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There are times when the light is just right and the blooms are at their peak. Sometimes you just get lucky. But then again – The Tarrytown NY Rivere walk provides me with a terrific subject. If I took bad pictures with all that going for me – I should just stop taking photos altogether. In any case, Jade, Tundra and I decided to take a walk along the River Walk around 6:00 PM about 10 days ago. People were out. There was plenty of activity – and who can blame them? Some areas just lend themselves to gatherings. This is one of them. Whether fishing, strolling, walking the dogs or reading on a bench – people can’t help but congregate in such a wonderful outdoor “room.” And if you live at Hudson Harbor – this is truly your back yard.
© 2011 – Ruthmarie G. Hicks – http://thewestchesterview.com – All rights reserved.
The other day I found myself near Tarrytown in early the evening and I decided to see what the was happening on the River Walk. When public monies go into planning a project -it is always hoped that the public will enjoy the space. Reclaiming the shore along the Hudson for a long River Walk was a brilliant idea and I was pleased to see that the public was taking full advantage of the weather and the area. There were many people walking, sitting, chatting and quite a few were taking advantage of the fishing. To think that when I was a child we thought the Hudson was polluted beyond repair. I found myself enjoying the scene so much that I actually spent over an hour taking pictures talking to passers by and reading.
The picture below was taken in Tarrytown right by Hudson Harbor - a condo complex that is building phase 2 of a large project. Imagine having this view as you step out your door. For more on Hudson Harbor – Tarrytown NY – Click here.
The photo was taken in very low light – so its not perfect – but I’m working on that.
© 2011 – Ruthmarie G. Hicks – http://thewestchesterview.com – All rights reserved.
The jet stream has created some particularly volatile weather in our region over the past several years. Watching storm clouds gather has almost become a hobby. This was taken about a week ago in the Gedney Farms neighborhood of White Plains NY. It was in the wake of all of the dangerous tornadoes that hit the south. There were some isolated tornado warnings in New Jersey – which is rare at any time – although we do get some in the summer around June. The sky was ominous enough for me to question whether or not I should be out. The eerie contrast between the bright spring colors and the dark gray sky prompted me to stop for a photo op! The clouds hung so low that I could almost imagine a funnel cloud forming. But I had things to do for my clients. Perhaps I should have listened to my gut. The the storm did break I could not see three feet in front of me and had to pull off the road.
© 2011 – Ruthmarie G. Hicks – http://thewestchesterview.com – All rights reserved.
I don’t quite know what it is about walking along a woodland pathway in early spring…but it always feels a bit like I am walking through a woodland Cathedral. With the tree trunks acting as flying buttresses holding up a Cathedral that soars towards the heavens. I think it might have something to do with my early fascination with J.R.R. Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings….but I also keep expecting to see some version of Treebeard uprooting himself and walking out to greet me. This year spring has struggled to get started. A lot of rain and cold and gray skies has kept the leaves in hiding.
© 2011 – Ruthmarie G. Hicks – http://thewestchesterview.com – All rights reserved.
After so much snow during the winter months and wet weather in general, it was great to get a nice day to simply go out and enjoy seeing the sun….I managed to escape to the Rockefeller Preserve around 4 PM for a late afternoon walk. Although the spring has been late – I was determined to get some pictures that show spring is here….The peonies from the Peonies monument in honor of the victims of 9/11/2oo1 are starting to bud. Soon they will be in full bloom, but in the meantime you can see the buds on the left. The Cherry blossoms were in full bloom – so I was able to get a colorful shot.
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With all the shoveling and salting - this crazy winter has managed to load me with so much extra work that I didn’t get the chance to show just how much my huskies are enjoying the weather. To be honest, I’ve been too busy grumbling about how much shoveling I have to do and whining about my aching shoulders. But my dogs have an entirely different take on this weather than the rest of us. Although this season has been rough on people, its kind of amazing to see these guys in what is as close to their natural habitat as we are going to get unless I move next door to some Emperor Penguins. They truly love and really built for the snow!
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A Sleepy Hollow NY resident surveys the land from his perch in the trees…
Late this afternoon I was able to get Jade and Tundra to the dog park in Kingsland Point Park of Sleepy Hollow. Even though no one was there – there was only one other car in the lot – I had the sense that I was not alone. I starting looking around and then I looked up. Something was there…but It wasn’t a person – it was a very handsome eagle silently perched – watching from his aerial vantage point. I could feel his eyes. He was watching, waiting, biding his time. He seemed aware of me, but not the least alarmed. I was hoping he would stay still for a photo-op. He waited politely while I got out the camera and attached the telephoto lens in the freezing cold. I was able to get a few pictures, but at that distance only one turned out. Oh yeah – that guy was watching me – his piercing look captured in a lucky shot. Photo-op finished – he soared away into the late afternoon sky.
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Larchmont tends to be pretty understated and as I drove through the residential Larchmont P.O. area late last Saturday night, there wasn’t much in the way of Christmas light displays to see in the residential areas. I didn’t venture too far into the village because I was headed the other way – but I will take a look in that direction before the season ends. I hit paydirt on North Chatswoth Ave. So much so that it made up for the lack of lights elsewhere. This area has several high-end cooperative and condo complexes – located in an ideal sweet spot that is within an easy stroll from the train and the town. My listing on 21 N. Chatsworth Ave. is next door to the complex where I photographed this display. The entire street is lit up with each complex having its share of lights. For various reasons, the other complexes had lovely displays that look great in person, but don’t lend themselves to photography….So enjoy what I have here and consider going in person to see the rest. The display extends nearly one block, but I didn’t have a wide angle with me…As usual there is a link to a map below.
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For those still looking for Westchester Christmas light displays – stay tuned. There is more to come in the next few days. This latest set are from Gedney Farms White Plains. These displays come under the heading of “less is more” variety of light displays. They are lovely, but perhaps a bit more geared to grown ups. Still – they are great for the entire family. The last photo is more spectacular to look at than the photo indicates. Its amazing what spot lights and with very little in the way of glitter can do to light up a home. Subtle – but spectacular. My next photos will be more high voltage! This was definitely a low key display…..
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Welcome to another Christmas lights display post for the holiday season. These two photos were taken on Gedney Park Drive in White Plains NY . There are several homes on either end of that street that are known for their large displays. I took two photos near Ridgeway – but that shouldn’t stop you from looking at the other major displays near Heatherbloom Road.
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