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Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Sunset in the Desert is Astounding

Desert sunset


Despite the cooler and rainy weather and the overcast days, we’ve had a few great sunsets when the sun emerges from a bank of dark clouds before disappearing behind the mountains in front of the house. 




 The desert behind my house
The light catches the rocky bluffs in the desert behind our house and sets them all aglow.  This situation only last about five minutes so if I don’t get the camera quick, it’s gone.  These pictures are natural too and not improved by Photoshop or any other photo enhancing software.



 The desert behind my house
These rocks really look as if someone is inside and has turned the lights on.  This is another fantasy moment for me as I can imagine these rocky crags being home to all sorts of creatures with all the same comforts we have, couches, beds, a kitchen, etc.  My mind can go wild writing a short story in my head.  I guess desert scenery serves as a nice picture prompt for me.

What do you think of these rocks?  Aren’t they exquisite?  Could you write a story from these pictures?
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13 comments:

  1. bettyMay 20, 2015 at 7:44 AM

    Those rocks are pretty; they remind me of the Dells here which can be quite colorful :) Such pretty sunsets. I haven't seen too many yet here, but know I will hopefully soon.

    betty

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    1. SunniMay 20, 2015 at 4:24 PM

      Betty,

      We are so lucky to have lots of great sunsets here. I've managed to capture some outstanding color over the last ten-plus years we've lived here.

      Thanks for stopping by.
      Sunni

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  2. UnknownMay 20, 2015 at 9:13 AM

    You have a beautiful Backyard, Sunni.

    The second photo with the rock ablaze can be a good prompt for something. I'm gonna have to ponder on that.

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  3. UnknownMay 20, 2015 at 9:33 AM

    You have a beautiful Backyard, Sunni.

    The second photo with the rock ablaze can be a good prompt for something. I'm gonna have to ponder on that.

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    1. SunniMay 20, 2015 at 4:27 PM

      Rasheed,

      The whole backyard is desert so we have beautiful landscaping back there that is untouched by mankind. I hope it stays that way. I love the glowing red rocks at sunset. I could write stories too of beings living in them and those are the lights inside their homes. LOL.

      Thanks for reading and leaving a comment.

      Sunni

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  4. Chrys FeyMay 20, 2015 at 9:59 AM

    Those pictures are amazing! See the sunset at the Grand Canyon has been a dream of mine.

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    1. SunniMay 20, 2015 at 4:30 PM

      Chrys,

      The north rim of the Grand Canyon is about an hour or so away from my house. It's a breathtaking place.

      I take so many pics, it's hard to decide what to post.

      Thanks for reading and leaving a comment.

      Sunni

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  5. Liz A.May 20, 2015 at 8:29 PM

    The colors are stunning. Great pics.

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    1. SunniMay 20, 2015 at 11:43 PM

      Thanks, Liz, for reading and leaving a comment. We do get some nice ones here.

      Sunni

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  6. PL KeenorMay 21, 2015 at 1:35 AM

    What a beautiful part of the world you live in! I love the colour of those rocks. I can imagine a fantasy story built around how they got to be that colour.

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    1. SunniMay 21, 2015 at 9:19 AM

      Hi PL,

      Yes, the rocks are inspirational. I've written three fantasy novels but haven't used the rocks in them, but in some way they have inspired me.

      Thanks for reading and your comment.

      Sunni

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  7. JustlittlecajunmeMay 21, 2015 at 5:41 PM

    Wow, that is an awesome scene! Lucky you, Sunni! My imagination can run wild.
    justlittlecajunme.blogspot.com

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    1. SunniMay 21, 2015 at 10:15 PM

      Thank you, Lisa! These are shots from my backyard. The whole area around here is similar. It always takes my breath away just driving back from the grocery store when I look at the panorama of colorful mountains that surround me.

      It can make the imagination work over time. :-)

      Thanks for leaving me a comment.

      Sunni

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