January 14, 2017

  • Looking at the Sunset

    One of the fabulous things we experienced on vacation in Florida was the ocean sunset. Growing up in central Indiana, our idea of "big" water was the gravel pit swimming hole. Now that I've lived in Northern Indiana for more than half my life near Lake Michigan, I've been able to enjoy many sunsets over Lake Michigan. There are however a number of differences between the Atlantic Ocean and Lake Michigan. We can start with scope - the lake is big. It seems to be oceanic in size until you compare it to the real deal. Second it has waves but again the size of the waves on the lake aren't quite to the size of the ocean waves. And lastly there is the smell of the salt air. Sure Lake Michigan has a certain scent, mostly the smell of dead alewives. Even though the ocean coughs up dead things regularly, the ocean also takes them away. It is almost cat like dropping a dead mouse at your feet than grabbing it away and running off into the dark.

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    Day one was 70°F at sunset. We strolled to the beach and set up chairs to enjoy the view. The color was beautiful as the sun lit up the water. The picture doesn't do it justice.

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    Day two was slightly cooler and a little hazy in the late afternoon. We again convened on the beach to take in the sunset. The pinks in the sky and clouds were a soothing pastel. Truly a sherbet sunset!

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    The third evening on the beach was cool by Florida standards and windy with cold air blowing in from the north. There were dark purple clouds hovering over the golden sunset. Spectacular as any of the others!
    I'm not going to say that I have developed any photographic talent on this vacation. I'm pretty sure every photo taken of the sun setting over the ocean is a keeper!

Comments (14)

  • My favorites are pictures of the Pacific Ocean.
    Sunrise, sunset, and in between.

    • I am fascinated and terrified by the water. I don't think I'd enjoy it in my backyard on a daily basis... But to visit is wonderful! I am a landlubber for sure.

  • Hmmm -- the sun set in the west. That would mean the sand should be to the left of the ocean at sunset unless you were on the gulf coast of FL. How confusing to a west coast denizen! Beautiful photos, Val!

    • Yes we were on the gulf - Pensacola Beach which is a very narrow strip of land that juts into the gulf... it was very pretty. I don't think you can take a bad picture of the sunset over the ocean.

  • @murisopsis: Thanks for clarifying! I'll always remember the time in New Jersey when I was asked if I knew how to get to a particular place and I responded that I would go south for a while, then turn left (thinking inland)! Haha -- I would have ended up in the drink!

  • Nice photos daughter!

    • Thanks Mother. The rancor on Facebook is a bit out of control... Hope everyone can get along and not toss out friendships...

  • On the third photo the light of the sunset is squeezed between two thick layers of water in the sea and in the sky.
    You have captured an impressing composition, Val
    Love
    Michel

    • Captured is the right word - and it was truly accidental. Thanks for the compliment but I have to give credit to the Artist!!

  • Aaaahhh, that first photo looks amazing!

  • I like the photos. I am blessed to live near the water and be able to see wonderful sunsets often. I am glad you got to enjoy some while you were down.

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