The weather has been really cold this week, but the sunsets and sunrises have been amazing and full of vibrant colors (maybe that’s the consolation prize for how miserable it is to be outside?).
I always see the best skies when I’m driving though, and by the time I get home to my camera, it’s either too late or the scenery just isn’t as nice from my yard.
But I wanted to try to capture this particular sunset, before it disappeared entirely, so I walked towards my parents’ house (there’s just one house between our two) to see if I’d get a better view from their backyard.
I ended up taking a few pictures of this truck AND the sunset.
The truck is parked way in the back of their yard. It was my oldest brother’s project-to-be, and when he died, it was given to my dad. Someday maybe he’ll get it running. Maybe not.
For now, it’s sort of a reminder of the past, literally, and always what the future could have been.
Through The Lens Thursday is a self-improvement photography project that Alison of Writing, Wishing and I are doing this year (again!).
Don’t forget to join our Flickr group or share your own posts if you’d like to follow along and work on your own photography! And use the hashtag #throughthelensthursday to connect with others working on it, too.
Next week’s prompt is DELICIOUS.
Awesome picture, Greta – and the story and meaning of the truck is very touching. xoxox
These are really beautiful captures, Greta. I love the last one, with the sunset reflected in the mirror. So Cool!
I'm really struck by the beauty in the photos. And even if your dad doesn't get the truck up and running, there is still the beauty in the antique lines of the truck (with or without the sunset).
I literally gasped when I saw the first picture! It should be in a frame. You are so right about the sunsets this week, they have been amazing. In fact my son said I should use this morning's sunrise for TTLT as it was so colourful! Then of course I remembered the sunsets and kicked myself for not rushing out with my camera.
A gorgeous set of photos especially the first one x
Wow! Seriously stunning photos, Greta. Way to go! And I love hearing the story of the truck. So much meaning.
I put the first two months of Through The Lens Thursday prompts into my calendar. I really want to take more photos this year. We'll see if I actually follow through.
Greta, WOW. That is amazing. Love the backstory too.
Such a beautiful capture!! So much represented in these shots. The promise of a new day in the sunset colliding with the old, rusty truck that brings bittersweet memories. Amazing – well done!
What a great shot! Love the mirror!
Wow. What amazing shots – and a wonderful story to go with it. These photos look like they ought to be entered in a contest. Or at the very least, you should put that first photo on a canvas print – and gift it to your dad, maybe? Or for you to keep.
The picture of the sunset reflected in the truck's window, could honestly be an award winning photo!! Great job!
Great pictures, Greta! The story behind the truck is so poignant and sad, although I'm glad you have such a solid reminder of your brother.