Friday, September 19, 2008

Friday, 19 September: Skywatch Friday

The Telkom tower on Muckleneuck Hill, Pretoria at midday is my contribution to this week's Skywatch Friday. In the foreground the Monkey Thorn (Afrikaans: apiesdoring) is in its own bushveld spring dress - russet leaves and blossoms which resemble furry caterpillars.
Now this has been quite a week, hasn't it? Banks in trouble and stock markets falling. I suggest that if you are feeling a little low, shattered or shaken, go outside, lift your eyes and gaze at the sky.
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11 comments:

  1. AnonymousSeptember 19, 2008 at 12:49 PM

    very interesting building. wonderful choice for swf

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  2. Gemma Wiseman aka Pamela AdamsSeptember 19, 2008 at 1:11 PM

    The sky is a great place to gaze in troubled times! Beautiful pic!

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  3. SmilingSallySeptember 19, 2008 at 2:22 PM

    And, while gazing at the sky, talk to God.

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  4. MarySeptember 19, 2008 at 2:58 PM

    I have enjoyed 'walking' through your neighborhood Eleanor - very different from mine. I know your Spring will be beautiful with so many blooming trees lining the streets - sneezing included!!!

    Yes, this week was quite an eye-opener and hit us personally as dh retired from AIG after 45 yrs. and is now a consultant for them! Stock almost worthless - pension plan in jeopardy etc., certainly caused a few restless nights!!! I for one did look to the heavens and pray!

    Almost squared away for France - looking forward to a change of scenery and definitely a change of pace, just relaxing with family and a good glass of wine at a cafe table in the village square. You know how that feels - close to perfect in this rather unkind world.

    Have a fabulous weekend dear.
    Hugs - Mary.

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  5. DewdropSeptember 19, 2008 at 3:41 PM

    Terrific advice, Eleanor. It always helps me to look up, in more ways than one!!!

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  6. NolaSeptember 19, 2008 at 5:31 PM

    Eleanor, I always look forward to your posts. It's a treat to see such different plants than the ones in my yard! I feel like I've been on a nice little vacation when I visit you! Have a wonderful weekend.

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  7. Pamela Terry and EdwardSeptember 19, 2008 at 5:59 PM

    And what a glorious blue sky it is!

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  8. Tess KincaidSeptember 19, 2008 at 9:49 PM

    Yes, I highly suggest gazing at the sky, especially while lying in soft green grass!

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  9. MaalieSeptember 20, 2008 at 9:15 PM

    I have been to Cape Town and Durban, but sadly never Pretoria!

    An evocative Skywatch picture you have there :-)

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  10. InkivääriSeptember 20, 2008 at 9:40 PM

    Beautiful blue sky!

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  11. LaraSeptember 21, 2008 at 10:40 PM

    a great sw photo - what an interesting building!

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