Friday, February 11, 2011

Weekend Reflections

Weekend Reflections is hosted by James each week beginning Friday at 11 AM Eastern Standard Time. It's another wonderful way of opening your eyes to new and different kinds of beauty. Click on the web address under the blog title and sign up to play with us!  Same story as last week -- couple of days with some sun and more gray, plus no way to get down to the harbor or the sanctuary when the sun was around! Thankfully, I still have some from sunnier times! Hope you enjoy!

Remove those 'I want you to like me' stickers from your forehead and, instead, place them where they truly will do the most good - on your mirror!  -Susan Jeffers

This shot was taken from a seaplane over Seattle harbor on my birthday a couple of years ago! The flight was a birthday present from my son. It was fantastic! 
Joy in looking and comprehending is nature's most beautiful gift.  -Albert Einstein 

That which is striking and beautiful is not always good; but that which is good is always beautiful.
Nitin Nohria
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49 comments:

  1. dianasfaria.comFebruary 11, 2011 at 8:02 AM

    I love that seaplane shot Sylvia. & I'm glad you had at least a couple of days of blue skies!
    ; )

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  2. MeriFebruary 11, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    You have me at sun and blue skies. Water's just an added plus!

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  3. Pat TillettFebruary 11, 2011 at 8:07 AM

    Very nice Sylvia! That water looks so clear and inviting!

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  4. EbieFebruary 11, 2011 at 8:10 AM

    Nice reflections. The trees reflected look like corals!

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  5. KarenFebruary 11, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    Great shots of a warmer time. I love the seaplane view Sylvia.

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  6. Carolyn FordFebruary 11, 2011 at 8:27 AM

    Oh...the sailboat! That's my favorite! Very pretty on that gorgeous water! Happy Valentine's Day, Sylvia!

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  7. GeorgeFebruary 11, 2011 at 8:40 AM

    I don't know which I like best -- the tall ship or the photo from the seaplane. Thanks for sharing these weekend reflections with us. Have a wonderful weekend.

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  8. MalyssFebruary 11, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    The path along the sea is the kind of place I like! and the view from the plane is fantastic!
    Have a nice week-end!

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  9. forgetmenotFebruary 11, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    We're just all over the place, aren't we--such fun though. I LOVE the quote at the end of your post--excellent. Have a nice weekend. Mickie

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  10. UnknownFebruary 11, 2011 at 9:23 AM

    I am distracted by the shot in the middle. Fantastic, Sylvia!

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  11. DianneFebruary 11, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    a seaplane ride must be so exciting
    beautiful shots

    Hope sends hugs

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  12. cieldequimperFebruary 11, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    Hi Sylvia! I would never have guessed that was a flight over Seattle! Wonderful!

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  13. Sally in WAFebruary 11, 2011 at 10:17 AM

    A floatplane trip was a wonderful birthday present! Looking forward to Sunday, too!

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  14. Pietro BrosioFebruary 11, 2011 at 10:41 AM

    Wonderful pictures, Sylvia! I like the sailboat image: it looks like an old painting.
    Very true Einstein's words!

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  15. Kim, USAFebruary 11, 2011 at 11:55 AM

    Sylvia how blessed you are to have a son like yours. The photo from above is awesome. Great shot!

    Weekend Reflection

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  16. Jeannette StGFebruary 11, 2011 at 11:56 AM

    What a relaxing environment, Sylvia -your second pic is my fave! I love air shots!

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  17. 'TsukiFebruary 11, 2011 at 11:59 AM

    And as you were taking picture "on" the sea, i was taking pictures "under"... Lovely set of reflection this weekend again, my dear...

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  18. AnonymousFebruary 11, 2011 at 12:36 PM

    The seaplane shot is excellent and the panorama with the ships and mountains is wonderful!

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  19. CildemerFebruary 11, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    Lovely shots and quotes as always, Sylvia!
    My favourite shot is the one you took from the plane! You had a very nice birthday gift! Lucky you! And thanks for sharing with us;o)

    ***
    Have a fabulous weekend****

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  20. UnknownFebruary 11, 2011 at 1:17 PM

    Wonderful views of sunny skies! Thanks, Sylvia!

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  21. SandyCarlsonFebruary 11, 2011 at 1:58 PM

    These are wonderful. The images and thoughts together make my afternoon!

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  22. jooFebruary 11, 2011 at 2:06 PM

    I wish I were here Sylvia! Such a lovely place!
    Have a great weekend!
    Hugs
    Joo
    xxx

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  23. Francesco MirandaFebruary 11, 2011 at 2:11 PM

    Fantastic present and fantastic shot!

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  24. Sallie (FullTime-Life)February 11, 2011 at 2:51 PM

    Lovely Sylvia -- I would hang any one of those in a place of honor (and they're already framed!).

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  25. AnonymousFebruary 11, 2011 at 3:09 PM

    How alluring ...

    Please have a good weekend.

    daily athens

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  26. LeoviFebruary 11, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    Great series, the second must be taken from an airplane, this view is magnificent.

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  27. Johnny NutcaseFebruary 11, 2011 at 3:26 PM

    fun post Sylvia! That ship is impressive!

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  28. Genie -- Paris and BeyondFebruary 11, 2011 at 4:54 PM

    I love the Seattle overhead shot, Sylvia! Your reflections always give me an appreciation of the beauty of nature. I hope that you have a wonderful weekend, my friend!

    Bises,
    G

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  29. LesleyFebruary 11, 2011 at 5:42 PM

    oohh, a seaplane! great shots.

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  30. Yogi♪♪♪February 11, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    Nice photos. The second one is very cool, doubly so since you took it yourself. What a fabulous birthday present you got.

    I love the sailing ship photo and the wonderful quote that goes with it.

    The other two quotes were great also. How true about the stickers. We have to like ourselves before other people will find us likable. The quote by Einstein is great also.

    We had a great thaw today. Things are looking up!

    Have a great weekend.

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  31. Verna LugaFebruary 11, 2011 at 6:58 PM

    Hi sylvia, wow.. these are awesome pictures... just lovely.
    Weekend Reflections here

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  32. TeamgsquareFebruary 11, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    Loved the second snap .....

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  33. magiceyeFebruary 11, 2011 at 7:50 PM

    brilliant captures!!

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  34. ArijaFebruary 11, 2011 at 8:10 PM

    Oh how I would love to sail away on that ship!!!

    How about writing a novel set on the sailing ship?? I desperately deed some escapism.

    Love . . . Arija

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  35. GrayquillFebruary 11, 2011 at 8:34 PM

    “That which is striking and beautiful is not always good; but that which is good is always beautiful.”
    That is a really interesting quote! Good does always have as apparent beauty. Sometimes the first impression is not beautiful - maybe that is because the good is camouflaged.

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  36. KayFebruary 12, 2011 at 12:17 AM

    Lucky you! What a sweet and thoughtful son you have, Sylvia. Have a wonderful, hopefully warm weekend.

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  37. FranciscaFebruary 12, 2011 at 1:00 AM

    I join the crowd cheering the sea view shot, Sylvia!

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  38. ArtiFebruary 12, 2011 at 2:32 AM

    The second pic is breath taking and the quotes are so beautiful... Have a wonderful weekend:)

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  39. Cezar and LéiaFebruary 12, 2011 at 3:38 AM

    Bonjour Sylvia!
    Beautiful set of pictures and the second one is my favorite!What a wonderful gift from your son!How it's nice! :)
    Hugs
    Léia

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  40. Gemma Wiseman aka Pamela AdamsFebruary 12, 2011 at 3:49 AM

    Stunning photos! Love the beautiful lighting in the first photo and the aerial view over the Seattle coastline is breathtaking!

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  41. robin.February 12, 2011 at 6:46 AM

    beautiful shots and what great memories!!! have a great weekend!!

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  42. AnonymousFebruary 12, 2011 at 6:47 AM

    Fascinating photos. Thanks for sharing.

    All the best, Boonie

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  43. YoshiFebruary 12, 2011 at 7:18 AM

    Wow, you have a fantastic birthday present from your generous son! It's so beautiful.
    Have a wonderful weekend.
    Yoshi

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  44. snowwhiteFebruary 12, 2011 at 7:27 AM

    Wonderful present and sweet memory!! Your photos bring me spring breeze!!
    Have a great weekend!

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  45. EG CameraGirlFebruary 12, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    Fabulous collection, Sylvia!

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  46. EdenFebruary 12, 2011 at 2:25 PM

    Beautiful pictures and my favourite is the first one. Love the quotes too.

    Have a great Sunday.

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  47. AnonymousFebruary 12, 2011 at 4:20 PM

    Nice series Sylvia. I like the way you present your images.

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  48. KaHollyFebruary 12, 2011 at 6:30 PM

    Firstly, I love your new header! Each one gets better and better. You are very lucky to have such an artist for a friend. Secondly, your photos are, as always, beautiful. You always give much food for thought with your carefully selected quotes. How lucky you were to receive such a wonderful birthday gift! That photo from above is my favorite! ~karen

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  49. stardustFebruary 12, 2011 at 8:59 PM

    Thank you, Sylvia, for sharing the beautiful, refreshing scenes with your sweet memory. The reflections of the trees teach me they look different seen from high above.

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