I noticed as I was putting the kids to bed that there was an eerie glow outside their blinds, and went out to investigate. The color in the yard blew me away. The photos can't possibly replicate it, but all the pinks and purples of blooms seemed almost florescent, and my skin actually was glowing orange! It was about 8:30 pm. I stayed out as long as there was enough light to snap some photos.
Lots of dark stormy clouds mixed with wildfire smoke and clear skies to the west made for a spectacular sunset and a very strange light quality...
This last shot was unbelieveable, made me wish I had a really nice camera and the knowledge to use it! I was speechless looking at this, I can't even explain how "small" and insignificant I felt in comparison.
My apologies in advance for my late blog visits, but it appears I am going to have a busy weekend. I spent the morning trimming and spraying blight again, and spent the early part of the day with the kids swimming. Now it looks like we will be going biking at the state park in this heat, then a last minute BBQ for hubby's work that is almost an hour away tomorrow, followed by another get-together for the family of one of Finn's friends. Even though it's hot as can be (was still 92 at 7 pm last night!) we are going to be very busy and I'm not going to get much gardening done, but after this sunset last night I really have this urge to just "be" and spend some time having fun with my family and relaxing, I'm wondering how many other times I have missed beauty like this because I was "too busy"? I hope you all have a fantastic weekend and stay cool! (Or get some warmth, as your situation might be different than mine!)
I'm glad you took the time to notice that sunset. Wow!
ReplyDeleteAnd yes-we need warmth. It's only 57 right now and tonights lows will be in the 40's. I should've learned to knit-those tomatoes could use a sweather right now!
Beautiful! I love when the sky goes all orange. We had a double rainbow yesterday. We don't get rainbows very often only when there are dark clouds in one area and the sun is out in another. I sat outside enjoying it.
ReplyDeleteSounds like you have another wonderful family fun weekend.
http://www.youtube.com/v/ervaMPt4Ha0&autoplay=1 I HOPE I sent this right -I'M not to savey on the computer-its about honoring military families-awesome
ReplyDeleteI think you are one very smart lady to heed a message in the celestial show you witnessed last night. It's so hard to find that happy medium between working for/toward something you believe in and taking time to just "be." Especially these days when time truly seems to go by faster than it used to. Take lots of water on your bike hike, peddle fast enough to make a breeze and enjoy your wonderful family. :o}
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful pictures Erin. I hope that you have a wonderful weekend with your family!! Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteLovely shots! I am also awestruck by some of the sunrises/sunsets that are out there. It's great to take the time to enjoy them.
ReplyDeleteHave a fabulous weekend.
Judy
Absolutely stunning!
ReplyDeleteLooks like a good storm brewing too LOL Hope you manage to have those bbq's?
Beautiful. So Navy family, does that sky mean something?
ReplyDeleteThose weren't pinks you were seeing my friend, they were roses. Glad you took the time!
ReplyDeleteBEAUTIFUL!
ReplyDeleteSame thing happened here in NC. My Hubby and I were on the swing last night enjoying the evening when all at once everything suddenly seemd to "glow". It almost hurt the eyes to look around it was so bright! I too noticed my skin. I looked like I had the BEST tan ever!
ReplyDeleteHi, I just discovered your site and wanted to let you know how much I enyoy reading it. I love the humor in your writing, especially considering how busy you are. Sorry to hear about the blight attacking your tomatoes. I have been spraying my plants also but it looks like some of the plants are showing symptoms of blight. We have had so much cool, wet weather here in Maine.
ReplyDeleteI hope your weekend has been wonderful. Thanks for the warmth wishes. :) It's been beautiful here over the weekend after a week of all clouds and rain.
ReplyDeleteJane, I don't think it means anything in particular since much of the color was caused by wildfire smoke this time, but out on the ocean I believe the "red skies at night, sailor's delight" is really true!
ReplyDeleteHi Tami! wasn't it crazy?!
Hello Backroadjournal, and welcome! I think we are in for a cruel year in regards to disease and pests :)