Thursday, September 26, 2013

A Picnic At The Park




Recently Hubby had had a doctor's appointment preceded by labs so he didn't eat breakfast. When his appointment was over we stopped for some chicken for him and a classic burger for me and found a park on a lake to sit and enjoy our picnic. The day was perfect with cooler temps and a sky filled with puffy white clouds. We had the park to ourselves except for a lone fisherman. We didn't see him catch anything and he seemed to just enjoy being there. I couldn't help capturing the reflections in the still water.
As we came out of the park entrance and headed home we crossed under a railroad tunnel. I should have snapped a photo coming up to the tunnel but didn't think fast enough. I knew I wanted the yellow metal fence above it and I knew I didn't have much time to snap.The tunnel is barely large enough for two cars to pass. As you can see it's been around a long time.
Linking to Skywatch, Friday's Fences, and Weekend Reflections.

44 comments:

Our photos said...

Beautiful reflection in the water!
Greetings, RW & SK

DeniseinVA said...

A lovely place to have a picnic. Great photos Carletta, I love those reflections. Have a great weekend :)

Margaret Birding For Pleasure said...

Hi Carletta What a fantastic place to have a picnic and you have managed to capture wonderful reflections on the water.

Karen Lakis said...

I can't believe how clear the reflections are - they're beautiful? What a wonderful place to have an impromptu picnic!

Coloring Outside the Lines said...

Nice spot for a picnic, and I love the reflections- so pretty!

TexWisGirl said...

i love the reflections! what a nice place to enjoy some peace and quiet!

Anonymous said...

Such pretty and peaceful scenes.

don said...

A fine collection of pictures on your way home. The reflections are superb.

MJ said...

Lovely area. I would have been content to eat lunch there as well. =)

Red said...

You have some awesome reflection photos. The second one with the tree and clouds is the winner.

Pat said...

Looks like a nice relaxing place to stop for a picnic. Love the reflections!

Sylvia K said...

What a lovely place!! And your captures are terrific, Carletta, as always! What a wonderful place to spend some time!! Hope your Hubby is doing well and that you both have a great weekend!

Rajesh said...

Beautiful shots and very nice reflections.

My name is Riet said...

Wow Carletta, your photo's are so beautiful. I love the reflections of the sky in the water. Great.
Have a nice weekend

Steffi said...

Very beautiful shots,Carletta!Have a nice weekend.

Carver said...

You caught some lovely reflections.

Sallie (FullTime-Life) said...

I love an upside down sky! Wonderful way to rescue a day that started out sorta yucky. (At least that's how I feel on a no breakfast day.).

eileeninmd said...

Carletta, it is a pretty spot for your picnic! And the reflections of the sky and clouds is beautiful. Have a happy weekend!

Anonymous said...

The cloud reflections are really lovely.

Magical Mystical Teacher said...

That rusty rail is not something I'd like to run my hand along!

Fence and Undulating Grasses

Ida said...

What a lovely place to have a picnic lunch. Such pretty clouds.

LV said...

Great reflection shots. That fence was definitely built to stay.

Jim said...

Great reflections.

Nancy said...

I have to tell you when I first looked at the second and third shots I thought they were upside down...the reflections are just so clear...

It certainly looks like a beautiful place to have a picnic....What a sweet idea....

Karen said...

A great spot to have a bite to eat. The reflections are terrific!

Karen @ Beatrice Euphemie said...

It's so nice to take those little breaks with each other when you can and this is such a lovely place to do just that. I love how green and lush everything is and those big, fluffy clouds reflected in the water are just beautiful. I really love the old tunnel. :) xo

Deanna said...

Looks like a beautiful day for a picnic at a lovely park!!

diane b said...

At first I thought your pics were upside down. Great reflections, Nice to have a park to yourselves, it makes you feel away from it all. Hope hubby is not sick.

Spare Parts and Pics said...

Spectacular reflection shots!

Jan n Jer said...

Very nice reflection pics...like the yellow railing also! sounds like a perfect place to picnic

Arija said...

Still water makes for great reflections, so peaceful with all that green around.

Rose said...

Beautiful reflections! Hope nothing serious with your hubby.

Gail Dixon said...

Gorgeous reflections. What a great day for a picnic. Those cumulus clouds reflected in the water are magical.

James said...

Beautiful shots!

Ruth Kelly said...

Oh my, that second photo is astonishing especially showing the clouds.

Anonymous said...

Very awesome nature reflection shots ~ glad you had good picnic in a beautiful area ~ carol ^_^

Lew said...

Beautiful spot for a picnic and to just enjoy the day!

'Tsuki said...

A perfect place for a perfect reflection ! Well done...

genie said...

Beautiful reflections...lovely old bridge...a nice bit of fencing along the side. You gave us lots to look at in these shots. Are you ready for fall in West Virginia? It is here. genie

Louisette said...

A very lovely place, and wonderfull fotos, greeting from Belgium

Valerie said...

Gorgeous reflections Carletta, and I love the stonework on the bridge. Thanks for sharing.

Anonymous said...

Beautiful reflection captures, Carletta! It is really fun when we stumble upon shots like this.

What a fun place to have a picnic too. Hope all turned out well with your Hubby's labs.

kayerj said...

whata beautiful day for a picnic

Viera said...

Beautiful water reflection of a lovely park...really great place for a picnic...great job...