Lens Artists Photo Challenge #319 – Setting a Mood

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Ann-Christine asks us for images that set a mood. I haven’t had much time to focus on the challenge this week so my post will be brief.

Two weeks ago we had no power or water after Hurricane Helene brought rain and extremely strong winds overnight. I am grateful that we are safe and only had minor damage to our home.

The three cabbage palms in these images have withstood multiple hurricanes and tropical storms for over 40 years. Both of these images were taken two or three days after Helene passed us by. To me, both of these images portray a calm and serene mood.

Serenity after the storm

I am grateful we are safe and our house is fine. My prayers go out to all of those who were affected by Helene and by Milton. So many had it much worse that we did. I am grateful to all of the volunteers who are helping those in need and to all of the electric company linemen who are working tirelessly to restore power.

Many thanks to our host Ann-Christine for the challenge Lens-Artists #319 – Setting a Mood

Shared with Terri’s Sunday Stills challenge Leaves and Trees

35 thoughts on “Lens Artists Photo Challenge #319 – Setting a Mood”

  1. These two storms brought so much devastation that for those of us so far from the region, the damages and loss of lives are hard to comprehend. It seems to me that the southern states use to have maybe a couple of hurricanes a season. Now, you’re facing hurricanes plural along with tornados. How in the world does anyone prepare for that? I’m happy to hear you guys are doing okay right now, and my prayers go out to all those still struggling. God bless those families that are dealing with the loss of loved ones. Your photos are beautiful as always. Take care.

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    1. Judy, during hurricane season we keep a close watch on developing storms and check the National Hurricane Center often when one is developing that may affect us. We have plenty of water and hurricane food in the pantry. We bring in all the outdoor furniture and make sure our devices are charged and our flashlights all work. We have two portable generators to keep our fridge and freezer going. If we are told to evacuate we usually do. We’ve stayed through several storms over the last few years and Helene was the scariest. There were several tornado warnings. We were lucky.

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  2. I am glad you came out alright from Helene! It must be scary even if you get used to preparing and waiting it out. When I think of the storms and hurricanes over there now, I feel a long sigh just looking at your serene palm trees. Beautiful and calming – wishing you some peacefulness now! Thank you for joining in despite everything.

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  3. I can’t imagine living in hurricane country, Beth. I’m so glad you are OK and no harm was done. I continue to pray for those affected, as well as those going through the other storms. Our wildfire season is over, so that is a relief. Gorgeous palm tree image and you captured the serenity of the scene so well.

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  6. We are glad to hear that you are all right.

    We are happy to live in a region with a balanced maritime climate. However, the downside is that we don’t experience real winters with snow, frost, and ice. We miss that feeling but enjoy visiting arctic Scandinavia in the winter.

    All the best
    The Fab Four of Cley
    🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂

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      1. We are different, we don’t like warm weather and sunshine all the time. We once lived in Greece and California, we couldn’t stand the climate there. But people are different and that’s good so.

        All the best
        The Fab Four of Cley
        🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂

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  8. Your post is wonderful Beth, thanks so much for taking time out to join us. So good to hear that you are OK despite nature’s best efforts to wreak havoc. Hopefully that’s the end of it for the year!

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  11. I’m glad all is well on your home front. You were in my thoughts as the storms rolled through that part of the country. Amazing how serene things can look after a nasty storm.

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  13. Beth, we were tucked away safely in Vermont, but emergency service notifications came in for hours on our phones advising of tornadoes in our area. We were not sure what we might be returning to until the next day when a friend checked in with us. We were informed that more than 100 were identified, and about a dozen landed. The ones that hit caused a lot of destruction and 6 deaths, but not in our immediate area. The house was without power for 2 days. Cleanup took less than an hour when we got home. We feel lucky and I’m sure you do too. This one was scary. The calm air and beautiful skies after a storm always surprise me. Your photos convey that beautifully.

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    1. Suzanne, I’ve been thinking of you. I knew you were us a safe place. I’m glad everything was ok when you got home. We had tornado sirens going off for several hours during Helene. Our neighborhood had some damage, mostly docks and one boat sank. We were ready for Milton but it passed us by with only a little wind.

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  14. I am glad you are safe. I am praying for all who have been affected by these storms.
    Your palm trees do give a sense of calm. The peacefulness is much needed for you and the south.
    🙏🙏🙏

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