Sunset at Murray Pond

There's something about a golden sunset that adds a sense of tranquil closure to any day, no matter how stressful it might have been. At first we squint at the bright sky as the sun approaches the horizon and the reflection in the water overpowers our vision. But once the sun disappears, we begin to feel the magic and appreciate the real beauty of dusk. The western sky takes on a warm glow as the eastern sky turns deep blue. Details in the trees that we missed during the day are highlighted against the dark background and the surface of the water begins to glow as it picks up the warm light from the sky. In a little while, the moon will rise and we will see Murray Pond in a whole new light.