Thursday, July 14, 2011

Sky Watch Friday!

 We won't have a society if we destroy the environment.
       Margaret Mead
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 address under the post title to be taken to the SWF website where you can sign up. 

As I looked up at our skies yesterday and they were so peaceful and beautiful, I couldn't help but wonder how and why there is so much hatred in the world. I have always looked and prayed for peace not only in my own life/world, but for all the world and all of its people and I will continue to do so. Wishing you all a beautiful weekend filled with love, laughter, joy and, yes, PEACE!

 The pessimist complains about the wind. The optimist expects it to change. The leader adjusts the sails.
John Maxwell
Liberty and equality...will be best attained when all persons alike share in the government to the utmost.      
Aristotle
I'd rather see a sermon than hear one any day;
I'd rather have one walk beside me than merely point the way.
       David O. McKay

There is a sufficiency in the world for man's need but not for man's greed.
       Mohandas K. Gandhi
Tell me and I forget; show me and I remember; involve me and I understand.
       Anonymous


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46 comments:

  1. clairzJuly 14, 2011 at 7:39 AM

    Wonderful skies, Sylvia. I love the David O. McKay quotes, too.

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  2. GeorgeJuly 14, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    You've gotten some stunning pictures of the clouds. I really like the little 'orphan' cloud in your first picture.

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  3. Ms. BeckyJuly 14, 2011 at 8:09 AM

    whoa, what fabulous skies!!! the quotes are appropriate, I especially like the John Maxwell. the second photo is my fave. always a pleasure Sylvia. I hope you have a beautiful weekend.

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  4. TexWisGirlJuly 14, 2011 at 8:09 AM

    really beautiful, again. endless beauty and soul-stirring here...

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  5. TeamgsquareJuly 14, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    Wow ,great Capture .

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  6. ReenaJuly 14, 2011 at 9:58 AM

    I'm always in awe of the beauty around us!

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  7. Maude LynnJuly 14, 2011 at 11:03 AM

    These are absolutely gorgeous!

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  8. Beverley BairdJuly 14, 2011 at 11:26 AM

    Gorgeous skies! Love those white billowing clouds best! Great quotes as well!
    Have a wonderful weekend Sylvia!

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  9. RajeshJuly 14, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    Wonderful shots. Beautiful cloud formations in the sky.

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  10. WandaJuly 14, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    I didn't realize we are starting on a new season....I better go on some photo shoots soon, as my sky picures are getting rather low.

    Love yours. Looks like you were in the right place at the right time and with your camera.

    Have a great weekend Sylvia.

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  11. AnonymousJuly 14, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    My dear Sylvia, you always share the best collection of skyscape. Love them all - every week.

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  12. CarverJuly 14, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    These are all wonderful shots Sylvia. I love the clouds so much and you get great ones.

    I know what you mean about how elusive peace can be and I find it hard to understand why things get so messed up. I had to smile this morning when I saw a flag fluttering at my neighbor's house. There are a lot of U.S. Flags and Sports flags and garden flags but this was the first Peace Flag I'd seen someone have out. I thought about asking where they got it because I would love to have a Peace Flag too. Maybe start a new look in the neighborhood although I know some wouldn't like it.

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  13. Pearl MapleJuly 14, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    Great collection of photos and quotes, thanks for sharing (and hosting) with SWF

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  14. LizJuly 14, 2011 at 12:09 PM

    Sylvia your sky shots are beautiful. Happy sky watching.

    Liz @ A Simple Life

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  15. EG CameraGirlJuly 14, 2011 at 12:09 PM

    I soooo agree with the Ghandi quote! Gorgeous skies, Sylvia!

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  16. JaneJuly 14, 2011 at 12:18 PM

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  17. JaneJuly 14, 2011 at 12:19 PM

    Great selection, like the tree:)

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  18. SteffiJuly 14, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    Great photos of skies for SWF,Sylvia!Thank you for sharing and have a nice weekend!
    I love your new blog header,Sylvia!

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  19. AnonymousJuly 14, 2011 at 1:39 PM

    Lovely series Sylvia, and these radiate the peace of which you speak!.....:)

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  20. JamesJuly 14, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    They are all beautiful! I'm reminded how much enjoy cloud watching. Thanks. :)

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  21. eileeninmdJuly 14, 2011 at 3:39 PM

    Wonderful skies and quotes, Sylvia! I also wish for peace in the world. Wonderful photos and happy skywatching! Have a great weekend!

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  22. JackJuly 14, 2011 at 4:27 PM

    The weekend is here now, Sylvia, with all that time for more skywatching!

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  23. genieJuly 14, 2011 at 5:13 PM

    Beautiful photos and wonderful quotes. You are just the best at this. I so enjoy your blog. Genie

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  24. LewJuly 14, 2011 at 6:26 PM

    Beautiful skies (and quotes) you have this week!

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  25. SandyCarlsonJuly 14, 2011 at 8:13 PM

    Your beautiful skies keep me alive and perky! Thank you.

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  26. KarenJuly 14, 2011 at 8:16 PM

    Beautifully hung clouds. Have a great weekend.

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  27. Pietro BrosioJuly 14, 2011 at 8:25 PM

    Wonderful Sky Watch post, Sylvia, I enjoy all the nice photos and quotes!

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  28. LinneaJuly 14, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    Those are some wild skies there Sylvia. I love your latest header...so charming. Enjoy the weekend.

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  29. magiceyeJuly 14, 2011 at 9:11 PM

    gorgeous captures!

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  30. KayJuly 14, 2011 at 10:12 PM

    Another amazing set of skies, Sylvia. AND another fun header, too! Have a terrific weekend!

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  31. JimJuly 14, 2011 at 10:23 PM

    Beautiful skywatch shotS.
    Sydney - City and Suburbs

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  32. Yogi♪♪♪July 14, 2011 at 10:28 PM

    Beautiful pics.

    I loved the quote by David O. McKay. I lived in Utah in the early 60's and remember that he was the leader of the Mormon church. I'm not Mormon and will never be but I have lots of Mormon relatives. I can't condemn them, they are very nice people

    Oh well, enough of that. I have a three day weekend. I'm helping Heather with a fund raiser tomorrow (she is here, there, and everywhere with volunteer work).

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  33. Sallie (FullTime-Life)July 14, 2011 at 10:54 PM

    Beautiful skies and quotes as always -- the 'adjust the sails' one is appropriate for where we are right now -- when I see the boats, I'll remember it (and pray that we have leaders who will be able to adjust).

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  34. Jidhu JoseJuly 14, 2011 at 10:54 PM

    lovely shots
    happy SWF

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  35. Thomas LeeJuly 14, 2011 at 11:14 PM

    Lovely skies,happy skywatching.

    My SWF

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  36. NatureFootstepJuly 15, 2011 at 1:02 AM

    nice clouds!

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  37. kRiZcPEcJuly 15, 2011 at 1:47 AM

    a very nice set of shots, thanks for sharing

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  38. HARLEQUINJuly 15, 2011 at 2:01 AM

    Beautiful photos! Have a nice day!

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  39. AnonymousJuly 15, 2011 at 2:18 AM

    What superb skies - so peaceful!

    Have a great weekend.

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  40. ArijaJuly 15, 2011 at 4:13 AM

    Beautiful, beautiful skies and Yes, I too pray for the same.

    Enjoy your weekend my dear, here, things are not quite what one would wish.

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  41. FranciscaJuly 15, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    I'm totally ad idem with you about peace, Sylvia. A little compassion goes a long way. It's too bad that in politics today, cooperation and compromise are seen as weakness. It's good to reflect on such matters when looking at peaceful skies!

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  42. UnknownJuly 15, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    Your shots for Sky Watch are absolutely beautiful! Even though it's colder this year, we still don't have much cloud formations worth for a pic in California

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  43. PatJuly 16, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    What a variety of sky shots, Sylvia, all gorgeous. I particularly like the the composition of the last one with the tree branches against the sky.

    Have a lovely weekend. I'll be in SoCal for my sister's 40th wedding anniversary/60yh birthday...a mini family reunion!

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  44. Gemma Wiseman aka Pamela AdamsJuly 16, 2011 at 6:45 PM

    Gorgeous patterns in those fluffy white clouds!

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  45. TaniaJuly 17, 2011 at 3:16 AM

    Wonderful clouds and skies. I like the sunset very much, delicate colors and framed with the trees.
    Hope you have blessed Summer days:-)

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  46. Mary Howell CromerJuly 18, 2011 at 2:27 AM

    Good early Monday Morning Sylvia, from KY...I had three homes to care for pets, wildlife and gardens last week, besides my own and with family visiting..whew, just getting to my SkyWatch friends. Your selected image for this post is outstanding, all are lovely, but this one even enlarged is magical. Have a great week~

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