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A well seen and executed image which captures the essence of this location - peaceful, quiet, bucolic.  At first I thought the branches were a distraction, but after looking a second time, I see them as pointing to the horizon containing puffy rolls of clouds and a pale blue sky.

My best,

michael

Michael, thanks for your visit and comments. I did a version without the branches but I wasn't happy with it. Here it is. Happy holidays.   AJ

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I think the branches are fine, actually help frame it a bit. My favorite part of this beautiful scene however is the great reflection  and color of the water. A very relaxing image AJ. All the best for the Holidays.

Holger

Holger, thanks for your comments and happy holidays to you too! !!!   AJ

Merry Xmas & HNY, AJ!

PDE

Thanks Pierre, happy holidays to you! .   AJ

This one is better with the branches I think.  Best wishes for a Happy Holiday for you and yours!

Thanks Jim, appreciate the feedback.   AJ