Friday, February 18, 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!  We're still playing hide and seek with the sun these days, but I spent more time browsing through my files than trying to chase a few new reflections -- I am looking forward to having something to chase soon!!!

We come to love not by finding a perfect person, but by learning to see an imperfect person perfectly.
 Sam Keen

Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment.
Buddha

I still find each day too short for all the thoughts I want to think, all the walks I want to take, all the books I want to read, and all the friends I want to see.
John Burroughs

Think deeply, speak gently, love much, laugh often, work hard, give freely, pay promptly, be kind!
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46 comments:

  1. KaHollyFebruary 18, 2011 at 7:07 AM

    What a delight it must be for you to compose your posts, because they are always such a delight to scroll through!! I appreciate the food for thought so very much. I'll bet you are a laid back, calm person!

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  2. KarenFebruary 18, 2011 at 8:02 AM

    The weather here is not amenable to reflections either Sylvia, and I too went digging through the files. I must say, my files are skimpier than yours. Your photos are gorgeous. I love the clipper ship. Wouldn't it be nice to sailing aboard it now! Have a great weekend.

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  3. Pat TillettFebruary 18, 2011 at 8:16 AM

    Great photos and words Sylvia!
    Much to see around the Golden Gate Bridge...

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  4. snowwhiteFebruary 18, 2011 at 8:21 AM

    Sylvia, always magnificent photos. Golden orange sunset is incredibly beautiful!! Shimmering reflection of light looks like the road to a wonderful place. I do love all of them!
    Have a great weekend!

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  5. MalyssFebruary 18, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    The shadow of the bridge is amazing! Great moods in other pictures! Have a nice week-end, dear Sylvia!

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  6. JamesFebruary 18, 2011 at 8:32 AM

    Awesome! These are so good Sylvia. The top shot brings back great memories. Can you believe that I lived in the S.F. Bay area for 5 yrs and I don't have any bridge or building pictures.

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  7. Carolyn FordFebruary 18, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    So very nice. Your words are especially intriguing to me today...I love your golden sunset. Beautiful post for a beautiful weekend! Have a great one, Sylvia!

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  8. Genie -- Paris and BeyondFebruary 18, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    Love your photos, particularly that sunset, but your words are magically linked to the images... Have a wonderful weekend, Sylvia!

    Bises,
    Genie

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  9. UnknownFebruary 18, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    I really like the perspective of the bridge and, of course, your sunset shot!

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  10. Simon February 18, 2011 at 9:22 AM

    Lovely reflections and quotes....especially like that John Burroughs quote. 'twould be oh so sweet for the sun to do it's thing on a more regular basis.

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  11. Yogi♪♪♪February 18, 2011 at 9:27 AM

    The Golden Gate Bridge is always a winner but I love you got the gently arcing shadow in your photo.

    A sailing ship is always a guaranteed thumbs up for me.

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  12. Regina February 18, 2011 at 9:39 AM

    Wow the bridge is awesome!
    Beautiful reflections Sylvia. Thank you for sharing.
    Regina

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  13. FranciscaFebruary 18, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    Burroughs has captured my sentiments these busy days... but it is the Buddha quote I live by, or else I lose the day entirely. You have an eye for beauty, Sylvia. You too have a terrific weekend!

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  14. FabienFebruary 18, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    J'aime vraiment la première et la forme de l'ombre projetée par le pont, vraiment très graphique

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  15. EG CameraGirlFebruary 18, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    Lovely reflections, Sylvia. I especially like the bridge shot!

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  16. LoisFebruary 18, 2011 at 10:49 AM

    Gorgeous skies Sylvia!

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  17. cieldequimperFebruary 18, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    Hi Sylvia! Oh that first shot! I wanna go!!!! Happy weekend!

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  18. DimpleFebruary 18, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    San Francisco is the only city I have lived in which I still like. I can't explain why, but it is a special place for me. Thanks for reminding me; I recognized that bridge instantly!

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  19. LeoviFebruary 18, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    La primera es magnífica, con una perspectiva genial y unos reflejos maravillosas. Las otras también bonitas. Las citas son verdades que nos deben de servir para amar la vida.

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  20. LeoviFebruary 18, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    The first is superb, with great perspective and amazing reflexes. The other pretty well. Appointments are truths which must serve to love life.

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  21. AnonymousFebruary 18, 2011 at 5:38 PM

    The reflection of the ship is subtle and very beautiful.

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  22. Míriam LuizaFebruary 18, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    Suas fotos são lindas! Gostei da sombra da ponte na água! A última foto também está perfeita!

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  23. GVKFebruary 18, 2011 at 7:08 PM

    Would that be the Golden Gate ? Or is it some other bridge. Like your photo, Sylvia.

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  24. Kay L. DaviesFebruary 18, 2011 at 7:13 PM

    Beautiful, Sylvia, as always. I love photos of water. Thanks!
    -- K

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

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  25. Linda ReederFebruary 18, 2011 at 7:17 PM

    I love the quote by John Burroughs!

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  26. forgetmenotFebruary 18, 2011 at 7:26 PM

    Sylvia, The bridge reflection is awesome, and the sunset is so serene, peaceful, and beautiful! Nice work! Again, I LOVE the quotes--between the photos and your lovely quotes, your blog is one that is not to be missed. Have a wonderful weekend--I'm guessing it will involve some "picture taking". Mickie

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  27. AlFebruary 18, 2011 at 7:46 PM

    Beautiful archival photos here, Sylvia. I love the water I see so often on your blog, it's something I really miss living so far from the ocean. Have a great weekend.

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  28. TeamgsquareFebruary 18, 2011 at 8:04 PM

    Wonderful , bridge one is superb.

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  29. GeorgeFebruary 18, 2011 at 8:26 PM

    I'm glad you have an extensive archive of wonderful photos. You know I really like tall ships, but your photo of the bridge is wonderful.

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  30. Carola BartzFebruary 18, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    Beautiful pictures! And how do I love the Golden Gate Bridge... I'm biased, I know.

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  31. SunnyFebruary 18, 2011 at 8:57 PM

    Outstanding pictures! The Golden Gate Bridge is amazing with its reflection.
    Hope your weekend is delightful.
    ☼ Sunny

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  32. giorno26 ¸¸.•*¨*•.February 18, 2011 at 10:31 PM

    Bellissimo questo ponte così rosso !!!
    Grande foto.
    Buona giornata :)
    Myriam

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  33. KayFebruary 18, 2011 at 11:43 PM

    I must follow the Buddha's teaching of living in the present and not worrying about the past or future. I do too much of that.

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  34. lotusleafFebruary 19, 2011 at 12:11 AM

    The Buddha's teachings are very wise.

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  35. magiceyeFebruary 19, 2011 at 2:34 AM

    all so beautiful!!

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  36. EdenFebruary 19, 2011 at 4:28 AM

    Those are beautiful potos. My favourite is the last one. Great shots.

    Have a great weekend.

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  37. kRiZcPEcFebruary 19, 2011 at 5:47 AM

    popping by to say hi. :) Enjoy the moment, cheers.

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  38. bikimFebruary 19, 2011 at 5:54 AM

    gorgeous pics!
    love the falling flowers effect!

    lovely blog!
    happy weekend :)
    Rosa

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  39. Reader WilFebruary 19, 2011 at 6:17 AM

    Hi Sylvia! Thank you for the quotes and beautiful photos! Have a very wonderful weekend.

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  40. http://graceolsson.com/blogFebruary 19, 2011 at 6:38 AM

    Dear Sylvia


    we are all imperfect!
    Very nice shots

    I like the dhow!
    http://graceolsson.com/blog/2011/02/vida-real/

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  41. 'TsukiFebruary 19, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    I just love the bridge shadow on the water... That is a great point of view on this so famous monument we always see front, usually...

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  42. RekhaFebruary 19, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    All the photos are beautiful as always...loved the one of the bridge with an almost perfect reflection. Have a great weekend. :)

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  43. Ann, Chen Jie Xue 陈洁雪February 19, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    The Golden gate bridge must have awed so many people. Your bridge photo is great, brings me back to 1977 when I too was taken there to look at it.

    Have a great weekend. If you go to San Francisco again, buy a giant crab for me.

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  44. JunieRose2005February 20, 2011 at 8:19 AM

    These are all wonderful, I especially love the bridge shot and it's shadow!


    Junie

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  45. Sally in WAFebruary 20, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    I loved the memories your picture of the Golden Gate brought back this morning of my trip to SF. :)

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  46. Suburban GirlFebruary 22, 2011 at 3:44 AM

    beautiful collection of photos. Each on is worthy of its own frame!

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