Summer Solstice

June 21 is a very important day for our planet and it's relationship with the sun. June 21 is one of two solstices, days when the rays of the sun directly strike one of the two tropical latitude lines. June 21 marks the beginning of summer in the northern hemisphere and simultaneously heralds the beginning of winter in the southern hemisphere. In 2007, the solstice occurs, and summer begins at 2:06 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time.

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John Levanen says:

Another nice one, Sue !
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(JDP) Just Don Photography says:

Very pretty Sue.........love the light.........Hug!
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_Bonnie_ says:

What a beautiful shot to mark a special occasion, thank you for explaining exactly what solstice means, it's a very great occasion for me and I will flickrmail you later to explain, and why therefore this picture is very important to me.

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dyoz says:

Nice vivid colors!
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I love everything about this shot!

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Amir.S. says:

So beautiful Sue. Terrific shot.
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Doc Tony Photography says:

what fantastic rays of light sue and thanks for the knowledge! something new i learned today.
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jacq77 says:

WOW Sue that's quite an extraordinary capture...fantastic work!!! The part I love the most are those magic rays, and nothing has been blown out!!! Awesome shot! Hope you have a great day! Fascinating information about the Soltice and quite a lovely tribute.

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iz*source says:

brilliant sunshine shower!!
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Gary* says:

Sue, this is like a dream, very beautiful, the light is the best!
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Pauline says:

What a beauty to start with the summer. Wish you a long sunny summer!
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*hb19 says:

Wow, Sue this is marvelous, love the effect of the rays of sun coming into the frame....beautiful colors, my favorite & yout up shaot to the sky.....

Good Morning friend.....I hope your day will be fruitful & happy...

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fouram java says:

Happy Summer Solistice to you, dear Sue! This is like a beautiful painting. Wonderful treatment with that lily!!

Have a nice day, girlfriend! Hope it's beautiful!!!

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pasma says:

Congratulations, E x c e l l e n t!
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Art Hill says:

Impressive photo. And very educational. Glad you posted this.
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Kentuckiana (In & Out of Flickr) says:

Happy morning, Sue. What a beautiful flower from a unique angle. I concur all the previous comments about the lighting. Perfect in all aspects. Have a great day my friend!

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This is an incredible image - amazing color and composition.
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brian doucette says:

Excellent capture of light. Great image. I was hoping to capture the first light of summer solstice but we have rain. Perhaps next year. I share with you the significance of this day.
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☀ Sol says:

Wonderful:))))
Have a great day
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Photos Junky says:

Good morning, Sue. What a wonderful photo.

Happy Summer's Day!! Here, I don't think we will see the sun... rain :(

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ruthalice43 says:

Wow so beautiful !!!
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prairiedog says:

Happy 1st Day of Summer!
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proudof7 says:

Warm and wonderful!!
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j_jyarbrough says:

This is gorgeous! The colors, wow!!!
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..jolli...... says:

Oh, yes, fantastic...a real beauty Sue..

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*Ann Gordon says:

Happy summer! Love your style. Great colors too.
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Very beautiful ! ! !

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cowgirlrightup says:

Awesome shot, Sue
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farlane says:

Hey Sue, this great photo is part of Five Things you need to know about Michigan for Thursday, June 21, 2007 ... 'cause folks need to know it...

Thanks for adding to the Absolute Michigan pool!
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jafvis(ystspzz) says:

Beautiful combination of strong color and dynamic pov.
Thanks for the info!

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Super shot! Great colours!
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luisa_m_c_m_cruz says:

Linda.
Enjoy the bigest day.
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paulhitz says:

very cool, Happy Summer!
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Great composition.

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curlyson says:

I like the rays of sunshine showering down on the flower !!
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lynnieb [deleted] says:

Yeah, it is 2:07pm here in Illinois! Hurray for summer and a hurray for your pretty photo!
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A. Runyon says:

fantastic photo!

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Welcome to Summer!!!
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ThePres [deleted] says:

So lovely and appropraite that the sun was hidden by clouds for us today!!
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*Wajanek says:

Very beautiful!
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Love the colors together!
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Nice angle, great color!!!

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This is spectacular in composition, color and beauty..
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Beautiful light...

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AraiGodai says:

g morning sue so pretty!
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deb2524 says:

love the colors and the light!

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Beautiful. I love your use with light and color!

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Magic. Lovely capture.

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What bums me out is that now the days get shorter.

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stunning shot!
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flo74. says:

great shot !
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Sabinche says:

so nicely done, sue.
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Awesome shot, Sue..
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J-Bot says:

WoW!
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Nahh says:

these flowers are blooming all over my area now, very cool colors!
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MissyV110 says:

My sweet & clever friend - this is as beautiful as you are!

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Keith Kerr says:

Nice vivid colours

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supercool!
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hibru says:

nice summer click. wonderful.
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abmich says:

We liked this one so much you have been featured once again at Absolute Michigan - June Michigan Event Calendar... Thanks for adding to the Absolute Michigan pool!
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