Balboa Island, Newport Beach, CaliforniaVicki and I love to take evening walks on Balboa Island. Normally I watch the sunset but this time I turned around in time to discover some pretty cool reflections. About a second after I took this shot a duck swam by and ruined the reflections. :)
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It is so still, like a mirror. I can understand why you go there so often.
ReplyDeleteNow that's what I call a backyard! Fabulous reflections.
ReplyDeleteOuch! Hope the epidural goes well James.
Wow, beautiful capture. There are so many reflections at play here.
ReplyDeleteHope the injection isn't too painful, have a great weekend.
Yes, a perfect mirror. Good thing you got the shot before the duck messed up the mirror. Nice colors too.
ReplyDeleteLovely scene, nicely captured. I hope your epidural helps!!
ReplyDeleteA perfect shot! You can even turn the photo upside down and don't see the difference.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful reflection shot! I can't believe the water is so still for such a mirror image.
ReplyDeleteGood luck on your epidural - I hope all comes out well for you.
Now, THIS is quite a mirror reflection, minus the mirror.
ReplyDeleteHope the epidural brings you relief.
The thing I notice first is how still water is. Perfect reflection.
ReplyDeleteThat is a picture perfect reflection! You obviously caught it right in time.
ReplyDeleteGood luck with your procedure this morning!
What perfect timing, that is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteGreat reflections! Have a wonderful weekend.
ReplyDeleteGreat reflections! Have a wonderful weekend.
ReplyDeletebeautiful reflections James...mirror perfect!
ReplyDeletebeautiful shot!!! and speaking of shots, i hope yours goes well (and painlessly?!)
ReplyDeleteI'm with you for the epidural..I went to hospital today, and have big problems with my knee..
ReplyDeleteAnd I can't link! I tried the way you explained last week , but could not.
Lyckily, your picture offers some peace and serenity.Sometimes it's good to get lost in such mirrors..
Hardis les coeurs!
Beautiful reflections in the still water. Hope your shot went well.
ReplyDeleteTrès jolie atmosphère, une invitation au repos et à la contemplation.
ReplyDeleteThose damn ducks!! LOL.
ReplyDeletePerfect mirror reflection. Love the shot. Even the boats are perfectly reflected.
Hope you feel better. I had one of those injections once. Better to stay flat for as long as possible. The headache can be a BIT%@ Blog tomorrow instead-or from the couch.
Happy weekend James.
whoa, that shot sounds like you might be in some pain. I hope all goes well. your reflections are smooth and light-catching gorgeous. thanks for hosting. take good care.
ReplyDeleteVery beautiful picture. So clear this reflection! LG Tina
ReplyDeleteAwesome!
ReplyDeleteSmooth as glass! Nice catch. Hope that helps your back and you are feeling better.
ReplyDeletePerfect reflection!
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry your back is bothering you again, and hope you're soon feeling better.
well caught before the duck broke the calmness.
ReplyDeleteHello, JAMES.
ReplyDeleteThree houses look like the expression of three people.
The domestic annual rings may be engraved there.
Thank you for heartwarming scene.
Have a good weekend.
Greetings.
ruma
Beautiful mirror reflection. Looks so peaceful. Happy weekend to you!:-)
ReplyDeleteFantastic reflections, James, and terrific capture as always! I do hope your doctor's visit goes well! I'll be holding good thoughts for you!
ReplyDeleteSylvia
Beautiful and bright reflections in these quiet waters, like a mirror.
ReplyDeleteGreat reflections! Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteI have to thank you once more for the link!
ReplyDeleteI wish you all good for next days.My thoughts will be with you.
perhaps the duck was admiring the reflections :)
ReplyDeletebeautiful shot as always James
I hope your back gets better, I'll be thinking of you
Wow, like glass. Hope your back is soon feeling as serene as this looks—and no ducks!
ReplyDeleteFabulous capture, James. I have great memories of Balboa Island, thanks for refreshing them.
ReplyDeleteGreat capture! My choice for WR is up, stop on by if you have a moment.
ReplyDeleteHappy Weekend!
~Antonette
Beautiful scene! Often it pays to look behind us for the right shot.
ReplyDeleteClever centre-ing, James, with a neat on the side attraction.
ReplyDeleteLucy
The angle of this scene makes me thinkof the canals in Amsterdam - both with houses of people who are well to do:)
ReplyDeleteHe leadeth me beside still waters.
ReplyDeleteThis is true for your lovely picture and I hope for your health too.
Hope that injection helps!
ReplyDeleteGreat shot! Take care!
ReplyDeleteWOW. Perfect reflection. Looks so quite and peaceful.
ReplyDeleteDo you live close to that waterfront?
such pretty reflections
ReplyDeleteHehe... only an obsessive reflection hunter would curse a duck for ruining the mirror image! I get it! Nice one... looks like a great spot.
ReplyDeleteBeatiful, strong watery reflection! Love the colours!
ReplyDeleteI just love reflections in water. That little house on the right reminds me of a cute face with red lips.
ReplyDeleteHope everything went well, and you are feeling better.
B.
This is a great reflection !
ReplyDeleteA perfect reflection - with not a ripple to give it away!
ReplyDeleteThis is perfect, but I love to see the design the ducks make in a reflection! :) Hope your epidural wasn't to horrible!
ReplyDeleteGosh, I've been there a zillion times and never noticed the perfection of the reflection! You have really opened my eyes! I pray that you get immense and total relief from your epidural injection. You have been a real trooper!
ReplyDeleteHi James! Hope you feel better soon! Love your reflections photo....it's beautiful!! My post is up now.
ReplyDeleteFabulous capture. Love the jewel colors! Hope your spine thing has great results.
ReplyDeleteLe miroir parfait ! Bravo !
ReplyDeleteI love the scene. Great shot.
ReplyDeletePerfect mirror image. Great timing. Hope you have a speedy recovery after your medical procedure.
ReplyDeleteSuch clear and bright reflections - beautiful photo. Looks like a nice walk too. I hope things went well with your procedure.
ReplyDeleteI am glad you was able to take the shot before the duck arrived.
ReplyDeleteTake care. :)
I recognized Balboa Island right away! My brother-in-law lives on the island!
ReplyDeleteThat aside...I love this photo! What luck to capture the glassy water reflection! Beautifully done James!
Well you have been blessed that the duck did disturb this marvellous reflection earlier ! So neat and so soft at the same time : it is one rare picture, thanks for sharing it !
ReplyDeleteSuch clear reflections! They are awesome.
ReplyDeleteJames, I love the color in this and how exciting to have a whole new venue for your photographic skills! I will participate again next weekend... been traveling with work
ReplyDeleteBises,
Genie
It is a very amazing clear reflection! It is difficult to see which is the fake.
ReplyDeletePerfect reflections, not a puff of wind anywhere.
ReplyDeleteCool shot. Hope you've recovered from your injections, James.
ReplyDeleteA wonderful mirror! So beautiful and so neat!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing, James;o)
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