Thursday, December 30, 2010

Skywatch Friday: White and Blue


Looking up the day after Christmas was white on white.
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The next day there were so many different shades of blue and white to enjoy beginning with the morning light.
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The first shots were taken from the windows inside.
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Later I ventured out and for part of the day the sky was the bluest of blues.
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There is something breathtaking to me about snowy branches against vivid blue skies.
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Later there was a mix of blue and white with a softer blue.
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I enjoyed the variations throughout the day and took many photographs.
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The wind was blowing so hard that at times it looked like it was snowing.
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Click for the home of skywatch Friday. Happy New Year ahead !
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26 comments:

  1. AnonymousDecember 30, 2010 at 12:11 PM

    those are breathtaking shots. i could only dream of these scenes and you live them. how nice.

    happy new year. thank you for a year of wonderful images and stories. i have been entertained and awed. thanks.

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  2. Sylvia KDecember 30, 2010 at 2:40 PM

    Oh, breathtaking indeed, Carver! What fantastic captures and such vivid blue skies that are only made more beautiful by the snow! Wishing you a very Happy New Year and thank you for adding to the beauty of my world with your fantastic photos each week and your very kind comments! You are definitely one of the people who make blogging such a joy!

    Sylvia

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  3. Kay L. DaviesDecember 30, 2010 at 2:42 PM

    Beautiful blues, Carver, so many different shades. And I love the way you captured the tiny bits of blown snow like re-born snowflakes against the sky.
    -- K

    Kay, Alberta, Canada
    An Unfittie's Guide to Adventurous Travel

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  4. AnonymousDecember 30, 2010 at 2:44 PM

    Very beautiful!
    Happy New Year!
    Cheers, Klaus

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  5. Martha ZDecember 30, 2010 at 2:47 PM

    I love the blue skies after a storm, the white snow a perfect contrast.

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  6. Lavender and Vanilla Friends of the GardensDecember 30, 2010 at 2:51 PM

    Wonderful the blue of the sky and the white of the snow, glorious pictures.

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  7. Benikos placeDecember 30, 2010 at 3:00 PM

    Happy and Healthy new year 2011!!!

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  8. My name is RietDecember 30, 2010 at 3:08 PM

    I lofe that beautiful white snow and the blue skies together. Great pictures. Have a happy NewYear

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  9. Pearl MapleDecember 30, 2010 at 3:13 PM

    Am with you on the view of bright blue skies and white trimmed branches, it is ever so pretty. Have a great new year and thanks for adding to our Sky Watch party.

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  10. EaglesbrotherDecember 30, 2010 at 3:30 PM

    Good series of shots...isn't it wonderful how the scenery and skies can change from hour to hour.

    Have a Happy New Year.

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  11. XaviDecember 30, 2010 at 3:46 PM

    Wishing you a very Happy New Year!!!

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  12. LauraDecember 30, 2010 at 4:22 PM

    so much wonder and variety in each image...how blessed we are to be aware and witnessing the glory around us! Happy New Year:)

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  13. AnonymousDecember 30, 2010 at 4:31 PM

    Really cool shots!

    Happy SWF & Happy Happy New Year! =)

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  14. http://graceolsson.com/blogDecember 30, 2010 at 4:55 PM

    wonderful shots
    My Dear!

    Thank you very much for your visits and comments during 2010.

    Thanks cause I learned many subjects of photography with you and all the coleagues of SKYFRIDAY!
    Have a nice evening and HAPPY NEW YEAR!
    GOD BLESS YOU"
    I HOPE WE CAN CONTINUE TOGETHER IN 2011..http://graceolsson.com/blog/2010/12/believe-you-can-fly/

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  15. HildredDecember 30, 2010 at 5:25 PM

    Oh, these are so very beautiful. Love that blue sky, - - it is not often here with us during winter months but we are enjoying a nice delphinium blue today. Happy New Year, and thank you for these lovely pictures of snow and sky and tree and branch.

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  16. AnonymousDecember 30, 2010 at 7:03 PM

    Wonderful photos, Carver - I love snow on bare branches. At the same time, I'm trying not to be jealous of how quickly your snow disappears.

    It's been great fun skywatching with you. I'm looking forward to 2011, and wish you all the best for a happy new year.

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  17. AnonymousDecember 30, 2010 at 7:18 PM

    Wonderful winter scenes, Carver.
    The combination of the white snow and the clear blue sky is heavenly. It's a pity our winter is mainly grey ...
    Whishing you a very Happy and Healthy New Year.

    Greetings from theNetherlands,
    -Jan K. alias Afanja

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  18. JanDecember 30, 2010 at 8:39 PM

    What wonderful contrast. I love the snowy branches against the brilliant sky. Well done.

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  19. RajeshDecember 30, 2010 at 10:13 PM

    Beautiful winter shots.
    Wish you Happy and Prosperous New Year.

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  20. NicoleDecember 30, 2010 at 11:31 PM

    I so love the snow against the blue sky.
    We had a wee bit of rain this morning, I loved it.
    Ah, would love a winter walk right now :)

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  21. Oakland Daily PhotoDecember 31, 2010 at 12:08 AM

    Gorgeous shots. Warm and cold at the same time. It makes me wish I could be in the scene.

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  22. Arlen eDecember 31, 2010 at 12:41 AM

    I wish i could exeperience that cold and beauty of a white world!

    Happy new year from the warm Philippines, Carver!

    Arlenea

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  23. Jidhu JoseDecember 31, 2010 at 3:03 AM

    nice
    happy new year

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  24. KcalpeshDecember 31, 2010 at 6:38 AM

    Amazingly breathtaking views!! The white snow covered trees under the blue skies look amazing!!

    Pixellicious Photos wishes you a very happy new year!!

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  25. LVDecember 31, 2010 at 10:23 AM

    Snow can certainly provide some stunning sights. All your photos are wonderful.

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  26. SandyCarlsonJanuary 1, 2011 at 6:08 PM

    Nothing beats that beautiful blue of North Carolina! Gorgeous.

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