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Golden Dawn on the Rio Grande

Marc Christensen • Jul 19, 2021

"In the desert southwest, the river is a life giving source for farmers and residents."


This one I have entitled this "Golden Dawn on the Rio Grande." In the desert southwest, the river is a life giving source for farmers and residents. The river is often entitled "The Rio Sand" as it goes dry for months at a time. During the summer irrigation season, New Mexico sends water down from reservoirs to irrigate both in southern New Mexico and Texas. As one can imagine, there are constant disputes about the amount being distributed. Mexico must receive her fair share as well. On an early morning walk, I captured this sunrise reflecting off the water in the rio. A brilliant morning like this shouts the magnificence of God's creations.

~Marc Christensen


Photo by Marc Christensen, Golden Dawn on the Rio Grande


"A brilliant morning like this shouts the magnificence of God's creations."


Curator's Note: 


This is the seventh of seven days of photos taken by Marc Christensen which we are sharing this week.  Marc, who has contributed many beautiful photos to Profound Living, taken around the world, has recently moved to El Paso, Texas. Now we will be able to observe the splendor of this part of our country through his eyes and lens.


Here are all of this week's photos, with narrative, from Marc


Cueva Rocks in the Organ Mountains


The Borderlands


Walking Beside The River


The Organ Mountains


Dripping Springs


The Livery


Golden Dawn On The Rio Grande


To see more of Marc's beautiful photography, and to learn about him, click the "More" tab, and then "Profound Picture - Regular Contributors", or start here.


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