Lynd Photography

As I was leaving my house this morning, I was immediately captivated by an extraordinary sight in the sky, the sun, glowing with an otherworldly red hue. Its surreal color and intensity were so striking that it completely pulled my attention away from the routine of my morning drive. The sight sparked a flood of questions in my mind: What could be causing this unusual coloration? Was it atmospheric conditions, wildfire smoke, or something else entirely? For a moment, I even found myself questioning whether I was looking at the sun or the moon.

I became completely absorbed in the experience, lost in a state of curiosity and wonder. The mesmerizing light felt almost dreamlike, so much so that I felt compelled to stop and photograph it. It wasn’t just a simple pull-over to take a picture; it became a kind of spontaneous adventure. I found myself scanning the landscape for the perfect vantage point, chasing angles and light, trying to preserve what felt like a fleeting and magical moment.

What would have been an ordinary commute was transformed into something unexpectedly meaningful. The drive passed more quickly than usual, and in its place was a quiet sense of awe and appreciation for the beauty of the natural world, and for those rare moments that shake us out of our routines and inspire us to pause, reflect, and create.