Sunset at Mt Eden. click photo to enlarge.
I always feel a strong sense of harmony when I’m atop a mountain. The winds, the view and the calm air all form into a feeling of enchantment. The pensive thoughts diminished and I’m able to find the inner-peace. Mountains have that magical spell on me. Here, I can set myself free in the oasis of serenity. The world of hustle and bustle is left behind, I can hear my innermost thoughts and hear the rhythm of my soul. No fancy frills and thrills, just magical moments with me and myself.
When I take in the serenity in the air
I hold on tight to my heart and soul
Embracing my live as it is
Rediscovering the charming moments in life
My world as I see it, can be as wonderful as I want it to be
Tags: Auckland, mountain, Mt Eden, photography, silhouette, sunset, thoughts, thoughts in picture
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September 22nd, 2008 at 12:48 am
beautiful. i always enjoy ur posts. keep it up
CC: Thanks for dropping by ai-ling!
September 22nd, 2008 at 12:56 am
I love mountain climbing. The best part is the view you get to see at the top.
CC: Yea, I love being on a mountain, seeing the the sky turning dark. So relaxing.
September 22nd, 2008 at 2:32 am
是同一批照片还是最近常去？
每天都带着期待上来看看
享受你的字语你的照片
感受你的感受
我们很远也很近
爱你
CC: 最近比較常去。喜歡那里的空气。
想念你。
September 22nd, 2008 at 2:58 am
wow.. sunset… hey, u should wake up early to catch the sun rise next time… hehe ;)… it’s good to get away from the city and make friends with nature sometimes right?
CC: I will try! It’s hard to wake up early in the weekend. Haha…
Yes, it’s very relaxing to be in nature.
September 22nd, 2008 at 3:12 am
Mt. Eden sounds familiar, where is it located? That is a beautiful picture that you took. =)
CC: It’s in Auckland, in well, Mt Eden (the suburb is named after the mountain too!), very near to the city central. You can read more about it here.
September 22nd, 2008 at 3:24 am
Hey CC, do you live in NZ currently. I was there ages ago, when I was 10. Like I say ages. Anyways there was this place call One Tree Hill?
We went up there at night. It was damn cold. You ever been there?
CC: Yes I live in NZ now. Yes, One Tree Hill is another volcanic peak in Auckland, it’s located in Cornwall Park. It’s very windy up there all year round, but somehow I find it thrilling to freeze my butt off up there. Haha.
Well, now it’s no tree hill now, haha. The hundred-year-old tree stood next to the obelisk is chopped down in 2000. You can read about its tragic demise here. Now just the lonely obelisk left.
September 22nd, 2008 at 3:54 am
Yet another brilliant photo… keep it up!
CC: Thank you!
September 22nd, 2008 at 4:02 am
“My world as I see it, can be as wonderful as I want it to be.”
How true. Half full, or half empty, it’s a state of mind.
Great picture btw.
CC: Yup, it’s all about perspective. Thanks!
September 22nd, 2008 at 4:06 am
I had that same feeling of kinship, or harmony with nature,when i went up to Cape Point, S.A some years ago. Was atop the cape & from a distance both I and a stranger, a traveller like myself shared a pair of binoculars and watch a playful whale breaching along the beautiful shoreline and at that moment we were both held mesmerised by the cape’s beauty and being there I knew all at once that we were all God’s creatures even as the caucasian lady whispered softly, “There’s a God”. After that we parted ways safe in the comfort that we had both shared a defining and unforgettable moment.
CC: That’s such a beautiful moment. It’s magical moment like this that makes us realise there’s no barrier and differences between people. Thanks for sharing.
September 22nd, 2008 at 4:30 am
cc,
This is a very nice shot indeed. You can become my “si fu” in photography if you don’t mind!:P
I love going on top of the mountain and enjoy the scenery there. It’s just awesome…
CC: I’m not qualified to be si fu, there’s plenty of better photographers out there! But we can share our opinions and knowledge!
September 22nd, 2008 at 5:19 am
They chopped it off? They CHOPPED IT OFF?!!!
Foooolsss!!
I am so upset by this. That’s like national heritage right? Bastards. God, I am so upset. =(
CC: Yea they attacked the poor tree a few times and it has to be chopped off at the end because it was collapsing. Such a shame! It’s about 130 year-old tree I think. I’m very upset too as I didn’t get a chance to see the tree before they chopped it off!
September 22nd, 2008 at 11:17 am
Yes, I was at 1-tree Hill…with the tree in 1981 and without the tree in 2005. People see mountains as obstacles, challenges…but I love mountains - cool, rejuvenating, serene! Don’t like beaches!!!!
CC: Yea the tree was chopped off in 2000. Why don’t you like beaches? It’s a very relaxing too!
September 22nd, 2008 at 12:18 pm
CC, have you been to mount Kinabalu? I’m sure you’ll like it
CC: No, i haven’t had a chance to go to east Malaysia before. Would love to go there in the near future!
September 22nd, 2008 at 1:17 pm
wow, i really like this picture of the sunset!
CC: I was mostly captivated by the silhouette of the tree when I captured it. Came out pretty good. One of my favourites.
September 22nd, 2008 at 2:01 pm
Wow! Such a beautiful picture! I loved mountains ever since I was small. The cool air, greeneries are very soothing to the soul. For city people like me, going to the mountains is one way to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.
CC: Yes, all is left behind when I’m on top of a mountain, feel so free and calm.
September 22nd, 2008 at 2:49 pm
ah.. i miss mountain, wif the fresh air and peaceful nature.. a great break from the city life!
CC: You should go on top of one from time to time, to break away from that hectic city life.
September 22nd, 2008 at 2:55 pm
yr photos are really inspiring
esp so for getting rid of monday blues.
CC: Thank you! Glad it helps you too!
September 22nd, 2008 at 3:35 pm
Wow! Nice picture. You went hiking? I’ve been lazy. Hehe.
CC: Not really hiking, we drove all the way up, my husband’s toe is fractured, so can’t hike for now.
September 22nd, 2008 at 3:44 pm
You’ve just successfully stole a snapshot of beautiful mother nature, again… Thanks for sharing!!!!
CC: I’m a thief! I steal nature’s images! I think mother nature won’t mind.
September 22nd, 2008 at 3:59 pm
Are you a professional photographer? That could make a nice postcard
CC: No, I’m far from it. Just an amateur snapping away! Thanks for your compliment!
September 22nd, 2008 at 5:51 pm
its nice shot, its perfect enuff, but say if u manage to catch it with some animals on em, then it can draw the attention away from the sun to the animal, which will give viewer different nature feel. but this good. love it.
CC: I did captured a few with cows but I prefer this one as I was very captivated by the silhouette of the tree. Now, it would have been perfect if those cows are under the tree huh! Well, isn’t that life? We have to see through the imperfection and learn to embrace the beauty. Thanks for your feedback, appreciate it!
September 22nd, 2008 at 6:21 pm
I love to be on top of the mountain, but I know I can’t climb.
Thanks for sharing your photos~ It is really a nice shot!
CC: Well, you can drive up there then! Haha. Thank you!
September 22nd, 2008 at 8:20 pm
The picture is awesome. Being on top a mountain does help put things into perspective. I still remember when I climbed Mt Kinabalu years ago and witnessed sunrise. It made the climb so worthwhile.
CC: I’d love to visit Mt Kinabalu one day, such a mystical place!
September 22nd, 2008 at 9:26 pm
that is an enchanting picture…takes my mind to another world…
if ever i become an author, you’ll be my official photographer
CC: Oh, I’m so flattered! Thanks for the vote of trust Jeremy. Now, you go write a book!
September 22nd, 2008 at 9:48 pm
I juz wondering how come you are always got a nice view,angle and place. What are you doing for living?
CC: Thanks! You can do it too, just explore around and snap away, you never know what’s going to come up! If you don’t mind, I’d like to keep my profession under wrap for now, gotta remain a little anonymity!
September 22nd, 2008 at 11:06 pm
Both mountains and beaches have this miraculous calming effect. They somehow bring peace into our minds.
CC: I find both places relaxing but in different way. Mountains has a more mystical feeling to it and beaches are relaxing in a care-free way, if you know what i mean.
September 23rd, 2008 at 12:06 am
What can i say about her photography skills? plus the way of describing it, is just great.
I think this blog picture is not bad too
http://evo.flygrafix.com/
CC: Thanks Eric! Appreciate your kind words. I’ll check that out!
September 23rd, 2008 at 1:25 am
Mountains, we have too, but it is not becoming so beautiful picture
CC: Thanks! I think mountains are all beautiful in their own ways.
September 23rd, 2008 at 2:57 am
amazing shot. i love the silhouette of the tree against the setting sun
CC: Thanks, I was totally captivated by the silhouette of the tree in that moment.
September 23rd, 2008 at 3:00 am
Great sunset shot! I love sunset scenes
CC: Thank you! I have taken a lot of sunset photos lately, perhaps time for a change.
September 23rd, 2008 at 3:00 am
I also like the feeling of being on the peak of the mountain to enjoy the view from the top.
CC: It’s great isn’t it, the feeling of freedom and serenity.
September 23rd, 2008 at 3:21 am
That is a beautiful photo. I love it whenever I’m facing sunset or sunrise b/c it reinforces my strength that there’s still hope in this mad world.
CC: Thank you. You’re right about that, sunsets and sunrises always signify hope.
September 23rd, 2008 at 5:51 am
I really like this photo of yours! Bravo.
CC: Thank you! I like it too.
September 23rd, 2008 at 6:23 am
another great photo from the maestro….keep it up.
CC: Thanks!
September 23rd, 2008 at 6:58 am
Wow! Nice sunset. Though IMHO the tree in the front is a little obstructive. Ha =)
CC: Well, can’t help that!
September 23rd, 2008 at 7:36 am
Another beautiful photo. The tree looks so mighty!
CC: It does, doesn’t it!
September 23rd, 2008 at 11:09 am
nice sunset
em…i like sunset cos of da orangish sky
CC: Me too, the blend of orange into navy blue is so mesmerising.
September 23rd, 2008 at 12:08 pm
This is a beautiful photo. I agree that being in nature only helps us to achieve inner peace. It is the best way to get close to being peaceful and is a shame that in our present society we spend so much time indoors. I try to take at least one long walk each day, but unfortunately I don’t have any beautiful mountains around me.
CC: Thanks. Nature has that magical spell on everyone. Mountain or not we can all see the beauty of mother nature if we pay attention, right?!
September 23rd, 2008 at 12:34 pm
i have never sit down or sit still by the beach or anyway, to watch or experience the mood of sunset (and sunrise).
but ur pic really capture the mood beautiful: from that warm orange glow of light pouring through the clouds and the darkness in the foreground. if only i can capture such serenity.
CC: Thank you! You should try doing that, it’s very therapeutic.
I’m sure you can capture such scene too.
September 23rd, 2008 at 6:15 pm
amazingggg!!!!!!!!!! love the view!!
CC: Thanks huei, it was a grand view.
September 23rd, 2008 at 10:45 pm
cc, I finally google to find where is Mt. Eden. You are living on a volcano? But there you can get the best views over Auckland! Envy you!
CC: No I’m not living on a volcano, it’s just a place I go quite often, situated in the city fringe.
September 24th, 2008 at 12:49 pm
inspirational photos, love em…
CC: Thank you!
September 24th, 2008 at 10:06 pm
Very nice shot. Love it!
CC: Thank you!
September 25th, 2008 at 3:29 am
I love sunset so much..
you done a great job!!
CC: So do I! Absolutely amazing! Thank you.
September 25th, 2008 at 5:06 pm
Absolutely georgeous. God’s creation at its best.
CC: It really is!