Thursday, September 17, 2009

Sunset Sunday




Walking on Sunday
at Sunset...







Late Sunday
Beloved and I
took to the coastal path
around the bays
towards Dolphin Point



We didn't catch sight
of a migrating whale











but on our return










the sun began to slip










and line the horizon
with a stroke of pink










small clouds
mimicked birds in flight











and the ocean glowed










we stood











to watch










the final moments










and enjoy
that window










of shared beauty










in love with nature










and others
felt the same










and after










the sun
had disappeared










that glorious sense
of calm
and peace










falls all over
our world






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37 comments:

  1. You convey the peace in nature so well. I would have loved to have been there too.

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  2. Delwyn,

    A wonderful thing to see. It proves the point that those things of true value and beauty are often already with us. We just need to open our eyes a little more often.

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  3. Hello Scintilla

    You must feel a little homesick looking at these gum tree and Pandanus sunsets...on the Pacific Ocean...
    well you can at least share mine...

    Happy days

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  4. Hello Martin

    Fortunately in this part of Au I am often delivered these wonderful scenes on a platter... But I do take the time to go and enjoy them...and give thanks too...

    Happy days

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  5. Thanks for sharing. We can never have too many sunsets.

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  6. Hello Rosaria

    sunsets seem to be one of those romantic- in an impersonal way, moving experiences that we never tire of...
    I'm glad you were in the park with me...

    Happy days

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  7. That sense of calm and peace has fallen over my world too, after virtually taking that journey with you.

    Did you sense a crowd peeking over your shoulder?

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  8. Good morning/night Delwyn,

    Those clouds do look as if they are in flight across the sky...a few photos of the sunset reminded me of a bed of hot lava flowing down from above...appearing so intense in color and heat.

    I found the 4th photo back...the one with the waves...so serene and peaceful...but all are beautiful!
    I live so very far inland...it takes days to visit the sea!

    Smiles always,
    Wanda

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  9. Delwyn: I have to join your other commentors to say what a sense of calm your words and photos convey.
    Such lovely composition, in every way. The pacing of your words adds to the peace too.

    If we flow with nature, noticing the gifts it gives at different times of day - it truly sets the mood. Amazing that we can sometimes allow our thoughts to set the tone instead.

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  10. Hi Barry

    I can feel you presence right now Barry...as I smile at your words...

    Happy days

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  11. Hi Wanda

    When I was checking through the post just before, I stopped at the photo you mentioned and breathed and listened to the ocean rolling over the rocks on the shore...

    I hadn't thought about how far you must be from the sea...I can hear it in bed some nights when the wind carries the sound of the waves crashing...

    I have been on the look out for migrating whales. With the ankle I missed them all going up the coast. I hope to catch their return...

    I recently saw some aerial shots of the volcano on Mauai with its lava creeping out to the ocean...

    Happy days Wanda

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  12. Hi there Beautiful Bonnie...

    I'm glad that the post had that effect...I enjoyed re-reading it too for its calming mood...

    Happy days

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  13. yes delwyn this is a post that can be revisited time and time again for peacefulness!! i especially like the photographs in which the little clouds scatter outwards from the setting sun like a flourish! a truly lovely setting you lucky lady!!!!! have a peaceful evening delwyn, steven

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  14. Hi Steven

    you've given me an idea..I need to print this series out and keep it handy in a little flip album so that I can capture the feelings over and over...

    thanks for coming over..

    Happy days

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  15. Beautiful series, it was like being there. We have a great view of the sunset out at the country house and Wharton gets some really good ones.

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  16. What a peaceful walk. I haven't seen the sun set over the water like that in at least 10 years. Your photos capture the glory and then the calm.

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  17. Perfection, Delwyn, simply breathtaking and fills me with a sense of great peace... thank you.

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  18. Really beautiful photos, Delwyn. Just looking at them made me feel as if I were there. Thanks for sharing a wonderful sunset. Elcmae.

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  19. That' it. I saving my pennies for a QLD holiday with the family next year. It's so easy to see why so many Melbourians migrate up this way.

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  20. One of life's most simple and joyful pleasures. A true gift.

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  21. Delwyn, that was so lovely, watching the sun go down, you brought all the photo's together so well and let us know that the best things in life are free.

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  22. Hi Ellen

    thanks for dropping by

    Happy days

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    Hello Kb
    I'm glad I am able to share mine with you..

    Happy days

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    Hi Vicky

    thanks for spending time with me...

    Happy days

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    Hi Elcmae

    Its nice to see you again...

    Happy days

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    Hi there Liss

    This time of year is just glorious - not too hot..but warm enough for the beaches...


    Happy days

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    Hi Betsy...with the lovely smile..

    Happy days


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    Hello Sherry

    It is a free gift of the greatest calibre...


    Happy days

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    Hi Ann

    thanks for dropping by and taking time to leave a note...

    Happy days

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  23. Hi Delwyn! I love the calm and stillness at twilight on water. The photos are beautiful. love the pinks turning to red. Especially love "the final moments" with the overhanging branch.
    I agree with you and Steven: it would be so relaxing to view this post every night before going to bed. xx

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  24. i love the serentity here... and the walk, oh how i would love that even more~

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  25. The silhouetted trees frame your sunset photos so lovely. I am inspired to take a sunset walk along the beach soon. :)

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  26. Hello Margaret

    I am thinking of making it into a little print out for those times...
    There is such a tranquil mood after sunset don't you think...


    Happy days

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  27. Hi Blue Moon

    I'm glad you have come for a visit. The paddling in the river ways is a great way to relax and see nature...

    I look forward to further chats...

    Happy days

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  28. Hi there Amy

    you must...you will be transported...

    Nice to see you again

    Happy days

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  29. thanks for calling by June...

    Happy days

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  30. Nice pics Mum, Looks like you have the new Camera well sorted. ST

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  31. Thanks darling...

    I have yet to try all the manual settings but so far 'tis really good...

    Happy days

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  32. Wonderful! Wonderful! In the hectic busyness of a teacher's life, I somehow missed seeing this post until this morning. Thank you! I love coming to Hazy Moon for a moment of opening.

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  33. Hello Dan

    well here it was just waiting for you when you needed a beautiful image or two....to set the tone...

    Have a lovely weekend Dan

    I'm off for a paddle soon...

    Happy days

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  34. What a lovely series of pictures you captured! That path along the ocean is beautiful.

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  35. Hello GW

    I take this walk many times a week and never ever tire of it...thank you for your comments and for calling over..

    Happy days

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