THROUGH THE LENS WEEK 69

There is no excellent beauty that hath not some strangeness in the proportion.
 ~ Francis Bacon
I finally 'caught up with myself' and now have the full week posted. The link for the blog I am sharing with is under the photo. 



Monday ~


'Just waiting for my captain' on Cape Ann MA 
sharing with  Blue Monday 






Tuesday ~ 



'Lazy, hazy days of Summer' on Cape Ann MA.
 sharing with Our World Tuesday  (across the pond)







Wednesday ~ 

New hotel under construction on Cape Ann MA ~
Sharing with Black and White Wednesday






Thursday ~

'J' ~ 'Just sitting here trying to catch a cool breeze on Cape Ann MA
Sharing with Alphabe Thursday






Friday ~

Haiku for you and sharing with Haiku My Heart






Puffy storm clouds ~ Sharing with Sky Watch Friday





Saturday ~
'Ducks splish splashing away in the sun' on Cape Ann MA
Sharing with Saturday Critters and Camera Critters


'Sunday drivers out for a spin on hazy summer day.' ~
Sharing with Scenic Weekends







Sunday ~ 

Sharing with Sunday Sketches ~ a 'work in progress' ~ watercolor.



We wish you a loving week ahead.

Your posted comments add delight to our blog.







Comments

  1. eileeninmdJuly 20, 2015 at 9:31 AM

    Pretty view of teh water and boats, a lovely scene! Happy Monday, enjoy your new week!

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  2. SmilingSallyJuly 20, 2015 at 9:34 AM

    Hi Carol,

    Nice shot. Thanks for playing today.

    Please come back and tell me what you think of my sibling post.

    Happy Blue Monday!

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  3. LVJuly 20, 2015 at 9:43 AM

    He would have to be a good captain before I would get into that boat.

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  4. Linda KayJuly 20, 2015 at 9:51 AM

    Love the picture of the harbor, Carol....we are in Maine at Camden, so have lots of pictures coming as well.

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  5. EG CameraGirlJuly 20, 2015 at 10:14 AM

    For some reason when I visit your blog I can smell the sea air. ;))

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  6. Yamini MacLeanJuly 20, 2015 at 11:14 AM

    Hari OM
    ...that's a fine teaser!!! YAM xx

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  7. ElaJuly 20, 2015 at 2:46 PM

    I love your picture of the harbor !!
    Greetings

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  8. Jeannie MarieJuly 20, 2015 at 3:57 PM

    Your harbor is really lovely. Happy Blue Monday!

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  9. Lisabella RussoJuly 20, 2015 at 4:26 PM

    Oh wonderful! So crisp and fresh, makes me want to visit the ocean...

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  10. Penelope NotesJuly 20, 2015 at 4:35 PM

    Airy and light is how your pictures look today … I like your experimentation with the second photo. :)

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  11. GreenComotionJuly 20, 2015 at 5:26 PM

    Very nice shots of the harbor and the boats, Carol! I love what you have done with the 2nd photo.
    Have a Great Week!!
    Peace :)

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  12. Claire JustineJuly 20, 2015 at 5:36 PM

    Lovely pictures, I could just go here and relax :)

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  13. Photo CacheJuly 20, 2015 at 6:12 PM

    Ah Cape Cod, someday I will see you. #bucketlist.

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  14. mickJuly 20, 2015 at 6:46 PM

    Beautiful photos of the sea and the boats.

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  15. AlJuly 20, 2015 at 9:27 PM

    Very beautiful boats - they remind me of my time in the area.

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  16. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiJuly 20, 2015 at 10:51 PM

    Lovely blues! I was in NYC fro two weeks recently and enjoyed seeing the bay and ocean athere gain!

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  17. Yogi♪♪♪July 20, 2015 at 10:53 PM

    Two nice boats and your puppy. I love it. I hope your week is great!

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  18. Sri KriJuly 21, 2015 at 1:41 AM

    Beautiful shots.

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  19. MariaJuly 21, 2015 at 2:20 AM

    That Tuesday photo is fantastic!

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  20. Linda KunsmanJuly 21, 2015 at 8:07 AM

    oooh, the second one is especially magical with that filter. Gotta love summer!

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  21. bj July 21, 2015 at 12:31 PM

    Love your great photos ....

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  22. AnonymousJuly 21, 2015 at 1:47 PM

    Cute shots!

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  23. Fun60July 21, 2015 at 4:43 PM

    Always seems so peaceful there.

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  24. New Jersey MemoriesJuly 21, 2015 at 4:49 PM

    Great photos. I especially love the sailboat!

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  25. Sallie (FullTime-Life)July 21, 2015 at 11:23 PM

    This is a day I needed a reminder to breathe, so your lovely haiku was my favorite part today. Though every one of your pictures does that. Had to laugh at the Sunday drivers! We've run into a few of those on the caloosahatchie!

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  26. Little Wandering WrenJuly 22, 2015 at 4:57 AM

    Love your Francis Bacon quote, think I can fit into his proportions! Hope you are enjoying your lovely lazy days of summer it looks great from here!
    Wren x

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  27. SarahJuly 22, 2015 at 9:12 PM

    Just sitting here taking in all the beauty of your beautiful shots!

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  28. StephanieJuly 22, 2015 at 10:34 PM

    Wonderful images of your week. I love the painting!

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  29. AnonymousJuly 22, 2015 at 10:53 PM

    I just love that second shot. Lovely watercolor work in progress.

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  30. GattinaJuly 23, 2015 at 3:34 AM

    taking in the breath with your tongue, lol ! what a cute picture !

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  31. Dominique GohJuly 23, 2015 at 6:40 AM

    Love the picture of the ducks and the harbor.

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  32. LewJuly 23, 2015 at 5:18 PM

    A nice week you and your camera have had! Love the clouds and sparkling waves.

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  33. Sylvia KJuly 23, 2015 at 5:51 PM

    Great pics for the week and I always love to see your little four-legged friend!! So adorable!! Hope both of you have a lovely weekend and new week!!

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  34. eileeninmdJuly 23, 2015 at 6:16 PM

    Gorgeous sky shot and I love the scenic shot. Have a happy weekend!

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  35. RajeshJuly 23, 2015 at 9:55 PM

    Wonderful set of images.

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  36. Yogi♪♪♪July 24, 2015 at 12:22 AM

    There is a lot going on in your neck of the woods. I love the sailboat pic especially.

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  37. Magical Mystical TeacherJuly 24, 2015 at 9:39 AM

    I'm glad to be breathing right along with you! Have a wonder-filled weekend.

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  38. LeaJuly 24, 2015 at 10:10 AM

    Good morning Carol! Your posts are full of light! I love that first line of your haiku.... the sun rise sun setting... it just holds it all. A lovely weekend you you and your sweet muse!

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  39. J CJuly 24, 2015 at 10:38 AM

    Every photo is just beautiful, along with the spiritual haiku. My fav photo is the ducks. I know they are glad the snow is gone. Wish I could splash with them. Hmmmm, maybe I'd like to be a duck. :)

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  40. A Bit of the BlarneyJuly 24, 2015 at 10:42 AM

    Tuesday photo is so lovely!!! Love the phrase "breathe, you are alive." Just wonderful!! Have a grand weekend!

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  41. payal agarwalJuly 24, 2015 at 10:47 AM

    how beautiful! I love that black and white shot.

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  42. LeaJuly 24, 2015 at 11:12 AM

    Thursday's photo is the best!
    Have a wonderful week-end!
    Lea

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  43. rebeccaJuly 24, 2015 at 12:01 PM

    a week of beauty that lifts the heart-thank you dear friend.

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  44. Joseph PulikotilJuly 24, 2015 at 12:30 PM

    Hello, Lovely quote and fantastic photos. You dog looks very cute.

    Very interesting haiku.

    Best wishes

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  45. AnonymousJuly 24, 2015 at 1:22 PM

    Wonderful works presented, Carol My favourite is the one on the fishes. Simply beautiful.

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  46. gmaJuly 24, 2015 at 1:46 PM

    Great photo a day of your peaceful Cape Ann.

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  47. Light and VoicesJuly 24, 2015 at 4:32 PM

    My favorite photograph posted this week is Friday because it is so creative.
    JM, IL

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  48. Hootin AnniJuly 24, 2015 at 5:20 PM

    Like your furbaby, I too am trying to catch a cool breeze here in South Texas. Hot!!!

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  49. Su-sieee! MacJuly 25, 2015 at 12:02 AM

    Very nice school fish, Carol. :-)
    The View from the Top of the Ladder

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  50. rainfield61July 25, 2015 at 5:42 AM

    And I miss your lovely Thursday.

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  51. eileeninmdJuly 25, 2015 at 9:38 AM

    Hello Carol, I am stopping back to say thank you for linking up your cute critters. I always enjoy seeing your cute ArtMuse doggie. Have a happy weekend!

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  52. TexWisGirlJuly 25, 2015 at 10:05 AM

    hot pup!

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  53. Gemma WisemanJuly 25, 2015 at 6:47 PM

    Splendid water view and your little dog on the verandah looks so adorable. A great relaxed pose.
    Also, the arched shape in the sunset light on my Scenic Weekends blog is a seagull in flight.

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  54. Maiah HarrisonJuly 25, 2015 at 7:52 PM

    I got a great idea from your blog, Carol... You're pictures are great. Love the ocean... I don't know but I cannot ever get tired of the water... so peaceful and beautiful. Thank you for visiting my blog as well and leaving a comment, I truly appreciate that. Have a great weekend!

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  55. AnonymousJuly 25, 2015 at 9:23 PM

    Lovely series.

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  56. DeniseinVAJuly 25, 2015 at 9:57 PM

    Lovely photos Carol and your assistant is the cutest. Love your new artwork of the fishes and all the water shots. Like the sunlight dancing off the surface with the ducks. So much to enjoy in these photos. Happy Sunday to you :)

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  57. Sallie (FullTime-Life)July 25, 2015 at 11:03 PM

    Know I was here before, came from a different place this time. Always worth it! You have so much beauty in each post.

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  58. Claire JustineJuly 26, 2015 at 1:45 AM

    Beautiful pictures, I want to go visit the sea :)

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  59. This N ThatJuly 26, 2015 at 10:04 AM

    Wonderful water views..love the ocean..Wish I could get to the shore..miss it...Adorable pup

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  60. Margaret Birding For PleasureJuly 26, 2015 at 1:25 PM

    For me, J stole the show. Have a great week ahead.

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  61. ifthethunderdontgetya™³²®©July 26, 2015 at 4:07 PM

    I love your boat pics. And ArtMuseDog is so cool, as usual!
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  62. GranthamLynnJuly 26, 2015 at 6:06 PM

    Thanks for coming by have a great week. Take some great pics for us. XXOO

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  63. ChristineJuly 26, 2015 at 6:37 PM

    beautiful watercolour fish!

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  64. GalleryJuanaJuly 26, 2015 at 6:46 PM

    Looks like "J" found a perfect place to stay cool. Love your haiku and hanging glass image! And you have some fun little fishies there!
    Thank you for your sweet tidings on my blog post.

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  65. WandaJuly 26, 2015 at 11:43 PM

    What a lovely collection of beauty. You have such a talent, and eye for perfect pictures.

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  66. DebbieJuly 27, 2015 at 6:07 AM

    I love the soft boat picture carol, and your other pics as well! Your fish painting turned out great too!

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  67. Arnoldo L. Romero, MLAJuly 27, 2015 at 1:56 PM

    I always enjoy the peacefulness of your work and poetry. It really is all about breathing and enjoying the fact that we are alive, no matter what are circumstances. Blessings!
    http://arnoldolromero.blogspot.com/2015/07/c-is-for-climatic.html

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  68. stefanie starkJuly 29, 2015 at 3:51 PM

    Your photo pictures are always so beautiful to look at. They spread such a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. And I love your colorful fishes too. They also look relaxed and peaceful. The stripes are such a great idea!

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  69. Alexandra MacVeanJuly 29, 2015 at 6:15 PM

    Your sailboat pictures are so lovely and peaceful. Love them. I also adore your little fishies. :) hee hee

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  70. JennyAugust 11, 2015 at 5:48 PM

    I always enjoy your little cutie pie!

    I'm always Just trying to catch a breeze here in AZ, too.

    Thanks for linking to the letter J.

    A+

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