A lilac dawn made way to grey skies for most of the day which, because of the need to stay in for the Central Heating engineer, I spent reading an intriguing novel on which I shall report when I have finished it, probably tomorrow.
Within two hours of his being called, Vince visited, pronounced the death of the leaking radiator, went off to buy a replacement, and fitted it. The unpleasant smell has receded as the carpet has dried.
There not being a second to lose, a few minutes before sunset Jackie’s little Modus hurtled us down to Hordle Cliff car park to capture the constantly changing phenomenon over Christchurch Bay.
These shots looking West were,
interspersed with those to the East, taken in rapid succession.
What is fascinating about these sky-scapes is the difference between the western view containing the sun, and the eastern facing it.
This evening we dined on Jackie’s choice chicken curry, an egg paratha, vegetable bhajis and samosas, with savoury rice. My meal was supplemented by The Dorset Naga Chilli & Smoke Garlic Jam, that Mother Claus had placed in my Christmas stocking. The Cook drank Hoegaarden and I drank Kingfisher.
Beautiful, Derrick.
Thanks GP
I so love the colours of these photographs with my favourites being the first two and the last one. Ah this time you had some of my favourite food from one of my countries 🙂
Thank you, Geetha. Our favourite food too
Welcome, I am glad you enjoyed 🙂 as we did
Derrick, your posts are therapy for me.
That’s very pleasing, Ann. Thanks
Some beautiful photographs of the winter sea.
Thank you, John
And you can head back and photograph the moon rise. 🙂
I appreciate the east/west view of sunsets. I spent many hours sitting on buses in outback Australia and one of the delights is to see the views from all sides. My favourite is when you see one colour in front of the bus and a different colour in the rear vision mirror.
Thank you, Mary. That intrigues me, too
“The Dorset Naga Chilli & Smoke Garlic Jam” – words cannot describe how my mouth is watering…
🙂 Thank you, Quercus
Beautiful skies – well captured Derrick!
Thank you, Pauline
I’m eager to hear about the novel! Beautiful post, as always.
Thank you, Leslie. I’d better finish it then 🙂
Stunning photos!
Many thanks, Merril
It was well worth hurtling to Hordle Cliff……for a view of those magnificent skies.
Thank you, Cynthia. It would be a shame not to, living so near
I like the texture of the sea as well as the colors in the skies…
Thank you, Lisa. So did I, so I’m pleased you did
Beautiful pictures! I am absolutely stunned by the colors and their vibrancy!
Thank you, Sofia
Wow! These pictures became more amazing as I scrolled down. My favorite…#5! Incredible shots, Derrick.
Many thanks Jill. All taken within about three minutes
Your sky is on fire, Derrick 🙂
Yes. Thank you, Monica
Magnificent!! By the way you might like to check this out http://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-01-25/coxless-crew-row-across-pacific-ocean-usa-cairns/7110502
Thanks, John. The women are news here too. I thought of you when taking those pictures
I thought there was a connection
Derrick, you captured amazing sunset and beautiful sunrises. The way the clouds have been affected by the temperatures here has also moved me. I have been trying to drive out where buildings won’t hinder the views. 🙂
Thank you Robin. Lack of buildings and light pollution makes all the difference
Lilac skies and hurtling down the Hordle. Your wordplay is as fun as your photos are spectacular!
Thank you, Crystal. I’m pleased you noticed
What is Smoke Garlic Jam??? You always write about the most unusual foods!
Your skyscapes are glorious!!!
Thank you Luanne. It should have read Smoked. It is a rather hot chutney – Dorset Chilli is part of the name
Too beautiful for words, and samosas sound so tasty, it is some time since I have eaten them. I used to make them when children were small. Regards.
Thank you, Lakshmi. Regards to you
Very interesting photos, Derrick. Beautiful.
Thank you, Cynthia R
Sensational photos, Del! Wish I was eating curry with you!
Thanks, Ian. Any time
Oh! Such marvelous colors in the sky!
Thank you, seedbud
You live in a beautiful place.
We do, Laurie. Thanks
Beautiful capture! Thank you for sharing, Derrick. 🙂
Thank you, Amy
I was in NZ in 1996 and looked out across Christchurch wondering at the people who brought from their world’s and why it was named so.
Now you know 🙂
Haha! Yes!
Rich beauty
Thank you, Cynthia G
The image including the beach huts is most intriguing. The huts themselves are usually painted with vibrant colours, making attractive (if, these days, predictable) abstract photographs with contrasting bright palettes. Their colours here, in shade, is an interestingly novel variant.
Many thanks, Paul
Nothing like a sunset. Your images are lovely.
Thank you, Elena