Friday, July 15, 2011

Weekend Reflections

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It has been a really busy few days and I'm running behind. I may be a little late visiting your blogs, but I will get there. I've had to depend on my library this week and  a couple of shots that I caught at the apartment on one of our lovely sunny days!! Yes, we have had some more sunny ones  -- although today the high was 68!!! Cloudy, rainy, and downright chilly! Isn't this July??? Or have I missed something???

Let's not just transform those in need, we can also find ways to help transform those in power. Anonymous

Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power.
Anonymous

The healthiest response to life is joy.
Deepak Chopra


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34 comments:

  1. GeorgeJuly 15, 2011 at 7:46 AM

    I don't mind looking at pictures from your archives -- they are always so beautiful. But I like your shadowy reflections as well.
    I'll gladly trade some of our heat for some of your chill. We've had to run the air conditioning most of this week, which is something we almost never do up here on the Plateau.
    Have a great weekend.

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  2. EG CameraGirlJuly 15, 2011 at 8:17 AM

    Sylvia, I have to say 68° sounds wonderful to me. :) I'm glad you are finally getting a bit of sun!

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  3. MalyssJuly 15, 2011 at 8:23 AM

    Your sunset is leaving me breathless! and I like the silouhette of the glass!
    Great post!

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  4. FranciscaJuly 15, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    That's one amazing sunset... and Chopra has it right: the healthiest response IS joy...

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  5. IngridJuly 15, 2011 at 9:23 AM

    Beautiful pictures, love the golden sky but also the glass reflecting on the blanket or bed cover. I wonder too where summer is hiding, we had 53 F yesterday !!! I had to take my autumn anorak out !

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  6. AnonymousJuly 15, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    Hey, Sylvia, your friend in India placed my picture (the 1st one on the left) in your header!!! Wow, how creative and clever she is!!! The pic has been reversed, though, as the part in my hair is really on the other side.

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  7. cieldequimperJuly 15, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    Hi Sylvia!

    Gorgeous photos as usual!

    What makes you think I'm in the PNW? I'm not! The Walla Walla photo was taken in April! :-)

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  8. KayJuly 15, 2011 at 10:13 AM

    Gigi Hawaii just wrote me an e-mail telling me to hurry on over to your blog to see the newest header. Aaackk! What a surprise! You and your Mumbai friend sure started my morning off with a smile.

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  9. genieJuly 15, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    You new banner is so precious. We just ned the names of each person in the group...that would be fun. Love the reflection of the quilt...maybe that is because I am a quilter. As always you quotations are wonderful. Do you use a book or the internet as I do? Genie

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  10. Ms. BeckyJuly 15, 2011 at 10:27 AM

    Ha ha ha!!! that banner is priceless!!! thanks for the chuckles. and lovely reflections too. I'm happy to see photos from your archives, they're always a pleasure to view. we're in the midst of a high-summer heat wave here in the Midwest, so I'd gladly trade you some heat for some cool! I hope you have a joyful and peaceful weekend Sylvia.

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  11. JamesJuly 15, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    The top one is beautiful and the other two are very creative. The colored glass makes great reflections and they're interesting too!

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  12. ReenaJuly 15, 2011 at 10:54 AM

    sunshine! hip hip hoorah! love the photos

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  13. UnknownJuly 15, 2011 at 11:01 AM

    Intriguing as usual, Sylvia. Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.

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  14. TexWisGirlJuly 15, 2011 at 11:06 AM

    i love the shadows you catch from your window and glasses sitting on the ledge.

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  15. Kay L. DaviesJuly 15, 2011 at 11:32 AM

    Beautiful shots, Sylvia. It's such a good idea to have some on hand for busy days.

    —Kay, Alberta, Canada

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  16. UnknownJuly 15, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    Love the sunset, and the caption as well. Wonder if most of us feel powerless to do that:) And I love your header -what a great idea!

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  17. Tina´s PicStoryJuly 15, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    Very nice shots. Most I love the sundset! :) LG Tina

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  18. Simon July 15, 2011 at 1:17 PM

    Your quotes are always such fun to read. This week I like that 2nd image with the subtle blue glass reflection.

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  19. jooJuly 15, 2011 at 2:16 PM

    Such a lovely post Sylvia! As usually:)
    Have a great weekend!
    Hugs
    Joo

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  20. Yogi♪♪♪July 15, 2011 at 2:20 PM

    Your new header makes me laugh, it is wonderful. Great pics and some great anonymous quotes.

    It was my day off today we all three went to breakfast. I brought Logan downtown while I tuned up some more numbers, going to MIL's for steaks and drinks tonight.

    I hope you are having a great day Sylvia.

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  21. DianneJuly 15, 2011 at 2:26 PM

    You take the best sunset photos Sylvia - always a delight.
    Have a safe week-end!

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  22. VioletSkyJuly 15, 2011 at 2:42 PM

    I do like that strategically place wine glass!

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  23. AnonymousJuly 15, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    I always like your reflections Sylvia. The middle photo is very nice. Simple but nice.

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  24. This Is My Blog - fishing guyJuly 15, 2011 at 4:09 PM

    Sylvia: What a neat sun shot. I certainly hope all is going well.

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  25. lotusleafJuly 15, 2011 at 6:00 PM

    Sylvia, this time your shots are mysterious!I wonder how you managed to shoot the second picture.

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  26. AnonymousJuly 15, 2011 at 7:05 PM

    I'd be happy to send you some warm weather, we're expecting out hottest weather of the summer next week!

    Love the reflections, so very peaceful!

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  27. AlJuly 15, 2011 at 7:23 PM

    Archive shots or not, they're beautiful, Sylvia. We get the occasional cold day here in the summer too, but not lately. Give Sam a pat from Socks and me - Socks is settled down on the couch with me as I'm blogging this evening, after a nice walk.

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  28. TeamgsquareJuly 15, 2011 at 10:35 PM

    Awesome capture .

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  29. UnknownJuly 15, 2011 at 11:08 PM

    Beautiful reflections Sylvia. And what a beautiful new banner also.
    Have a great weekend.
    Costas

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  30. AnonymousJuly 16, 2011 at 11:32 AM

    Wonderful shots. I especially like that last quote.

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  31. CildemerJuly 16, 2011 at 4:54 PM

    Wonderful shots and quotes! Your sunset is sooooo beautiful!
    Thanks for sharing, Sylvia;o)

    ***
    Hope you are having a nice and happy weekend****

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  32. Gemma Wiseman aka Pamela AdamsJuly 16, 2011 at 6:46 PM

    Delightful shadow patterns, but I especially love that shimmer of gold on the water!

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  33. ArijaJuly 17, 2011 at 1:27 AM

    Absolutely glorious reflections and shadows, oh that blue glass on the side of the bed!

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  34. MeriJuly 17, 2011 at 8:59 AM

    Love the sunset shot, Sylvia.

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