Friday, October 21, 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 rather wistfully looking back over photos from around the harbor and decided to share a couple of favorites from some older captures and, of course, that meant one of my turtle friends, too! The last shot I took of the area on the fifth floor where my apartment is. There is a small sitting area near each elevator, big windows and sometimes some colorful reflections!!  Enjoy your weekend, turn off the news, turn on the music and look for the beauty around you! It's always there, sometimes we just have to look a little harder!

Everyone has talent. What is rare is the courage to follow that talent to the.... place where it leads. 
Erica Jong
 

A flower that is not the prettiest in the garden may yet have the loveliest fragrance.
David L. Weatherford

Of all the things I've lost, I miss my mind the most.
Mark Twain
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38 comments:

  1. Betty ManousosOctober 21, 2011 at 8:33 AM

    oh Sylvia!

    what breathtaking photos!
    you're a great photographer!!
    thanks for brightening my day!

    have a nice weekend!
    betty

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  2. Betty ManousosOctober 21, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    ...and the last one is so inviting!

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  3. Martha ZOctober 21, 2011 at 9:02 AM

    What a great place to sit, enjoy the view and capture a great reflection.

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  4. MalyssOctober 21, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    You caught so well a beautyful lightning and soft and sweet colors!
    I wish you a nice week-end, dear Sylvia!
    And I LOVE your banner!!it made me smile!:o))

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  5. AnonymousOctober 21, 2011 at 10:41 AM

    delightful shots. the last one is so peaceful and the quote is really strong. love it :) have a blessed weekend, dear.

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  6. Rune EideOctober 21, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    Three very nice contributions, but I fell completely for that lonely sail-boat in the sunset very nice atmosphere.

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  7. Nature RamblesOctober 21, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    Those orange hued skies are absolutely stunning. I also like the little bow and the vase of flowers.

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  8. ReenaOctober 21, 2011 at 11:31 AM

    You always come up with such funny quotes! Love that sunset shot!

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  9. JamesOctober 21, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    Great reflections Sylvia! I love the top one with the lone sailboat surrounded by all of the natural beauty and color!

    Have a great weekend!

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  10. Ms. BeckyOctober 21, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    oh that last quote is great!!! it's certainly true of myself. great reflections Sylvia. happy weekend to you.

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  11. Kay L. DaviesOctober 21, 2011 at 12:15 PM

    No contest, of course, Sylvia, I love the turtles best! And your winning header is win-derful.

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

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  12. TexWisGirlOctober 21, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    i LOVE the turtle shots! always make me happy!

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  13. Pat TillettOctober 21, 2011 at 12:25 PM

    Always multiple reflections and always very nice!

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  14. JackOctober 21, 2011 at 1:11 PM

    Nice photos, Sylvia. I know exactly what my friend Mark means!

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  15. Gemma Wiseman aka Pamela AdamsOctober 21, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    O it's good to see your turtle friends again! They are lovely in their water home! Stunning sky light over the water in the first photo! And wonderful depth in your window reflection!

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  16. Simon October 21, 2011 at 1:26 PM

    Extra special images from you this week Sylvia. The first one sets an amazing mood, but the last one speaks to me the most. have a great weekend.

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  17. genieOctober 21, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    Thanks you so VERY munch for your kind and encouraging words about my photos this week. I cannot begin to tell you what a gorgeous place we were...and it was the time we got off the beaten path and plan to go down a road that looked interesting. There we were at a gorgeous state park of which we knew nothing. To live almost on the border of VA and WVA, we know little about WVA. Trust me...we will be going back. My shadow shot is form another state park we went to which was ethereal in its beauty. I am glad you liked the quote. Each week I think of you and your fabulous quotes when I am searching the internet for words that will go along with my pictures. Your shots this week are gorgeous as always. Maybe one of these days we will get back out there to see my son on Bainbridge and then we will have to have coffee. By the way, I adore your Seattle clock. I need to put one on my blog so I know what time it is on Baimbridge. Hug, genie

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  18. GineOctober 21, 2011 at 1:57 PM

    Le bégonia sur fond d'immeuble a ma préférence. Excellent sujet, très bien traité !

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  19. LeoviOctober 21, 2011 at 2:00 PM

    Wow! Beautiful sunset. I like that nice orange.

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  20. Inger-MOctober 21, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    Great shots, Sylvia, I love the turtles!

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  21. KarenOctober 21, 2011 at 4:00 PM

    The first one is splendid and serene. Love the turtles too!

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  22. AnonymousOctober 21, 2011 at 4:25 PM

    Happy weekend Sylvia! I love the view with the reflections :-)

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  23. Living In Williamsburg VirginiaOctober 21, 2011 at 4:54 PM

    Love these shots, particularly the turtles.

    Darryl and Ruth :)

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  24. AlOctober 21, 2011 at 5:30 PM

    Lovely shots, Sylvia' that's a wonderful sitting area where you live. I'm not sure how it is for Sam, but Socks gets too many treats already! Whenever we eat out my wife keeps something to give him when we get home! Anyway, have a great weekend and give Sam a pat from us.

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  25. Karen @ Pieces of ContentmentOctober 21, 2011 at 5:42 PM

    The reflections and colours in your last are lovely Sylvia.

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  26. lotusleafOctober 21, 2011 at 5:53 PM

    Beautiful reflections, and the thoughts lead to reflection!

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  27. Louis la VacheOctober 21, 2011 at 7:24 PM

    The first image is really fine, Sylvia.
    Great post!

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  28. LewOctober 21, 2011 at 9:39 PM

    Beautiful reflections, Sylvia! And quite a couple you have visiting your header today!

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  29. CarlettaOctober 21, 2011 at 9:54 PM

    That first shot makes me want to be somewhere warm. :) It's beautiful!
    Your little spot on the fifth floor looks very inviting!!
    Hope you have a wonderful weekend with warm times and yes, lots of music!!

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  30. CarlettaOctober 21, 2011 at 9:55 PM

    I forgot to add that I LOVE the header!!!!

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  31. IngridOctober 21, 2011 at 11:09 PM

    Ah ! my little turtles ! I love this picture ! The last picture is very beautiful too !

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  32. Jan n JerOctober 22, 2011 at 5:41 AM

    Lovely reflections and quotes to go with them!

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  33. UnknownOctober 22, 2011 at 7:31 AM

    Absolutely stunning this top shot! You see, I remember calling you the queen of sky shots and it seems your indian friend has heard me! :-) Just look at the funny header!

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  34. NatureFootstepOctober 22, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    nice shots!
    Have a great weekend!

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  35. EbieOctober 22, 2011 at 6:45 PM

    You have a wonderful view, and the glass windows just create such great reflections!

    Congratulations again to your friend on your blog header!

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  36. forgetmenotOctober 22, 2011 at 7:31 PM

    Sylvia, Lovely reflections--that first one is stunning. Your quotes always bring a smile to my face or leave me with a meaningful thought--thanks. Have a lovely Sunday. Mickie :)

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  37. http://graceolsson.com/blogOctober 22, 2011 at 10:35 PM

    your photos and quotes simply....comfort me...thanks...

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  38. AnonymousOctober 23, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    Like them all but the turtles are especially neat.

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