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I was lucky to witness a truly spectacular sunset, it looked like the horizon was on fire – amazing! The wonders of natural beauty, the sky is natures canvas….
[quote style=”1″]”Photograph: a picture painted by the sun without instruction in art.” ~Ambrose Bierce. What I am realising more and more is that taking a photograph is less about the technique and more about being there to capture the moment![/quote]
Images:©FAR Photography by Super Mom
What a beautiful weekend we just experienced in the Cape – the weather was truly glorious and it called for a much needed outdoor adventure! So on Sunday morning we packed the bikes and a picnic lunch and headed off to Cape Point. Cape Point as I mentioned before is one of the many attractions you can enjoy when visiting Cape Town.
Named the ‘Cape of Storms’ by Bartolomeu Dias in 1488; the ‘Point’ was treated with respect by sailors for centuries. By day, it was a navigational landmark and by night, and in fog, it was a menace beset by violent storms and dangerous rocks that over the centuries littered shipwrecks around the coastline.
Once we got there the girls and the Dads set off on a bike ride and the mums took a leisurely drive to the “Thomas Tucker Shipwreck Trail”. We spent some time soaking up, the peace and tranquility of the beautiful setting, while waiting for the troops to return – from their bike ride.
After their 10 kilometre bike ride, we all set off on a meander along the beach trail. We had the pleasure of viewing a mother Seal basking in the sun, what a life! We also caught a glimpse of her pup frolicking in the waves – what a joy to see!
We also managed to see an array of bright spring flowers, a rather interesting looking Lizard, Bontebok, Ostriches and a troop of Baboons, what a privilege to see all these animals and striking vegetation, right on our own doorstep! After our walk we enjoyed a much needed picnic lunch and cold refreshments. What a glorious day out!
Entrance Fees: Children (age 6-16) and pensioners: R24 (return) | R18 (single), Adult: R58 (return) / R48 (single)
Images: © Fiona Rossiter from Inspired Living
Cape Town Beauty
I am fortunate to be able to say, that I live in one of the most beautiful cites in the world – Cape Town. I am reminded of this daily, as I drive over the mountain to fetch my girls from school; the spectacular views make the otherwise mindless commute worthwhile. These are a few of the images that I captured recently, using my iPhone – no I was not driving at the time! I loved the weird but wonderful cloud formations in some of the photos. They showcase the amazing beauty, that is the “Mother City”.
Image Source: All by Super Mom
The philosophy I am trying to adopt for my life is, not to lose sight of the beauty that surrounds me, to be mindful of it and thankful for it every day. I am extremely fortunate to live, in my opinion, one of the most beautiful cities in the world – Cape Town! The suburb that we live in is more of a “country hamlet” than a “suburban metropolis” – much more suited to peaceful living.
Living in the “country” has its cons, one of which is the travelling. We have often considered moving closer to the girl’s school, as we are quite far away, but then all you need to do is wake up in the morning and look out at the sea. You instantly forget about the travelling issues you may have.
I decided to take a leisurely, rather introspective, stroll around the garden the other day, a sunny winter’s day -to enjoy the splendour that is literally in my “back garden”. I did not pass up the photo-op that presented itself and took a few photographs. I was amazed at the magnificence in a simple Daisy bush and the wonder of a humble butterfly.
So I hope you enjoy my “Home-grown” beauty as much as I did!
All Images: ©FAR Photography by Super Mom
On our last trip up the West Coast, of Cape Town, we visited the seaside town of Langebaan. Which we frequent because of the lovely beach-side cafes and restaurant’s to dine in. We were fortunate enough to witness, an extraordinary sunset when we arrived; I grabbed the opportunity and shot some wonderful photographs. I love capturing sunsets; there is something truly magical about them and I am always left in awe of the magnitude of beauty that surrounds us.
Image Source : ©FAR Photography by Supermom
