Blue skies along the Blue Ridge Parkway in Virginia. August 5, 2010.
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On Betsy’s birthday last week we drove north along the Blue Ridge Parkway in Virginia on our way to Betsy’s birthday surprise. During the early part of the day the skies were blue with white clouds creating pretty pictures.
Stormy skies near Roanoke, Virginia. August 5, 2010.
But later in the day the clouds got lower and darker. When we were north of Roanoke the rains came, as you can see in the picture above.
Sky at sunset, Peaks of Otter, Virginia. August 5, 2010.
We drove in wind and rain for a while, but the skies started to clear as we got near our destination, the Lodge at Peaks of Otter. And sitting on the patio after dinner we were treated to beautiful skies as the sun set.
Tags: Blue Ridge Parkway, Skywatch, Travels, Virginia
Senior Moments 
August 13, 2010 at 5:36 am |
What a beautiful series of sky photos here!
August 13, 2010 at 6:28 am |
All the shots are great but that last one is absolutely gorgeous.
August 13, 2010 at 6:54 am |
I can see the rain in that one picture! And what a lovely sunset!
August 13, 2010 at 7:10 am |
It would be hard to choose a favorite – all the photos are beautiful. Enjoy your weekend George.
August 13, 2010 at 7:17 am |
The weather really can change in a moments eye. These are all pretty pics George. I’m hoping to see some of that wet stuff today.
August 13, 2010 at 7:26 am |
that’s strange, we have a sky just like that first one right over our house. ha ha
August 13, 2010 at 7:53 am |
Each photo was more beautiful than the previous one, though I do have a special love for the one with fog!
August 13, 2010 at 8:10 am |
George, with all your travels, you have enough beautiful sky sights to share for months. I always enjoy seeing where you will feature next.
August 13, 2010 at 8:11 am |
Three beautiful skies in one day, that is awesome!! Thanks for sharing!
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August 13, 2010 at 8:23 am |
Love the different moods of the sky.
August 13, 2010 at 8:44 am |
Beauitiful skies and captures.
Happy weekend both.
August 13, 2010 at 9:07 am |
You do have some varied and beautiful skies, George! I really love the last one! Gorgeous colors and what a wonderful way to end the day. A belated Happy Birthday to Betsy! Enjoy your weekend!
Sylvia
August 13, 2010 at 9:18 am |
Great shots George but it is always a treat to sit and enjoy a beautiful sunset. MB
August 13, 2010 at 9:31 am |
There’s something magical about a red sunset. Leaves you so relaxed.
August 13, 2010 at 10:08 am |
You got to see quite a variety of skies! Love that rainstorm moving in. Nice way to end the day, though, with a colorful sky at sunset! Enjoy the weekend.
August 13, 2010 at 11:21 am |
The sky certainly entertained you on that day.Love the scenes.
Blessings,Ruth
August 13, 2010 at 12:57 pm |
Beautiful skies over Blue Ridge. The sunset is amazing.
August 13, 2010 at 2:15 pm |
Amazing when one can actually see the rain coming at them!
August 13, 2010 at 9:50 pm |
Wonderful series of skywatch pictures! So sweet of you to treat Betsy to such a nice surprise.
August 13, 2010 at 11:56 pm |
I suspect that beautiful sunset was just for Betsy and for your wonderful suprise for her!
Beautiful shots George – especially the sunset!
August 14, 2010 at 12:39 am |
that sunset image is the exclamation point to your day – betsy’s b/day.
August 14, 2010 at 4:36 pm |
It’s amazing how fast the sky can change. Same here! You sit in the garden all windows are open, then suddenly it starts raining. Quickly the windows and doors must be closed. Your sunset is very pretty.
August 14, 2010 at 7:46 pm |
George, the series is lovely, but my favourite photo, hands down, is that gorgeous sunset!
August 15, 2010 at 3:58 am |
Beautiful Sky shots !!Lovely shots !!!Great post !!
August 16, 2010 at 9:19 am |
You certainly had a variety of skies for your trip! All beautiful in their own way.