Thursday, April 9, 2015

Enjoying the Sunset....




Sunsets.... we see them often, although sometimes we just take them for granted and don't really pay attention. They are amazingly beautiful though, as they change quickly.




We were out to have a picnic supper at the workplace of one of our sons. Since he works from 2-midnight, we miss having supper together, so we took some pizza and met him for supper.  It was later in the evening, the air was warm, the breeze was just enough to make it feel pleasant. It was a perfect night to be out and enjoy being together, plus we could watch the sunset. 

These pictures have been cropped, but are otherwise unedited. The sunset was just that beautiful. 

 The picture above was from the top of the van... we were driving, but we have a sunroof on our older minivan and so it is a novelty and this was a perfect night to have it open. I couldn't resist raising my camera up and snapping the picture. :)  Yes, I stayed in my seat with my seatbelt on. :) 

This next picture shows the sun settling lower in the sky.

 We were driving home from supper with our son, so I just kept snapping pictures. No, that house is not ours... just one we passed by and I liked the trees against the sky.

I loved the changing sky... the colors and clouds.... and the different trees in silhouette. I'm so glad we took the time to enjoy the sunset. Do you take the time to enjoy the beautiful sunsets God makes? Maybe it is time to do that again... I know I will be watching them. :)





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39 comments:

  1. Debby RayApril 9, 2015 at 1:02 PM

    Just glorious! I missed a fabulous one last night...of course...when I didn't have my camera with me!

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    1. Gentle JoyApril 10, 2015 at 8:58 AM

      That is so frustrating when it happens! I have learned to take my little camera with me in my purse, so that I always have it.... and I even take it up to bed... I have heard an owl a few times and I keep hoping to pull the shades open and see an owl right there in the pine tree outside my window... a perfect shot. Hmmm.... hasn't happened yet, but I keep watching. Thank you for visiting... I sure enjoyed that sunset. :)

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  2. MilaApril 10, 2015 at 11:29 AM

    What a gorgeous soothing sunset. Doesn't get better than that :)

    I hope you'll find the time to link up with us this week:
    http://milaslittlethings.com/2015/04/idea-box-thursday-link-party-5.html

    xx
    Mila

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    1. Gentle JoyApril 10, 2015 at 5:58 PM

      It was a wonderfully beautiful sunset. :) Thank you for visiting.

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  3. AnonymousApril 10, 2015 at 6:35 PM

    You do take beautiful photos!

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    1. Gentle JoyApril 11, 2015 at 1:55 PM

      Thank you for your sweet, encouraging comment! :)

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  4. WoapPoetApril 11, 2015 at 3:42 AM

    Good Morning Gentle Joy,

    What beautiful sunset photos, I always enjoy your photos, and thoughts and stories that go with them. Would love for you to come visit TGI Saturdays Blog Hop today to share. Have a blessed weekend.

    http://www.asklatisha.com/tgi-saturdays-12/

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  5. Little Clouds of ThoughtApril 12, 2015 at 5:05 AM

    I love sunsets especially by the beach. Nice photos!

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    1. Gentle JoyApril 14, 2015 at 9:05 AM

      Sunsets really are special... they change and leave so fast and yet they are beautiful. Thank you for stopping by. :)

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  6. Mary E. StephensApril 12, 2015 at 4:23 PM

    These are lovely pictures. I especially like the one with the house in it. It reminds me of a vintage illustration.

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    1. Gentle JoyApril 14, 2015 at 9:05 AM

      Thank you.... what a nice thought about a vintage illustration... I will look at that picture again and appreciate it anew because of your words. :) I'm glad you visited.

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  7. CathyApril 13, 2015 at 10:46 AM

    These are gorgeous photos! Makes me want to sit outside tonight and watch the sunset. : )

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    1. Gentle JoyApril 14, 2015 at 9:09 AM

      Thank you... the amazing sunsets are different every day... what a wonderfully creative God to do that! Thank you for visiting... it was nice to have you. :)

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  8. ChristineApril 14, 2015 at 6:50 AM

    gorgeous photos and unedited too! Sunsets are special and you have captured their glory so well!
    Thanks also for visiting my blog! looking forward to following you on your journey!

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    1. Gentle JoyApril 14, 2015 at 9:10 AM

      What a sweet comment! Thank you... I am so glad you visited me today. :)

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  9. Gentle JoyApril 14, 2015 at 9:02 AM

    I do too! Thank you for visiting. :)

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  10. Scrappy quilterApril 15, 2015 at 6:15 PM

    I love sunsets. Always such a wonderful way to end a day.

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    1. Gentle JoyApril 17, 2015 at 4:40 PM

      I love them also... they are relaxing, vibrant, encouraging and so many wonderful things. :)

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  11. StephanieApril 16, 2015 at 6:35 AM

    Oh my.... what a glorious sunset! Beautiful images, my dear. Thank you for sharing your loveliness with Roses of Inspiration. Enjoy your day!

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    1. Gentle JoyApril 17, 2015 at 4:43 PM

      It was amazing... I love watching those striking sunsets... thank you for visiting and for the blog party. :)

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  12. She Yarns CrochetApril 17, 2015 at 8:55 AM

    These are breathtaking photos. Thanks for linking up and sharing with us at Funtastic Friday. I hope you can make it again this week.

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    1. Gentle JoyApril 17, 2015 at 4:44 PM

      Thank you... it was such a beautiful sunset. :) Thank you also for the linky party. :)

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  13. UnknownApril 18, 2015 at 11:55 PM

    What lovely photos, thank you for sharing God's amazing beauty with us at Good Morning Mondays. Blessings

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    1. Gentle JoyApril 22, 2015 at 8:35 AM

      Thank you.. God provides such beauty in those sunsets... they are a blessing. :) Thank you for visiting.

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  14. eileeninmdJune 22, 2015 at 10:27 AM

    Gorgeous sunset captures! Happy Monday, have a great week ahead!

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    1. Gentle JoyJune 24, 2015 at 3:45 AM

      Thank you... I love the beauty of the sunrises and sunsets. :)

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  15. Sunshine and ElephantsJune 22, 2015 at 11:51 AM

    I am a lover of sunsets, sunrises, clouds and other wonders from God. You did a great job capturing this moment.

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    1. Gentle JoyJune 24, 2015 at 3:47 AM

      I am too! Thank you... God's creation is sure amazing. :)

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  16. NCSueJune 22, 2015 at 5:06 PM

    So lovely. Gorgeous sunsets.
    Thanks for sharing at http://image-in-ing.blogspot.com/2015/06/the-other-worldly-insect-world.html

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  17. likeschocolateJune 23, 2015 at 7:28 AM

    WoW! So beautiful! Have a great week!

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    1. Gentle JoyJune 24, 2015 at 3:58 AM

      Thank you... I hope your week is wonderful also. :)

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  18. MollyJune 25, 2015 at 4:46 AM

    Beautiful, I don't think one can ever see too many sunsets

    Mollyxxx

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    1. Gentle JoyJune 25, 2015 at 8:07 AM

      I agree... they are all so different... and beautiful. :)

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  19. LauraJune 25, 2015 at 12:19 PM

    Every moment you shared is exquisite!

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    1. Gentle JoyJune 30, 2015 at 4:23 PM

      Thank you... what a blessing to have sunsets to enjoy... and times with the family. :)

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  20. JamesApril 14, 2017 at 10:52 AM

    Outstanding shots! I love the reflection!

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    1. Gentle JoyApril 15, 2017 at 5:15 AM

      Thank you... the sunset was reflected in the roof of our minivan... as I took the picture out of the sun roof.. unusual, but it worked. :)

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