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Monday, February 8, 2010

That's My World - The Harbor

That's My World is hosted each week by Klaus and the My World team of Klaus, Sandy, Wren, Fishing Guy and myself. Each week more and more people are sharing the beauty of their worlds with us. Click on the icon, sign up and share yours! Please do read and follow the instructions before signing in. Thank you!

Last week I began showing the parts of my world that are closest to home. Those of you who have visited my blog know how much I love the harbor where I get so many great sunset captures. I thought I'd share a little more of that lovely place today. There are actually two locations -- all within five minutes of our house. One is a small park above the harbor and the other is down on the beach. We had some beautiful sun yesterday so I went to both places, camera in hand. The Kayakers were having a great time! Do click on the photos to embiggen and see more details!



There were lots of sailboats on the water as well.



Lovely blue skies!



The Cascade Mountains in the distance!



Changing colors!



Sunset from above the harbor.





The beach in summer time to look forward to!



An ever changing view -- how could you ever tire of the beauty!

48 comments:

Martha Z said...

Mountains coming down to the ocean, no, I would never tire of it. The overcast days and mist, that is what I would tire of.
It was so nice to wake today to high clouds and no fog. The promise that winter is drifting away. I'm glad that you, too, are getting a taste of sun.

Loran said...

There is something so soothing about being near the water, lucky you!

juliana said...

beautiful - no wonder you never tire of these views :)

D said...

Sylvia, beautiful photos!! and you make me long for the coast. ;)

Anonymous said...

Those are wonderful shots my friend. It's so wonderful to have actually seen that in person. Well done :)

The Good Life in Virginia said...

the views spectacular...the pacific northwest at its best!
i will gladly trade you my snow and cold for 40 degree weather :)
have a wonderful week.
i won't be visiting many places this week as i am readying for my trek to italy. leaving early monday. oh...to be away from the snow...heavenly.
take care always.
erin

jabblog said...

You live in a lovely place with stunning views all around. No, I'd never tire of them either.

Jo said...

What a beautiful world you live in Sylvia. Don't you have snow at this time of the year? (winter in the Northern Hemisphere) Have a wonderful week.

Jo said...

What a beautiful world you live in Sylvia. Don't you have snow at this time of the year? (winter in the Northern Hemisphere) Have a wonderful week.

Nessa said...

You have beautiful views and your pictures are gorgeous.

Dark

Anonymous said...

am really a big fan of that area. i wish i could see these beautiful scenes in person.

have a great week.

Randi said...

This is stunning series of photos. What a wonderful peace and serenity!

This Is My Blog - fishing guy said...

Sylvia: I must agree that the Pacific NW is a beautiful spot when its not raining. Great photos of a neat area of the world.

Anonymous said...

You have all this so close to home? Amazing!

Anonymous said...

Makes me want to take down the pygmy kayak I have been making and finally put it in the puget sound for testing to enjoy those great views of the snow capped mountains.

Rajesh said...

Very beautiful place, The shot of mountains at a distance is amazing.

My name is Riet said...

What a beautiful country you live in. Great pictures

Carver said...

Wonderful shots from your part of the world Sylvia. I always love to see sailboats although I don't sail like I used to. I also find water and mountains such a gorgeous combination.

Sistertex said...

Lovely photos as always...just a beautiful area, Sylvia.

VioletSky said...

I never tire of coming here to see our views! Thank you for sharing so many of them.

Elizabeth Bradley said...

Only five minutes away from your house? Lucky you. What a great bunch of photos.

ksdoolittle said...

Oh, Sylvia, what a lovely place to be! You've captured it perfectly! Wish I was one of those kayakers!

Unknown said...

It's a beautiful area Sylvia, you're lucky to have it so closeby. It also looks like you have very nice weather, unlike the rest of us!

Have a great week.

Sarah

Jenn Jilks said...

The mountain are very special shots. We have so many lakes and forests in My Muskoka , it is good to see a different perspective. Thanks for sharing them.

Johnny Nutcase said...

oohh! what a perfect day and a perfect view of the peaks! Great photos, Sylvia! Looks like everyone is happy there's a day with no rain :)

James said...

These pictures are excellent and they really highlight the beauty of the area.
It was so nice to see a picture of you and Thom together.

Anonymous said...

Nice to see more of your World, where you enjoy hanging out. That first shot of the Cascades is wonderful. So love mountain views.

Have a great week, Sylvia!

penny said...

If I didn't live in my world in Florida with its lovely beaches, I would definitely want to live in your world with its gorgeous mountains.
I love seeing the beauty that surrounds you, Sylvia. Its the next best thing to being there.

Indrani said...

Such beautiful captures. Definitely a place to spend hours.

SandyCarlson said...

Such incredible views, Sylvia. What a landscape. You live in a beautiful place.

Unknown said...

I'm so upset, was supposed to be first here but i just wasn't able to get through.. your write up always calms me.. the serenity, peace and the feeling that all is well, that's what you always portray.. I'm hooked on your blog.
thank you.
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Anonymous said...

Wow - I would never tire of such beauty! It's all so gorgeous!

Have a wonder-filled week!

Ebie said...

Harbor views, snow-capped mountains, lovely trees and the sound of the waves, you have everything that I would wish for!

Your world has all its beauty.

January Zelene said...

wow wow wow! amazing views! thanks for taking me there through your photos..

Marites said...

you have such a beautiful place, Sylvia. Really amazing pictures and thanks for sharing. My world entry is here.

magiceye said...

YOUR WORLD IS EDENIC!

Anonymous said...

Lucky you to live so close to the harbor. Love the snow capped mountains against the ocean. Great sunset captures too!

Sallie (FullTime-Life) said...

Beautiful day in Washington! I think Spring has arrived there(at least for now!). Your photos as always are exquisite.

I have to ask: How long has that Panda been over there at the confessional? He made me laugh so hard!

Gattina said...

You live in a very beautiful place ! Where is it exactly ?

Elaine Yim said...

Oh, what a beautiful world!

Wolynski said...

Wow, beautiful photos - what an incredibly spectacular landscape. Lucky you to be living there.

Victoria Tsavdaridou said...

Great photos Sylvia!!! Thanks for sharing!

NatureFootstep said...

kayaking. We have 20 cm of ice. Will take a while before I can take it out. :(

Eden said...

Hi, Sylvia!

I love your place Sylvia. It is so beautiful. I won't get tired watching those beautiful sunset/sunrise and strolling the beach everyday.

Thanks for the visit. Have a nice day always.

George said...

Thanks for sharing these wonderful views of the harbor with us. And, no, I could never tire of this beauty.

Janice / Dancing with Sunflowers said...

It's a beautiful place you live in, Sylvia, and the climate seems near perfect!
Janice.

Anonymous said...

What a lovely spot you have so close by. I have always lived near the ocean and living in NC is the furthest I have been - 5 hours. Do miss the water!

Anonymous said...

Thanks for sharing the beauty of your world with us through these marvelous photographs.
Hugs and blessings,

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