A body of water plus fall color in New England certainly equals a happy place for me.
This photo was taken on Wednesday at Beaver Dam Campground, in Berwick, Maine, about seven miles from home.
I wasn’t ready to dive in and head for that dock, but it certainly was beautiful and peaceful to look at again.
When I’m looking at a serene spot like this I smile and remember Curly (Jack Palance) and Mitch (Billy Crystal) in City Slickers contemplating the meaning of life. Curly holds up one finger and says “it’s one thing, but you have to figure out that one thing for yourself.” 🙂
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Beautiful picture! Love the reflection of the water! This definitely makes me happy just looking at it.
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What a lovely spot – idyllic!
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Lovely picture! It feels like you’re the only one in the world enjoying that scene! And yes, that dock is inviting!
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I’m just sighing dreamily! 🙂
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Gorgeous! But isn’t it interesting that colors are more vivid in reflection than the real thing!! Beautiful picture.
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I find the whole idea of reflection fascinating. I don’t know the answer unless it has to do with the sunlight on the water maybe?
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This is such a beautiful scene Judy. I love reflections.
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Lovely photo! 🙂 Love autumn hues!
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Whoa, that’s exactly what I was thinking…..but then I thought any idea I had must be wrong!!! Whatever the answer, it’s still an amazing picture. Thanks for sharing it.
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What a tranquil scene, I’d get lost in daydreams there for hours!
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Very beautiful! Always love the reflection shots. Lots of red by you. We’re just starting, but orangey 😉
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Judy, I remember that part of the movie and I wish they’d told us what the meaning of life was. 🙂 Unreal photo – thank you for sharing it!
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Beautiful spot for contemplating philosophy from City Slickers.
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Love when the leaves change. Great picture!
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No better combination than still water and bright autumn leaves! I love this time of year!
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Absolutely breathtaking!
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indeed a happy place! I love the reflection in the water! Wishing you a happy weekend, Johanna
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Gorgeous and serene! The leaves have barely begun to change down here in DC, but there are a few daubs of gold if you try to find them. Hugs!
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I traveled about an hour and a half northeast of home today, and the color is just outstanding. Here’s hoping it heads your way and you have a pretty season as well. 🙂
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That is a very happy place! Wish I could be sitting there with you sipping a glass of wine! I do love fall. Palm trees do not change colors!
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We could sit in those two chairs, sip our wine, and talk cameras. 🙂 But remember, palm trees don’t collect snow either.
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Don’t we just love autumn and those reflections? I am glorying in Octoberness, even if it isn’t the best autumn ever, it’s still autumn. May it last a long time!!
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Drove up to a quilt shop in Meredith today – it was beautiful. Color must be at peak in that area. 🙂
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Beautiful scenery…it would be lovely to see New England in the fall…on my bucket list. Thanks for the lovely photo..
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It really is quite stunning. The trick each year for the leaf peepers is to time it just right and for that you need a direct line to Mother Nature. 🙂
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Judy, such beautiful autumn colors you caught. The lake’s beautiful, too. I heartily approve. 🙂
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Beautiful!!! Made me think of Massachusetts, my hometown for 18 yrs. Fabulous “Happy Place” picture 🙂
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Beautiful reflections.
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Can’t go wrong with water and fall colors…Nice shot Judy.
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A still lake or pond with clear water is certainly a happy place, especially if the water if full of reflections of trees and sky.
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A truly beautiful choice Judy. I DO miss the fall colors here in the south 😦
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Lovely photo…it reminds me of our time at the cottage on Long Lake in Maine.
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I don’t suppose you’re seeing any fall color down there, but then again you won’t be shoveling the white stuff either. You win. 🙂
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What a fabulous happy place!
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