Tag: sky

From the Ancient City of Dan

This was taken from the Ancient City of Dan in northern Israel.
This was taken from the Ancient City of Dan in northern Israel.

sky art

It has taken some some time for me to come to appreciate living in the plains of the Illinois. I prefer the shore, and miss the wooded beauty of western Michigan. On the other hand, the beautiful unobstructed view of the heavens are sure beautiful here.
It has taken some time for me to come to appreciate living on the plains of Illinois. I prefer the shore, and miss the wooded beauty of western Michigan. On the other hand, the unobstructed view of the heavens is its own beauty here. Taken just behind where we live.

Sea of Galilee 2

This was going to be the last in a short series from Israel, but I have one more. This is a favorite.
This was going to be the last in a short series from Israel, but I have one more. This one is a favorite.

Sea of Galilee 1

Sea of Galilee 1

This is the second of three images from a trip to the Holy Land in early 2012.

Illinois River Bridge

Illinois River Bridge

This bridge spans the Illinois River in Morris, IL, just south of the I&M Canal. I love running and bicycle rides along the canal towpath, and this bridge has become a favorite place to explore.

River and Sky

River and Sky

I have been a runner for many years and, while I do still run, I am bicycling a lot more. This is one of my favorite destinations. It is a park along the banks of the Illinois River in Morris, IL. I have taken lots of shots here and I am always fascinated at how much a single location can change it’s character due to the weather and the change of season. This was a particularly beautiful day.

The Illinois River at Starved Rock State Park

Illinois River at Starved RockConsidering how flat the terrain is in this part of the country, Starved Rock State Park provides great hiking, camping and – believe it or not – views!

Flag Quartet

Flag Quartet

 

the sea

the sea

I know I am biased, but new York does have some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Not that I have been to many, but enough to know that my bias is true. This was taken at Jones Beach, New York. I grew up 15 minutes from this beach on the southern shore of Long Island. I have long since tried to stop understanding it, but I know that I am never more at rest, and at peace, when I am at the shore. The ocean has a way of making you feel small, and that’s a good thing. I have many wonderful memories of family and fun at this beach, and each time I go home to NY to visit my folks I go to Jones Beach, be it Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall. I also dedicate this image to a dear friend who has taken some of the most beautiful shore pictures that I have ever seen.

 

Tranquil

Tranquil

A tranquil moment on the Illinois river.