Through the Lens Day by Day


Through the lens I see magic happening each day. (carol)
'T' for Towers on Cape Ann MA for Alphabe Thursday link
Marshes of rural Cape Ann MA begin to turn color for Rurality Blog Hop


Schooner Lannon at Sunset on Cape Ann MA for Water World Wednesday link.




Sign for Grand Prix Gloucester (Bicycle) awaits installation for the international weekend event ~
for Happy Blue Monday link

For more information about this event going to this link: http://www.gpgloucester.com


Entrants in the Grand Prix Gloucester Practice ~ for Our World Tuesday Link



Another view of the Grand Prix Gloucester Race ~ Harbor in the background ~


A practice performance for the Grand Prix of Gloucester this past weekend 

Haiku for Cape Diem Link ~ Happy One Year Meme



 We wish you the best in each day. xxooo

Your posted comments add delight to our day. Thanks, ^_^






QUOTE TO PONDER: 'If you are always trying to be normal, you will never know how amazing you can be.'
~ Maya Angelou









Comments

  1. Susie ClevengerSeptember 29, 2013 at 11:54 PM

    What wonderful photos....love the haiku.

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  2. StephanieSeptember 30, 2013 at 12:50 AM

    Hello Carol, I am Stephanie from Malaysia. Thanks for all these beautiful shots. Cape Ann Ma looks amazing! Here is wishing the Grand Prix weekend a successful one. You have a great week and enjoy the greeneries that are in your surroundings :-)

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  3. SallySeptember 30, 2013 at 7:58 AM

    Lovely blues you've captured for us today, Carol.

    Happy Blue Monday!

    Please consider returning and leaving a comment for me.

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  4. Icy BCSeptember 30, 2013 at 8:40 AM

    Gorgeous photos Carol, and love the marsh photo best, so pretty!

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  5. Magical Mystical TeacherSeptember 30, 2013 at 9:11 AM

    I don't think I've ever seen blue tape before---and so much of it!

    Mother in Blue

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  6. Hootin AnniSeptember 30, 2013 at 9:39 AM

    Sadly, I used to bike....but never in a grand prix or race of any kind. Great image share!

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  7. chai-and-chardonnay.blogspot.comSeptember 30, 2013 at 9:48 AM

    Looks like you have had an eventful weekend! Nice pictures.

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  8. xinexSeptember 30, 2013 at 10:23 AM

    Beautiful photos! And those blue tapes are interesting, such vibrant color...Christine

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  9. NeesieSeptember 30, 2013 at 10:41 AM

    I suppose it's all over by now...but I presume the aches are still every evident!
    Fantastic photos. It's a shame I missed entering...(cough)...moving on swiftly...
    You've been very clever linking up to so many blogs ;D
    Have a Happy Blue Monday!

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  10. KarenSeptember 30, 2013 at 10:48 AM

    A beautiful setting for a bike race.

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  11. Rambling WoodsSeptember 30, 2013 at 12:22 PM

    I really like the way you have the blog set up and the care you take with your posts...lovely..Michelle

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  12. EG CameraGirlSeptember 30, 2013 at 12:37 PM

    I love the shot of the schooner!

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  13. AnonymousSeptember 30, 2013 at 1:17 PM

    Great MA photos. Happy Blue Monday.

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  14. Forest Dream WeaverSeptember 30, 2013 at 2:30 PM

    I love the picture of the schooner....looks like fun!
    Great shots of the bike race too.......

    Have a lovely week Carol,
    Ruby

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  15. Sylvia KSeptember 30, 2013 at 3:21 PM

    Oh, yes! I love the schooner, too! Wonderful variety of captures for the day, Carol!! Hope you have a great week!

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  16. J CSeptember 30, 2013 at 4:30 PM

    Looks like a beautiful day for a bike race. I LOVE that marsh photo.

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  17. J CSeptember 30, 2013 at 4:31 PM

    What are those red plants in the marsh photo?

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  18. islandwonderSeptember 30, 2013 at 4:48 PM

    Great photos! I especially like the colors in the marsh. The Grand Prix looks fun.

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  19. AnonymousSeptember 30, 2013 at 5:05 PM

    Oh! how I love Gloucester!!! Great captures!

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  20. eileeninmdSeptember 30, 2013 at 5:11 PM

    Hello Carol, I could see me and my bike falling over during that race. I love the schooner shot, wonderful capture!

    Have a happy week ahead!

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  21. Fun60September 30, 2013 at 5:23 PM

    Will you be taking to your bike?

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  22. SwedishCorner ~ DownUnder...PernillaSeptember 30, 2013 at 6:08 PM

    Happy Blue Monday, Carol! You've captured some great blues - cyclist included :) Spring greetings from Australia♥ ~Pernilla

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  23. TexWisGirlSeptember 30, 2013 at 6:08 PM

    the bike race looks tough. i prefer the calmer scenes of the marsh and the sail boat. :)

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  24. AlSeptember 30, 2013 at 8:29 PM

    What a beautiful series of photos. I bet it's a great time of year for biking.

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  25. AnonymousSeptember 30, 2013 at 11:47 PM

    Everything looks so pretty and peaceful.

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  26. Sallie (FullTime-Life)October 1, 2013 at 12:49 AM

    Beautiful...those red marsh grasses are amazing. And the bike rides look great.

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  27. AnonymousOctober 1, 2013 at 11:42 AM

    As always you shared some gorgeous photos and haiku! I like how you captured the sense that we are powerless in the face of nature!

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  28. joanneOctober 1, 2013 at 12:25 PM

    the marsh shot is spectacular! great colors and textures....and your haiku today were well-done....hurray for carpe diem...

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  29. Karen LakisOctober 1, 2013 at 12:37 PM

    That race looks intense!

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  30. YoshiOctober 1, 2013 at 2:19 PM

    I like the last photo. Thanks for sharing bike ride.

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  31. NatureFootstepOctober 1, 2013 at 2:56 PM

    never seen that kind of biking before. Cool!

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  32. ChèvrefeuilleOctober 1, 2013 at 4:07 PM

    Wow Carol I feel honored that you've composed a special haiku for our first anniversary. Thank you.

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  33. Gemma WisemanOctober 1, 2013 at 6:29 PM

    An interesting collection of photos. The lighting on the schooner sails is spectacular.

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  34. JimOctober 1, 2013 at 8:46 PM

    Terrific watery shots.
    Sydney – City and Suburbs

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  35. IndraniOctober 2, 2013 at 2:15 AM

    You have lovely photos again. A joy to see them!

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  36. Amrit SinhaOctober 2, 2013 at 5:01 AM

    Beautiful soothing images :-)

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  37. AnniOctober 2, 2013 at 6:18 AM

    Lots of lovely blue in your photos!

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  38. mail4roseyOctober 2, 2013 at 7:08 AM

    I love the Schooners, and think it would be great to catch a ride on one. I see that one's got quite a few lucky passengers!

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  39. AndreaOctober 2, 2013 at 10:24 AM

    I love those red grasses in the marsh! Is that boat still powered by the sails? Is it only for tourists?

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    1. carol l mckennaOctober 2, 2013 at 12:35 PM

      Hi Andrea ~ thanks for 'coming by' and your posted comments ~ The Schooner is powered by Sails but has a small motor also. Sailing on the Lannon is open to the public and is a wonderful experience ~ even 'us' natives enjoy it ~ Was courted on the Lannon ~ lovely ~ ^_^

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  40. ❀~Myrna~❀October 2, 2013 at 1:42 PM

    You do see amazing things every day!Wonderful pics!

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  41. Maggie GraceOctober 2, 2013 at 3:19 PM

    Gorgeous stroll through Cape May through your eyes. The schooner is beautiful, love those blue ribbons in the biking photos, perfect marsh, and lovely haiku ♥

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  42. brudbergOctober 2, 2013 at 4:33 PM

    Wonderful set of haiku.. and a happy birthday back... :-)

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  43. Susan AndersonOctober 2, 2013 at 5:08 PM

    You really do capture magic through your lens!

    =)

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  44. Rocky Mountain WomanOctober 2, 2013 at 5:18 PM

    I love the shot of the marsh...

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  45. 21 WitsOctober 2, 2013 at 5:40 PM

    All things pretty! What stunning photos, and a delightful haiku too!

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  46. AnonymousOctober 2, 2013 at 6:59 PM

    Great series! I would really hate to try riding that bike course. Tough one!

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  47. betty-NZOctober 2, 2013 at 7:01 PM

    Great variety of gorgeous shots!

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  48. genieOctober 2, 2013 at 7:26 PM

    I was tickled to read that you were using you iPhone more since your camera was so heavy. That is exactly why I use mine and it is only a "4". No bells and whistles or someone who will talk to me ;-) At times it is grainy, but most of the time it does just fine. When I was shooting in the raw, I was having to take down the pixels in Photoshop or LR so I could post them to the blog. Your schooner shot is dreamy. I have a silk one that was my daddy's and it is a treasure. Your first picture with all the towers is amazing. So many in so close a radius. genie

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  49. LmkazmierczakOctober 2, 2013 at 8:48 PM

    The Marshes really captured my eye♫ My Letter T: http://lauriekazmierczak.com/toll-gates/

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  50. Grandma Barb's This and ThatOctober 2, 2013 at 11:51 PM

    Great photos, Carol! I especially like the one of the red grasses in the marsh and the schooner on the bay!

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  51. CarlettaOctober 3, 2013 at 2:49 AM

    Love the colors in the marsh and the light captured on the schooner!

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  52. NancyOctober 3, 2013 at 6:54 AM

    That schooner is amazing Carol -- how thrilling to see.

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  53. LolaOctober 3, 2013 at 6:54 AM

    *T*errific captures - especially that of the marsh!

    Have a lovely weekend ahead!

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  54. LoriOctober 3, 2013 at 8:07 AM

    The schooner is so beautiful! Great photo!

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  55. Lina GustinaOctober 3, 2013 at 8:38 AM

    I see interesting different shots here. The schooner is a kind of ship that I want to have a ride :)
    Thanks for your visit.
    http://www.1sthappyfamily.com/2013/10/a-boat-on-edge-of-lake.html

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  56. UnknownOctober 3, 2013 at 9:11 AM

    You're such a star, Carol! Everything here are lovely. xoxo

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  57. Personalized Sketches and SentimentsOctober 3, 2013 at 9:14 AM

    Beautiful views!!! I love the towers!

    Blessings & Aloha!
    Thank you for your kind comments and lovely visit :o)

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  58. SarahBethOctober 3, 2013 at 11:47 AM

    Great shots! I love your towers and that fall marsh! How pretty the grasses are, and the reflection.

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  59. Esther JoyOctober 3, 2013 at 4:33 PM

    Love your vivid blues and greens!

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  60. storybeaderOctober 3, 2013 at 8:56 PM

    I'd love to visit Cape Ann! The building and water views are so pretty! {:-Deb

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  61. JudieOctober 4, 2013 at 5:21 PM

    Beautiful photos, Carol! And especially the schooner!!!

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  62. Deb @ Frugal Little BungalowOctober 5, 2013 at 9:00 AM

    Lovely photos as always /. have a wonderful weekend! :)

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  63. PondsideOctober 5, 2013 at 12:30 PM

    What a lovely place you live in - fall colours, water, pretty old buildings. I love it all!

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  64. fredamansOctober 5, 2013 at 6:17 PM

    Love the tall ship!

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  65. JennyOctober 10, 2013 at 5:16 PM

    Your photographs are truly remarkable... And that quote is one of my favorites!

    Thanks for linking to the letter "T" - Terrific post!

    A+

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