Picture of the day - November 6, 2006

Clouds & Sunshine Over Southwestern Virginia

I believe that God enjoys using light in various ways to paint beautiful and unique landscapes for us humans to enjoy on occasion. I've noticed how He will often fill the sky with boisterous clouds, but then allow just enough sunlight to stream through to highlight selected features and objects within our view. Today's picture features one of those very special scenes. The other day I was driving down US Highway 11 at Seven Mile Ford, Virginia when the dark skies suddenly parted just a bit allowing streaks of sunlight to illuminate the countryside in a way that I had never seen before. All at once, I found myself staring at a masterpiece the likes of which only God can create, and He had selected one of the smallest communities in the entire country in which to display it! In the blink of an eye, He had turned an ordinary pasture field, some trees and a hillside into a scene that will remain on display in the "museum" section of my mind for the rest of my life. The southwestern corner of our great state boasts some of the most beautiful scenery I have ever seen, and I've seen a lot of it in my travels. I just love how the Lord "mixes it up" from time to time in order to give us a fresh view of His wonderful creations.   Submit a photo                       Picture of the day archives