Strange storm-crossed sky

Mobile phones across Poland received the alerts from the RCB (government security centre) warning citizens of the possibility of violent storms, strong wind and hail. I checked the online weather radar map, which showed intense downpours to the south-east, heading this way. Shortly before five, it began raining, accompanied by rumbles of thunder.

Below: the storm was brief and the clouds deposited little rain. The light is wonderful. Time for a second walk to catch the klimat.

Below: this scene put in mind of the African savanna, hundred of thousands of years ago.

Below: the trailing edge of the passing storm clouds heads east. Apples are approaching optimal ripeness.

Below: the sun approaches the horizon. Or rather, the horizon approaches the sun.

Left: a massive enlargement of a tiny object in the western sky... this is neither an aeroplane nor a helicopter, but an autogyro, where an unpowered rotor provides lift, the thrust from a pusher propeller powered by a piston engine.

Below: the sun has set, and the Radom-bound Koleje Mazowieckie train is approaching Chynów station.

A time to reflect upon the power of gratitude.

This time five years ago:
God and gratitude
[what a meaningful synchronicity...]

This time six years ago:
Defending one's country is a costly business

This time 13 years ago:
Back to work

This time 14 years ago:
Clinging onto summer – cycling to Powsin

This time 15 years ago:
Composition in blue and yellow

This time 16 years ago:
Z-9

This time 17 years ago:
My favourite aircraft

This time 18 years ago:
Утомлённые солнцем