Thursday, February 24, 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. Well, it was a little bit of everything again this week. We had some wonderful, clear blue skies over the weekend although it was quite cold. I got some shots of the setting moon early on a couple of mornings. We're being threatened with snow today -- but who knows what the reality will be?????  Anyway, I was looking for some humor to brighten my day today as far as quotes are concerned! Hope you get a smile, a giggle or chuckle! Have a wonderful weekend!

A government that robs Peter to pay Paul can always depend on the support of Paul.
George Bernard Shaw

Behind every great man is a woman rolling her eyes.
Jim Carrey
By trying we can easily endure adversity. Another man's, I mean.
Mark Twain
Get your facts first, then you can distort them as you please.
Mark Twain
Guilt: the gift that keeps on giving.
Erma Bombeck

Two things are infinite: the universe and human stupidity; and I'm not sure about the universe.
Albert Einstein

 
I love to go to Washington - if only to be near my money.
Bob Hope


I never drink water because of the disgusting things that fish do in it.
W. C. Fields
It is even harder for the average ape to believe that he has descended from man.
H. L. Mencken
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82 comments:

  1. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2011 at 7:07 AM

    Wow - you've had some marvellous skies this week. Lucky you... It's too cold to take photos over here.

    Thanks for the amusing quotes too! Have a lovely weekend.

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  2. magdaFebruary 24, 2011 at 7:12 AM

    Very nice photo and so wise and clever words Sylvia !!!
    Warm regards

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  3. Yogi♪♪♪February 24, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    Great collection of photos. I really like the first. Waves and snow capped mountains are always a winner in my book. The others are very contemplative.

    The quote about George Bernard Shaw made me laugh.

    Have a great day Sylvia! Today is my Friday under our 80 hours over 9 days schedule.

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  4. EG CameraGirlFebruary 24, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    Washington, at least the Seattle area, has GREAT skies, Sylvia! And you always have fabulous quotes.

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  5. DianneFebruary 24, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    I love the moon thru the wispy trees
    that's so beautiful

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  6. Martha ZFebruary 24, 2011 at 9:04 AM

    I had hoped for a shot of the moon, rising or setting in Santa Cruz last weekend. The sky would not cooperate.
    Your quotes do bring smiles to this cold gray day, they say we might get snow as well.

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  7. GeorgeFebruary 24, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    Your first picture is absolutely gorgeous, but your sunset and moon pictures are wonderful as well. Thanks for sharing all this beauty with us, and thanks, too, for the chuckles and grins.
    I hope you have a great weekend and not too much snow.

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  8. PatFebruary 24, 2011 at 10:13 AM

    You had me laughing through all of these comments, and in awe of all your photos! Great combination, Syliva! I especially like the full moon shot! Have a wonderful weekend!

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  9. EaglesbrotherFebruary 24, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    Great photographs as usual Sylvia...and always love your Quoates.
    Thanks for your kind comments on my post.

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  10. UnknownFebruary 24, 2011 at 11:15 AM

    The art of the painting and the photograph in them exceeds for a universe of enchantment and magic! Congratulations!

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  11. Regina February 24, 2011 at 11:26 AM

    Amazing skies and wonderful scenes!

    Cool quotes Sylvia.
    xo
    Regina

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  12. clairzFebruary 24, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    Beautiful scenes, beautifully framed! Happy Skywatching, Sylvia.

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  13. RajeshFebruary 24, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    Gorgeous views with lovely quotes.

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  14. LauraFebruary 24, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    more beautiful skies...love the moon through the willow!

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  15. CarlettaFebruary 24, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    Beautiful, beautiful shots!
    I love the soft romantic feel of the second one with its soft moody blues.
    Have a wonderful weekend Sylvia!

    Carletta's Captures

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  16. RobinFebruary 24, 2011 at 11:39 AM

    Beautiful skies, and the Carrey and Einstein quotes cracked me up.

    Have a great weekend Sylvia!

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  17. ElisabethFebruary 24, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    Love the sunsets, Sylvia. Superb captures...as always! Hope you have a grand weekend.

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  18. SteffiFebruary 24, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    Very beautiful series of photos.I love your photos of the moon and of the Sea!Have a wonderful weekend,Sylvia.

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  19. Pearl MapleFebruary 24, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    Fabulous post Sylvia, too funny some of your quotes, there is a bit of truth in those

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  20. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    Lovely views! =)

    Hope you have a fantastic weekend! =)

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  21. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    Love the quotes.
    The images are relaly really beautiful.
    Every week.
    How DO you do it?

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  22. tobyFebruary 24, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    Gorgeous as always, Sylvia! I love that huge moon shot. Have a wonderful weekend!

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  23. Inger-MFebruary 24, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    I love all the shades of blue in first one, I think that's my favorite, but I also love the third one :-)

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  24. Gabriela AbaloFebruary 24, 2011 at 12:38 PM

    Gorgeous shots dear Silvia!!

    Wishing you a fantastic weekend :)


    cheers from Uruguay :)

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  25. HildredFebruary 24, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    I saw that moon, but you have captured it much better than I, - beautiful pictures, - wise and funny words.

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  26. My name is RietFebruary 24, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    Bbeautiful [pictures again Sylvia. And that Bob Hope saying made me laugh. Have a good weekend

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  27. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    This set gets a big score on WOW factor. Have a lovely day.

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  28. TaraFebruary 24, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    Lovely and beautiful skies Sylvia...you always us the best of your skies out there.

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  29. Bill S.February 24, 2011 at 1:05 PM

    I love how you mix sky and water in your photos. Your posts are always interesting and educational.

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  30. VioletSkyFebruary 24, 2011 at 1:18 PM

    Love the 3rd one, with the upward rays.

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  31. Beverley BairdFebruary 24, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    They are all gorgeous skies Sylvia!
    Great quotes as well! Lots of chuckles!
    Have a wonderful weekend!

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  32. CarverFebruary 24, 2011 at 1:46 PM

    Wonderful collection of sky shots Sylvia and as usual I love the quotes. This time the one about behind every great man is a woman rolling her eyes had to be my favorite.

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  33. Stewart MFebruary 24, 2011 at 1:59 PM

    I do like shots of the moon! As you can see from my post today! I think I may need to try with the bat picture again!

    Cheers - Stewart M - Australia

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  34. syelFebruary 24, 2011 at 2:15 PM

    gorgeous set of photos Sylvia! your moonshots are getting better and better! :) have a great weekend! :)

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  35. edenFebruary 24, 2011 at 2:21 PM

    These are all beautiful captures. Love all your photos and the quotes. Thank you for the giggles.

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  36. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2011 at 3:09 PM

    I've enjoyed your wonderful series again.
    This time my favourite is your third shot with those great rays.
    Thanks for sharing and enjoy your weekend!

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  37. Magical Mystical TeacherFebruary 24, 2011 at 3:34 PM

    The moon shot is, well, heavenly, Sylvia!

    SKY-SEEKERS

    The sky-seekers, some people say,
    Do not favor night over day;
    They always look up,
    The sky is their cup,
    And keeping it full’s their cachet!

    © 2011 by Magical Mystical Teacher

    Sky and Lupine

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  38. KarenFebruary 24, 2011 at 4:16 PM

    Fantabulous images Sylvia!

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  39. eileeninmdFebruary 24, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    Beautiful series of skywatch photos, Sylvia! The scenery, moon and the sunset are all gorgeous.

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  40. IndraniFebruary 24, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    Excellent captures. I like the way you equate them with photos.

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  41. IndraniFebruary 24, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    Have a great weekend.

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  42. lotusleafFebruary 24, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    Gorgeous shots! The quotes are so witty too.

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  43. GVKFebruary 24, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    Great shots, and telling quotes.

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  44. alicesgFebruary 24, 2011 at 5:39 PM

    Beautiful photos of the moon peeping behind those trees. Have a nice weekend, Sylvia.

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  45. TeamgsquareFebruary 24, 2011 at 5:50 PM

    No comments , Its as best as it can get and no one can do as best as you can when its comes to sky .

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  46. SandyCarlsonFebruary 24, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    Sylvia,
    That second shot is my favorite. So is the quote! I love those soft branches.

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  47. Ms. BeckyFebruary 24, 2011 at 6:07 PM

    love the sky shots Sylvia. and the Jim Carrey quote is my favorite. have a beautiful weekend Sylvia! nice music too.

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  48. UnknownFebruary 24, 2011 at 6:33 PM

    i love the drama in the last photo. i absolutely enjoyed the quotes...especially the last one.:p

    My Sky-Watch

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  49. ArijaFebruary 24, 2011 at 6:50 PM

    Glorious Sylvia, I love the snow capped ranges, the sunsets and a harvest moon at this time of year???

    Are the blossoms out yet?

    Have a great weekend!!!

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  50. Kim, USAFebruary 24, 2011 at 6:58 PM

    Love your second to the last photo. I like moon as it is my entry for this week. Happy weekend!
    Full Moon

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  51. SridharanFebruary 24, 2011 at 6:58 PM

    I never venture into the debate of whether the quotes are better or the pictures..because I found it long back that both are great...as is with this post as well Sylvia! Have a wonderful weekend.

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  52. LizFebruary 24, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    These are wonderful. The full moon is so enchanting.

    Happy sky watching!

    Liz @ A Simple Life

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  53. Lina GustinaFebruary 24, 2011 at 7:40 PM

    Lovely words and skies...

    http://www.womenandperspectives.com/2011/02/sky-watchkujang-monument-2.html

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  54. JackFebruary 24, 2011 at 7:50 PM

    I don't know where you come up with these perfect quotes. Terrific.

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  55. magiceyeFebruary 24, 2011 at 8:10 PM

    gorgeous images

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  56. forgetmenotFebruary 24, 2011 at 9:09 PM

    Sylvia, Your photos are beyond beautiful. Totally amazing!!!! Thanks for sharing such beauty with all of us. I (again) love your quotes. Have a great weekend. Mickie

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  57. Jidhu JoseFebruary 24, 2011 at 9:25 PM

    awesome shots
    happy SWF

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  58. MridulaFebruary 24, 2011 at 9:52 PM

    Lovely pictures and wonderful quotes. Have a great weekend Sylvia.

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  59. EcoRoverFebruary 24, 2011 at 10:04 PM

    Hi Sylvia, the pic of the strand/sea/mountains is amazing!

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  60. JoyfulFebruary 24, 2011 at 10:44 PM

    so many beautiful photos for one day and so many wonderful words and quotes to go with them. happy friday.

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  61. Tarun MitraFebruary 25, 2011 at 1:49 AM

    Awesome shot Sylvia, have a great weekend

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  62. jabblogFebruary 25, 2011 at 2:43 AM

    I love your moon photos, Sylvia. The moon looks terrific against the tree silhouettes.

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  63. Anuradha ShankarFebruary 25, 2011 at 4:58 AM

    Great header and wonderful shots!

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  64. AnonymousFebruary 25, 2011 at 5:10 AM

    Delightful as always, Sylvia. I'm loving the first photo, with the white in the distance echoing the whitecaps.

    As the snow piles up outside my window, I wish you a lovely (and warm and snow-free) weekend. :)

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  65. KristinFebruary 25, 2011 at 5:15 AM

    Hi Slyvia! What an amazing set of photos. Love the sun rays photo. It's stunning.

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  66. FotokarusellenFebruary 25, 2011 at 5:43 AM

    This is indeed a very nice set of photos.
    Have a nice day.

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  67. DhemzFebruary 25, 2011 at 6:39 AM

    magnificent shots...oh I just miss the beach.

    Check out my SkyWatch Friday entry too. Thanks!

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  68. ShirleyFebruary 25, 2011 at 7:45 AM

    Incredibly gorgeous skies!! I especially like the 2,3 and last photos!!

    http://shirley-agardenerslife.blogspot.com/2011/02/skywatch-friday-sunrise.html

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  69. Pat TillettFebruary 25, 2011 at 8:44 AM

    WOW! You are so talented Slyvia!
    What a beautiful grouping of photos...

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  70. NatureFootstepFebruary 25, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    love the beams in the third photo. :)
    Have a nice weekend.

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  71. AnonymousFebruary 25, 2011 at 9:09 AM

    wonderful series, beautiful stunning skywatch photos, have a good weekend

    It will be rainy here :-(

    Greetings, Bram

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  72. Míriam LuizaFebruary 25, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    Que maravilhosas fotos você conseguiu do céu!

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  73. DawnTreaderFebruary 25, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    Beautiful pictures of the sky. I like your frames too, they add a little something.

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  74. Johnny NutcaseFebruary 25, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    beautiful series! The first is my favorite, makes me miss living by the beach. Love the driftwood!

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  75. RekhaFebruary 25, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    Your captures are breathtaking as always....have a great weekend...

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  76. LinneaFebruary 25, 2011 at 2:29 PM

    Such a nice collection of skies Sylvia! And some of those quotes are really funny! That little camera of yours serves you well. Enjoy the weekend. It's still freezing up here!

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  77. SKIZOFebruary 25, 2011 at 3:37 PM

    Wonderful
    work
    good creations

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  78. FranciscaFebruary 26, 2011 at 4:11 AM

    Oh Sylvia, THANKS for the chuckles along with those fabulous skies. Needed that! Thanks also for coming twice (!) to see my skies reflected and telling me your preference. The result was really all over the board, but no one blasted me! :-D

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  79. Mary Howell CromerFebruary 26, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    Always fun to see different collections and yours are so pretty and the top entry is very soft and welcomes one into the image. My grandson asked me..."how does she make those flowers float" I said..I have no idea, but they are sure pretty and he gave a huge smile;)

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  80. giorno26 ¸¸.•*¨*•.February 26, 2011 at 2:26 PM

    Hi Sylvia,
    sono così belle queste foto...
    Ciao Myriam :)

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  81. KayFebruary 26, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    I love all your photos,Sylvia. They're all magnificent but the one with the sun's rays is really incredible.

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  82. Maria BergFebruary 27, 2011 at 11:51 PM

    I say only "Behind every great man is a woman!" MB

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