31 January 2011

Ski run


One of the many slopes around Davos. I only tried the sledding side though... and I can promise you it was EXTREME. Photo taken in January 2011.

30 January 2011

Red clay and bridge


Nothing like some good Oklahoma red clay. If you look in the background, you'll see a small footbridge. Photo taken in July 2010.

To see more bridges from around the world, visit the Sunday Bridges series.

29 January 2011

Kona cemetery



A cemetery is a perfect subject for black and white. This one can be found in the city of Kona on the Big Island in Hawaii. Photo taken in January 2010.

To see more monochrome shots, visit the Weekend in Black and White.

28 January 2011

Sunset in paradise


A beautiful sunset over one of the many paradises you'll find on the shores of Brazil. Photo taken in January 2007.

To see more beautiful skies from around the world, visit Skywatch.

27 January 2011

Graffiti wall


It's very colorful at least! Photo taken in the Hackeschermarkt area of Berlin, June 2010.

26 January 2011

Cave doorway


Some Chinese still live in these traditional cave dwellings. We visited this one in Xian during our visit in November 2008. It's quite primitive, but it was interesting to meet the people who live there.

25 January 2011

Forbidden lion


Seen inside the gardens of the Forbidden City in Beijing. Photo taken in November 2008.

24 January 2011

Schauspielhaus detail


Details of the concert hall which overlooks the Gendarmenmarkt in Berlin. If you're ever there, don't forget to stop at the Rausch shop for a hot chocolate. You won't regret it! Photo taken in December 2010.

23 January 2011

Railway bridge


This bridge takes you over the Schwielowsee in Caputh, Germany. It's a small village just outside of Berlin. Their main claim to fame is Einstein's summer home, which I have shown you before. Photo taken in June 2010.

To see more bridges from around the world, please visit the Sunday Bridges series.

22 January 2011

Gare de Lyon


The train station I frequented the most when I lived in Paris. It looks good in any light, but I think especially so in black and white. Photo taken in March 2005.

To see more monochrome shots, visit the Weekend in Black and White.

21 January 2011

Snowy path


Blue skies on a snowy day, is there a better combo? Photo taken in December 2010.

Happy Friday! To see more skies from around the world, visit Skywatch.

20 January 2011

Rhaetische bahn



The red train that will get you around the Davos area. And a bonus sled! Photo taken in December 2010.

19 January 2011

Memorial


A memorial to French citizens who were deported during WWII. It's simple, yet touching. Photo taken in March 2005.

18 January 2011

Toronto bench


A bench on the waterfront of Toronto. Photo taken in September 2010.

17 January 2011

Zurich night view



A night view in one of Switzerland's biggest cities. Photo taken in January 2011.

16 January 2011

Flutterby



A beauty seen in the butterfly conservatory in Key West. It's a fun place to visit if you're ever there. Photo taken in May 2010.

15 January 2011

Look down


Details from the streets of San Francisco. Photo taken in February 2010.

To see more black and white shots, please visit the Weekend in Black and White.

14 January 2011

Mountains and sky



Beautiful blue skies above the Swiss Alps. Photo taken in Davos, December 2010. To see more blue skies from around the world, please visit Skywatch.

Giant bamboo


Giant bamboos at the botanical park in Rio de Janerio. A wonderful place to visit. Photo taken in December 2006.

12 January 2011

Welcome!


These doors will take you into the Clos du Val, one of the many wineries that line the roads of Napa Valley. We stopped in for a taste of their fine reds. Such fun, but be careful - you can get tipsy quick! Photo taken in February 2010.

11 January 2011

Saint Martin


A view over the crystal blue waters of Saint Martin. This is the French side. Photo taken in June 2001.

10 January 2011

Warm inside


One of the more permanent huts at the Christmas market in Berlin. The people inside looked like they were nice and cozy. Photo taken in December 2010.

09 January 2011

Footbridge in Davos


This bridge takes you over a small creek. From this point you can access a walking trail and the cross-country skiing trails, they have both classic and freestyle trails for skiing. What a beautiful backdrop for a nice stroll or ski.

To see more bridges from around the world, please visit the Sunday Bridges series.

08 January 2011

Kunsthaus Zurich



We stayed only one night in Zurich before flying home, but it was enough time to see the Picasso exhibit that was going on there. Very interesting and despite how it might seem in this photo, it was packed! Photo taken in January 2011. To see more monochrome shots, please visit the Weekend in B&W.

07 January 2011

Bird villas


I would have loved to bring one of these home with me from Berlin, but sadly there wasn't enough space in my baggage. A very cute idea though! Photo taken at the Charlottenburg Christmas market, December 2010.

06 January 2011

Two-horse open sleigh



There are many companies offering sleigh rides in and around Davos. It looks fun, but a bit cold! Photo taken in December 2010.

05 January 2011

Old and new


An inside look at the mix of contemporary and classic architectural styles inside the Deutsches Historiches Museum. Photo taken in December 2010.

04 January 2011

Davos



I visited Davos for the first time this New Year's. It's a wonderful place, especially if you like winter sports. Photo taken in December 2010.

03 January 2011

Frozen benches


Snow covered benches in Berlin. Just looking at them makes me cold. Photo taken in December 2010.

02 January 2011

Millennium bridge


A view on the famous footbridge in London. Hope there are sunny skies wherever you spent the New Year! Photo taken in September 2004. To see more bridges from around the world, visit the Sunday Bridges series.

01 January 2011

Happy New Year!



A look at the Schloss Charlottenburg during the recent Weihnachtsmarkt. Photo taken in December 2010.

I wish all of my readers the very best for 2011!
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