Thursday, March 10, 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. We've had a little of everything -- not just this week, but every day!!

God works wonders now and then; Behold a lawyer, an honest man.
Benjamin Franklin
Any fool can criticize, condemn and complain and most fools do.
Benjamin Franklin
A man wrapped up in himself makes a very small bundle.
Benjamin Franklin
A learned blockhead is a greater blockhead than an ignorant one.
Benjamin Franklin
A countryman between two lawyers is like a fish between two cats.
Benjamin Franklin		 

I posted this  next quote last week and lo and behold four days later I got a confirmation from Mother/Father Nature!!!  Yep, it's apparently true!!  And from both of them!! Just to make certain I got the message, I guess!!
Read Winter as nature's way of saying, "Up yours." 
Robert Byrne

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63 comments:

  1. UnknownMarch 10, 2011 at 8:01 AM

    I think this is one of your most amazing sky shot posts. Fantastic, Sylvia!

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  2. TeamgsquareMarch 10, 2011 at 8:31 AM

    just marvelous

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  3. AnonymousMarch 10, 2011 at 9:10 AM

    Wonderful sky shots. Looks as if you have been having some good weather. That last shot is too funny!

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  4. Martha ZMarch 10, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    Another beautiful collection of skies, Sylvia and of course a laugh from that last one.
    I noticed the butterfly badge and could not help but reflect on the first Bishop High production we saw, many years ago, "I never saw another butterfly". It was a surprising choice for such a conservative community and very moving. The drama teacher was progressive in her choice of plays, several years later our younger son was in a production there of "Twelve Angrey Men".

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  5. ArijaMarch 10, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    Your skies are so wintery and that last one says it all, BAM, you got me right in the orchestra pit!

    Your support means so much too me, do let me know how you are getting on.

    Blessings, Arija

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  6. LauraMarch 10, 2011 at 11:00 AM

    so beautiful sylvia!!!

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  7. LoisMarch 10, 2011 at 11:31 AM

    They are all so lovely Sylvia! Happy SkyWatch!

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  8. RajeshMarch 10, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    Stunning views of the sky.

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  9. Jidhu JoseMarch 10, 2011 at 11:42 AM

    beautiful sky shots
    happy SWF

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  10. AnonymousMarch 10, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    Hiya Sylvia,
    Lots of blue for you too today.
    And a wonderful bit of gold.
    How many sky pictures have you gathered in your archives over the past three years?
    joco

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  11. Pearl MapleMarch 10, 2011 at 11:45 AM

    Very pretty collection of photos and too funny about nature's attitude, you don't see that in the sky every day.

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  12. AnonymousMarch 10, 2011 at 11:45 AM

    Beautiful skies and great quotes (as always!) I love the new header!

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  13. LoracMarch 10, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    What a great group of pics. The third sky is really unusual!

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  14. CarverMarch 10, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    Wonderful sequence of beautiful skies!

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  15. CarlettaMarch 10, 2011 at 11:56 AM

    You certainly have had changing skies and all just beautiful!
    The color in the second one is lovely and those wispy clouds in the third are so unique.
    Hope you've had a wonderful week so far Sylvia!

    Carletta's Captures

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  16. My name is RietMarch 10, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    Beautiful skies, all of them Sylvia.
    Have a good weekend!

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  17. Mike's Travels March 10, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    Lovely sunsets Sylvia... have a great weekend!!!
    This I do...

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  18. PatMarch 10, 2011 at 12:55 PM

    These phots are fantastic, Sylvia. Each one looks like a gorgeous paining, especially the first two! Have a wonderful weekend!

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  19. AnonymousMarch 10, 2011 at 1:26 PM

    anotehr lovely collection to send us of to a weekend of skywatching.

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  20. clairzMarch 10, 2011 at 1:31 PM

    Oh, my, Sylvia, I love that third shot! And the last one, looking like some creature! Happy SWF.

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  21. genieMarch 10, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    This is one of the most amazing series I have seen. What magnificent captures. You have really outdone yourself this week. Kudos!

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  22. IreneMarch 10, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    Gorgeous sky images ... and great quotes! Thanks for visiting, Sylvia! I wish you a wonderful weekend!

    Irene

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  23. Light and VoicesMarch 10, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    The third image down, is a top notch image! Very impressive series.
    Joyce M

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  24. LifeRamblingsMarch 10, 2011 at 3:02 PM

    very impressive sky shots. your photos never fail to amaze me.

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  25. eileeninmdMarch 10, 2011 at 3:36 PM

    Beautiful series of skywatch photos, Sylvia! I could not pick a favorite because they are all gorgeous. Have a great weekend!

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  26. Kim, USAMarch 10, 2011 at 3:54 PM

    Ah this skies are fantastic! So lovely!
    SWF

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  27. TerrebelMarch 10, 2011 at 3:58 PM

    LOL! Nature giving you "the finger"...:-))

    Great pics, Sylvia. You managed to get those colours just right. Oh, and sorry for spelling "colours" instead of "colors". I had English at school and not American English so I can't help myself...;-)

    Enjoy your weekend!

    Terrence looks at the sky

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  28. HildredMarch 10, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    You have a wonderful eye for seeing the beauty in the skies, and a terrific talent for capturing it, Sylvia. Great quotes, too.

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  29. LesleyMarch 10, 2011 at 4:50 PM

    Gorgeous collection of sky shots. The 3rd last one is stunning.

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  30. SridharanMarch 10, 2011 at 4:56 PM

    Fantastic Sylvia,as usual.!

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  31. LinneaMarch 10, 2011 at 5:29 PM

    Never fails...you always have such different and beautiful skies to share with us!

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  32. JimMarch 10, 2011 at 5:35 PM

    They're all beautiful but the second shot is my favourite.
    Sydney - City and Suburbs

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  33. Yogi♪♪♪March 10, 2011 at 5:46 PM

    Great pics, the second one is my favorite. The quote by Franklin about somebody all wrapped in themself makes a small bundle is my favorite quote.

    Take care of yourself

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  34. AlMarch 10, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    Great skies as always, Sylvia. The third shot is my favorite - the light in those clouds is extraordinary. I hope you have a great weekend!

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  35. AnonymousMarch 10, 2011 at 5:53 PM

    I'm ignoring nature, winter, and fingers. So there! :) I'm loving the middle series of photos. They look as if a soft brush was drawn across the sky.

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  36. KaHollyMarch 10, 2011 at 6:13 PM

    Very nice pictures, esp. the center few. So soft and serene. Ben was a pretty smart guy!

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  37. Ms. BeckyMarch 10, 2011 at 6:15 PM

    WOW, that third one and the last one are gorgeous Sylvia!!! your skies are marvelous, and I love that Robert Byrne quote. have a beautiful weekend Sylvia!

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  38. SandyCarlsonMarch 10, 2011 at 6:26 PM

    Your skies and your quotes are perfect! Thank you, Sylvia.

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  39. MaritesMarch 10, 2011 at 6:34 PM

    i love your skies and the quotes that go with them. Changing skies like ours. Am looking forward to summer but our weatherman says, we'll have to wait longer than usual. happy weekend, Sylvia! thanks for visiting my blog:)

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  40. Inger-MMarch 10, 2011 at 7:21 PM

    Stunning skies, especially the second and third ones!

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  41. Oregon Gifts of Comfort and JoyMarch 10, 2011 at 7:21 PM

    Hi Sylvia,

    The sunsets that you posted are so beautiful ... and I love the clouds! Great quotes too. Thank you so much.

    Best and God bless,

    Kathy

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  42. LizMarch 10, 2011 at 7:23 PM

    Gorgeous shots!

    Liz @ A Simple Life

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  43. Lavender and Vanilla Friends of the GardensMarch 10, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    Sylvia, blogger just threw my message out and said oops...grrr....my previous message was much better! Love your posts; gorgeous pictures and wise words by a wise man. Thank you. Have a lovely weekend.

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  44. magiceyeMarch 10, 2011 at 8:23 PM

    spectacular!!

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  45. forgetmenotMarch 10, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    Sylvia, Do you just stand outside 24 hours a day waiting for a great shot of the sky--you seem to be there when the sky is perfect!! What wonderful photos--too beautiful. Of course, we all love the last cloud shot. I need to come back and check out "Nudity" , and "Who is Happier"--you post great "stuff". Have a wonderful weekend too. Mickie

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  46. Ann, Chen Jie Xue 陈洁雪March 10, 2011 at 9:28 PM

    The second and third photo: Did you ever have straw painting? Your photos look like this . put a drop of paint, then use a straw to blow it.

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  47. Pietro BrosioMarch 10, 2011 at 9:38 PM

    Great skies Sylvia! Very nice Sky Watch post!

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  48. alicesgMarch 10, 2011 at 9:51 PM

    Lovely sky photos. Have a nice weekend.

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  49. JoyfulMarch 10, 2011 at 10:21 PM

    My goodness. How do you come up with these breathtaking photos week after week? They are stunning.

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  50. IndraniMarch 10, 2011 at 10:22 PM

    Mind blowing series of shots. Just fantastic.

    Have a great weekend!:)

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  51. stardustMarch 10, 2011 at 10:44 PM

    Sighs in amazement, Sylvia, as always! You seem to have vast collection of stunning pictures. As a photographer in embryo, I soon run out of pictures to update.

    Yoko, Japan

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  52. SerlineMarch 11, 2011 at 12:03 AM

    Ben Franklin is spot on, if a little heavy on sarcasm... I like to see the positive side of things: the last pick is Mother Nature giving us the Hawaiian greeting, "Mahalo!" ;-P

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  53. Stewart MMarch 11, 2011 at 12:36 AM

    I really like the whispy clouds in these iamges - and as every I like the plane - it gives a depth to the picture.

    Stewart M - Australia

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  54. Míriam LuizaMarch 11, 2011 at 3:31 AM

    Suas fotos são maravilhosas! As citações perfeitas! Obrigada pela visita, pelo amável comentário, e por me seguir. Estou te seguindo também!

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  55. AnonymousMarch 11, 2011 at 6:04 AM

    I love that third image!

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  56. UnknownMarch 11, 2011 at 6:20 AM

    Great sky series Sylvia. Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.

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  57. LianneMarch 11, 2011 at 6:32 AM

    the cloud formation of the 3rd photo is absolutely gorgeous! beautiful picture :)

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  58. DawnTreaderMarch 11, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    Thanks for your comments on my SkyWatch post. Your skies are all beautiful...

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  59. BraComMarch 11, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    beautiful skywatch series, wonderful photos

    many thanks for your kind comments every week on my blog

    Have a nice weekend, Bram

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  60. AnonymousMarch 11, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    It's been a pleasure watching your SWF post again. It's a wonderful sequence of sky shots again. The third shot is very special with those fine clouds.
    Enjoy your weekend, Sylvia.

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  61. NatureFootstepMarch 11, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    the second one is my favourite today. :)

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  62. edenMarch 12, 2011 at 4:31 AM

    Beautiful captures and my favourites are the 2nd and the 3rd photos.

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  63. MridulaMarch 13, 2011 at 1:26 AM

    You capture magical skies with your camera. The third one from the top took my breath away!

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