I appreciate that you stuck with me for six-days-in-a-row of blog posts last week. Two extraordinary posts filled in the normal respite from my blather. Both posts were for good causes but I do worry about overdoing it – I wouldn’t want my editor to go on strike (or ask for a raise).
So this is it, less than 100 words and some of the prettiest photos I can find. These are mostly from in and around Great River Park where I sometimes spend a few minutes on my way to work.
Thanks!
This was the day after the eclipse. I think the sun wanted to make a statement.
I think the sun overslept.
When I finally got to work, I still had a distraction to deal with.
My morning commute is beginning to overlap with sunrise.
I could sit in this park throughout the entire sunrise.
The sun is back there somewhere.
I love it when the clouds are reflected in the water.
I walked out onto the boat dock to get this photo. Shhhh, don’t tell the editor.
Time to rise and shine.
Oh yeah, shining brightly.
Sittin’ on the dock…
I’m gonna be here a while.
“I need to find a better spot.”
This guy is having a good day.
Great River Park is about 40′ (12m) below the road, which sits up on a levee.
And, a little music. Your choice, “Shinin’ Brightly” or “Sittin’ on the Dock of the Bay”
I’m taking Pam’s advice, and offering you a choice.
Lovely post Dan! What beautiful shots of the sunrise. I’ll bet your heart was right there with that guy fishing. I hope you have a great week, full of brilliant moments.
Thanks Cheryl. That guy looked pretty happy. I love thie times during the year when the sun is rising over the levee behind the park. It makes it hard to continue the drive to work.
Oooohhh I like this new theme. Commenting is so much easier. Is it a premium ne? Many things I photograph make me long to linger and not go. To work, Dan. I get that. 😏
Happy Monday! Happy new blogging profile! Happy sunrise! Awesome photos, Dan, enjoy the week and any sun-filled surprises in the park that come your way.
I think sunrises are my favourite. There is an implied promise of things to come. The sad part of course is that it is arriving later and later now.
For those of us accustomed to rising with the sun in the summer, we too are getting up later … or are bleary-eyed from dragging ourselves out of bed in the dark.
Good assessment, Joanne. I am getting up in the dark, but at least I get to see this. The worst is when it’s still dark when I get to work. For now, I’m going to enjoy the sunshine. I hope you have a great week.
Mellow music and colorful, contemplative images–what a great way to ease into a new day and a new week (it may be un-American, but I tend to think of the week starting on Monday, not Sunday, like folks in many other parts of the world).
Thanks Mike. All my calendars start with Sunday, but God rested on the 7th day, so… Oh well, maybe tomorrow, I’ll sit in the park a little longer, thinking about that. One thing’s for sure, it’s better than sitting at work.
Happy new week, Dan. It’s a good day for gratitude. (A few years ago, I was supposed to get an interview for a great job with NASA — in Houston… But as with most fed jobs that “selection” was just filling out the numbers for their CYA (cover your a$$). Now… actually I don’t know — I would have been great in that job. But still, feeling the general gratitude for being on high ground.
Your lovely sunrise photos are perfect inspiration for gratitude. Here’s to extra moments of sitting in the park.
Thanks Teagan.It does feel good to be high and dry. My park has been closed several times this year, due to flooding, but it looks like it will be open all week.
Thanks Lois. I discovered this park one day when I had to abandon the highway due to heavy traffic. It was the best traffic jam ever. I typically take this “shortcut” two or three days a week.
I’m glad Pam encouraged me to include “Dock of the Bay”
Dan this post brings a huge smile to my face! What lovely photos and I adore the sun as well! How lucky are you to have that picturesque park nearby! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks Maggie. Every now and then I end up posting 5 or 6 days in a row. Every single time, I realize that I can’t handle that pace for more than 5 or 6 days :)
The early morning golden light on the city from the park, and the one with the clouds reflected in the river, oh and the big red ball of fire with two power towers are my favorites of the collection, but my, what a collection!!
Thanks for starting my Monday off with lovely sunrise images.
Thanks Deborah. The photos with the power lines are from the shoulder of the on-ramp to the highway. It’s literally the first point at which I can see the sun and the last point from which I can safely pull over to get a photo. I have so many pictures of the sun between those power poles, but they all seem different and somehow, special.
I treat myself to visiting the park a couple times each week. It’s a great way to stall the approach of the work day.
It would be a stop high on my list most days. It’s so pretty, and peaceful looking that it would surely set my mood up for the day to be a good one. Well, more peaceful and to take things in stride. By nature I’m pretty happy, and people comment that I smile all the time. I imagine that smile would be a bit bigger after a stop at the park before work. :)
Aw thanks. I really owe Pam a big thank you. First comment and she mentioned Otis. I had thought I could only include one – shows what I know. I’m glad you like the reflected clouds.
My view of the sun the morning of the eclipse was much the same only viewed from the mountain as I descended to start home. The sunrise was spectacular!
It is curious that the sun can look like that at a certain time of the day. So solid and orange and calm. Shapeful, too, an orb. The thing is usually impossible to look at directly. Too hot, too bright, too cruel . . . one can almost imagine a jagged, shapeless alien ship ejecting superhot steam and monster rays towards the earth, floating like a satellite just over the atmosphere.
I live near the equator. It can get hot, man. It gets hotter than it used to these days.
What a great commuting discovery…beautiful pics…all of them and how could you go wrong with Otis Redding? Popped that tune right into my head…took me all the way back to Junior High…our school had piped in tunes during Home Room (study time)…so remember listening to this……perfect tune, perfect setting, perfect pictures!!
Lovely post Dan! What beautiful shots of the sunrise. I’ll bet your heart was right there with that guy fishing. I hope you have a great week, full of brilliant moments.
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Thanks Cheryl. That guy looked pretty happy. I love thie times during the year when the sun is rising over the levee behind the park. It makes it hard to continue the drive to work.
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Oooohhh I like this new theme. Commenting is so much easier. Is it a premium ne? Many things I photograph make me long to linger and not go. To work, Dan. I get that. 😏
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hahaha I thought you would use; “(Sitting on) The Dock of the Bay . . .” Otis Redding. Stunning pictures!
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I was going to, Pam, but I was trying to keep it short. Maybe I’ll add that one, too. Thanks!
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OK, I fixed that :-)
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Great photos and wonderful music to start the week off. :-) New layout looks nice.
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Thanks Judy. I finally found a theme that worked for me and the editor. I love being in that park at this time of year.
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Nice photo series. They connote peacefulness, especially at that time of day.
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Thanks, Brett. It does feel peaceful there in the morning. It makes it hard to continue the ride to work.
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Happy Monday! Happy new blogging profile! Happy sunrise! Awesome photos, Dan, enjoy the week and any sun-filled surprises in the park that come your way.
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Thanks Mary. One of the best things about this new theme is how big the kitten-face icon is :-)
We have a week of sunshine in the forecast. I hope you have a good one too.
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I think sunrises are my favourite. There is an implied promise of things to come. The sad part of course is that it is arriving later and later now.
For those of us accustomed to rising with the sun in the summer, we too are getting up later … or are bleary-eyed from dragging ourselves out of bed in the dark.
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Good assessment, Joanne. I am getting up in the dark, but at least I get to see this. The worst is when it’s still dark when I get to work. For now, I’m going to enjoy the sunshine. I hope you have a great week.
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You too. Wishing you lots of sunshine :)
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Mellow music and colorful, contemplative images–what a great way to ease into a new day and a new week (it may be un-American, but I tend to think of the week starting on Monday, not Sunday, like folks in many other parts of the world).
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Thanks Mike. All my calendars start with Sunday, but God rested on the 7th day, so… Oh well, maybe tomorrow, I’ll sit in the park a little longer, thinking about that. One thing’s for sure, it’s better than sitting at work.
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Happy new week, Dan. It’s a good day for gratitude. (A few years ago, I was supposed to get an interview for a great job with NASA — in Houston… But as with most fed jobs that “selection” was just filling out the numbers for their CYA (cover your a$$). Now… actually I don’t know — I would have been great in that job. But still, feeling the general gratitude for being on high ground.
Your lovely sunrise photos are perfect inspiration for gratitude. Here’s to extra moments of sitting in the park.
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Oh, and thanks for sending Otis over with one of my favorite songs.
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You can thank Pam, she gave me the nudge. I thought two songs would have been too much, but…
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Thanks Teagan.It does feel good to be high and dry. My park has been closed several times this year, due to flooding, but it looks like it will be open all week.
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Beautiful photos, Dan. What a great ride into work you have. Love, LOVE ‘Dock of the Bay.’ Thanks for starting my Monday off right. Have a good one.
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Thanks Lois. I discovered this park one day when I had to abandon the highway due to heavy traffic. It was the best traffic jam ever. I typically take this “shortcut” two or three days a week.
I’m glad Pam encouraged me to include “Dock of the Bay”
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Dan this post brings a huge smile to my face! What lovely photos and I adore the sun as well! How lucky are you to have that picturesque park nearby! Thanks for sharing!
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I discovered the park by accident, but it’s become a regular stop on my morning commute – thanks!
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It’s a worthy stop by the photos you’re taken! So glad you found it and that you’re sharing the photo ops with us!
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A good way to move into Monday…. Thank you for uplifting images!
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Thanks. Always happy to share the sunrise.
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I’m happy to read as many posts as you (i.e. your editor) can pump out, Dan. Lovin’ the new look. Have a good week.
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Thanks Maggie. Every now and then I end up posting 5 or 6 days in a row. Every single time, I realize that I can’t handle that pace for more than 5 or 6 days :)
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Stunning views, Dan
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Thanks Audrey. It’s so hard to get back in the car and head to work.
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The early morning golden light on the city from the park, and the one with the clouds reflected in the river, oh and the big red ball of fire with two power towers are my favorites of the collection, but my, what a collection!!
Thanks for starting my Monday off with lovely sunrise images.
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Thanks Deborah. The photos with the power lines are from the shoulder of the on-ramp to the highway. It’s literally the first point at which I can see the sun and the last point from which I can safely pull over to get a photo. I have so many pictures of the sun between those power poles, but they all seem different and somehow, special.
I treat myself to visiting the park a couple times each week. It’s a great way to stall the approach of the work day.
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It would be a stop high on my list most days. It’s so pretty, and peaceful looking that it would surely set my mood up for the day to be a good one. Well, more peaceful and to take things in stride. By nature I’m pretty happy, and people comment that I smile all the time. I imagine that smile would be a bit bigger after a stop at the park before work. :)
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I tried to explain this once, a few years ago. I made a note this weekend to revisit that idea. It really does help.
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You are welcome. :)
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I used to go to work in the dark – you really do see the world differently as the sun rises. Thanks for sharing Dan.
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I go to work in the dark about 3-4 months a year. That’s enough. I’m glad you liked this.
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Thank you for making my Monday even better Dan 💛
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Thanks Val !
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I’ll take Otis and the reflected clouds :) Great captures! I’d read you seven days a week, not that you’re inclined.
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Aw thanks. I really owe Pam a big thank you. First comment and she mentioned Otis. I had thought I could only include one – shows what I know. I’m glad you like the reflected clouds.
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My view of the sun the morning of the eclipse was much the same only viewed from the mountain as I descended to start home. The sunrise was spectacular!
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That has to be a beautiful ride. I think I understand why you’ve made it so many times
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Dan, I’d do it even if the two-day trip wasn’t any good, but I love every bit of scenery between Naperville and the cabin, so it’s a joy.
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Che spettacolo!
And is this a new theme you’re rocking on the blog, Dan?
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It is Damyanti. I’ve been trying to find one that works for a while. I’m happy with this.
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It is curious that the sun can look like that at a certain time of the day. So solid and orange and calm. Shapeful, too, an orb. The thing is usually impossible to look at directly. Too hot, too bright, too cruel . . . one can almost imagine a jagged, shapeless alien ship ejecting superhot steam and monster rays towards the earth, floating like a satellite just over the atmosphere.
I live near the equator. It can get hot, man. It gets hotter than it used to these days.
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I love your descriptions, Peter and the way your mind works. We’re starting to see cooler days 75°f (23.9°c).
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Beautiful!!! Thanks, Dan. A great way to start the day.
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It’s hard to argue with sunshine, Jennie – Thanks!
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Yes it is, Dan. You’re welcome. And keep those sun photos coming. Good for the soul. 🙂
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Thank you so much!
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Beautiful photos, Dan. The Gold Building is pretty special as well as that big river. :-)
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Thanks Diana. Some of the prettiest views of the city are found in that park. It’s a great place to start (delay the start) the day
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What a great commuting discovery…beautiful pics…all of them and how could you go wrong with Otis Redding? Popped that tune right into my head…took me all the way back to Junior High…our school had piped in tunes during Home Room (study time)…so remember listening to this……perfect tune, perfect setting, perfect pictures!!
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Thanks Kirt. I almost left Otis out. I was urged by Pam to include him 😏
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Aw, Dan, MAGNIFICENT shots! I’m overwhelmingly impressed, especially by #3. And the blue cityscapes. And …. Great collection!
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Thanks ! I have some different sunrise shots tomorrow, but nothing that compares to these.
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I like it 😊
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Thanks!
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What stunning photography.
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Thank you so much!
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Great stuff! I love the most the first one, the last one and the fisherman searching for a better spot.
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Thanks! It was a beautiful morning.
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