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18-SEP-2005

18th September 2005 - birthday boy in the sunset

DM looking out over the Atlantic Ocean as the sun sets on his 41st birthday. We’d been to the beach but found it to be virtually non-existent as the tide was the highest tide I’ve ever seen on a ‘normal’ day. We walked the length of the beach, sat at the far end to watch the surfers and found our enjoyment spoiled by a stupid twat of a mid-life crisis guy who obviously needed his ‘manhood’ extended by the jet ski he was riding. He showed no consideration for the surfers, most of whom were worriedly looking in his direction, while moving away from his path as quickly as possible. Don’t you just hate those idiots whose own personal happiness is more important than either simple good manners or the happiness of a couple of dozen surfers?

Anyway, we realised that the sunset would be a good one and jumped into the car to o and see it set at Bedruthan Steps. This shot was, of course, taken there.

The sea was really calm and the most fantastic colour – almost electric. What a lovely evening and what a way to celebrate a birthday – no frills, no fuss, just us and nature. Cool.

About twenty minutes later, we were in the car again and driving towards home. We saw the full-moon rise and its size and clarity were so amazing, I don’t think I’ve ever seen such a good one.

It’s been a packed day and we’ve done as much work as we’ve played but I’d say it’s been a good one.

Last year, we were in Jope's Engine House while DM was using his birthday pressie from his folks and and two years ago, we were also celebrating of course....this time with home-made curry!

Canon EOS 10D
1/90s f/8.0 at 32.0mm iso400 full exif

other sizes: small medium original auto
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Michael Todd Thorpe20-Sep-2005 16:58
Excellent, Linda, excellent! The shadows are perfect, nicely black, great sillouette. Beautiful comp... Happy B-day, DM!
Guest 20-Sep-2005 06:42
Excellent sunset, how wonderful to live near that?!!
Claz 19-Sep-2005 22:08
Happy (belated) Birthday, Ming x
Guest 19-Sep-2005 18:41
That's a gorgeous picture Linda - must make you SO certain of the choices you've made!
Dawn19-Sep-2005 05:42
Sounds like a good day. Great pic! ;)
Dennis Steinauer19-Sep-2005 03:13
Beautiful shot, Linda. Glad to see the jet ski moron wasn't in the picture. Happy birthday, DM.
joanteno18-Sep-2005 23:35
Wonderful shot - The best gift that you can give yourself is to stop and watch the sunset (or rise). Happy B-day!
Eric Hewis18-Sep-2005 22:53
Don't be bashful. say what you think!
Lee Rudd18-Sep-2005 21:35
another beautiful sunset! Lovely sea
cliffwright18-Sep-2005 21:24
Great silhouette....Happy B-day DM! :)
northstar3718-Sep-2005 21:19
another day in Paradise