Cruising the Li River in a Kaleidoscope of Color

The Cruise, a boat cruising the Li River in Guilin, China, surreal image by Carol Schiraldi.
“The Cruise,” by Carol Schiraldi

Ah, the Li River in Guilin, China! A place where nature seems to have taken a masterclass in color theory and decided to show off. Imagine this: a sunset that looks like it’s been splashed with every hue in the crayon box, a boat lazily drifting along, and a mountain that’s probably been the subject of more selfies than a celebrity at a red carpet event.

Let’s take a moment to appreciate that sky. It’s as if Mother Nature had a wild night out and woke up with a hangover, still trying to piece together the events of the previous evening. Purples, pinks, and yellows swirl together like a cosmic smoothie, making you wonder if you’ve accidentally wandered into a dream—or maybe just a really artsy Instagram filter. Who needs Photoshop when the universe is serving up this kind of visual feast?

And then there’s our friend, the boat. This noble vessel is bobbing along the Li River, probably contemplating its life choices. “Should I have taken that left turn at Albuquerque?” it muses, while secretly enjoying the ride. I mean, who wouldn’t want to float through a scene that looks like it was painted by a particularly whimsical artist?

Now, let’s not overlook the mountain. Standing tall and proud, it’s like the grumpy old man of the landscape, watching all the colorful shenanigans unfold below. “Back in my day, we didn’t have all these fancy colors,” it might grumble, but deep down, you know it’s secretly enjoying the view.

As the sun dips lower, casting long shadows and igniting the clouds with fiery hues, you can’t help but feel a sense of peace wash over you. It’s a reminder that even in the chaos of life, there are moments of pure beauty waiting to be savored.

So, the next time you find yourself near the Li River at sunset, take a moment to soak it all in. Snap a photo, paint a picture, or just sit back and let the colors wash over you. Because let’s face it, life is too short not to appreciate the little things—like a boat, a mountain, and a sky that looks like it’s auditioning for a role in a fantasy film.

And who knows? Maybe you’ll find inspiration for your next masterpiece. Or at the very least, a good story to tell at your next dinner party. Cheers to sunsets and the colorful chaos they bring!

Until next time…

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