For this weeks Photo Challenge, Cheri asks us to share a photo of a landscape. Like many of you who have travelled extensively, I found it difficult to choose just one landscape out of the many hundreds which I’ve seen and photographed.
I could show you the view over The Valley of a Thousand Hills taken from my late mom and dad’s favourite open air restaurant in Kloof South Africa. We’ve enjoyed so many joyous family occasions whilst looking out over this undulating landscape.
Our daughter lived for a few years in Vancouver and on one visit, we took a drive to the Whistler Ski Resort, going up to the top on one of the ski lifts. I’ve never been so cold in my whole life, with the icy wind whistling past my frozen ears, as we surveyed this unforgettable landscape.
Cruising down the Li River from Guilin to Yangshuo, yielded some really picturesque and breathtaking, karst landscapes.
Many years ago, an early morning stop on one of our many US road trips, enabled us to gaze out over the spectacular and awe-inspiring Grand Canyon. I’m sure we’ll do this trip again one day and get some better photos.
We never dreamed in those far off days, that one day we’d actually be living here in the USA and looking out regularly on this beautiful landscape from our favourite ‘watering hole’.
Neither did we imagine that we would have this lovely peaceful view from our house. Life can be so surprising.
Of course, my home’s inside landscape is somewhat different, but hubby’s doing a great job with those ceiling beams. Don’t know how he manages to get them up there all by himself, but I’m not complaining.
He tells me that he’s planning a domed ceiling with a chandelier over my piano. That I can’t wait to see. I do miss having a piano, but for now I just have to be patient.
Hope you’re all having a great Tuesday. This evening we’re going to a stage production put on by some of our club members. Should be a lot of fun, but I’d rather watch than be part of the cast.
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Some beautiful landscapes. My fav is the KZN one 🙂
It’s such a beautiful valley – which restaurant is it?
Thanks, Regina. It’s the Pot and Kettle on Bothas Hill.
Thanks 😊!
Absolutely lovely landscapes, although I would have been in a hurry to get off of that mountain once I’d taken the obligatory “I’m here!” photos. I do not do well in weather’s extremes. 🙂
Just gorgeous!!!!
Thanks, Kathryn. 😘
Your photos were all amazing but I loved the awesome view from your house the very best. Thanks for sharing; excellent take on the challenge 🙂
Thanks so much, Gale. Yes, it was the view that prompted us to buy the house. Without that view, we wouldn’t have even considered taking on the serious renovations. 🙂
I can see why!
sono tutti splendidi panorami ma la mia preferita è senz’altro quella della Cina che mi ricorda il mio viaggio lungo il fiume ” delle perle” 🙂
Love all of them! The Li River looks great! And hard to beat the Grand Canyon view! 🙂
Thanks so much for your visit and your comment. I agree with you about the Grand Canyon being hard to beat. The Li River is a magical experience. 🙂
Some seriously breathtaking landscape photos, but the work site really spoils everything. 😛 😀 If I could just make one suggestion… Just please get a comfortable chair for me to sit on when I come over and watch you play. Ahihihi 😀
Thanks, Rommel. If you come over, you will be put to work sweeping sawdust. 😀
Bwahahaha 🙂 Very nice comeback. I like it.
I’m nothing if not honest, Rommel. 🙂
A great variety of landscapes Sylvia! Would love to see the Grand Canyon one day!
Thanks, Aletta. The Grand Canyon is a truly amazing sight. 🙂
I can just imagine that!
Sylvia, I liked the South Africa photograph, then skiing in Vancouver. I have been to the Grand Canyon and several times to Florida. 🙂 Of course, I always enjoy the beauty you find in any setting. Your husband is doing a wonderful job and I believe you two are really a special team.
Thanks so much, Robin. Yes, hubby is doing a fantastic job. I’m so lucky to have him in my life. 🙂
Photos bring back so many memories and your present place has such a peaceful outlook. My word Sylvia your hubby deserves a medal.
Lucky you, Sylvia, seeing all those stunning vistas. And your home will be stunning as well when it’s finished. Lucky you, again!
What a smashing post. Especially the boat cruise.
Thanks, Ark. Yes that boat cruise was really magical. 🙂
Schöne Fotos und noch viel Schnee ich wünsche einen schönen Mittwoch Grüße und Umarmung Gislinde
Thanks so much, Gislinde. Happy Wednesday to you. 🙂 xx
Amazing ladscape pictures, Sylvia and that view from out of your house..we don’t know what to say, we only take a breezer and be silent 🙂 Pawkisses for a Happy Day 🙂 ❤
Wishing you and Granny a very happy day too. Thanks so much for your lovely comment. 🙂 xx
the Li River must be fantastic !!!!
Oh yes it is. You have to see it to believe it. 🙂
Beautiful photos. Bet you can’t wait till your house is finished 😀
Thanks so much, Liz. You have no idea! 😀
Marvellous!!
Thanks, Sue. 🙂
Such beautiful landscapes and views Sylvia! Pictures as always are stunning!
Have a wonderful day and take care!
Regards
Gail
Thanks so much, Gail. Happy day to you too. *hugs* 🙂
I enjoyed all those interesting photos, but my Mum loved the Valley of a Thousand Hills, so it has a special place in my heart. How lovely that you have found such a beautiful place to live, and your house is really taking shape!
Thanks so much, Gerrie. My sister lives in Kloof, very close to the valley of a Thousand Hills. So beautiful around that area. 🙂
Sylvia what a fabulous collection of landscapes. I have a special fondness for the Canadian winter at Whistler. Just need the right clothing and gear for that kind of adventure.:)
Thanks so much, Sue. Yes, I think my outfit wasn’t nearly adequate enough for the cold at Whistler. We’d come from the South African summer too and I guess our blood was quite thin. 😀
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Lovely landscapes from all over the globe, Sylvia!
And I too am looking forward to a picture of you in front of your piano beneath a grand chandelier!
Thanks so much, Dries. It shouldn’t be too much longer. 🙂
Wonderful photos and a domes ceiling with chandelier over the piano? I can’t wait to see!
Thanks, Lisa. Me too. 🙂
Nice landscaping pictures! I really like the view into water from your house.
Thanks so much, YC. Me too. 🙂
Great landscapes and you have an husband with golden hands.
Thanks so much, Marylou. I love your comment, but I have to tell you that doing all this work has given him somewhat calloused hands, but when the work is over I’ll take him for a manicure or two. 😀
My favourite is the Li River. What a gorgeous photo. Your home is coming along nicely.
My favourite too, Carol. Yes, I can see the end is in sight, even though it might not look that way to you. I remember what it used to be like. 🙂
He’s making wonderful progress. How lucky you are to have such a talented husband.
Happy to see an update on the progress…your husband has no fear! Looks like it’s going to be incredible in the end. Lovely home, lovely travels, lovely man….what more could you ever ask for, eh?
Such a lovely comment, Torrie. Yes, I’m very content with my lot. 😘
what a gallery of stunning landscapes, Sylvia. indeed, life is of many wonderful surprise 🙂 I salute your hubby of single-handedly working on your soon-to-be beautiful house! wow! 🙂
Thanks so much, Lola. Yes he’s doing a great job. 😃
Your landscapes are spectacular and so is the inner landscape – your husband is a real gem. The Li River landscape is wonderful – a place I would have loved to visit. Thank you for letting us go with you a short trip!
Gorgeous views, but I’ll pass on Whistler thanks 🙂
Thanks, Gilly. Yes, I don’t blame you. My teeth literally rattled in my mouth. 😯
Beautiful memories, Sylvia!
Thanks, Dana. 🙂
That Guilin picture is SO atmospheric! That place is on my list (along with too many others to list…….)
It’s definitely a Bucket List trip, Anabel. My list won’t even fit in the bucket. 😅
That husband of yours is a busy man!
You have no idea! I can’t believe his 73rd birthday is next month. 🙂
20 years older and he’s in better shape than me, I promise you.
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Landscapes. Where to start? I empathise with your difficulty (well, that’s my idle excuse for not taking part in the chalkenge!). I’m partial to the last shot. Always interested in seeing your husband’s progress. I wouldn’t be getting rid of him. A practical man is a treasure indeed.
Thanks, Kate. No I won’t be offering him for sale any time soon; he’s a keeper for sure. I just chose a few random landscapes. I do love the Li River one though, and it was nice to reminisce on the view from the ‘Pot and Kettle’. 🙂
Life can be so surprising! Glad you are still enjoying the view.
It sure can, Nancy. Yes, I don’t think I’ll ever tire of my backyard view. 🙂
Nice pictures, we especially like the one from the Li River! 🙂
Thanks so much. That’s also my favourite. 🙂
A lot of great landscapes, and one near and dear to my heart from the Li River. I love how your new household landscape is shaping up! How exciting. 🙂
Thanks so much, Cathy. Yes, I remember your trip down the Li River. You got some amazing shots. 🙂
wow you’ve been everywhere! so many beautiful places 🙂
I’ve been very fortunate, Andy. Thanks. 🙂
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Beautiful Sylvia! I especially love the first photo from South Africa. Must be a lot of special memories there!
Thanks so much, Nicole. Yes there are. 🙂
I can empathise with you missing your piano Sylvia. As ever Mr C is doing an amazing job. I’m sure it won’t be long!
Thanks, Adrian. Yes he is, and I love everything he’s finished so far. 🙂 I hope I can still remember how to play piano after so many months. 😕
I have absolutely no doubt that you will. You’ll be playing those favourtie pieces in no time. Whenever I’ve had a break, a lapse in memory usually means digging out the music again but it soon comes back, just needs a little nudge! 🙂
All of the photographs are so beautiful, but I’m partial to your Florida shots. Gosh, I can’t believe your husband got those beams up by himself either, Sylvia. He doesn’t have anyone helping him?
Thanks, Jill. No, he prefers to work on his own. He says that being an engineer, he can work out how to lift the heavy beams without help. I think he was probably an ancient Egyptian in a former life. They built the pyramids without cranes etc., although there were a lot of them working on the job. 😀
LOL!
Absolutely stunning landscapes Sylvia and once again I am glad for being able to do virtual travelling and seeing it through your eyes. I do love those ski slopes and yes, life do have a way of surprising one. I am glad you and your hubby is where you want to be and he is doing an amazing job. I can’t wait to see what it will look like once your piano is settled in as well. 😀 ♥
Thanks so much, Sonel. I’m so looking forward to the house being completed. I’ve been through all this before with previous houses we’ve had, so I’ve learned to be patient. 🙂
I am sure you are and going through it like that just makes it more fun and seeing the beautiful end-result is just so more satisfying then. 😀
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What a sequence of wonderful landscapes !
As for your home , just be patient: what you describe sounds very, very innovative and artistic!
Thanks so much, Anna. Yes, I know it will be amazing when it’s done. 🙂