Friday, May 27, 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!  I was so excited about our bus trip this week to the Seattle Waterfront and was hoping for some really great reflection shots! So, what happened?? It rained the entire time we were there! But I got a couple of shots anyway.  The first one shows you how gray it was!  And then while I was waiting for the bus to come get us, I saw these reflections in the building across the street, not particularly stunning -- but????
Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does.
William James
I don't believe you have to be better than everybody else. I believe you have to be better than you ever thought you could be.
Ken Venturi
Everyone chases after happiness, not noticing that happiness is right at their heels.
Bertolt Brecht

And these guys seem to know that!  Hope you all have a great weekend! 		 
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44 comments:

  1. TexWisGirlMay 27, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    oh that last one just makes me laugh and expands my heart at the same time!!! great one, sylvia!

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  2. AnonymousMay 27, 2011 at 8:36 AM

    All such beautiful reflections...those ducks are so cute...I remember this downtown so well...love it. Hope you are well my friend.

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  3. Genie -- Paris and BeyondMay 27, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    As seen from your first lovely shot, one remembers that beautiful photos are often made in inclement weather... Love the ducks with the "right idea" on life!

    Enjoy your weekend, Sylvia!

    Bises,
    Genie

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  4. GeorgeMay 27, 2011 at 8:47 AM

    I like your first photo very much, even if it wasn't the sunny reflections you hoped you would see. I hope you have a wonderful weekend.

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  5. Simon May 27, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    Love that new header Sylvia...and the duck reflection is a very cute one. The others are just plain lovely. Happy weekend to you. Glad you're all moved in. Now the unpacking-I don't envy you that.

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  6. LindaMay 27, 2011 at 9:27 AM

    Wonderful reflections!!!

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  7. IngridMay 27, 2011 at 9:34 AM

    What a pity that it rained !
    Love the last picture with the two ducks, so cute !

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  8. MalyssMay 27, 2011 at 10:07 AM

    Even under the rain, you had a beautyful trip, and could catch great reflections! And the last one with the two ducks is cute and fabulous! Have a nice week-end, dear Sylvia!

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  9. Pietro BrosioMay 27, 2011 at 10:44 AM

    Wonderful reflection shots, Sylvia! Excellent quotes too.
    Happy weekend!

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  10. TracyMay 27, 2011 at 10:55 AM

    Amen to the chasing happiness...what a sweet photo of the two ducks; they look like they are solving the problems of the world and perhaps they are :)
    Have a great weekend!

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  11. DimpleMay 27, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    I love the first one, it is beautiful, and the last one made me laugh!

    Have a wonderful weekend!

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  12. Crafty Green PoetMay 27, 2011 at 11:32 AM

    I particularly like these ducks, they look as though they're having a good gossip! Wonderful reflections too!

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  13. http://graceolsson.com/blogMay 27, 2011 at 12:28 PM

    hahahah
    Sylvia

    do u know what happened with me alst night?


    I dreamd with you and your hands full of HEADERS OF YOUR BLOG
    I woke up and asked to my husband: where is Sylvia and the headers=??

    he answered me : Grace, are you crazy??? I don´t know any Sylvia....


    hahhahaha


    I laughed since it happened


    very nice shots
    grace

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  14. Yogi♪♪♪May 27, 2011 at 12:35 PM

    I really really like that first photo. It is very moody.

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  15. LoisMay 27, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    Such a cute little couple in that last shot! Have a wonderful weekend.

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  16. DianneMay 27, 2011 at 2:53 PM

    Happiness is certainly at there heels - Thanks Sylvia for the lovely photos and quotes,
    Enjoy your week-end.

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  17. FjällripanMay 27, 2011 at 3:06 PM

    Beautiful reflection pictures! I especially liked the last one with the ducks...Lovely :)

    Have a great weekend!

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  18. AlMay 27, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    We must have been on the Seattle waterfront at the same time this week, Sylvia, as it rained when we were there too. You certainly get a lot of rain there! Anyway, nice photos - the classic grey Seattle skyline is always welcome.

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  19. MariaMay 27, 2011 at 5:03 PM

    I love those little ducks, Sylvia ~ and the quote "Everyone chases after happiness, not noticing that happiness is right at their heels."
    ... is perfect for the times ~
    For all times, actually!
    It reminds me of this verse,
    ""The kingdom of God does not come with your careful observation, nor will people say, 'Here it is,' or 'There it is,' because the kingdom of God is within you." Luke 17:20,21.

    I love these reminders that JOY is within us*
    Have a lovely weekend, Sylvia
    ~Maria

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  20. Sérgio PontesMay 27, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    I like these buildings, regards and have a nice weekend =)

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  21. AnonymousMay 27, 2011 at 5:46 PM

    Don't sell yourself short, the composition of the first shot is really excellent.

    When life gives you lemons, make lemon aid!

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  22. kRiZcPEcMay 27, 2011 at 5:48 PM

    the last shot here is lovely, and the last quote I love. :)

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  23. Gemma Wiseman aka Pamela AdamsMay 27, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    A great series of shotsd! Love the moody atmosphere in the first photo!

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  24. JackMay 27, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    Your first harbor shot is wonderful. Sylvia. I like the way it dissipates into the mist. Enjoy Memorial Day Weekend!

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  25. AnonymousMay 27, 2011 at 6:45 PM

    These are great Sylvia. I like the dark colors and composition of the first. The last image is just plain fun to look at.

    Thanks for visiting.

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  26. ArtiMay 27, 2011 at 6:59 PM

    Another gem of a post... Stunning pics all! Loved the quotes too especially the one about happiness...
    Have a lovely weekend:)

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  27. magiceyeMay 27, 2011 at 7:22 PM

    beautiful captures!

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  28. SridharanMay 27, 2011 at 8:05 PM

    Great reflection snaps and beautiful quotes..!

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  29. dianasfaria.comMay 27, 2011 at 8:42 PM

    I love the skies in your previous post as well as the 'definition' of a diplomat! LoL.
    nice reflections too, especially the love birds.
    : )

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  30. TeamgsquareMay 27, 2011 at 9:18 PM

    just awesome

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  31. JacquiMay 27, 2011 at 10:37 PM

    hello Sylvia - I haven't visited for a such a long time, but your photos are still as wonderful - love those ducks. i am doing reflections this week for the first time.
    Jacqui xx

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  32. RajlakshmiMay 27, 2011 at 10:55 PM

    the last one is just amazing :D
    absolutely beautiful :D
    enjoy the weekend :)

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  33. Nature RamblesMay 27, 2011 at 11:48 PM

    Beautiful reflective quotes and images. The last one is adorable!!

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  34. Cezar and LéiaMay 28, 2011 at 12:37 AM

    Wonderful shots, and the last one is my favorite, it's so romantic!
    Hugs and happy weekend,
    Léia

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  35. ArijaMay 28, 2011 at 2:07 AM

    Great shots all three Sylvia. Love those wobbly duck reflections.

    Hope you are thoroughly enjoying your new surroundings and have nestled in securely.

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  36. LesleyMay 28, 2011 at 4:16 AM

    the ducks are adorable!

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  37. LeoviMay 28, 2011 at 4:31 AM

    Lovely three, but my favorite is the duck with those beautiful reflections. Greetings.

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  38. DianneMay 28, 2011 at 5:04 AM

    the ducks are adorable
    wonder what they're talking about :)

    your newest header is wonderful!

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  39. DawnTreaderMay 28, 2011 at 9:31 AM

    Even if a grey day doesn't give the same reflection effects as sunlight they have their own "mood"

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  40. FranciscaMay 28, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    I know well how disappointing it is when you don't get the shot you imagined, but Sylvia, that's a lovely moody shot of the port!

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  41. cieldequimperMay 28, 2011 at 3:52 PM

    Hi Sylvia! At last I can comment on your arghhhh photos that make me want to jump on the first plane to Sea-Tac! :-) For some odd reason I couldn't yesterday, even the pop-up window wouldn't open...

    I'm sure we'll get to meet someday! ;-)

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  42. giorno26 ¸¸.•*¨*•.May 28, 2011 at 10:53 PM

    Bellissime foto Sylvia !
    Buona giornata :)
    Myriam

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  43. UnknownMay 29, 2011 at 5:23 AM

    Love every shot! Great post, Sylvia, and cool new header too.

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  44. Sallie (FullTime-Life)May 29, 2011 at 6:31 PM

    Looks to me like it wasn't a wasted trip at all; those are fine photos! And did you get to go out to lunch somewhere nice too? (I must be hungry to have even thought of that ;>)

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