The latest trip to North Topsail Beach, North Carolina, included a stop at Thomas Jefferson's place in Virginia, and it was well worth it. A thinker, innovator, diplomat--visionary. His home--Monticello--and its dumb waiter for the wine bottles and ecclectic artwork and skylights and....is gorgeous. It struck me as fitting that the man who largely shaped our nation in its early years had a clear vision of the beauty of life.
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I've always wanted to visit there!! What a great post, Sandy! Love that vivid blue sky! Hope you have a great weekend!
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I really like the perspective of this photo. The blue sky above the white facade is striking. I'm glad you enjoyed your visit to Monticello
ReplyDeleteBrilliant sky, magnificent architecture and thou. What could be more perfect? Nothing, that's what.
ReplyDeleteI can't remember if I've ever been to Monticello or not. Surely I have... it's not that far. I guess if I can't remember, I should go back, huh?
I love how the branch seems to be tickling the house under the chin. Great shot!
I love hearing of the place. and the detail of this roof line.
ReplyDeleteI have always wanted to go here to. I have seen so many photos of it. I have never seen the beautiful work on the soffit.
ReplyDeleteBut Monticello is in Virginia! I know, I went to the University in Charlottesvile and graduated many years ago. it is a wonderful place to visit.
ReplyDeleteAnother destination on my bucket list.
ReplyDeleteThe detailing on the underside of the roof is amazing.
Astonishingly blue skies, Sandy, I think if TJ was around today things might be a tad less derisive in DC
ReplyDeleteBeautiful and clear sky!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy the weekend dear friend.
What a perfect combination of great structure and beautiful skies.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful shot.
ReplyDeleteIt does seem fitting. Wonder what he would think-if he knew folks visited there in wonder all these years later?
ReplyDeleteIndeed! And a bracing photo.
ReplyDeleteAloha, Sandy
Comfort Spiral
This is my favorite place and I have been there a couple of times. My favorite gadget in the house is his "copier machine" with the dual quills. The grounds are gorgeous and the home is magnificent. I would just about sell my soul to be able to go upstairs, though.
ReplyDeleteDid you go into downtown Charlottesville? It is also worth the stop.
I want to go again soon!
Sandy brilliant blue sky with the the white facade of this building!
ReplyDeleteLove the image! Enjoy your weekend!
Great capture...marvelous color and the contrast of the white building against that bright, deep blue sky is magnificent.
ReplyDeletea most beautiful capture sandy...and of course i have to tell you monticello is a most favorite destination of mine. i posted about jefferson's other home at poplar forest earlier this week on my other blog.
ReplyDeletehave a wonderful evening.
that's a place I've wanted to visit also...great photo
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Blue sky..and such awesome detail in the building structure.
ReplyDeleteSandy, I love the photo and I might like your words even more! Great post. Thanks for sharing with your Skywatch pals.
ReplyDeleteI really enjoy visiting bits of history. We'll add this to our most see list.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful blue sky
ReplyDeleteNot just the dazzling blue sky but just how pristine white can a building be.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful architectural embellishments. Lovely contrast against that brilliant blue sky.
ReplyDelete(Thanks to you and the Team for selecting my photo as a feature this week.)
Beautiful photo!
ReplyDeleteI saw the photographic series and are enchanted by the beautiful atmosphere!
ReplyDeleteThanks!
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Monticello is always worth a little side trip - what beautiful blue sky to the beautiful architecture!
ReplyDeleteJefferson should get more press.
ReplyDeletemust just be me, but i cannot open the pix. will come back later.
ReplyDeletehappy weekend.
Wow! I love the blue sky with the white! And, the bare tree...nice shot!
ReplyDeleteGreat angle on this pic, love that blue sky.
ReplyDeleteAll the best
GuyRegina In Pictures
Lovely and clear from a great angle :)
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Great view of the sky.
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Love the perspective.
ReplyDeleteNeat shot, it is a place that is near and I have never been too. I'll have to add it to my list.
ReplyDeleteNice clear skies and beautiful buildings.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful weekend.
Alexander
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What a lovely blue sky against the pretty white of the angled roof. A great angle!
ReplyDeleteEven the details under the eaves are gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteHappy SWF and happy weekend!
Monticello is on my bucket list! Great picture.
ReplyDeleteAlways wanted to go there, super photo!
ReplyDeleteI know lots of people have said it, but seriously-that sky is amazing!!
ReplyDeleteExcellent perspective, Sandy! Amazing the deep blue sky!
ReplyDeleteSandy: A wonderful place that we have visited, so much history evolved.
ReplyDeleteWhat a brilliant blue sky and I love how you captured the detail in the portion of Monticello included.
ReplyDeleteA wonderful perspective of clean white lines and blue sky!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful blues....
ReplyDeleteLovely coulor!
ReplyDeleteLooks like a lovely place to visit, looking forward to seeing more of the holiday snaps.
ReplyDeletenice shot :) thanks for dropping by my blog! hope you visit again soon.
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Love your deep blue skies and the nifty angle of this shot!
ReplyDeleteHugs and blessings,
Great shot of the beautiful blue sky and roof line!
ReplyDeleteLooks like you had a beautiful day to enjoy the outside areas as well as the in. I love dumbwaiters. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for being here.