Thursday, January 13, 2011

Sky Watch Friday!

Time to share your skies, the beauty over your world, the clouds, the colors! Sky Watch is hosted each week by Klaus and the Sky Watch team of Klaus, Sandy, Wren and me. Join us and the many people from all over the world who share theirs with us each week! Click on the post title to be taken to the SWF website where you can sign up. I'm afraid I have nothing good to say about the weather or the skies this week! Thank goodness for photo files!! The ones today weren't taken THAT long ago, just not this week! Wishing you all a wonderful weekend! And now for some wisdom, humor and beauty!

The 1928 Republican Convention opened with a prayer. If the Lord can see His way clear to bless the Republican Party the way it's been carrying on, then the rest of us ought to get it without even asking.
Will Rogers
Hmmmm??? Sound familiar -- be sure and check the date!! 


The more that learn to read the less learn how to make a living. That's one thing about a little education. It spoils you for actual work. The more you know the more you think somebody owes you a living.
Will Rogers

The only difference between death and taxes is that death doesn't get worse every time Congress meets.
Will Rogers


There is no more independence in politics than there is in jail.
Will Rogers

 And how about this one from Winston Churchill?  Guess we don't have many like him anymore either!!!
Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak; courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen.
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  1. GeorgeJanuary 13, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    You've shared some great quotes and beautiful skies with us this week. I really like that beautiful red sky in your first picture.

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  2. elvira pajarolaJanuary 13, 2011 at 7:27 AM

    Carissima Sylvia........I have seen many wonderful Imagines of beautiful seas; shores; sunsets on the sea....but YOU take the most beautiful ones of it.......!

    The second Imagine is full of Beauty; Peace and Wonder....!!!!!!

    What a sublime Photography, Sylvia!!!!

    Actually I'd love to be on this little sailboat which I can see in the middle of the sea.....WONDERFUL!!!!

    Have a sunny and very happy weekend, cara Sylvia!

    ciao ciao elvira

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  3. clairzJanuary 13, 2011 at 8:04 AM

    Wow, that last photo is a stunner! Happy Skywatching, and have a great weekend, Sylvia!

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  4. Gabriela AbaloJanuary 13, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    stunning pics!!! i specially like ##

    Have a great weekend!

    cheers from Rio de la Plata

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  5. Louis la VacheJanuary 13, 2011 at 8:33 AM

    "The only difference between death and taxes is that death doesn't get worse every time Congress meets." Never more true than applied to the Congress that just ended. Let's hope this one does better...

    «Louis» likes the Churchill quote. He's currently reading Carlo d'Este's biography of Churchill from the military perspective.

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  6. TaniaJanuary 13, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    Wow, your lovely skies!! Last one is amazing!

    Wish you a blessed weekend Sylvia:-) Hugs from Norway

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  7. YoshiJanuary 13, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    My favorite is the last photos and quote! Maybe the airplane in the last photo is the flight to London!!!
    Have a wonderful day.
    Yoshi

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  8. EbieJanuary 13, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    I love the skies photos showing the different times of the day! Hahaha, crazy weather here in LA, its going to be in the mid 70's this weekend!

    Have a nice day!

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  9. This Is My Blog - fishing guyJanuary 13, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    Sylvia: Nice to see your wonderful skies, ours are all gray.

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  10. Kay L. DaviesJanuary 13, 2011 at 10:34 AM

    Gorgeous photos, Sylvia. I'm afraid I disagree with Will Rogers in the first quotation, but I love the Winston Churchill quote and I intend to use it, even try to perpetuate it.
    -- K

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

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  11. PeterJanuary 13, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    inspiring photos and I love the Churchill quote

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  12. jocoJanuary 13, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    DRAMA in the skies.
    Seeing that lonely plane, I'm thinking how
    Churchill's "The few" always makes me grateful.

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  13. Diane AZJanuary 13, 2011 at 11:39 AM

    Hi Sylvia, I enjoyed your quotes and sky photos. Nice capture of the one with the plane, the clouds remind me of quilt batting. :)

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  14. UnknownJanuary 13, 2011 at 11:46 AM

    Ahh Will Rogers an Okie of great wisdom and some gorgeous skies to go along. Have a great weekend Sylvia.

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  15. HildredJanuary 13, 2011 at 11:46 AM

    Nore beautiful pictures, - more wonderful words of wisdom. Thank you Sylvia.

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  16. KarenJanuary 13, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    Terrific shots! The last one makes me want to fly away!

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  17. SteffiJanuary 13, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    Very beautiful photos,Sylvia!I love it.The colours are so nice!Have a great weekend!Take care!

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  18. AnonymousJanuary 13, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    Wonderful skies, especially the 2nd shot... Gorgeous!!! =)

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  19. RobinJanuary 13, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    Beautiful skies. I think the first is my favorite. Have a great weekend Sylvia.

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  20. CarverJanuary 13, 2011 at 12:28 PM

    Sylvia these are all wonderful in their different ways. The quotes were all great but I absolutely loved the first one about if the good lord could see his way to bless . . . LOL I hope you have a great weekend.

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  21. EG CameraGirlJanuary 13, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    Great and timeless quotes, Sylvia!

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  22. IngridJanuary 13, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    Beautiful skies ! I start to like your Rogers (whom I didn't know) he and Churchill were wise men !

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  23. Gigi AnnJanuary 13, 2011 at 12:45 PM

    You always have such spectacular sunsets in your neck of the woods. They are just beautiful.

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  24. Sally in WAJanuary 13, 2011 at 1:12 PM

    I am having a VERY stressful day at work today, Sylvia. Looking at these beautiful photos gives me a sweet pause from the craziness.

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  25. UnknownJanuary 13, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    Beautiful skies and wise quotes again Sylvia.
    I m glad I am back to enjoy your posts.
    Have a great weekend.
    Costas

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  26. TonyCJanuary 13, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    Great shots as ever Sylvia. Particularly like the 1st and last on this post. Beautifully done!!

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  27. CarolJanuary 13, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    Great shots, Sylvia, and all are beautiful skies! Hard to pick a favorite. Love the quotes also.

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  28. My name is RietJanuary 13, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    Oh Wow very beautiful and special skies Sylvia. Have a wonderful weekend

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  29. UnknownJanuary 13, 2011 at 2:21 PM

    nice pic and intereesting quotes! happy weekend sylvia.

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  30. B i r g i t t aJanuary 13, 2011 at 2:28 PM

    Beautiful Sylvia! Dramatic and colourful skies. Why do I never capture such ones?
    I have got some aps for my iPhone with wise words. Will pic some of them maybe next time :)
    All the best!
    Birgitta

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  31. eileeninmdJanuary 13, 2011 at 2:39 PM

    Sylvia, lovely skies and photos. I especially loved the last Churchill quote! Have a great weekend!

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  32. TerrebelJanuary 13, 2011 at 2:44 PM

    A plane might be huge in a human's eye but compared to nature it's just another drop in the ocean called the Universe...Have a good weekend, Sylvia!

    Terrence looks at the sky

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  33. AnonymousJanuary 13, 2011 at 2:48 PM

    Beautiful sky shots,
    have a great weekend ahead.

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  34. JamesJanuary 13, 2011 at 3:05 PM

    These are great. It's amazing how many colors and patterns there are in the sky.

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  35. Ms. BeckyJanuary 13, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    I always look forward to your skies Sylvia. And...I love the Churchill quote. The plane in that last one makes me realize just how small I really am. Beautiful photos!

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  36. UnknownJanuary 13, 2011 at 3:56 PM

    Wow! Great breathtaking shots of skies. And nice quotes to go with them. Happy SWF, Sylvia!

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  37. DrillerAAJanuary 13, 2011 at 4:02 PM

    Outstanding captures and quotes.

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  38. Mark KreiderJanuary 13, 2011 at 4:05 PM

    Great Photos as always but the last one... a perfect silhouette, what a Sky Watch photo!

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  39. AnonymousJanuary 13, 2011 at 4:08 PM

    Shrinking life to its real and important size. Thank you for these amazing images very much !

    Please have you all a good Friday.

    daily athens

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  40. lotusleafJanuary 13, 2011 at 5:08 PM

    Beautiful skies and wonderful quotes, as always. The quote from Churchill is so apt.

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  41. AlJanuary 13, 2011 at 5:49 PM

    Simply gorgeous, Sylvia. The first and third have the most amazing colors and sky, and I love that tree. I think I've seen that tree in some other photos, and there's a good reason for it.

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  42. SandyCarlsonJanuary 13, 2011 at 6:03 PM

    Gorgeous and thoughtful. A beautiful gift, Sylvia. Thank you!

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  43. IndraniJanuary 13, 2011 at 6:06 PM

    That is lot of drama up there and perfect quotes. Have a great weekend!

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  44. kRiZcPEcJanuary 13, 2011 at 6:18 PM

    Like the shots, and the quotes. Now I take the courage to comment here. :P

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  45. TeamgsquareJanuary 13, 2011 at 6:21 PM

    awesome capture teamed with some superb quotes.

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  46. Sallie (FullTime-Life)January 13, 2011 at 7:05 PM

    The good quotes are as timeless as the beautiful skies.

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  47. Kim, USAJanuary 13, 2011 at 7:16 PM

    Love the quotes. And the sky is so stunning and pretty!! Great shot! Thanks for sharing and the visit!
    SWF

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  48. Linda ReederJanuary 13, 2011 at 7:33 PM

    I'll have to remember Churchill's quote, and summon the courage to say nothing and just listen more often :)

    Don't be looking up at the sky for the next few days. You'll get a face full of rain.

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  49. Lina GustinaJanuary 13, 2011 at 7:59 PM

    I always admire your sky shots, Sylvia...
    Awesome!

    http://www.womenandperspectives.com/2011/01/sky-watch-hermes-god-statue.html

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  50. magiceyeJanuary 13, 2011 at 8:01 PM

    awe inspiring!!

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  51. AnonymousJanuary 13, 2011 at 8:34 PM

    What wonderfully colourful skies - and that milky blanket of clouds with the tiny plane in it is very creative!

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  52. Anuradha ShankarJanuary 13, 2011 at 8:57 PM

    Beautiful!! love the last one with the plane... really great!

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  53. UnknownJanuary 13, 2011 at 9:06 PM

    these are all beautiful, Sylvia. i love the warm colors, the windswept clouds...and the last one is awesome!

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  54. GVKJanuary 13, 2011 at 9:09 PM

    Each one of these posts look more a painting than a photograph.

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  55. RajeshJanuary 13, 2011 at 9:21 PM

    Amazing views of the sky. First two shots are awesome.

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  56. dianasfaria.comJanuary 13, 2011 at 10:20 PM

    Amazing skies as always Sylvia! Thanks for sharing them with us.

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  57. http://graceolsson.com/blogJanuary 13, 2011 at 10:25 PM

    very nice and strong shots, Sylvia

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  58. GrayquillJanuary 13, 2011 at 10:35 PM

    My favorite is the first for its great colors and the last because it is so unique. As always, great job and thanks for adding beauty to my day! You're the best!

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  59. Jidhu JoseJanuary 13, 2011 at 10:37 PM

    nice sky shots

    happy SWF

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  60. ArijaJanuary 13, 2011 at 10:47 PM

    Like the aeroplane in the last shot, I am lost in the wonder of your skies!

    Have a wonderful weekend my dear.

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  61. NaturegirlJanuary 13, 2011 at 10:55 PM

    Sylvia truly amazing images and quotes!

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  62. MridulaJanuary 13, 2011 at 11:35 PM

    Lovely pictures both the reds and the white.

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  63. Penelope Potty SnooperJanuary 14, 2011 at 1:16 AM

    Lovely wise words

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  64. LauraJanuary 14, 2011 at 4:13 AM

    love the last quote especially Sylvia...gorgeous photos!

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  65. Gill - That British WomanJanuary 14, 2011 at 4:35 AM

    I think the last one is my favourite one,

    Gill in Canada

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  66. Reader WilJanuary 14, 2011 at 5:56 AM

    Your skies are beyond comprehension! They are more than beautiful. And the quotes are very special. I have also those little books with wise words laying on my coffee table for my visitors to read while waiting for coffee or tea. They are always good reads.
    Have a great weekend, Sylvia!

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  67. UnknownJanuary 14, 2011 at 6:09 AM

    I love your selected quotes and the sky shots are spectacular. I have never grown tired of watching the sky.

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  68. MaRJanuary 14, 2011 at 6:59 AM

    Impressive collection, how wonderful!!
    Happy SWF!
    SkyWatch

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  69. BraComJanuary 14, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    Thanks for all your kind comments and compliments Sylvia

    Beautiful photos and colors, like them all

    Happy SWF! Have a good weekend,
    Regards, Bram

    My SkyWatch on WordPress

    Seen on Sky Watch Friday, Season 4, Episode 27

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  70. AnonymousJanuary 14, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    Wonderful to see your skies full of colors and light on another grey day in the Netherlands. I specially love the shot of that plane high in the sky. It would be great to sit in it and fly to the sun. :-)
    Enjoy your weekend.

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  71. NatureFootstepJanuary 14, 2011 at 10:44 AM

    I see you had some great skies too. And an airplane in the last one. :)

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  72. Regina January 14, 2011 at 11:04 AM

    Great skies!
    Happy weekend.

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  73. ShirleyJanuary 14, 2011 at 2:58 PM

    These are nothing short of incredible! How fortunate to see these first hand. They are breathtaking.

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  74. genieJanuary 14, 2011 at 4:36 PM

    Sylvia....Thank you so much for visiting my blog and for your kind comments. Your site is so impressive, and this series of shots are magnificent. Beautiful work. My son and his family live on Baimbridge Island and both he and his wife work at TetraTech. You all live in one of he most beautiful spots in the world. I love my visits out there.

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  75. edenJanuary 15, 2011 at 2:05 AM

    These are really stunning captures. Love all your photos.

    Have a great weekend.

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