I watched them closely
Following the others lead
On the gilded lake
I’ve always found swans peaceful to watch, silently gliding as they do, almost always in pairs. I photographed these beauties in the early morning hours on a small lake at the Biltmore Hotel in Colorado Springs, Colorado. It will always be one of my favorite captures.
Peacefully yours, Margie
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Gorgeous and colorful too. 😉
Thanks so much for stopping by and leaving such a lovely comment!
My inner Ned Flanders is fighting to come out with a scrumdiddlyumtious on this one but I shall say “simply beautiful” instead!
Haha, love both ways of saying it!
Peaceful, yes, definitely 🙂 I love your interpretation. Thanks for the share!
My pleasure Pierre!
What a beautiful scene!
I couldn’t believe the colors all aglow on that lake.
This is a truly lovely shot and very descriptive of the word peaceful. I love all the colour in the surface of the lake and the swans add an enchanted feeling. Simply gorgeous, hope your day was peaceful as well.;)
xoxo
Thank you kindly Zuzana. It was quite peaceful as I recall.
Where’s the castle? Stunning, as usual.
It looks like there could be one. Thanks sweets!
Beautiful picture
Its the ‘Broadmoor Hotel’ but Biltmore is close enough!
OMG, that is hysterical! I was close! It’s not because it wasn’t memorable, LOL! xo
Always a bit wary of Swans – not as peaceful as they look!
You are right to be a bit wary. I know they have a vicious side, being able to strike hard with their massive wings. But when they are gliding silently on the water, they do present a peaceful scene.
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You are so right about swans … watching their graceful forms floating on the water does evoke feelings of inner calm!
I always thought so.
Yes the swans look so lovely and peaceful! Thanks Margie
My pleasure Dilip.
So beautiful! I especially like the “gilded lake” in your haiku!
From one haiku poetess to another!
Swans are really beautiful to watch on the river. Last summer my husband and I spent the day by the river watching and feeding ducks and swans. Have a great weekend! 🙂
Great Interpretation for the Theme latebloomerbuds i love your work excellent 🙂
Stunning capture Margie. Peaceful without a doubt! The reflections are amazing.
Lovely shot.
mostly they are couples
having peacefully all in balance!
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Love the reflection! Very nice photo!
Beauty…..You got the ripples in the river, the reflections,,nice work.
A beautiful magical moment, your photo is perfect for theme, it’s truly peaceful and serene. 🙂
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It’s a beautiful photo, nice and peaceful.
We can all use as much peace as we can get. Thanks Barb!
Oh how beautiful!!
Thanks Cee. It was a glorious morning.
right on the money on this one. 🙂
Glad you think so T! Thanks.
Its a great photo. Very creative.
Thank you kindly!
Great colors! Thanks for sharing!
My pleasure. Headed over to your place!