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March 3, 2026
Sunset over Pelican Point, Newport Beach, California, US
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February 17, 2026
A developing storm system spotted near Newport Beach, California, US
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February 16, 2026
A cloudy sunrise, a prelude to a rainy day over Irvine, California, US
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January 17, 2026
Sunset as viewed on approach to Orange County Airport, near Santa Ana, California, US
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January 3, 2026
A winter sunset over Irvine, California, US
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November 29, 2025
Sunset with altocumulus clouds, with the shape reminding Carolyn of pince-nez glasses that were very popular in the late 19th century and early 20th century, spotted over Irvine, California, US
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November 16, 2025
Dissipating fog at sunrise over Irvine, California, US
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