Last evening, Richard and I drove up to Lake Erie (less than 10 miles distance) to take a stroll and watch the sun set. We have talked about it several times before, however when Richard suggested we go to the lake, I was delightfully surprised. We drove through some wooded areas which at this time of year are stunning with the various types of leaves decked out in their best colors ~ reds, oranges, yellows, mottled greens. As the sun descended lower in the western sky, we had only an inkling of the beauty awaiting at the lake.
We parked the car at a little village park in Euclid, OH, and walked down to the lake and out onto a quay. Our first glimpse was magical. I felt as if I had stepped into an impressionistic painting, the beautiful muted pastels imbuing the atmosphere with peace and tranquility.
At the end of the quay a few fishermen lingered in the waning light, casting their lines out over the tranquil lake time and again. I wondered if they truly expected another catch, or if they were simply enjoying the peacefulness of the evening. We spoke briefly to each other, but we all seemed to be comfortable with the silence.
As the darkness increased, I looked again to the west and sighted two fishermen headed down to the lake shore to do some night fishing.
We stayed a little longer, but then decided it was time to leave.
As we were driving away however, I could see through the trees that the colors were increasing in intensity.
Richard pulled into another park area about a mile down the road, and as I walked toward the shoreline, I knew we were in for a bigger treat than before! (While the previous photos had little editing, the remaining photos have not been edited or altered in the least. They are straight out of the camera!)
Afterward, as we walked back to the car, I took a final look back . . .
Driving home Richard reached for my hand. No words were spoken. We were content. This was a good evening.
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Magical sunset. Everything about the whole experience is beautiful. The colors, the landscape, the fishermen, the moment… Just breathtaking. Thank you for sharing a wonderful sunset. I wish you both endless memorable sunsets ahead. Stay blessed always.
Thank you, IT. We had no idea the evening would be so “magical,” but it certainly turned out that way. It was a wonderful evening. Blessings to you, too, always.
Glorious photographs. What a lovely trip. Thanks for letting us join you.
Glad you joined us, nuvofelt. It was a lovely evening and we just happen to catch a great sunset. Fortunate. Thanks for stopping by.
These are absolutely gorgeous. Brilliant romantic colors.
Thank you, Paul. I appreciate you stopping by, and I’m glad you like the photos. I really lucked out last night!
A wonderful evening for both of you, well deserved.
Thanks for sharing —
Thanks T2T. I’m glad you liked them. It was a very nice evening for us.
Cecelia, you are blessed to have Richard who seems to sense your heart’s desires so very well. You were richly rewarded in your quest for sunset photos. Wow!
Thank you, Barbara. Yes, I am truly blessed to have Richard in my life. Our 10 anniversary is coming up soon, and still he is my sweetheart. And the sunset photos, what can I say. It was a magical evening for us. 🙂
Hi! You transported me to that moment! What beautiful shots. I could not keep my eyes of the sky!
Cheers,
Louise
P.S. Richard sounds like a major keeper!
Hi Louise,
First, I am happy that you like the photos. It was an unbelievable sight, and quite magical. Second, yes, Richard is definitely a keeper! Even after 10 years I feel so lucky to have him in my life.
thanks for stopping by.
Cecelia
Those are breathtaking, Cecelia! Wonderful and awe-inspiring.
Thank you, Nancy. It was one of those situations where all you had to do was point and shoot. The sight was indeed breathtaking!
These photos are stunning! Absolutely stunning!
(By the way, thanks so much for stopping by my blog and subscribing!)
Kathy
Thanks for stopping by. I’m glad you like the photos. I found you through Robin of “Life in the Bogs.”
Don’t you sometimes get the feeling that sunset is, at the end of the day, a kiss of gold?
Absolutely! Thanks for stopping by. I appreciate it.
That was a sweet afternoon cecil..Your photo exudes romance..I bet you and richard had a wonderful and romantic afternoon by just looking at the sunset…
Great photos and a great post..=)
Thank you John. We had a really nice evening. I’m glad you like the post. It is good to see you again.
What wonderful photos — what I liked best was when you thought you had taken your last glorious shot for the night, the sky turned even more vibrant in color and intensity! Thanks for sharing!
Ah, serendipity! Glad you enjoyed the show. 🙂
What a gorgeous sunset! So glad that your husband suggested a drive to the lake.
Hope you’ve gotten settled into your new home and things are looking up in OH.
That indeed was a nice suggestion. I don’t think either one of us expected such a brilliant display of color. And yes, we are settling in and becoming acquainted with our new home, thank you.
Oh my goodness, what a stunning visual feast! you must have come home with your head full of beauty!
We sure did. It was a very nice outing for us, one that I couldn’t wait to share with y’all. 🙂
A stunning sunset, and wonderful day the two of you had. So glad you and Richard were able to experience a beautiful sight. Thanks for sharing your photos and evening with us, Cecelia. 🙂
Thanks for stopping by, irma. We had a really nice time and were treated to a exquisite show. Thanks for stopping by. 🙂
thanks for sharing that wonderful evening!
Thanks for stopping by, frizz. Much appreciated. 🙂
Beautiful series of photographs of a lovely experience made even better because it was shared by you both together!
It was indeed a lovely experience, and I’m glad you got to share in it albeit vicariously. Thanks for stopping by. Have a blessed day.
Absolutely spectacular.
Thanks! Glad you like the photos, and I appreciate you stopping by. 🙂
Beautiful shots all! One thing that I found when I moved here is that The Great Lakes produces different skies from where I used to live farther north-east. I guess it’s not exactly the same as a Texas “big sky”, but the great distances to the opposite shore do allow for some wonderful vistas!
I have to agree with you. The vistas are magnificent. Thanks for stopping by.
These are stunning… love all the colors. 🙂
Thank you, Elizabeth. I’m glad you got to see them. It was an awe-inspiring sight.
Wow! What a glorious sunset. How fortunate that you were there to see it so you could share it with us. 🙂
I’m glad you enjoy the photos. I don’t see sunsets like that one very often. I’m happy to share. 🙂
brilliant cecilia!
Thank you so much, dadirri7. It was a glorious view. All I did was point and shoot. 🙂 Thanks for stopping by.
A very nice set of sunsets. I really love that pier shot 🙂
Thanks Martin. Glad you like the sunsets. . . and the pier shot! 🙂 I appreciate you stopping by.
I could feel peace enfolding me as I walked through this evening with you. Namaste.
OH, thank you so much. It was indeed a peaceful, beautiful, romantic evening. I’m glad you felt the peace. 🙂
These are really wonderful, they would make a wonderful wall collage.
Thanks Karyn. I like your idea. I was trying to think of some kind of display that would combine the sunsets and the fall foliage from another post. If I give it a try, I’ll post the results.
Absolutely love sunsets and they are indeed romantic. Great photos … I love the silhouettes against the brilliant sky. We are on Mammoth Mountain for the weekend … it’s autumn and the aspens are beautiful. I’ll probably post some pictures over the weekend.
Thanks for stopping by, and I’m glad you like the sunsets. Have you ever seen the Aspens in Colorado? Beautiful. I look forward to seeing your photos.
wonderful, romantic pictures!
Thanks Doris. I’m glad you like them.
My, there’s quite a choice here.
My favourite is the one with the fishermen. The detail of the bike contributes to its narrative.
Glad you liked it, IsobelandCat. It was a wonderful evening, and the fisherman were calm and enjoying the moment.
These are magnificent sunsets. Mother Nature going to bed.
Beautiful …
Isadora
Thank you! It was a glorious sight. Nature does not disappoint.
The evening shots are truly magical! Especially the ones with shades of orange and purple are beautiful
The evening shots are truly magical! Especially the ones with shades of orange and purple are beautiful
I’d say that was a perfect evening. Your most beloved and a glorious sunset. That’s a lovely life. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Thanks, it was indeed a perfect evening! Glad you enjoyed the sunset. 🙂
two words come to mind: oh. wow.
My sentiments EXACTLY! Words cannot describe the incredible beauty of that evening’s sunset. Glad I was able to capture some of it to share with y’all, and glad you could enjoy it.
what dramatic changes and beautiful site…
Thanks for stopping by shoma. Glad you like the beauty of it all. 🙂