There's something about a spectacular sunset that draws us. Each evening, just before sunset, people from all over the world gather less than a mile from my home in the Tucson Mountains to witness some of the most glorious sunsets on the planet. The spot is called Gate's Pass.
Here's a closeup of the setting sun between the saguaro cacti on a September evening.
And another of the gathering storm from the perspective of the ramada at Gate's Pass, overlooking the valley floor below.
If you like what you see, there are a few lovely homes in our community of Tucson Estates II. I can recommend some great agents if you don't already have one. Call me, and let's talk.
I'm Mike in Tucson, your preferred Tucson, Arizona mortgage lender.
Think of me as your local expert.
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Spectacular. I'm inspired to paint a picture of the top one.
Perhaps, when my house guests are gone end of this month.
Absolutely beautiful. My husband wants to retire to Arizona - I'm SOLD! Of course he won't retire for another 8.5 years :-)
MIKE - These sunset photos are amazing. The second one looks like the sky is on fire.
Adam,
That's just what I thought when I took the photo!
Karen,
Show him the post; it's never too early to buy your retirement home!
Lenn,
That's a fantastic idea! Love your paintings!
Mike in Tucson
I love the pictures. Keep them coming
Mike,
September sunsets must be crafted by God each day as His masterpieces! Great pics...Thanks, Fran
Holy cow mike those a some down right gorgeous views! Makes you want to be there:)
Wow Mike ... simply beautiful shots! I've always said that as soon as Az gets an ocean ... I'm there!
It sure is tempting with winter coming soon, you should be see a few more snow birds this year!
Mike - those are absolutely fantastic photos - and very inspiring for someone considering the area. Great post!
Mike - the clouds in the first picture remind me of the clouds I saw the morning of 9/11. The sun was just coming up, so the rays were pointed down. I was on the beach early that morning. I was kind of highlighted, it was beautiful and strange. I've always thought of those as the angel's slides, kind of like my grandmothers sliding down smiles for me... after my walk, I went back in to prepare for a speech I was to give to agents... I was half watching CNBC when I saw the planes hit. Instead of financing, I talked about that walk, and the clouds, and my grandmothers that day with the agents. I've often thought about being comforted by the beauty in the heavens on a day that was so sad. Thanks.
Wow.
OH MY...AMAZING!! Simply amazing!
GBU, Mike!
Elizabeth,
What beauty surrounds us all! God bless you too.
Cheryl,
That's Green Valley off to the left of the first photo, where it's raining. Right Click on the photo if you'd like to use it for your desktop.
Eleanor,
What a wonderful story. Thanks for sharing that. I was in NJ the day the towers came down.
Sharon P,
Thanks for stopping by to comment!
Mary,
Would one of those snow birds be you, by chance?
Sharon Y,
San Diego is eight hours away, and Rocky Point is about three hours. Come on down!
Bill,
Yes it does! Thanks for stopping by.
Fran,
The western sky here is God's canvas. We enjoy the show!
Larry,
I sure will! Thanks for commenting.
Mike in Tucson
Mike, those are some great pictures. You have done a great job of catching the glimpse of Gods wonders!!
Great photos we have too many trees around us to see many sunsets. Thanks for sharing the sights of your area.
Yet another stunning photo essay, Mike - isn't it great to be a Tusconan?
Hi Mike,
Absolutely spectacular! Did you shoot these yourself? If so, I'd sure watermark them.
Lynda,
Yes. How do I do that?
Kent,
We sure live in a beautiful place, don't we?!
Terry,
Trees are one thing we transplants from elsewhere miss here. Thanks for commenting.
Marchel,
Amen to that!
Mike in Tucson
oh yeah that's one of the reasons I think Tucson's beautiful!! I haven't been there in a few months and had forgotten......thanks for the reminder Mike!!
You could almost make me miss living in Tucson and I haven't lived there since 1983! Kinda homesick...
Mike, you have taken some fantastic photo's... the bottom photo is fantastic!
Jonesy,
Awesome sunset shot. For all those reading, we should nickname Mike, Shutterbug. The guy doesn't leave home without that camera.