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This Is Why I Live On The Water In Stevensville Maryland - May 2012

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Real Estate Agent with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage

This Is Why I Live On The Water In Stevensville Maryland

The sunset on the Chesapeake Bay this past Thursday was nothing less than spectacular.  Driving east from Annapolis, crossing the Bay Bridge, the sun glowed yellow in the rear view mirror.  Traffic was moderate crossing the bridge, but, it was after rush hour.  At the foot of the Bay Bridge where it touches down on Kent Island, I exited Rt. 50 to stop and bask in the golden glow as the sun sank lower into the sky and then finally vanished in a green flash.  Myth or fact, it is commonly thought when watching the sun set that there is a momentary green flash just after it sinks below the horizon.

Chesapeake Bay Bridge Sunset

It's no wonder we're obsessed with all things gold.  It is really special to watch the day slip away, turning the water inky dark so that it shimmers gold in the reflection of the setting sun.  No wonder the ancients were obsessed with both the sun and the precious metal.  As a boy I once stood atop the Inca hitching post of the sun in Machu Picchu, a place of peace and power.  Inspired and awestruck, I've searched the world for over for the best beaches and places to watch the sunset.  I've found one of those peaceful places here on Kent Island located a quick 50 minutes from the center of power, Washington DC.

There are many more reasons why I live on the Chesapeake Bay other than just for the pleasure of watching some of the most incredible sunsets on the East Coast.  If you think you might want to call the Bay your home too, there are many excellent waterfront homes to choose from around the Chesapeake Bay.

This is why I live on the water. This is why I call the Chesapeake Bay home. And you can too.

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Stephen Howell, Sales Associate, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Annapolis, MarylandIf you are interested in buying a home in Annapolis, Maryland or the surrounding area and want to tour any property currently on the market, or if you have a home to sell in Annapolis, Maryland and want a professional consultation on current market conditions, please contact Stephen Howell at 443-994-8043 or e-mail him at showell@liveinannapolis.com or visit his website at LiveInAnnapolis.com.

Stephen Howell came to Annapolis to enjoy the Chesapeake bay in 1994. What he discovered was a whole new lifestyle. Ever since Stephen Howell has been successfully helping others make the most of Annapolis, Maryland. You'll find that with the right professional by your side, you can Live the lifestyle and live, work and play in Annapolis Maryland.

Stephen Howell and Jackson (his hound-mix from the HSSC) maintains residences on the Chesapeake Bay in Annapolis, Maryland and Gulf Coast in Sarasota, Florida. He works in the Annapolis, Maryland real estate market. His website lets people search the Annapolis Maryland area MLS. Buyers can also search for waterfront homes along the Cheasapeake Bay. His website has current real estate data on Annapolis, Maryland.

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Comments(16)

Carla Muss-Jacobs, RETIRED
RETIRED / State License is Inactive - Portland, OR

Beatiful sunset set.  Red sky at night . . . sailor's delight.  And I'm updating the adage to match not only the color of the sunset but the latest color of the year:  Tangerine Tango sky at night -- sailor's delight ;-)

May 12, 2012 06:23 AM
Stephen Howell
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Annapolis, MD
Annapolis MD Homes For Sale 443-994-8043

I've heard that about Tangerine Tango ... next time I'm at sea, I mention that.  We'll see how well it goes over! LOL!

May 12, 2012 06:47 AM
Dana Scanlon
Keller Williams Capital Properties - Bethesda, MD
Bethesda MD- Award-Winning Bethesda Realtor

Beautiful sunset and sky!

May 12, 2012 07:17 AM
Jeanne Gregory
RE/MAX Southwest - Sugar Land, TX
The most important home I sell is YOURS!

A few years ago, I had the pleasure of going over that bridge near sunset.  Gorgeous part of the country.

May 12, 2012 08:55 AM
Cheryl Ritchie
RE/MAX Leading Edge www.GoldenResults.com - Huntingtown, MD
Southern Maryland 301-980-7566
Those colors are extra pretty. I learned last night that this time is the magic hour for photography.
May 12, 2012 09:00 AM
Joan Whitebook
BHG The Masiello Group - Nashua, NH
Consumer Focused Real Estate Services

I love sunsets.. This a a beautiful golden delight.  Thanks for sharing this beautiful sunset.

May 12, 2012 01:00 PM
Evelyn Kennedy
Alain Pinel Realtors - Alameda, CA
Alameda, Real Estate, Alameda, CA

Stephen:

Lovely sunset.  I can't take a decent looking sunset.  What is the trick?  I use a point and shoot for most of my photos, but I guess I need a better camera to catch this kind of photo.

May 12, 2012 01:54 PM
Phil Leng
Retired - Kirkland, WA
Phil Leng - Retired

Hi Stephen,

Nice description of the setting sun.

Watching water turn to gold is indeed a magical experience

Phil

May 12, 2012 08:20 PM
Fernando Herboso - Associate Broker MD, & VA
Maxus Realty Group of Samson Properties - Clarksburg, MD
301-246-0001 Serving Maryland, DC and Northern VA

Excellent post and 'm also inspired and struck by the beauty that water and sun offers. .

May 12, 2012 09:50 PM
Stephen Howell
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Annapolis, MD
Annapolis MD Homes For Sale 443-994-8043

This time of year is only one two times a year when the sun sets behind the Chesapeake Bay Bridge.  As the earth tilts in space and the seasons change, the location of the sun moves North and South of the Bay Bridge.  It's really quite fascinating when you think about it.  This is the same explanation as to why there two times of the year when the sun is directly overhead of the hitching post of the sun at Machu Picchu and no shadow is cast by the post while the sun bears directly down on to the post exerting its full force and power focused on that single spot.  This particular evening, the sun was a brilliant fireball in the sky.

The sun and sea are ever changing.  It's enchanting, fascinating, fixating, rejuvenating, relaxing.  Every time I look across the bay, the vista is different.  Thursday was just one of the 27,750 sunsets I could expect to see in my lifetime.  How many have you stopped to watch?

Thank you all for your comments!!!

May 12, 2012 11:25 PM
Stephen Howell
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Annapolis, MD
Annapolis MD Homes For Sale 443-994-8043

Evelyn asked "what's the trick?"

The only trick is timing.  I took about 30 photographs on Thursday night.  But are you ready for this?  All I had with me was my iphone 4s.  I clicked away taking photo after photo so that I had plenty to choose from when I got back.  I used the "out of the box" camera setting on the iphone to snap this picture.  It really did turn out great.  I have plenty of other cameras, a big Canon and an even bigger Nikon (that I love the best), but, my little pocket phone seems to do just fine at time like this.  So, get out there into the field, take lots and lots of photographs, then take some more pictures so when you get back to your desk, you have plenty to choose from.

May 12, 2012 11:40 PM
Joy Daniels
Joy Daniels Real Estate Group, Ltd. - Harrisburg, PA

I don't blame you one bit and I am slightly envious.  I have so many sunset pictures on my phone - I love them! :)

May 13, 2012 07:53 AM
Tony & Darcy Cannon
Aubrey and Associates Realty - Layton, UT
The C Team

Stephen, That certainly is a compelling reason to live on the water!  Just gorgeous!  Have a great Tuesday!

May 15, 2012 09:24 AM
Than Maynard
Coldwell Banker Heart of Oklahoma - Purcell, OK
Broker - Licensed to List & Sell - 405-990-8862

Beautiful photo of the setting sun. Thanks for sharing the shot.

May 16, 2012 08:34 AM
Eileen Hsu
Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Manhattan, NY
LICENSED REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON

Now is a gorgeous sunset by the sea. Great way to showcase your love for your neighborhood and community.

May 23, 2012 12:30 PM