Let me just say that this was our first sight of the sun for the whole day.
The reason for the sun's scarcity, was that we are now booked for two weeks of winter storms.
So, it is time to batten down the hatches, and to prepare for very cold days ahead. July is our coldest month, but apart from our discomfort, the cold is very much needed for the apple trees and the other fruit trees on the farms to have a proper sleep. The strong icy cold winds are always a worry, as normally they make merry ripping out trees and removing house roofs, and there is always the concern of floods. But we will survive the elements and try our best to stay warm.
This below was our sky at 12 noon.
The squirrels were as usual filling their stomachs to help them fend off the cold.
A Hadeda Ibis was digging around on the sidewalk in search of some worms.
The sky had a weak color tint above the setting sun.
And there we go, I caught the sun in the trees.
I was a bit sad inside as this might be the last sunset that I will see for quite a while, as the clouds simply bury the sun.
A purply late sky indicated that the show was over, so we said goodbye to the sun until we see it again.
And so it is, we are now living in the house for two years and before that we lived in three other properties in the same area. So, by now, we are fairly au fait with the weather patterns. But as soon as a person starts to feel comfortable, then a freak storm will upset the apple cart to everyone's dismay. Fortunately, we have many emergency rescue teams, and during this month they are all placed on full alert. It is always painful to read or to hear of somebody that lost their house or their car or other damages. I hope that we will soon see some snow on the mountain peaks, and I continue to keep an eye on the highest peak of the mountain range.
But such is life.
I hope you have enjoyed the pictures and the story.
Photos by Zac Smith-All Rights Reserved.
Camera: Canon PowershotSX70HS Bridge camera.
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It looks like a fire raging behind the tree, stunning capturing the silhouette of the squirrel there!
We were just starting to say what lovely warm winters we have in Durban, but the icy Cape winds have blown all the way here!
I hope and pray that there's not too much damage this year!
Time for soup, pancakes, etc
Have a great day further my friend, a big hug to Marian
Thank you, and the second time today that the sky was generous to show me anther sunset. I am glad that you liked the squirrel shot.
They say that another cold front will land with snow over the weekend, and we will also send it on to you guys there !LOL
We can only hope and pray, but the signs are not very good. I just had a cup of soup, and we are struggling with my weight loss, as I am starting to look like a 6 foot skeleton😜
The day was good, and Marian asked me to also send you a hug. So, a hug from her, and a hug from me.
Have a splendid Friday and a great weekend.
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The squirrels on the street lights is nothing than a beautiful photo, Hededa was searching for worm all along 🥰, he caught one and I am sure he was happy.
Yes, the squirrels and the Hadeda, were all very happy.
Your story kinda reminds me of the line "you only miss the sun when it starts to snow" from Ed Sheeran's song haha.
Anyways the sun was captured was majestic! The birds were lovely as well.
Glad that it reminded you of a song, and that line is very true.
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What a beautiful shots🩷
Thank you kindly!
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Beautiful observations of nature. The first photo especially I liked.
Thank you, and I was glad to get that squirrel in a tree with the sunset in the background.
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It sounds like you have terrible storms in your winter while we struggle with severe flooding in summer all across the USA.Stay safe and warm.
Oh yes, we are in a winter rainfall area, and at times thee storms sow havoc here. Sad to see that you guys also struggle with storms during summer.
Take care.
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It’s interesting to think about how important the cold is for the apple trees, even though it can be tough to deal with.
Oh yes, the colder, all the better for the apple trees, as then the fruit will be excellent at harvest time. The apple varieties that are grown here are in high demand all over Europe.
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"The Sunset Tree", I love that! It definitely gives a different point of view and stirs imagination!
Indeed a good name for the tree, and I am glad that it stirred your imagination. !LOLZ