Friday, December 13, 2013

Before Ice

 Tiny Marsh in late October

Something from my archives to remind us (OK, mainly me) what blue skies really look like. November and December skies are notorious for being overcast over Ontario and this year they have both been pretty much... GREY.

Slightly different view

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67 comments:

  1. JudyDecember 13, 2013 at 5:41 AM

    Others need to see some blue, too!!! Somehow, I have not noticed (or maybe I don't remember) how beautiful the combination of blue sky and dead cattails can be...

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  2. RevrunnerDecember 13, 2013 at 5:53 AM

    I'm sure it's not as cold here as where you live, but even just the thought of sun and warm summer temperatures is comforting. :-)

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  3. Our photosDecember 13, 2013 at 6:50 AM

    Beautiful photos!!!!

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  4. Billy Blue EyesDecember 13, 2013 at 7:15 AM

    Very nice though it does look cold there

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  5. William KendallDecember 13, 2013 at 7:18 AM

    A beautiful marsh!

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  6. HalcyonDecember 13, 2013 at 7:39 AM

    That is so incredible beautiful! Love the clouds and the blue. :)

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  7. AndyDecember 13, 2013 at 7:51 AM

    The sky was on your side for these photos. They are beauts.

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  8. Buttons ThoughtsDecember 13, 2013 at 7:53 AM

    Thank you I keep singing that song "Grey skies are going to cheer up put on a happy face" :) Love the photos Ontario will be sunny soon:) Hug B

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  9. Rune EideDecember 13, 2013 at 8:13 AM

    very nice to remind me of what the blue sky actually look like! Monochrome as been the word around here the last couple of months.

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  10. Gerald (SK14)December 13, 2013 at 8:25 AM

    nice to be reminded of blue days

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  11. Pamela GordonDecember 13, 2013 at 8:28 AM

    Those blue skies and reflections in the water are beautiful! Such a pretty blue. We've had a lot of grey skies here too but I find January and February we have a lot of blue skies and sunshine along with the cold. We have a snow storm coming Sunday into Monday. Have a great weekend.

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  12. MadSnapperDecember 13, 2013 at 8:35 AM

    these are wonderful. that first one the trees and the reflections are just so pleasing to me

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  13. Cranberry MorningDecember 13, 2013 at 8:36 AM

    And aren't those beautiful shots! I also love those walkways in the previous post. How fun to spend an afternoon there! My favorite one is of the shadows. Cool pic!

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  14. UnknownDecember 13, 2013 at 8:53 AM

    Nice blue colours! Very intensive.
    Greetings
    JetteMajken

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  15. The Furry GnomeDecember 13, 2013 at 9:04 AM

    I opened your blog and said to myself - 'what an incredible picture!' You got that one just right.

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  16. IndraniDecember 13, 2013 at 9:05 AM

    Such beautiful captures. They fill my heart with joy!

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  17. DarlaDecember 13, 2013 at 9:32 AM

    Beautiful view and definitely a relief from the gloomy grey skies.

    Darla

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  18. KateDecember 13, 2013 at 9:32 AM

    Marshes are lovely year round. Beautiful photos! Have a happy week-end!

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  19. John @ Beans and I on the LooseDecember 13, 2013 at 10:26 AM

    These are nice. We have blue skies most every day here in the North Bay Area of SF. I'd welcome some drama in the sky even if it were just grayness.

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  20. Gail DixonDecember 13, 2013 at 10:41 AM

    That first shot reminds me of a still life painting. Perfect clouds, beautiful reflection, and gorgeous colors. Really nice!!!

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  21. TexWisGirlDecember 13, 2013 at 10:42 AM

    SO beautiful! i love the browns and blues of winter (well, pre-ice). :)

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  22. CarverDecember 13, 2013 at 10:51 AM

    Those are beautiful shots.

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  23. RoseDecember 13, 2013 at 10:54 AM

    It made me feel better just looking at these! I am definitely one of those people that need sunshine.

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  24. KarenDecember 13, 2013 at 10:55 AM

    Oh fabulous EG! I needed to see this today, thanks for sharing!

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  25. My name is RietDecember 13, 2013 at 11:32 AM

    Your skies and reflections are beautiful.

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  26. StephanieDecember 13, 2013 at 11:33 AM

    Thanks for the reminder about blue skies, these are gorgeous to look at.

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  27. genieDecember 13, 2013 at 11:37 AM

    What beautiful reflections of clouds on the water. They look like you could play hop scotch on then :-) We have lots of winding picket fences our in the county here. I loved the idea that this one had the pond with it...and a house that was in good standing.

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  28. Sylvia KDecember 13, 2013 at 11:52 AM

    Such beautiful, peaceful reflections for the day, EG!! Wonderful captures as always!! Hope you have a great weekend!! Stay warm and enjoy!

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  29. JanDecember 13, 2013 at 12:11 PM

    Great reflections. Photo memories are great.

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  30. kayerjDecember 13, 2013 at 12:18 PM

    I love blue skies and blue skies reflected is doubly nice.

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  31. kayerjDecember 13, 2013 at 12:18 PM

    I love blue skies and blue skies reflected is doubly nice.

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  32. DeniseinVADecember 13, 2013 at 12:21 PM

    Those are beautiful skies. Thank goodness for archives. I have been going into mine a lot lately :)

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  33. HaddockDecember 13, 2013 at 12:40 PM

    Like that blue.
    So calm.

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  34. AnonymousDecember 13, 2013 at 1:09 PM

    Verey serene pictures!

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  35. Icy BCDecember 13, 2013 at 1:21 PM

    Two beautiful shots with such blue sky!

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  36. Daniela AugustkaDecember 13, 2013 at 1:36 PM

    Beautiful reflections. Very nice landscape.

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  37. MalyssDecember 13, 2013 at 1:53 PM

    I like it when clouds seem to be floating on the lake! What a bright blue!

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  38. CatherineDecember 13, 2013 at 2:05 PM

    beautiful cloud reflections - beautiful colours

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  39. VieraDecember 13, 2013 at 2:11 PM

    Beautiful nature...great colour...excellent shot

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  40. cieldequimperDecember 13, 2013 at 2:26 PM

    I am hoping to see an ice shot next...

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  41. MersadDecember 13, 2013 at 2:29 PM

    Beautiful location and great images.

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  42. MaggidDecember 13, 2013 at 2:34 PM

    Sooo Beautiful!
    a good sight to remind me - "All Is Well."

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  43. RedPatDecember 13, 2013 at 3:16 PM

    These are gorgeous, EG! The sun has come out here but it is still really cold.

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  44. Lisa GordonDecember 13, 2013 at 3:29 PM

    What beautiful scenes these are!

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  45. Ruth HiebertDecember 13, 2013 at 3:29 PM

    These pictures are like a breath of fresh air. I love those blue skies.

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  46. aspiritofsimplicityDecember 13, 2013 at 4:29 PM

    we are mostly gray in November as well.

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  47. Elizabeth EdwardsDecember 13, 2013 at 6:18 PM

    awesome reflection!! ( :

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  48. HilaryDecember 13, 2013 at 7:38 PM

    They sure have been grey lately. But not in your beautiful images. That sky and its reflection looks so rich.

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  49. Nell at njschoutDecember 13, 2013 at 10:54 PM

    Yes, it can be very grey here too, so the blue looks lovely!

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  50. Linda W.December 13, 2013 at 10:56 PM

    Beautiful colors and nice reflections.

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  51. JamesDecember 13, 2013 at 11:29 PM

    This is outstanding!

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  52. RandyDecember 13, 2013 at 11:35 PM

    Beautiful reflection.

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  53. eastcoastlifeDecember 14, 2013 at 3:14 AM

    The skies are incredibly blue in Ontario!

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  54. Betty ManousosDecember 14, 2013 at 3:41 AM

    omg, what a spectacular, my friend!
    totally enjoyed seeing your photos!

    happy weekend~

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  55. Red Nomad OZDecember 14, 2013 at 4:46 AM

    I used to think the ideal photo was a clear blue sky - but now I'm convinced of the perfection of clouds!

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  56. Zandarmid PhotographyDecember 14, 2013 at 7:33 AM

    Lovely shots! I love that cool shade of blue...

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  57. UnknownDecember 14, 2013 at 9:53 AM

    Such beautiful sceneries. Great shots!

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  58. Pride In Photos BeautyDecember 14, 2013 at 10:57 AM

    Oh my word...the marsh is stunning beautiful!!! GREAT capture my friend.

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  59. 'TsukiDecember 14, 2013 at 1:20 PM

    Amazing blue sky and perfect reflection... I can't wait to see what kind of reflection you will catch with this lake now that it is covered with ice !

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  60. ElaDecember 14, 2013 at 1:23 PM

    Beautiful views :)
    Greetings

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  61. KathyDecember 14, 2013 at 1:49 PM

    Really pretty photo.

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  62. Andrea @ From The SolDecember 14, 2013 at 2:06 PM

    A badly needed reminder, I might add. Our skies are gray ... even our sunrises and sunsets are gray. There is no color to be had except the colorless white of snow. Looking forward to blue skies again.

    Andrea @ From The Sol

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  63. NatureFootstepDecember 14, 2013 at 4:20 PM

    stunning colors in both water, sky and grass. .)

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  64. maryaustriaDecember 15, 2013 at 6:10 AM

    What a beautiful scenery!! Wonderful reflections!

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  65. Powell River BooksDecember 15, 2013 at 3:15 PM

    When it's winter it's hard to imagine summer will every return. When it's summer, it seems like it will last forever. But each season does have good parts. - Margy

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  66. NefertitiDecember 16, 2013 at 4:05 AM

    Superbe !

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  67. AnonymousDecember 16, 2013 at 3:37 PM

    We've been horribly gray too. Thanks for sharing such beautiful blue skies!

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