Friday, May 20, 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! 
Another week of having a little of everything from serious rainstorms to brilliantly sunny days! Haven't been able to get too far from home, however, so thank goodness for the files!! So, reflect on the fun and the beautiful things in your life and enjoy a lovely weekend!!
 Nobody got anywhere in the world by simply being content.
Louis L'Amour
All the forces in the world are not so powerful as an idea whose time has come.
Victor Hugo
Never forget that the most powerful force on earth is love.
Nelson Rockefeller
 
Ancient Rome declined because it had a Senate, now what's going to happen to us with both a House and a Senate?
Will Rogers
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37 comments:

  1. NefertitiMay 20, 2011 at 8:01 AM

    la premiere photo est magnifique,Bravo !

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  2. Crafty Green PoetMay 20, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    wonderful moody sunset in the first photo! And a lovely wildlife encounter in the third!

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  3. 'TsukiMay 20, 2011 at 8:16 AM

    I just love the one with the otter and the baby hand : it is so cute ! But the others one are so beautiful, too... Nice choici for the week, Sylvia !

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  4. Reader WilMay 20, 2011 at 8:32 AM

    Beautiful and exciting photos, Sylvia! So thanks to the Romans you have a Senate and senators!! You see they left their traces even in the States!Have a happy weekend!

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  5. MalyssMay 20, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    The sunset is gorgeous! but the little otter is so cute!!have a nice week-end, dear Sylvia!

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  6. My name is RietMay 20, 2011 at 8:43 AM

    All beautiful photo's Sylvia. I can;t choose. :)))
    Have a wonderful weekend

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  7. Kay L. DaviesMay 20, 2011 at 8:56 AM

    Oh, TOO much, Sylvia. Ducks and turtles together on a log, I love them, but then otters? I adore the otters at the Seattle aquarium. Wonderful, wonderful.
    — K

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

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  8. snowwhiteMay 20, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    In the first photo, sky is incredibly dynamic and gorgeous! Rippling ocean is calm and peaceful!
    The cute otter wants to be her friend.
    All of them are so lovely.
    Sylvia, have a nice week end.

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  9. AnonymousMay 20, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    Tough to pick a favorite, but the otter is pretty neat!

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  10. Simon May 20, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    Wow Sylvia, that first shot is a real winner. Have a great weekend.

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  11. KarenMay 20, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    Lots of lovelies this weekend Sylvia! The turtles and ducks - my fave!~ Have a great weekend

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  12. Jeannette StGMay 20, 2011 at 11:29 AM

    Can't seem to choose between the sunset and the turtles & ducks -they are my favorites! Happy weekend:)

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  13. DimpleMay 20, 2011 at 12:00 PM

    Love the otter, Sylvia!
    Blessings!

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  14. Maude LynnMay 20, 2011 at 12:19 PM

    These are fabulous!

    Have a great weekend!

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  15. LauraMay 20, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    oh how lovely Sylvia!

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  16. DianneMay 20, 2011 at 1:20 PM

    the third shot just made me smile and smile and smile
    Hope sends hugs

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  17. TexWisGirlMay 20, 2011 at 1:20 PM

    the ducks and the turtles sharing the same log is my favorite! :)

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  18. AnonymousMay 20, 2011 at 4:50 PM

    Lovely Sylvia. That first shot is wonderful.

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  19. LindaMay 20, 2011 at 5:26 PM

    How beautiful!

    Glad to be following you now...

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  20. AlMay 20, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    Great photos, Sylvia. I think you've had more sun than us the last week, as it's been stormy, thunder, snow, everything. But I'm not complaining as we're finally getting some of the moisture we need. Have a great weekend!

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  21. christopherMay 20, 2011 at 7:31 PM

    Wonderful reflections...can't decide my favorite...like the sky and otter equally.

    And the quotes are tremendous...almost a three way tie for me there...but I favor Nelson's Rockefeller's just a bit.

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  22. Nature RamblesMay 20, 2011 at 7:53 PM

    Oh, I simply love the duck and turtle shot! Your skies are always spectacular. Again..the quotes make me nod in agreeement!:)

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  23. CarlettaMay 20, 2011 at 7:59 PM

    Sylvia, that first one took my breath away - gorgeous!
    The little hand and the otter is so precious. Makes me miss my grandgirls. :)
    Hope your weekend got off to a great start and just keeps getting better!

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  24. TeamgsquareMay 20, 2011 at 8:48 PM

    Simply superb and eternal

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  25. magiceyeMay 20, 2011 at 8:58 PM

    gorgeous reflections!

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  26. Pietro BrosioMay 20, 2011 at 9:10 PM

    Fantastic photos, Sylvia! Really a very enjoyable reflection post! Rockefeller words are so true.
    Happy weekend :-)

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  27. Gemma Wiseman aka Pamela AdamsMay 20, 2011 at 10:25 PM

    Adore those strong, dramatic colours in the first photo! And beautiful vasriety of scenes follow!

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  28. IngridMay 20, 2011 at 10:40 PM

    What a beautiful scareful sky !! and my little turtles !

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  29. lotusleafMay 20, 2011 at 10:51 PM

    I love those turtles, and I too could capture some at last!

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  30. Cezar and LéiaMay 21, 2011 at 12:42 AM

    Bonjour Sylvia!
    Wonderful set of pictures, the seal picture is outstanding!
    Hugs and a blessed weekend for you and your family
    Léia

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  31. GunssideMay 21, 2011 at 1:38 AM

    Stunning colors - love your shots
    Have a nice week ;)

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  32. LeoviMay 21, 2011 at 3:43 AM

    A really lovely sky with these excellent warm tones. Very good picture.

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  33. EbieMay 21, 2011 at 6:03 AM

    Love the shot of the turtles and the ducks, seems like they are having a good conversation.

    Enjoy your weekend!

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  34. ShirleyMay 21, 2011 at 8:24 AM

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  35. ShirleyMay 21, 2011 at 8:26 AM

    Your first photo is magnificent! Love the sky and the colour! You have a great eye for capturing beauty. Enjoy your weekend!

    The Gardening Life

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  36. dianasfaria.comMay 21, 2011 at 3:06 PM

    oh my gosh those turtles are precious!
    & I love your 'love' quote.
    Have a great weekend Sylvia.
    : )

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  37. Oregon Gifts of Comfort and JoyMay 22, 2011 at 9:03 AM

    Hi Sylvia, I guess I didn't scroll down far enough last week to see these wonderful pictures. I was having some computer issues, so I didn't do a SkyWatch or a SSS this week, but I wanted to stop by and say hi. Have you thought about using "Blurb.com" or another program and publishing thod wonderful headers? What a story they tell; they are wonderful. I can see a joint project there between you two gals.

    Have a wonderful week!

    Kathy M.

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