The night holds mysteries and intrigue. It is under the cover of
darkness that spies and lovers meet, when our wildest dreams are played,
like a movie, across our minds. I've been a night owl for as long as I can remember. My brother Karl, the amateur astronomer, would show me the stars through his telescope pointing out planets and constellations. One of my most vivid memories is standing outside with him near the edge of the lawn as he focused his telescope on Halley's comet. Seeing this amazing comet, knowing that I would probably never get to see it again was beyond awe-inspiring. The wonder and joy of the universe that Karl instilled in me when I was a pesky younger sister, is one that I hope I instill in my girls when I set up our telescope and show them the moons of Jupiter and a faint smudge that is a whole other galaxy.
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| My favorite part of night, just as the sun falls below the horizon casting the sky into red and orange. Also, blinding the oncoming traffic was kind-of fun! |
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| Ashleigh took this photo as the moon swept behind the trees. I love how the leaves have little halos around them. |
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| I snapped this on Halloween night while we were trick-or-treating. |
Heather, I love love love these. I too, am an avid skywatcher. The moon's pull is strong and I seek out constellations and sunsets as well. This post is just lovely.
ReplyDeleteThanks. I love star gazing. It is one of my favorite activities. I didn't get to do too much this past summer because the mosquito population was crazy mad and bug spray didn't even faze them!
DeleteI agree! Awesome post as always! I'm a big fan of starry night sky and full moon as well. I'd take them over a dramatic sunset. I also love your daughter's shot. It's absolutely amazing :)
ReplyDeleteThanks. Ashleigh (as of right now) is interested in pursuing a career in photography. Even if she doesn't, I think she's got a great eye and will spend a lifetime capturing fantastic images!
Deleteyour pictures are amazing. the last shot specially. you are a genius.
ReplyDeleteWow! Thanks!
Deletedawn and dusk are the best time to take pics, imo. Love that first one with the red sky behind all the cars.
ReplyDeleteI had fun trying to catch that sky. We were driving home and I'll tell you, trying to take a photograph while keeping both hands on the wheel is not an easy task! Luckily we hit a red light and I was able to get that one shot. I'm sure the oncoming traffic was not amused.
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