Thursday, April 18, 2013

vacation vignettes

vignette:  a short impressionistic scene that focuses on one moment or gives a trenchant impression ...


celebrating the quieter, more contemplative moments of vacation...
The iconic Pitons are viewed through the trees as we climb the hill (by car) to snorkel at beautiful Anse Chastenet in St. Lucia.


Pyramid Lake, Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada


Lake Tahoe, California, USA
Glacier National Park, Montana, USA



 Grand Cayman, Caribbean


LINKS:
Anse Chastanet 
many photos of Pyramid Lake
facts about Lake Tahoe (2nd deepest lake in the US, 10th in the world)
Glacier National Park 
Glacier National Park webcams



Alphabe-Thursday, hosted by Ms Jenny, is so much fun!  This week our letter is "V."  Come visit others' submissions HERE and join in the fun!
 


 


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28 comments:

  1. Tempest Nightingale LeTropeApril 18, 2013 at 7:30 AM

    How very beautiful.

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  2. LolaApril 18, 2013 at 8:12 AM

    Superb *V* post – great photography! Would love to join in snorkelling in Anse Chastanet! Looks so in*v*iting!

    Have a great weekend,

    Visiting from Alphabe-Thursday!

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  3. Memories for LifeApril 18, 2013 at 8:18 AM

    The mountains at Pyramid Lake look like a painting...so pretty!

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  4. DuniApril 18, 2013 at 9:45 AM

    Very beautiful indeed. There's nothing like some peace and quiet when on vacation!

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  5. SarahBethApril 18, 2013 at 10:20 AM

    How beautiful! You certainly captured the feeling of serenity in each photo... I especially like the daisies and stream at Glacier National Park.

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  6. Sheryl HastingsApril 18, 2013 at 10:42 AM

    That is some beautiful photography! Love the view through the trees. So pretty and a great angle.

    What kind of camera do you use? It takes exceptional photos!

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  7. JimApril 18, 2013 at 10:47 AM

    They are sooo petty places to go. I was guessing as I scrolled down.
    Got St. Lucia, Montana, and the Mexican coast. We did like you and rented a car in St. Lucia. That scene is very pretty when it comes into view.

    (Our car was a Rent-a-wreck with fairly bald tires. They would spin when trying an uphill start so we would have to back down to more level ground and get a running start.)
    ..

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  8. UnknownApril 18, 2013 at 11:04 AM

    Beautiful! Love the bright blue sky and I almost feel the fresh air. You must have a wonderful time :)

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  9. BeadedTailApril 18, 2013 at 11:30 AM

    Oh how I wish I was in any of those locations! Thanks for sharing your photos!

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  10. Rose ClearfieldApril 18, 2013 at 1:05 PM

    Just beautiful! All of these scenes are so peaceful.

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  11. LeoviApril 18, 2013 at 5:01 PM

    Beautiful, bright and beautiful colors. Wonderful pictures, great delicacy to poetically capture nature. Greetings.

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  12. aspiritofsimplicityApril 18, 2013 at 5:05 PM

    Such beautiful places.

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  13. Debra at HOMESPUN: http://www.thehomespun.com April 18, 2013 at 5:51 PM

    TWO Vs in one post and gorgeous pictures as well! :)

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  14. storybeaderApril 18, 2013 at 7:34 PM

    how beautiful! And to be around the water so much on your vacations.
    These are all lovely spots! {:-D

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  15. pasqueflowerApril 18, 2013 at 7:37 PM

    Amazing photos!!!

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  16. Judy NolanApril 18, 2013 at 11:01 PM

    I could feel myself relaxing as I looked at all of these photos. How fortunate you are to have seen these places!

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  17. AnnesphamilyApril 18, 2013 at 11:49 PM

    Amazing photos and what great places o relax and have some quiet time! Sigh! In m case away from the cold and snow.I think Spring forgot to visit us this year in Colorado!
    What a great job you did here! Have a terrific weekend.

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  18. GattinaApril 19, 2013 at 2:31 AM

    What beautiful landscapes ! I love to go on holidays and discover new things !

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  19. My name is RietApril 19, 2013 at 11:46 AM

    What a beautiful country, love your photo's

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  20. Naperville NowApril 19, 2013 at 3:45 PM

    gorgeous gorgeous. how I miss that blue!

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  21. UnknownApril 20, 2013 at 5:32 AM

    I can see we both like similar landscapes! Love that steep mountain in your first pic. About Zion Nat. Park and Bryce Canon, we went in June which the locals said is usually the hottest month -thanks for visiting earlier:)

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  22. AnonymousApril 20, 2013 at 7:48 AM

    Stunning photographs!

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  23. Susan AndersonApril 21, 2013 at 4:29 AM

    I really loved your vacation vignettes!

    =D

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  24. AntiquityTravelersApril 21, 2013 at 10:58 AM

    WOW! that is quite a vacation list! beautiful pics

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  25. Kristin AquariannApril 24, 2013 at 4:07 PM

    Beautiful way to remember vacations!

    ♥ aquariann
    Featured Photo: Yellow Lily Flower

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  26. EG CameraGirlApril 24, 2013 at 8:00 PM

    Beautiful vignettes. Now I want to go on a vacation. :)

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  27. JennyApril 28, 2013 at 9:31 PM

    These Views are so Vivid...

    Thanks you for letting us Visit your Vacation for the letter V..

    Very good post...

    A+

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  28. Linda E. PruittMay 25, 2013 at 4:44 PM

    Been to Tahoe and Glacier, hafta get to the others! Awesome photos!!

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