Bucket list for sure!!
I love this. I recently took a DNA test and found out that I have Scandinavian ancestry and I have been trying to learn more about the region since. I love looking at pictures of the region to get a sense of context. Thanks for sharing!
They're boat houses. So safe from rising waters of global warming? So glad.
Load More Replies...Would anyone else just throw themselves into that drift for fun? Just me, ok then.
I understand that English may not be your first language, but I think you misused the term "April".
They put the number date then the month and then the year, in europe. April was not misused.
Load More Replies...Do you want to build a snowman? .. sorry, apologies couldn't resist.
And now I understand why my ancestors left Tromso. Beautiful, but I imagine that gets old.
Rando story: I took my grandparents to CO to go get my Great-Aunt (Grandma's sister) to bring her back for a month long visit. On the way home from CO we were passing fields in Kansas, Grandma and Aunt Jan started talking about growing up and how they helped their dad with farming. Being the wonderful human being I am I looked in the rear-view mirror and asked them what it was like to harvest with your bare hands. Aunt Jan looked up at me and asked me how old I thought she was. I told her 'Well just so you know the wagons made it to Oregon just fine'. To this day when we talk on the phone first thing I say is 'Hello Oregon'. Guaranteed to get her laughing no matter how bad her day is.
We meant to go to Hydra for our honeymoon in August... Postponed now till next year 😉
I know this is probably a window, but my first thought was this must be the dive only Exit.
This looks like the back deck of a rustic restaurant in Vinales where we dined just a few weeks ago. Killer view! Great mojitos.
What about mosquitoes? That's the first thing I think of when I see a tropical landscape.
Load More Replies...everyone here has such wonderful views!! we are going to be moving next weekend and to a much better view ourselves... but nothing like this!
This just goes to show that you don't need a very large balcony to have a very lush and green oasis. Lovely.
I love Paris! It's the first place I'll visit when restrictions are lifted!
Yes please, we need harsh reality just as much as all these jealousy-inducing paradise pics.
I'm sure when the trees are in leaf things are much improved.
Load More Replies...Feels cold, even from here! I hope there is warmth between you and your hundreds of neighbours.
I feel you, it is depressing. It looks a tiny bit better than those pictures from China though.
A few years ago I went on holiday to Sarnico in Bergamo and saw Lago d'Iseo, it was great and a beautiful part of Italy!
Incredible went there a few years back this picture does no justice truly incredible scenery!!
The Italian Alp lakes are sooo gorgeous. I miss Lombardy, tremedously. We used to visit the lakes every summer when I was a kid.
Stunning. Complain if you need to. Even an Eden can be confining. Stay well.
The way the window is in the pic it does look like a picture hanging on the wall.
Load More Replies...Hornbills, not toucans. Toucans live in Central and South America only.
You stay safe and healthy as well! A lot of turmoil among locals i here.
There is a lot of turmoil among "locals" everywhere, especially in the USA
Load More Replies...No they don't! But they'd love your carrots, Rabbit ;)
Load More Replies...I love black bears! They're more shy than a lot of people realize. I saw a couple on an early morning walk in the Great Smoky Mountains. When I first heard the crashing through the trees my confused brain thought 'moose?' which obviously didn't make any sense. Then I saw them a short ways ahead. We looked at each other for a few seconds then they took off running in the opposite direction. Very cool experience!
Most bears are shy, just get curious from time to time. But a mama with her cubs, that's a recipe for an attack regardless of you being a threat or not.
Load More Replies...Whoah! Who, in their right mind, would ever cover up that window?!? Gorgeous!
They covered it so they could stop gazing out window and get some work done.This is a painting in waiting.
Load More Replies...I cycle along that path every now and then. Canal along Clementi, correctly? There are a family of otters, some monitor lizards amd white birds that look like cranes living at the river band too.
I know that river, we called it the e-coli River when we visited. It changed colour hourly, depending on what chemical was being flushed into it.
Seriously, Singapore? I heard it was a VERY clean country. Don't they cane people if they litter, or chew chewing gum?
Load More Replies...Yep. Kevin is a very good boy to just stay there. Perhaps he's so used to them, that he's just like "meh, just another day, another kangaroo"!
Load More Replies...Does Kevin give that puppy dog look asking if he can run, play & jump with the kangaroos?
The cat has convinced me to put Bulgaria on my bucket list. Very peaceful and civilized photo. Looks like a book cover for an amazing novel.
Beautiful from Texas. Everyone works so hard and move so fast. Pandemic made us slow down and enjoy family.
Agree with your statement. I'm single so not much difference for my life, but working from home has given me back 3 hours a day and this time has gotten me back to finishing projects started and neglected. HouseParty app keeps me connected with girlfriends.
Moose is great eating. And 1 will fill your freezer for a long time.
Load More Replies...I'd love to visit Iceland one day! It seems to be such a beautiful place.
In 2008 I attempted suicide.
I was hospitalized and I lost everything. When I got out I lost my job, my car, my home, everything. I was 24 with no education outside of a high school diploma, and I knew only how to sell things to people, which I hated.
I dreamt of traveling the world and seeing new places but I'd done nothing close to that. I lost focus of everything. I thought money was the key to happiness and I chased that. Feeling devoid of everything, I really thought that there was no reason to continue. I had my shot at life and I blew it. My family convinced me to go back to university, despite my appeals that I was too old.
I became a teacher, I volunteered as a coach for the Special Olympics, and I worked with at risk youth. I found that what made me happy was making kids who I could empathize with happy. Making them feel that they were cared for, that a stranger could invest in them, and believe in them. I haven't looked back since.
This situation has brought back old emotions, it's taken away from me so much of what I feel I need to be happy and I feel disconnected from the very humans I only want to better. I've had to adapt, and in that, I've come to see, slowly, that I have much to be grateful for.
Today I moved into my dream flat. I'm a kid from an extremely humble, and very young family in the desert of west Texas with a dream to travel the world and today I feel accomplished. My home today is a place I could only dream of as a child and couldn't fathom in 2008. I still struggle, every day in fact, but I know that I have a purpose, and through a laptop or in person, it doesn't matter, I know there are tiny humans who need to be believed in and I'm happy to do that! I loved every single student that I've had and I don't say that because it's what a teacher should say, I say it because I mean it. Today I feel OK, and that's always a step on the right direction for anyone.
Hey brother I don't know you but I love you!! You are loved and wanted always remember that!! Ever need to talk DM me @orionpax75 on IG
A remarkable return to life. Everyone has a purpose and too many give up or try more at failing than succeeding. Congratulations and best as you continue the journey along the bumpy road of life.
Amazingly, am just reading a novel set exactly here, including this view from the top deck of a hotel, during Ramadan too! Am living in Turkey at present ( called Ramazan here). Your'e photo exactly replicates a scene from the book. Amazing. Book is Iris & Ruby by Rosie Thomas. Thanks.
Beautiful from Texas. Others will benefit from your experiences, prayers
The world is richer for your presence. Thank you for sharing your story. Especially now, people are floating without a tether. You may not know how many you've touched here. Stay healthy. Gorgeous view, by the way.
Normally I prefer one window vs many, but I wouldn't be surprised if that type of view looks like 4 different seasons at once. A perfect picture without filters.
I have a whole group of friends from the US now living in Ajijic - it looks lovely!
I grew up in a neighbourhood with front porches like this in Toronto! I miss the familiarity and gossip that travelled from porch to porch!
This looks like where the Helen Hunt character in As Good as it Gets movie lived.
When I was there in the 90's, there was a tour inside the Mtn displaying all the rock formations. Like the "heart of Timpanogos.
It's hard to breath just looking at it. I need open spaces. My loss.
I remember climbing that mountain several times during the time my family lived in SLC from the 60s to the 80s.
Lovely. Bet it’s a nice change as it won’t be so nice when it’s swarming in tourists.
If, you mean. We haven’t even gotten over the hump with this virus yet, so summer tourists might not happen—-this may be the Summer of Staycation.
Load More Replies...Really like the colourful houses mostly found in warmer climes... we're a bit boring here in the UK.
Awesome view...but the empty streets leave me heartbroken for the people in New York.
As a Native NYCer, I LOVE these empty streets. It is giving the pollution a chance to clear away for a fresh start.
Load More Replies...As a New Yorker the only other time I've seen Times Square like this is after 9/11 very eerie but peaceful.
Thank you from my entire heart, not just the bottom. Stay well. Enjoy the view.
Wow!!! You wouldn't happen to have a mix shepherd name Nala, would ya???
Thank you. We depend on you and people like you. Stay well. Beautiful view.
I'm more amazed at your financial prowess. How are you affording that view on a grocery wage in california? Please share the wisdom.
Well, it's a union job so.... Don't be a hater 🤷🏻♂️
Load More Replies...Lovely to come home to! Thankyou for being an essential worker at this terrible time on the planet.
Those of you who work to keep life "going on", such as supermarkets workers, farmers, people who clean and collect the rubbish... you are great. Many people thank doctors and nurses, but these workers are as important. Thank you! Keep safe!
Depressing. I really feel for people stuck in buildings like this during lockdown.
People are there was there before and the will still be there after lockdown.
Load More Replies...I lived in Shanghai for part of 2020. It's a beautiful city, but does definitely have these brutalist blocks. The Chinese took lockdowns and other precautions extremely, *extremely* seriously.
You don't think that is lock down. Self imposed prison. And people in America complain about a mask?
goodness, that's inconceivable. Seriously, we all live so differently, especially here in California, USA.
Many in California would be grateful for any housing at all. You make your internal life what you want. Stay healthy.
Load More Replies...rabbit warrens in the sky, I think Toronto Canada (where I am posting this from) is trying to copy those horrors. Is it any wonder a vicious virus can reap such havoc in a short time
With the drone of traffic gone, does this affect your sleep? I know living beside a railway at one point, the trains would lull me to sleep.
Not noisy at all that's Dumbo Brooklyn, quiet mostly hipsters. Pricier part of town
Load More Replies...Does Ignacio's deliver? I take it Time Out is closed even for that.
This is gorgeous! Stay well. My husband (a Bronx native) and I pray for you all. Friends and family there.
Wait, that's a bad view and small balcony for you guys?! Sorry I started to get jealous of ppl with balconies a few weeks ago and will now continue to stare at the blank wall across my kitchenwindow. Greets from Berlin :)
Lovely perspective. Download Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue for days when the musician rests their lips.
You are a coffee kind of person. Fantastic attitude! Good morning!
Good to live close to others to feel their humanity. Cheers for the view!
Thanks to quarantine I've realised how important my balcony, my plants and my dog are for me. I would go crazy without them.
True. The tree next to the wall got new leaves and I accidently have seen some neighbours naked, at least it's not boring.
Load More Replies...I live in Ottawa, Ontario (Canada) and we have a "Tulip Festival" around this time of year - there are amazing beds of tulips all over the city. They are just starting to wake up after their winter nap and even though we can't have a Tulip Festival this year, you can't tell the tulips not to bloom - and when then do, they will remind people that beauty in this world still exists and that, like the million tulip bulbs planted in the ground around the city, we will all break through the ground and bloom again.
I would feed birds from those tiled rooftops. At least have some company!
Hair is overrated. We had a girl in middle school that had Leukemia. She lost all her hair and was embarrassed about returning to school bald. So her three closest friend went and shaved their heads so she wouldn't feel singled out. They made hats and head scarfs a thing when we were in school. Unfortunately, this beautiful girl lost her battle with Leukemia. Ignore what other people say about you not having hair and breathe deeply. Hair is not important..life is.
I can see The Walking Dead out there. Most of the show was filmed in GA.
Lago di Como... I miss you :O Landscape-wise, I really don't like living in the flattest, lowest country on earth... :')
A troop you say? Nasty little beasts. Baboons are so aggressive. I guess I won't complain about squirrels digging up my garden
Been there one summer, it's a gorgeous landscape you have. :-) Got such a kick of adrenaline when I saw a couple of Golden eagles very close up while at the ferry in the Nærøyfjord.
glad it thawed in time to give you a view while your shut in.
I loved Inverness. Visited Tomhommie Farm in Ardesier Parish, home of my ancestors who farmed there. Loved all of scotland
Would like a cat or dog to complete this perfect pic
Load More Replies...North of Toronto Canada. Reminds me of our western provinces, minus the mountains.
A string of fairy lights in that tree and it would be perfect!
North of Toronto Canada! It's still too cool to put our plants out. Maybe in another 4 weeks.
At lease the food should be good! Love polish smoked meats and perogies.
I hope for snow here every winter where I am. I love trees and when they are snow capped I love them even more!
Love the view, thanks so much for sharing! I live in Stone County, Arkansas
Very nice, glad you can enjoy your garden while locked down!! Stone County, Arkansas
Sir or madam, this is all from a Facebook group, they are not asking or answering people here in Bored Panda. Rest assured, we are all now very aware of where you are
Load More Replies...Great visual trick, I thought the umbrella was a mountain for a minute lol. Beautiful though
Fascinating building! I'd just sit there, stare and wait to see if it would finally tip over!!
They say this virus is the great equalizer, but it's not, is it? As these pictures show, wealth and privilege make for completely different lockdown experiences. These are some lovely images, but they are the minority. The majority of people on this planet struggle with house, health and/or food security every single day and covid19 just adds to their struggles. If we have food to eat and a window to look out of at all during this time, we are probably the lucky ones.
yeah but remember, we are in this together *vomit sound*
Load More Replies...TBH my firts thoughts were impacted by jealousy :so many wonderfull places i couldn't even dream for a holiday then I pulled myself together after all I'm still breathing and hopefully will be able to see my beloved parents in a few weeks and THAT'S ALL THAT MATTERS
I read a post today that said "No, we are not all in the same boat, but we are in the same storm." This thread highlights that fact. It is far easier to weather the storm in a well build boat, that has been outfitted to survive the storm.
"No, we are not all in the same boat, but we are in the same storm." Just 'cause it's worth repeating.
Load More Replies...I'm surprised people can't tell that a good number of this images are computer-generated, not real. A frame is created to go around s scene of another origin. But I guess it doesn't matter to most. I dislike deception and all the funds that are being generated for this supposed non-profit.
They say this virus is the great equalizer, but it's not, is it? As these pictures show, wealth and privilege make for completely different lockdown experiences. These are some lovely images, but they are the minority. The majority of people on this planet struggle with house, health and/or food security every single day and covid19 just adds to their struggles. If we have food to eat and a window to look out of at all during this time, we are probably the lucky ones.
yeah but remember, we are in this together *vomit sound*
Load More Replies...TBH my firts thoughts were impacted by jealousy :so many wonderfull places i couldn't even dream for a holiday then I pulled myself together after all I'm still breathing and hopefully will be able to see my beloved parents in a few weeks and THAT'S ALL THAT MATTERS
I read a post today that said "No, we are not all in the same boat, but we are in the same storm." This thread highlights that fact. It is far easier to weather the storm in a well build boat, that has been outfitted to survive the storm.
"No, we are not all in the same boat, but we are in the same storm." Just 'cause it's worth repeating.
Load More Replies...I'm surprised people can't tell that a good number of this images are computer-generated, not real. A frame is created to go around s scene of another origin. But I guess it doesn't matter to most. I dislike deception and all the funds that are being generated for this supposed non-profit.
