Showing posts with label sunset. Show all posts
Showing posts with label sunset. Show all posts

Monday, February 6, 2012

Warm Welcome


I am slowly but surely recovering from the process of moving from one end of Phoenix to the other. The move - from a two-bedroom home to two rooms in my son's home - required a lot of decisions about what could come with me and what had to be given away, either to family or the Salvation Army. I probably brought too much with me, but I'll know more as I get settled in.

My commute to visit/babysit grandchildren has tripled, but the trip isn't too bad. Good thing I like to drive!

My son and daughter-in-law (and their five dogs!) welcomed me with open arms, always a plus. I'm getting acquainted with my new neighborhood and I plan to go on a photo safari soon.

The beautiful sunset shown above greeted me on the night I moved in. I took it as a sign that all will be well. So far, so good.

Until next time,

Friday, December 2, 2011

Atlanta Sunset


Back to Atlanta one more time. This photo was taken from the same viewpoint as last week's, the 52nd floor of the Westin Peachtree hotel in downtown Atlanta, just as the sun was sinking on the horizon. I had a great time there and also managed to visit nearby Roswell, where many historic homes were decorated for a Christmas tour. Photos to come later.

I'm linking to Skywatch Friday, which features fantastic photos from around the world.

Till next time,

Thursday, October 6, 2011

Skywatch: Sunset on the Nile

Minarets stand out against the background of the setting sun. This photo was taken from the deck of a river cruiser somewhere between Luxor and Aswan.
A few years ago I had the great good fortune to join a tour of Egypt and Jordan. One of the many highlights of the trip was sailing the Nile River from Luxor to the great dam at Aswan. It was an experience I'll never forget and this photo is one of my favorite reminders. It could have been taken anywhere, except for the unique silhouettes of the minarets, from which the beautiful Muslim call to prayer is sounded five times each day. I'll share more of my adventure in future posts.

Join me on Skywatch Friday and see great photos from around the world.

Until next time,