"This is the violet hour, the hour of hush and wonder, when the affectations glow and valor is reborn, when the shadows deepen along the edge of the forest and we believe that, if we watch carefully, at any moment we may see the unicorn."


Saturday, October 8, 2011

Blue Angels

If it's early October in San Francisco, it's FLEET WEEK....and that means the Navy's Blue Angels are soaring and roaring across the city and over my house!  It's LOUD, it's not fun for animals, my home shakes, rattles and rolls, but it still amazes me to watch these skilled pilots fly up and down and over and under at speeds just under the sound barrier.

I captured these shots as they *rehearsed* yesterday.


There are six planes in total....but they fly most of the time in fours..with the other two zooming off in opposite directions.  I don't know if you can *embiggen* these....

No "Angels" in this shot....but this is the Golden Gate Bridge from my roof..... the "Angels" do fly over the Bridge, but even using a zoom on my little camera, you wouldn't have seen them.

As you can tell, it was a glorious, sunny day....  lovely October!

Love,

♥ Robin ♥
Posted by Robin at 4:42 PM
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  1. Cris, Artist in OregonOctober 8, 2011 at 7:15 PM

    Wow, You have a pretty good view of the Golden Gate Bridge from your place. Cool. Reading this took me back 8 years ago when I went there with my Dad drving back from Checking out Oregon to live in. I was disappointed in not getting to see more of SF because it was fleet week & very crowded. It was my last visit to anywhere with my Dad as he died a little over two weeks later, so its something I will treasure forever. What a flash back.

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  2. MimOctober 8, 2011 at 7:37 PM

    So glad you have good weather! SF in good weather is un - beatable!

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  3. marianneOctober 9, 2011 at 12:21 AM

    Amazing!!! and also amazing shots dear!
    What a view you have, I think I will see that bridge soon........
    And happy for you you have sunshine! YEAH!
    ♥M

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  4. sukipoetOctober 9, 2011 at 4:51 AM

    that is one gorgeous rooftop view. enjoy the sun. we had an incredibly beautiful day here too.

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  5. RobinOctober 9, 2011 at 7:29 AM

    Oh Cris.... I am glad I was able to bring back a happy memory of you and your Father...
    You must feel blessed that he was there with you in Oregon as you found your new home too....

    Sending you, Con, Annie and Daisy many hugs from a FOGGY SF this morning.... hope it clears, or the lue Angels will not be able to make their final 2011 performance.

    ♥ Robin ♥

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  6. RobinOctober 9, 2011 at 7:32 AM

    Mimmmmmm!!! One week ago....you, KJ , Lo and I were sitting together, laughing and enjoying your wonderful brunch! Time DOES fly by.....so happy we were able to meet again!

    Yesterday was gorgeous....this morning - totally socked in by fog!

    Love,

    ♥ Robin ♥

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  7. RobinOctober 9, 2011 at 7:34 AM

    Liebe Zuster Marianne.... I think you are right...you WILL be seeing this bridge soon!!!! A-ha-ha!

    I know the weather in Surinam was warm and wonderful....hope it is nice in Holland when you return! No matter...you will be returning to a freshly-painted, re-furbished gorgeous home!!!

    Love to all,

    ♥ Robin ♥

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  8. RobinOctober 9, 2011 at 7:36 AM

    Suki - birthday girl!!! I am so happy you had sunshine on YOUR day!!! It must have been gorgeous on the Mountain!

    Fog has returned here....(sigh)...but I have hopes for more sun this week...October is (usually) the Sunniest month here!

    Love to you and Bibs,

    ♥ Robin ♥

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  9. Amanda SummerOctober 9, 2011 at 9:27 PM

    i can't believe you can see the golden gate from your house!

    so glad you had a wonderful trip - was the weather in new england fantastic?

    p.s. robin - willow ball is coming up on the 12th!! are june and july going to double date? ;-)

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  10. RobinOctober 10, 2011 at 6:36 AM

    Dear *Twin*, I can see the Bridge...of course, I have to climb up to the roof in order to do so....

    NE weather was fantastic - except foe one stormy day.... sadly, the leaves were only just beginning to turn...so I only saw a bit of colour....

    Mais Oui, Mon Cher... I already have FIVE dates (thought I would add another man to my *posse*) posted on my sidebar! But,if there isn't anyone you would like to dance a waltz or tango with, I trust your taste completely....and will happily share the arm of whoever with you! Oooooh...we will have a wonderful time!

    Love,

    ♥ Robin ♥

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  11. studio loloOctober 10, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    I wrote a long comment only to have Blogger say I don't have permission to read your blog!

    grrrrr.

    I'll just call you later instead of rewriting it.

    Cool shots!!

    xoxo
    lo♥

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  12. Tess KincaidOctober 10, 2011 at 6:07 PM

    Beautiful...looking forward to seeing you at the WM Ball!

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  13. kjOctober 10, 2011 at 7:36 PM

    i thought i'd comment on the blue angels but instead all i can think of is your dates to the ball. ah the thrill of virtual reality! imagine if it could be so: if time travel would allow you to attend just so.....

    i'm glad you're looking forward to the sun. things are looking up, eh?

    love
    kj

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  14. yoboroboOctober 11, 2011 at 3:55 AM

    Hi Robin! WOW! What amazing pics! You could sell tickets to your rooftop, I'm thinking. :) The ball sounds like a very magical thing, and I hope you remember to keep track of the time, just in case you are arriving in a pumpkin coach (which seems very Halloweenie to me!). Here's to our time of the year!! xox Pam

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