Monday, May 18, 2015

Victoria Day Weekend

 Lake Simcoe at sunset

Today is the last day of a three-day weekend here in Canada. We are celebrating Queen Victoria's birthday, which we celebrate each year on the Monday preceding May 25th.  Queen Victoria was born on May 24, 1819, so she is about to be 196 years old.

Lake Simcoe

Actually though, we are celebrating the beginning of summer. (What? What happened to spring?) Traditionally on this weekend, many owners of cottagers open them up for the season, boaters put their crafts into the water, families go on picnics and watch fireworks, gardeners plant annuals....

I suspect that all of this is going on here except for the planting of annuals. Just last week we had a hard frost!

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54 comments:

  1. MersadMay 18, 2015 at 4:35 AM

    I absolutely love the colors in the sky.

    Mersad
    Mersad Donko Photography

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  2. AnonymousMay 18, 2015 at 5:10 AM

    Wonderfully atmospheric and peaceful looking!

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  3. AndyMay 18, 2015 at 5:30 AM

    I like your photos. That marina sign looks like it is date back to the 50's. Maybe even the 40's.

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  4. JeevanMay 18, 2015 at 5:50 AM

    Climate seems to drastically chance everywhere... Hope you enjoy the season :)
    Wonderful capture and nice reflection.

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  5. The CrankyMay 18, 2015 at 6:12 AM

    So lovely and serene; very peaceful photos.

    Thank you for your kind words; we appreciated them very much.

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  6. RevrunnerMay 18, 2015 at 6:17 AM

    I think next weekend is the traditional start to the boating season here.

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  7. eileeninmdMay 18, 2015 at 6:38 AM

    Happy Victoria Day! I love the pretty sky and view on the first photo. Have a happy day and new week ahead!

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  8. Bob BushellMay 18, 2015 at 6:55 AM

    Beautiful sunsets over the lake.

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  9. HalcyonMay 18, 2015 at 7:35 AM

    What absolutely beautiful reflections! I know I say it all the time, but I miss Ontario. At least I have your wonderful shots to take me back. :)

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  10. MadSnapperMay 18, 2015 at 8:15 AM

    I now dub you "queen of reflection photos" double wow wow on this one. we went right into July the first day of May..

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  11. AnvilcloudMay 18, 2015 at 8:29 AM

    It has been a fine weekend. I like these photos.

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  12. Margaret Birding For PleasureMay 18, 2015 at 8:58 AM

    The colours of the sky are marvellous adn the reflection in the first shot is stunning.

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  13. DonnaMay 18, 2015 at 9:22 AM

    What a wonderful celebration....right around our Memorial Day weekend where we kick off summer. I didn't realize I shared a close birthday with Queen Victoria...it explains a lot! :)

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  14. KathyMay 18, 2015 at 9:49 AM

    These are beautiful pictures. I feel like I could just reach out and put my hand in the water.

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  15. TexWisGirlMay 18, 2015 at 9:56 AM

    beautiful light, color and reflections! enjoy the day!

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  16. DarlaMay 18, 2015 at 9:58 AM

    Beautiful shots of the lake and sky. Memorial Day at the end of this month signals the beginning of summer here. So far "summer" seems a little doubtful as I sit under overcast skies all day.

    Darla

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  17. 21 WitsMay 18, 2015 at 10:23 AM

    Absolutely stunning photos, so very calming what a lovely spot, and your reflection in your first photo is award winning. Enjoy your celebrations.

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  18. RedPatMay 18, 2015 at 11:02 AM

    I love that 1st shot, EG! I was at the garden centre yesterday and it looks like people aren't waiting to do their planting - I am. It is going to be cool again this week so next weekend will be the time for me. Enjoy the day - it seems to be really quiet here this morning.

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  19. Sylvia KMay 18, 2015 at 11:06 AM

    Awesome skies and colors and breathtaking captures!! And you do indeed take my breath away!! Hope you get some sunshine and warmth and have a great new week!! Thanks as always for sharing the beauty of your world!!

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  20. RoseMay 18, 2015 at 11:10 AM

    I love these photos...love the feel of them. Love the subject. They would really make a beautiful painting.

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  21. John @ Beans and I on the LooseMay 18, 2015 at 11:24 AM

    You could almost flip that first photo upside down - the refection is so clear and sharp.

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  22. LowellMay 18, 2015 at 11:29 AM

    I don't know anything about Victoria Day, but you're right, she's even older than I am! That first shot is just about perfect, what with the reflection and the colors!

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  23. GwenMay 18, 2015 at 11:51 AM

    The lighting is beautiful in both of these. Great job!

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  24. Hootin AnniMay 18, 2015 at 12:27 PM

    Wow...what glorious colors of pinks/lavenders and a smoky blue. Beautiful

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  25. Small City ScenesMay 18, 2015 at 12:44 PM

    Your have the Queen's birthday to jump start summer we have Memorial Day-last Monday in May to get the summer going and yet the first day of Summer isn't until June 20/21st.

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  26. VPMay 18, 2015 at 12:48 PM

    Amazing shots, the lake and the sky are wonderful!

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  27. OhmydearestsMay 18, 2015 at 1:38 PM

    Beautiful pictures!

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  28. StephanieMay 18, 2015 at 2:41 PM

    Beautiful view and images.

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  29. cieldequimperMay 18, 2015 at 3:37 PM

    Hope you're enjoying the day! Thanks for these stunning shots!

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  30. Gail DixonMay 18, 2015 at 3:44 PM

    Beautiful colors in the sunset at Lake Simcoe. I'd love to visit there someday.

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  31. Ginny HartzlerMay 18, 2015 at 4:32 PM

    Beautiful photos! I especially like the first one with the reflection of the sign and just that touch of pink in the sky, all reflected in the water!

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  32. LauraMay 18, 2015 at 4:41 PM

    Absolutely beautiful! Enjoy this time of celebration :-)

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  33. Ruth HiebertMay 18, 2015 at 4:51 PM

    I love the first picture. It looks like a painting,only better. No planting of annuals here,mine are covered with blankets to keep the frost out.

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  34. mickMay 18, 2015 at 5:07 PM

    The lake is beautiful and your photo captures show the light beautifully.

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  35. carol l mckennaMay 18, 2015 at 6:15 PM

    Colorful and creative photography! Gorgeous ~ Happy Birthday Queen Victoria!

    Happy Week to you,
    artmusedog and carol

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  36. ValerieMay 18, 2015 at 6:30 PM

    Stunning reflection EG, followed by a beautifully serene scene - thank you for sharing your gorgeous part of the world.

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  37. Photo CacheMay 18, 2015 at 6:36 PM

    A 3-day holiday, what fun! Hope you spent the holiday shooting :)

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  38. Gill - That British WomanMay 18, 2015 at 7:41 PM

    it was a good weekend weather wise, a bit warm and humid for me though.

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  39. MichelleMay 18, 2015 at 8:05 PM

    That second shot is so beautiful!

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  40. AmyMay 18, 2015 at 8:27 PM

    oh wow what gorgeous colours!

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  41. Bethany CarsonMay 18, 2015 at 8:30 PM

    The reflection is beautiful! Lovely location!

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  42. RandyMay 18, 2015 at 9:21 PM

    Love the reflection in the first shot.

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  43. GreenComotionMay 18, 2015 at 9:37 PM

    Absolutely amazing photos and scenes, Tina - beautifully done!
    Have a Great Day!
    Peace :)

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  44. CloudiaMay 18, 2015 at 9:50 PM

    For some reason these excellent photos say ONTARIO to me.





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    ALOHA from Honolulu,
    ComfortSpiral
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  45. orchid0324May 19, 2015 at 1:46 AM

    Dearest EG; I've learned about celebration of Queen Victoria's birthday in your country. I hope you could enjoy your holidays. In Japan, the present Emperor's birthday is our national holiday.
    Stunning photograph of Lake Simcoe; wonderful trip reflection♡♡♡

    Sending Lots of Love and Hugs from Japan to my Dear friend, xoxo Miyako*

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  46. AnonymousMay 19, 2015 at 2:30 AM

    Sounds great that you are having a wonderful trip in Canada! Stunning shots!

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  47. AnonymousMay 19, 2015 at 3:26 AM

    What gorgeous shots.

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  48. PerthDailyPhotoMay 19, 2015 at 5:23 AM

    Two very beautiful images EG, the weather seems to be all over the place everywhere these days!

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  49. Powell River BooksMay 19, 2015 at 1:55 PM

    We live in our cabin year round, so we didn't have to open it for Victoria Day. But we did see lots of our neighbours returning the week before to get things all ready to go. We've had a mild winter so there is a lot more lake activity than years before. - Margy

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  50. William KendallMay 19, 2015 at 5:24 PM

    Two gorgeous shots, EG!

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  51. UnknownMay 19, 2015 at 5:42 PM

    Love that first shot, stunning..

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  52. Su-sieee! MacMay 19, 2015 at 7:16 PM

    Great photos, especially the reflection one. I can see that one taking up a whole wall.
    Take 25 to Hollister

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  53. betty-NZMay 20, 2015 at 12:30 AM

    Both shots are picture-postcard perfect! What lovely scenes.

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  54. cedarmerefarmMay 24, 2015 at 9:12 PM

    Fantastic sky! Yes, what happened to spring? The weather has been so beautiful here in Virginia. Spring is still trying to hang around here. I don't mind that at all because summer is very hot and humid here.

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