This evening, I went to a potluck at an environmental chapel near the west river. The sunsets over the river can be quite spectacular. Well, anyway, we were talking about light and Epiphany. Just then, Vicki pointed out that the light in the sky was quite amazing. I looked outside and I saw blue clouds and a white light in the sky. It seemed kind of magical.
For about a minute, I thought about taking a few pictures of the sky from the door of the building. But I couldn’t figure out how to keep the parked cars and the electrical wires out of the picture, detracting from the radiance of the sky. So I went outside and crossed the street and the median, so that I could get to the multi-use trail along the river. There, I found a good spot to photograph the sky, in its last moments of daylight.
It was a spectacular light to see. And it was very fleeting. Shortly after I returned to the building, darkness had fallen. It was just five o’clock in the afternoon, and it looked like nighttime.
Epiphany occurs during the winter, when the hours of lightness are brief. But it occurs after the winter solstice, and, slowly, the days grow longer and the light returns.
That's a very deep post.Epiphany does happen during winter when we appreciate the light we do get.
I feel the same way — I can't stand when the "modern world" gets in a nature picture. Makes my eye twitch.
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Yes, the light does change quickly around the minutes around sunset.
It is a great time to capture pictures of homes with their lights on. They have a warm inviting feeling in that light.
Beautiful pictures and I look forward to days getting longer and longer…waiting for an epiphany.
There is something magical about January sunrises and sunsets in this area. You captured a nice one. My favorite was the capture with the plants (the last one); I wish I knew their name.
I always find it amazing this time of year when these moments flitter away in seconds.
What beautiful pictures! I loved your words about the Epiphany.
Beautiful photos and beautiful blog..you definitely have a great insight to the world around
Yes, sunsets can be spectacular. Your photos certainly captured that. I know what you mean about wires in the way. I've never heard that epihanies. I will have to note what time of year I get them when they come.
Wonderful pictures and words! And yes that fills the hearts with warmth and joy!