Friday, January 3, 2014

Tower of Light


Dawn on January 2 revealed gray skies over the Emerald City.  Somewhat unusual, though:  Aspira Apartments Tower looking like a lighthouse.  A break in the overcast must have been aligned just perfectly with the rising sun to allow the tower, with large glass windows, to send a bright light our way.

Closer look below ...


Followers and Friends:  As we get a new year underway here at John's Island we would just like to take this opportunity to say a big THANK YOU.  Over the last couple of weeks we've received so many kind comments, both here on the blog and other spots both online and off.  Thanks to all of you for stopping by John's Island!
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7 comments:

  1. ShaunJanuary 3, 2014 at 11:32 AM

    John this is a running image in both the vista of subject and getting the moment just right for lighting up that building. Tricky I bet but well worth it.
    Have a great weekend.

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  2. Ruth HiebertJanuary 3, 2014 at 1:26 PM

    Lovely shots.

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  3. Julie G.January 3, 2014 at 2:14 PM

    Two especially striking images, John! Wishing you warmth, good health and lots of happiness in 2014!

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  4. MichelleJanuary 3, 2014 at 4:54 PM

    Always a pleasure to visit John!

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  5. JoyfulJanuary 3, 2014 at 6:12 PM

    These are lovely shots! Happy New Year to you and your family. I hope you will visit me too from time to time. The "door" (blog) is always open ;-)

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  6. DJanJanuary 3, 2014 at 6:36 PM

    That is definitely an amazing shot, John. I do enjoy your posts so I hope you keep 'em coming! :-)

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  7. Kerri FarleyJanuary 4, 2014 at 10:37 AM

    How pretty!!

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