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Thursday, November 24, 2011

Nature’s Beauty Is All Around Us

The Fence and Gate That Gene Built ~ Richmond, VA
(Eloise and her mommy are walking to the house.)

View of Sky and Mountains from Bridge over the Maury River at Rockbridge Baths, VA


Our task must be to free ourselves...
by widening our circle of compassion
to embrace all living things
and the whole of nature and its beauty.
~Albert Einstein






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44 comments:

  1. Kim, USANovember 24, 2011 at 5:16 PM

    Beautiful! Natural beauty always amazes me!

    SWF

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  2. RajeshNovember 24, 2011 at 5:39 PM

    Beautiful shots. The reflection, shadows all perfect.

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  3. EG CameraGirlNovember 24, 2011 at 5:55 PM

    Great reflections in the second photo, Genie!

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  4. JanisNovember 24, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    That fence is really nice...it sure does provide lots of privacy!
    Thanks for playing FF

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  5. JudyNovember 24, 2011 at 6:06 PM

    I like the shadows on the fence, and the texture of the river photo!!

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  6. Sylvia KNovember 24, 2011 at 6:10 PM

    You got them all and beautifully!! Skies, shadows and reflections! Terrific captures! Hope you have a wonderful weekend, Genie!

    Sylvia

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  7. JoyfulNovember 24, 2011 at 6:13 PM

    Beautiful pictures. Thanks for sharing.

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  8. Gemma WisemanNovember 24, 2011 at 6:18 PM

    Interesting fenceline with a wonderfuol fall of shadows for extra character! And the reflection highlights a picturesque setting!

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  9. TexWisGirlNovember 24, 2011 at 6:50 PM

    lovely! both of them!

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  10. AnonymousNovember 24, 2011 at 10:45 PM

    Love the last one !

    have a nice weekend !

    regards from Tromsø, Norway

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  11. Bridget LarsenNovember 24, 2011 at 11:08 PM

    Fence with character
    Bridget #13

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  12. Buttons ThoughtsNovember 25, 2011 at 5:39 AM

    Oh these are gorgeous shots. I also love the last one. B

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  13. HalcyonNovember 25, 2011 at 5:41 AM

    I'm always happy to take a look at nature's beauty. She does make some beautiful things. Your shots are lovely!

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  14. DebNovember 25, 2011 at 6:30 AM

    aww...love it...

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  15. Louis la VacheNovember 25, 2011 at 7:27 AM

    «Louis» hopes you and your family had a splendid Thanksgiving, Genie!

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  16. AnonymousNovember 25, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    I could have sworn I'd commented on that 2nd image... The rocks in the foreground is what caught my attention!

    Both cool shots & thanks so much for the comment you left... You're too kind & I appreciate you immensely! =)

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  17. Martha ZNovember 25, 2011 at 9:10 AM

    Wonderful images, I like the way you present them.
    I hope you had a great Thanksgiving with lots to be thankful for.

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  18. FayeNovember 25, 2011 at 9:22 AM

    Your photos have so much soul--the B &Ws in the first post and then in this one. The fence that Gene built respects privacy without being unfriendly. And that last shot just says end of November so eloquently.

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  19. Inger-MNovember 25, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    That is a gorgeous fence! I love the weathered grey surface. It's a well built fence that is decorative as well as serving it's purpose: keeping something in and something else out. Also love the fall colors and the shadow. The second shot is lovely too.

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  20. Magical Mystical TeacherNovember 25, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    The river scene is breathtaking, Genie!

    ENSCONCED IN THE SKY

    If I were firmly ensconced in the sky,
    Earth wouldn’t matter, and I’ll tell you why:

    I would be dancing with millions of stars,
    Or whirling around from Venus to Mars,

    Then I’d consort with a comet or two—
    Life would be good, from my point of view!

    © 2011 by Magical Mystical Teacher

    Sky photos here and here

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  21. LindyNovember 25, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    Both images are lovely and I particularly like the Maury River photo.

    Thanks for your visit and comment on my Friday Fences entry. Hope you're having a great start to the weekend. =)

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  22. Tina´s PicStoryNovember 25, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    great reflections!

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  23. UnknownNovember 25, 2011 at 1:31 PM

    Beautiful shots, love the Autumnal colours

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  24. Melbourne Australia PhotosNovember 25, 2011 at 1:48 PM

    Lovely colours, well-captured!

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  25. UnknownNovember 25, 2011 at 1:59 PM

    I love the photos. Nature is just outstanding at providing us with things to amaze and delight.

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  26. TheChieftessNovember 25, 2011 at 5:43 PM

    That second one is very vintage!!! Love the colors and the vintage look!!!

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  27. Oakland Daily PhotoNovember 25, 2011 at 8:19 PM

    I like the treatment on the 22nd photo. Like a faded instamatic shot.

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  28. LindaNovember 25, 2011 at 8:48 PM

    really lovely shot!

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  29. LinneaNovember 25, 2011 at 8:51 PM

    That's a very nice fence and what a fabulous gate. Your neighborhood looks like it's really enjoying autumn. I agree with the comment above...your second shot looks very vintage! Thanks for stopping by.

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  30. Chubskulit RoseNovember 25, 2011 at 9:19 PM

    Gorgeous!

    Visiting late from Skywatch, hope you can take a peek at my skywatch entry also. Thanks. Have a great weekend.

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  31. DianneNovember 26, 2011 at 6:08 AM

    I love how the fence fits its surroundings so beautifully

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  32. RoanNovember 26, 2011 at 7:28 AM

    Beautiful fence and love the texture on the second shot.

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  33. SivindenNovember 26, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    Lovely pictures, the second one is superb.

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  34. CarolaNovember 26, 2011 at 1:56 PM

    Beautiful nature shots.

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  35. CarolaNovember 26, 2011 at 2:01 PM

    Beautiful shots.

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  36. RalphNovember 26, 2011 at 5:02 PM

    This is an interesting contrast - the suburban tract with a shadowy fence contrasted with the very rural and wild river. We may like to live in the nice house on most occasions, but really enjoy the occasional escape to the country. Neat!

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  37. Chubskulit RoseNovember 27, 2011 at 4:45 AM

    Beautiful shadows!

    Shadow at my page, please come and see.

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  38. colleenNovember 27, 2011 at 6:29 AM

    That's great how the first tree is reflected into another complete tree. You get 2 for 1, must be black Friday.

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  39. DebbieNovember 27, 2011 at 7:15 AM

    i just love the shadow on the fence, photographed shadows are amazing!!

    beautiful reflection in the second one, soft interesting shades of color in the water!!

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  40. CarverNovember 27, 2011 at 11:24 AM

    I love the reflection shot. Both are good but that one really grabs me.

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  41. Magical Mystical TeacherNovember 27, 2011 at 4:37 PM

    The tree shadow on the fence is bold and profound!

    SHADOWY DELIGHT

    Shadows above me, shadows below,
    Shadows beside me, wherever I go;

    Shadows each morning, shadows at night—
    Shadows, O shadows, you’re my delight!

    © 2011 by Magical Mystical Teacher

    Ants, Shadows, Sunflower

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  42. AnnNovember 27, 2011 at 4:52 PM

    Just beautiful!

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  43. BLOGitseNovember 28, 2011 at 6:57 AM

    oh la laa....last one is perfect, love it!!! It's like a painting...wow!
    Have a great week!

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  44. ThreeOldKeysDecember 4, 2011 at 5:02 AM

    what a great combination ... mundane and heavenly. Both capture the attention.

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