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22-JAN-2010 Cindi Smith

BEAUTIFUL ENDING TO A HECTIC WEEK

Fort Worth, TX

After a rough week at work, I decided to get out this evening and get a sunset shot as I knew it was going to be a great one. I gassed up and started heading towards the lake. Then, I had a blow out. Wasn't going fast and was on a country road. Anyway, I pulled over and realized the tire lug wrench wouldn't fit the locks I have on my tires so I couldn't get the spare off. I said a little prayer and when I looked up a vehicle had pulled behind my car.

Then, 3 ladies and two men jumped out and said we are here to help you. I just looked up and said thank you. One of the ladies said that they were just talking about when she was in an accident and several young men had helped her out and then they saw me at the bottom of the hill. She said she had to stop. Then she said, coincidence, huh? And, I said, No, no coincidence. Just another prayer answered. Funny how He works that way.

So, they got me all fixed up just before it got too dark. I hugged them all and I headed towards the gas station to air up the spare a bit. Then, I looked up as I was airing up the tire and saw this. A gift from heaven and a gentle reminder He's always with me.

Thank you, Lord and thank you for the week even if it was rough, thank you for the day and the disappointments I had to face as that means I'm still alive and can feel. And the gentle nudge to remind me to leave it all in Your hands. And, thank you for this beautiful sunset as it means I can still see and I'm doing okay. Yep, He gets me through everything, everyday. I don't think I could do it alone.

Canon EOS Digital Rebel XSi
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Lawrence Solum30-May-2010 23:31
Excellent work. A stunning image that is original, simple, and elegant. V.
Fay Stout14-Apr-2010 11:39
Incredible image! V.
Guest 19-Mar-2010 08:52
wow, outstanding photo, perfect timing! the colors and composition are awesome! BV
Mary Terry27-Jan-2010 20:31
What a wonderful story...it's nice to hear that there are still good people around who are willing to help.
Stunning shot! V
Jay Levin27-Jan-2010 17:31
Amazing sky and well composed, Cindi. Outstanding image.
Frank Brault26-Jan-2010 23:17
Fantastic colors! V
Guest 23-Jan-2010 22:45
That's a double blessing for YOU Cindi!
lisamidi23-Jan-2010 12:53
Awesome sunset colours and you captured them in such a great compo with those silhouettes! bv
Happy to hear you are okay and after all had some good feelings to this week!!
Guest 23-Jan-2010 12:38
Stunning sky and very well captured! Good Texan's always seem to be around to help out... luv it here! Jv V!
marie-jose wolff23-Jan-2010 12:33
superb image, amazing sunset! V
Bill Ewart Jr23-Jan-2010 12:26
The very first time I had a blow out, just driving at 16, pulled off to the side of the road, had no clue how to fix a flat tire and a car stopped behind me and the two people that got out changed my tire for me. I still think back to how amazing that was and paid that forward to another woman who had a flat but was unable to change her tire a few years later!!!! Kharma goes around!
Bill Ewart Jr23-Jan-2010 12:23
OMG This is superb!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Tom Briggs23-Jan-2010 12:22
... that's a wonderful, warm story ... and, like you, I know He's been watching out for you for a long time. I think maybe He knows He's got a good one ...
Stephen Ware23-Jan-2010 11:24
Gorgeous sunset, Cindi. Nice way to end the day, with the help.
Mairéad23-Jan-2010 11:01
An awesome sunset and beautiful silouettes. V
sschex23-Jan-2010 09:36
Super shot Cindi.
JW23-Jan-2010 08:29
You are truly the Queen of the sunsets! Fantastic work
Pat Shawyer23-Jan-2010 08:07
Oh just wonderful D. Cindi, just wonderful
Stephanie23-Jan-2010 06:46
This is the most BEAUTIFUL photo Cindi! You really nailed this one my friend! VVV+++
So glad that you're safe after the blow out! :^)
Robin Reid23-Jan-2010 06:45
One of the best I've ever seen ..... and it does fit your experience well.
laine23-Jan-2010 05:39
That's a sky and a half, Cindi...love the silhouettes accompanying, they work together so well...V
Carrie23-Jan-2010 05:37
What a beautiful capture. Isn't it always funny as to how he places us in the right spot at precisely the right moment? Had your tire not blown, you wouldn't have got this beautiful image. :)
waterfalls man23-Jan-2010 05:01
Beautiful Shot V !!
Herb 23-Jan-2010 04:25
Awesome
Paula Krugerud23-Jan-2010 04:24
Amazing beautiful sunset and story. I hear your emotions...all of them, so glad you God was watching over you once again.
Ed Preston23-Jan-2010 04:10
..and after all that, this! You are heading up the right road! You aced this one kiddo! Glad you are safe.
Ann...23-Jan-2010 04:08
I'm glad you're safe. Awesome sky. It's all a bit humbling isn't it?
Coleen Perilloux Landry23-Jan-2010 03:05
Wow, those were truly guardian angels and this sunset is the icing on the cake.
Sue Roberts23-Jan-2010 03:03
gorgeous, cindi.........glad youre ok!
Scott Browne23-Jan-2010 02:57
Gorgeous colors and silhouette. Wonderful framing.
Guest 23-Jan-2010 02:36
This one is truly fantastic !!! Amen.
Jola Dziubinska23-Jan-2010 02:20
Amazing sunset and amazing story, thanks for the reminder, Cindi. Hugs.
Glenn D.23-Jan-2010 02:20
A truly blessed end to the day; on all levels - including this amazing shot. BZ-V!
Tom Briggs23-Jan-2010 02:07
THAT is STUNNING ... Texas has everything, I guess ... beautifully done, Cindi ... v
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