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Sunday, July 31, 2011

It Was A Dark And Stormy Night

Well-it was actually a day
but, like Snoopy,
I always wanted to
start a story with that line.

I was raised in the
mountains but
ALWAYS
had a longing to
be BY the water.

I am one of those
very strange people..
I LOVE to be
CLOSE TO
the water
but
I don't like to
be
OFFSHORE ON
the water.

AND
I love a good
STORM-
Now I am not talking
hurricane or tornado
type storms..
nope-just a
plain good old storm.

We had a boat that
we used as a live-aboard
during summers.
We rarely took it off
the dock
which was fine for me.
Because?
Have you been paying attention?
Because....
I was ON the water
but not
OUT IN
the water.

Anyway~
Our first little house was
by the water...
and then we moved
various places over
the years.
and finally..
finally...
came back to the water.
Today
when I look out my
window I can see
the Bay of Green Bay.

One of my favorite things
to see is a storm
moving in from the West.

The waves kick up.

You can see the rain coming
across the water..

Moving closer...

The trees bending
in the wind.

The playhouse flag
blown off the flagpole
and landing in the bushes..

Ahh..yes a storm that
passes and leaves
the early night sky
looking like this.

Another storm
weathered.
Amen
at

40 comments:

  1. Sissie's Shabby CottageJuly 31, 2011 at 5:21 AM

    You have such a beautiful view from your home.
    I love a good storm too and we could sure use one right now. It's so hot and humid here.
    Stay cool.

    hugs
    Sissie

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  2. Connie in HartwoodJuly 31, 2011 at 7:06 AM

    What a beautiful view, and a wonderful vantage point to watch storms!!

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  3. Debi WeeFaerieJuly 31, 2011 at 7:08 AM

    Beautiful photos! There's nothing quite like a storm moving across the water. You have such a gorgeous view of it!

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  4. The enchanted homeJuly 31, 2011 at 7:28 AM

    What a view!! Its mesmerizing......I am like you, I love wathcing a storm brew...something about the cloud colors intensifying, watching the water get stirred up.....nature's fury can be a beautiful thing (to a point....like gentle storms nothing more though:)

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  5. Diana FergusonJuly 31, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    Yes, what a view. It's been a long time since we have even had raindrops!

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  6. Pam KesslerJuly 31, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    That does look like fun - to watch the storm come in. Promise to run if you see a little funnel shaped thing coming though.

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  7. AnonymousJuly 31, 2011 at 9:31 AM

    what a beautiful post,,, wow,, what a spot of heaven you have,, beautiful!!

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  8. DebbieJuly 31, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    What a great post Diana! Your view is heavenly!
    Oh to live on the shore of Lake Michigan would be a dream come true for me.
    You are truly blessed my friend.
    Luv ya.
    Debbie

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  9. Jane, Naples, FloridaJuly 31, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    Oh Diana, what a beautiful place to live!

    Jane
    Flora Doora

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  10. DebbyJuly 31, 2011 at 10:22 AM

    You live in a beautiful place even with a storm. I feel the same way. I would love to live where I can see water but not too close. I would hate to have to be evacuated when there is a hurricane. I also love the mountains.

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  11. Leo July 31, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    Great view from your house. And your backyard looks amazing!! You should post more photos of that gorgeous yard. Love it!!! Hope your having a great weekend!! XOX

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  12. AnonymousJuly 31, 2011 at 2:41 PM

    Hi Diana,
    Thank you for your help. I want to say i love your blog site. The storm pictures are great. Smiles, Susie

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  13. KrippledWarriorJuly 31, 2011 at 5:44 PM

    Thanks for dropping bye and following my blog. Returning the favor. Oh yea, red sky at night, sailors delight...

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  14. Julie HarwardJuly 31, 2011 at 5:45 PM

    wow..scary but great pictures! :D

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  15. Sweet TeaJuly 31, 2011 at 8:06 PM

    I love a good storm too if everyone is safely indoors - such a cozy feeling. You have a beautiful view!!

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  16. GinaJuly 31, 2011 at 8:38 PM

    Those are fantastic photos! You have an incredible view.

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  17. RomeoJuly 31, 2011 at 11:34 PM

    Ah, well one more thing you and "her" have in common - the love of a good storm on the water. Yep, LOVES a storm coming off the ocean waters. No longer living by the ocean and married to someone who does not like the ocean much, well "she" tries to content "herself" with loving a good inland storm. Not the same, but you know, one must be happy with where they are. Anyway, off track there....the love of a good storm on the water....yep, serious questions here from me..... like are the two of you nuts?!?!!?

    Purrs from under the table,

    Romeo

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  18. PattyAugust 1, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    I like storms, too! I like getting in the jeep and chasing tornados, but can never seem to get a good picture due to the jerkiness of the jeep and my husband's driving. Once I canpture the perfect shot, though.... the chase will have ended.... and the chase is half of fun!

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  19. Sandi~A Cottage MuseAugust 1, 2011 at 6:53 PM

    I think stormy evenings are romantic!

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  20. Blue Creek HomeAugust 2, 2011 at 9:46 PM

    I would love to visit you and watch one of those storms roll in. I have always enjoyed stormy weather too. I love to stand outdoors when the wind kicks up good and strong. When I was little I thought I would be able to fly. Now, it would take one @#$$%^@# of a storm to get me off the ground!
    I have my links fixed finally. Now I want to remodel my header and buttons.

    Your view is crazy gorgeous girl!
    Hugs
    Rhonda

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  21. Gypsy HeartAugust 3, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    Great photos!!

    Can you please explain to me what rain is like? It's been so long....I've forgotten.
    Brutal heat here and drought conditions ~

    xo
    Pat

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