This morning I posted https://derrickjknight.com/2021/11/11/a-knights-tale-62-appendicitis/ then set about starting the vast shredding of paperwork going back almost two decades that clearance of the vestibule cupboard that is to be replaced has prompted. I may be some time.
We lunched and caught up with each other at Tyrell’s Ford with Helen, Shelly, Bill, and Ron. My choice was steak, chips, onion rings, mushrooms, tomatoes, and peas. I had no room for dessert. I drank Flack’s Double Drop bitter. Jackie’s main course was turkey escalope, salad, and chips, followed by syrup madeira cake and ice cream; accompanied by Diet Coke. I won’t speak for the others, save to say that all the meals were enjoyed.
Jackie and I had to leave the sisters and their spouses to their coffees while we dashed back to Milford on Sea for our flu vaccinations.
Afterwards we drove to Keyhaven where I walked along the sea wall and we both took photographs as sunset approached.
I produced the first two images of a couple of sailboarders; the other two were Jackie’s.
I photographed a swan trying to discern its reflection in rippling water; Jackie focussed on me at the far end of the wall with the bird fishing in the foreground.
A couple walked on ahead of me while I concentrated on grasses in the landscape, a louring skyscape, and a skein of geese honking overhead.
Jackie photographed boats in the harbour and Hurst lighthouse in the distance; and, of course,
me in action
We both caught the sunset. Jackie’s are the last two with the rows of masts.
We returned via Saltgrass Lane where I pictured a further sunset to which Jackie turned her back to photograph the moon beyond a grass curtain.
As the sun lowered its sights another photographer and watchers were silhouetted on Hurst Spit.
We needed no dinner this evening.
Very convenient that you could catch each others scenes from a different perspective!
I’m pleased you noticed that, AnneMarie. Thank you very much.
You both captured beautiful photos! ❤️??
Thank you very much, John
A lovely outing with so many good pictures to share! My favorite of yours is the skein of geese above the pink-tinged clouds. My favorite of Jackie’s is the one with the grasses and the moon.
Two excellent choices, as always, Liz. Thanks a lot.
You’re welcome, Derrick.
My favorite is the geese too!
Cinematographers refer to both dawn and dusk as “the magic hour” because of the way light registers on film. It actually is more like shortly before sunset and shortly before dawn. Your lovely photos demonstrate that quality!
Thank you so much, Doug
congrats: very nice pics
Thank you very much, Gabriele
The colors in these photos are really lovely. The food sounds yummy.
Thank you v very much, Luanne
A good day where you get to accomplish tasks, but also enjoy food, good company, and beautiful scenery. (My husband has started shredding decades of papers, too.)
You and Jackie both took so many wonderful photos. I can’t pick a favorite, but Jackie’s photo of the moon and grasses stands out because of the subtle colors and delicacy.
Thanks very m much, Merril. Yes, that was a good one
You’re welcome.
Both of you take beautiful photos.
Thank you very m much from us both, Mrs W
Your welcome.
Stunning pictures. I can hear the flying gees honking and smell the salty breeze.
Thank you very much, Pat.
Fabulous selection of photos from both of you.
Thanks a lot, Sheree.
Gorgeous photos, Derrick! I love the swans!
Thank you very much, Jill
A first rate photographic outing. The skein of geese was my favourite as I always like a flying bird.
Thanks a lot, Tootlepedal. I always thank of you when I catch a flying bird.
I am finding them hard to find at the moment.
My computer has a case of the “Go-slows” this morning… and my frustration is ‘setting’ in …. a Haiku that wrote now ..
“Dwindling”
The sunset subsides
Behind dark clouds there’s a glow
Where light turns to night
Quite a brilliant ode to my picture. Thanks very much, Ivor.
You’re welcome Derrick … I found your Photo an excellent one to write about ..
I enjoyed all the photos from your day out, Derrick and Jackie, especially the moon in the reeds and molten sunset. All my favorite evening colors there.
Thank you so much, Lavinia
Just such beautiful photography Derrick. Really impressive.
Thank you very much, Gary
Wonderful photographs! I hope neither of you have side-effects after your Flu injections.
Thanks very much, Clare. No after effects
Good! 🙂
It is fun seeing the same place from different perspectives.
Thanks very much, m Anne
Another beautiful sunset captured by the Knights. I’m drawn to the photo of the swan looking at its reflection in the water. I can almost feel the wetness of the water and hear the gentle waves. I think the photographic word is definition, but it’s more than that. Lovely photo!
Thank you so much, JoAnna.
Those are very fascinating photos. Jackie seems to have found an additional subject in you in all situations.
Thanks very much, Uma. I usually don’t even know if she has bought her camera.
Lovely, lovely photos you did with Jackie.
Thank you very much, Arlene
What a beautiful sunset, and that blue stripe sail against the clouds really makes that boat standout.
Thank you very much, msw. Jackie panned that shot to position the sail
Beautiful, beautiful pictures, especially of the birds flying across the sky. And lunch sounds mighty tasty.
Thank you very much, Laurie
A very large collection of beautiful photos. I never tire of looking at swans. Your photo is beautiful with the light on the ripples and the reflection competing with the swan.
Thank you very much, Nicki
Love all the images and slice of a beautiful life! Of course the swan is a beauty.
Thank you very much, Cindy
Absolutely gorgeous photos, Jackie and Derrick! All worthy of fancy frames and hanging in prominent places on walls! 🙂 The clouds and the waters sure put on spectacular shows for you! Love the photo where the moon is peeking out! 🙂
Sounds like a wonderful day! YAY for time spent with family! 🙂
(((HUGS))) 🙂
Thank you so much, Carolyn X
The images of the sunset from both of you are really lovely.
Jackie’s Moon behind the curtain was well spotted and beautifully captured.
Your final images of the figures at dusk are just superb.
Thank you so much from us both, Sue. Jackie’s was better than my shot of that moon.
Lovely gallery. The sunsets are always inviting.
Thanks very much, Rupali
Right Derrick, they are all brilliant but the most brilliantest of them all is the tall masted boat with the lighthouse merged. Go that girl!!
She will be pleased with that, John. Thanks a lot.
I AM pleased with that!!! X
Beautiful photos from both of you?
Thank you very much, Val
Lovely skies. I like to take photos of sunsets to use in some of my pictures that need a good sky.
Thanks a lot, Sherry
The big water makes the places airy and endless. Combining with the sky it is infinity!
Thank you very much, Alexander
I’m imagining you and Jackie back to back, cameras poised, both capturing these stunning shots. The skein of geese is my absolute favourite of an outstanding bunch. Good luck with the shredding!
Thanks very much, Sandra
One of the most beautiful sunsets for a while, possibly.
Thanks very much, John
Super pictures. You can’t beat sunsets. 🙂
Thanks very much, Bridget
Hello! I’m Fairy Queen from Italy. I love all these sea places 🙂
Thank you very much, Fairy Queen
Very nice Derrick! Did you find any treasures when you cleaned out the cupboard shelves? I love the shot of the blue sailboat!
Actually I did find a lens carrying case for which I had been searching for a few years, Dwight. Thanks a lot.
How nice!
What an exceptional gallery! You and Jackie have outdone yourselves with these, and that is quite a feat! We truly enjoy viewing your photos.
Thank you so much, Maj and Sher
A wonderful day for you all and thank you for sharing the photos! The sunsets are glorious and great shots of the silhouettes of people at the end. Also learnt a new word – which I no doubt should have known before – ‘a skein of geese ‘! I’ll remember that one!
Thanks very much, Annika
Lovely bird and sunset pictures. I can imagine that you were not in a mood for dinner after your lunch 🙂
Thank very much, Geetha 🙂
Sunsets on water are always spectacular, especially enlivened by people, birds, and boats, but the fluffy pastel clouds are fabulous.
Thank you so much, Dolly
Beautiful photos – so great to see things from both of your perspectives.
Thanks a lot, Jodie
XO
Wow! Gorgeous photos by both of you! You had such wonderful scenes and beautiful lighting. Jackie’s photo skills are matching yours these days, Derrick. You’re rubbing off on her!
Thanks very much, Jan X
A beautiful day with gorgeous photos from both of you!
Thank you very much, Ribana
All quite lovely. I’m glad the two of you get out so often. It’s healthy for body and mind. <3
Indeed. Thanks very much, Crystal X