Thursday, September 15, 2011

Cottage Sunset Series #1 - SkyWatch Friday

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i sit tranfixed
my soul is sunset dreaming
immersed in beauty
~Karen

On our recent vacation at the lake, I sat on the elevated deck of the cottage and watched the sun set every evening. The beauty of the sky held me in awe from the beginning of the sunset until dark.

I watched and photographed from the same vantage point each night. It was never boring! Over the next few weeks I will feature the sunsets on my blog for - 
the SKYWATCH Friday photo meme.

The photos are not edited other than being cropped and/or resized.

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48 comments:

  1. TexWisGirlSeptember 15, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    your image and words brought tears to my eyes. thank you, karen, for sharing this beauty.

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  2. EllieSeptember 15, 2011 at 1:28 PM

    What a beautiful picture, just lovely. I love sunsets. Thanks for sharing.

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  3. RoanSeptember 15, 2011 at 1:53 PM

    This is a sky worthy of awe, as is the haiku.

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  4. JapySeptember 15, 2011 at 2:12 PM

    Absolutely beautiful sunset. Greetings.

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  5. sigaSeptember 15, 2011 at 2:19 PM

    Calm and beautiful!

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  6. EG CameraGirlSeptember 15, 2011 at 2:27 PM

    I love this sky with so many lovely layers of colour.

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  7. UnknownSeptember 15, 2011 at 4:01 PM

    Great shots Karen!! Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.

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  8. LauraSeptember 15, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    magnificent Karen...I love the way you have been sharing your vacation with us on your blogs...I hope Judy read your lovely haiku. It is filled with tranquility, just like the blush of sun on the lake.

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  9. mariondejongSeptember 15, 2011 at 4:22 PM

    A blessing!
    Best regards, Marion

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  10. My name is RietSeptember 15, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    That is a beautiful sky.Great shot

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  11. Sylvia KSeptember 15, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    Such a glorious way to end a day, Karen, and what beautiful words to match a gorgeous capture! Thanks for sharing the beauty. Hope you have a lovely weekend!

    Sylvia

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  12. AlSeptember 15, 2011 at 4:46 PM

    Now that's a view I'd never grow bored with either. Great SWF photo.

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  13. Kay L. DaviesSeptember 15, 2011 at 4:55 PM

    What a wonderful sunset view to highlight your vacation.
    — K

    Kay, Alberta, Canada
    An Unfittie's Guide to Adventurous Travel

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  14. CarlettaSeptember 15, 2011 at 4:57 PM

    Stunning shot!
    Look forward to seeing the rest. What a beautiful way to end each day. I wouldn't have wanted that vacation to end. :)

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  15. MarkSeptember 15, 2011 at 5:13 PM

    What a sunset. Enjoy your weekend.

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  16. VioletSkySeptember 15, 2011 at 5:27 PM

    Gorgeous sky. And I love a lake with islands you can see from a cottage....

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  17. Kim, USASeptember 15, 2011 at 5:42 PM

    It's very fascinating sky!

    SWF

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  18. Ms. BeckySeptember 15, 2011 at 5:53 PM

    wow, what a fantastic way to wind down the day. you were truly blessed to have witnessed every evening. happy day to you Karen. lovely words too.

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  19. CarverSeptember 15, 2011 at 6:21 PM

    Absolutely gorgeous place and photographed so well. Beautiful words too.

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  20. Gemma WisemanSeptember 15, 2011 at 6:38 PM

    Beautiful, soft romantic light in this serene landscape!

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  21. DebbieSeptember 15, 2011 at 6:42 PM

    layers and layers of color, captured at the perfect moment!!

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  22. Joanne OlivieriSeptember 15, 2011 at 7:15 PM

    That is just breathtakingly gorgeous. Your words so adequately display what I feel when I view this natural beauty.

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  23. LewSeptember 15, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    Beautiful! Never boring and never the same. I am looking forward to the next one.

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  24. leanne can blogSeptember 15, 2011 at 8:29 PM

    beautiful sunset.

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  25. Les...September 15, 2011 at 8:41 PM

    beautiful capture of a perfect moment!

    "ahhhh the serenity"

    (Aussies will understand what that means! *LOL*)

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  26. JimSeptember 15, 2011 at 9:31 PM

    Les, I do. :)

    Beautiful pastel colours in that sunset. Superb.
    Sydney - City and Suburbs

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  27. RajeshSeptember 15, 2011 at 10:28 PM

    Fantastic sunset shot.

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  28. Jeannette StGSeptember 15, 2011 at 10:46 PM

    I can tell you enjoyed the sunsets immensely! Thanks for sharing:)

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  29. HalcyonSeptember 15, 2011 at 10:57 PM

    A gorgeous sky!

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  30. SandyCarlsonSeptember 15, 2011 at 11:01 PM

    Enjoy that dream!

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  31. forgetmenotSeptember 16, 2011 at 12:27 AM

    What a lovely way to end each day of your vacation at the lake. Absolutely spectacular sunset. Such a serene setting too. The world is a beautiful place anytime of day. Have a great weekend. Mickie :)

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  32. EbieSeptember 16, 2011 at 1:30 AM

    Beautiful rainbow of colors! Wish I was there!

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  33. LinneaSeptember 16, 2011 at 1:49 AM

    What a pretty place to watch the sky from. I love how those clouds are streaking across the sky.

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  34. From The HeartSeptember 16, 2011 at 4:54 AM

    Beautiful! What great photography!
    Shirley

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  35. eileeninmdSeptember 16, 2011 at 5:08 AM

    Karen, you had a lovely view of the lake and reflections. Gorgeous sunset. Happy skywatching!

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  36. JackieSeptember 16, 2011 at 5:35 AM

    Lovely sunset and beautiful vantage point. Tranquil and serene.

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  37. KalaSeptember 16, 2011 at 7:18 AM

    Gorgeous light and framing.

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  38. Yogi♪♪♪September 16, 2011 at 7:22 AM

    I'm looking forward to your series of photos from the deck. Just beautiful.

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  39. GringoSeptember 16, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    Yes, I agree with all the above comments Karen, your beautiful pics make me want to be there too....

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  40. GattinaSeptember 16, 2011 at 11:00 AM

    That's a real beautiful sunset !

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  41. thomasSeptember 16, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    This is a beautiful one.

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  42. PegSeptember 16, 2011 at 5:55 PM

    Absolutely stunning!

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  43. Tatjana ParkachevaSeptember 17, 2011 at 2:47 AM

    Beautiful scene.

    Regards and best wishes

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  44. LindyLouMacSeptember 17, 2011 at 7:27 AM

    I never cease to be amazed at the beauty of Nature.

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  45. Luna MirandaSeptember 17, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    a perfect spot to admire this beauty. the colors are beautiful.

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  46. Johnny NutcaseSeptember 17, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    great sunset, i haven't seen a fancy one in a while - love it! so peaceful!

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  47. CanadianGardenJoySeptember 19, 2011 at 3:45 PM

    Karen .. I know that feeling .. although I can't see our sunsets the sunrises have the same affect on me .. I hold my breath at its beauty .. it sounds corny but it is so true .. if you don't feel in awe of it .. I think you are missing something in your soul !
    Joy : )

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  48. Inger-MSeptember 19, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    Gorgeous sunset shot!

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