It’s been a while since I ventured up to Pineridge Natural Area for predawn skies and sunrises. A couple reasons for that. It requires me to get up early and I find it more difficult to get out of a warm bed. I changed that this morning. I awoke early so… The temperature was 25 degrees and a light breeze from the north. It looked like clear skies as I could see stars but I made the decision to go anyway. As I left my condo I could see a few clouds huddled along the eastern horizon which spurred me on. It was not the best day to be standing in the cold, as February is known for cold, frosty mornings. But as old Father McGuire would say, “It’s just the way God wanted it.” I’m glad I did go and not just to accept an image but to be in the presence of nature. I did not stay long as it does not take long to feel the refreshing gift of nature (and the cold). Not many people out except for one hardy jogger. The sun now shines but the weather app says rain is possible in the early afternoon. I hope you have a wonderful day!
POD (Pen of the day): Petrol Marbled Pelikan M205 with Pelikan Edelstein Tanzanite ink.
4 Comments
Earl
After the initial efforts, it must have felt good to be back at Pineridge to greet the morning sun. Lovely sunrise colors here.
Monte Stevens
This is a magical time for me as the sun actually rises about 20 minutes after this photograph was taken. And yes, I did feel much better after I got home. It was well worth it.
Mark
Very familiar with the tug-of-war between a warm bed and the rewards of being there. Lately the warm bed has been winning most of the battles for me (honestly, ALL of the battles). But it is a comfort to know the gifts are out there just waiting to be received.
Monte Stevens
I think you said it well that just knowing, and winning the battle every once in a while, is a gift. And, it has been cold and wintery in part of that nation. Stay warm, my friend!