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Song for Sunrise over the Bridge at Indian River Inlet

Hypothetical song lyrics…but why not?

One can easily garner inspiration from watching a golden sunrise at the Delaware Seashore State Park. It might be expressed in a short narrative, in a poem or, yes, even some song lyrics.

Ballad for the Bridge at Sunrise

Verse 1
The orange sky is bursting through
Lighting up the bridge so true.
The sun, it smiles down on the shore
Sparkling waters, nothing more.

Chorus
Oh, watchin’ the sunrise over Indian River Inlet
Rays of sunshine paint the sky with glory and grace.  
Softly soothing sounds inside me I let go  
When witnessing this sight of beauty I can never know.  

Verse 2
Birds they fly above singing sweet melodies
Beauty all around bringing tranquility.  
Peaceful moments to enjoy here today.
Ease my thoughts and wash them far away . 

Chorus
Oh, watchin’ the sunrise over Indian River Inlet.
Rays of sunshine paint the sky with glory and grace.
Softly soothing sounds inside me
When witnessing this sight of beauty, I can never know.

Indian River Inlet Bridge June Golden Sunrise
Indian River Inlet Bridge Golden Sunrise

Singing the Blues about the “blue” bridge

Intro:
My heart’s frozen, my tears won’t freeze
The sunrise over the bridge has me down on my knees

Verse 1:
I walk alone beside the river shore
No one around and all I can hear is the ocean’s roar
But when that sun comes up above Indian River Inlet Bridge
It melts away these feelings of icy dread
 
Chorus:    
Sunrise over the bridge at Indian River Inlet
Ain’t no beauty grander, bathe me in its light
Mountains and valleys stretch out far away
Holding back my urge to stay.

OK, so not very good right? But, hey, we tired. What can you come up with. Please post your thoughts in the comment box below.

Link to: The Indian River Bridge Wall Art Collection

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Colorful sunrise at the Indian River Inlet

More seriously…

Thoughts: One of the most beautiful and peaceful scenes in nature is watching a sunrise at the Indian River Inlet Bridge. As the sun rises over the horizon, it casts its golden rays across the river and reflects off of the water’s surface. For songwriters looking to capture this serene moment, crafting song lyrics for sunrise at this bridge can be an inspiring experience.

Featuring aspects like wildlife in motion, gentle waves lapping against the beach or the inlet jetty shoreline rocks, and coastal breezes rustling through nearby trees, there are many natural elements that can be included in these lyrics. By focusing on small details such as colorful morning birds singing their songs or a boat slowly gliding along the horizon, writers can create powerful imagery that transports listeners to this tranquil setting.

Go ahead – your turn. Give it a try!

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Indian River Bridge Cam at Delaware Seashore State Park

The Delaware Department of Transportation, DelDOT, has four webcam bridge cams at the Inlet.

According to the Delaware Surf Fishing website the “Indian River Inlet has a killer New Web Cam.” Actually, there are four webcams (bridge cams? bridgecam?) at and near the Indian River Inlet Bridge with two being mounted on top of the southeast and northwest stanchions (or pylons, if you prefer).

indian river bridge from a deldot camera
Indian River Bridge on a foggy morning – from a DelDOT camera.

Link to the DelDOT map of Traffic Cameras: https://www.deldot.gov/map/

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Indian River Bridge Traffic Cam – Bridge Cam – Web Cam locations – courtesy of DelDOT

There are four area cameras that can be accessed on your phone via the DelDOT app or on your laptop/desktop computer. A screenshot on your phone can be “enlarged’ to show some nicely detailed images. (Click the picture below of the northside beach, to see a larger image.)

Indian River Bridge Cam looking north from the northwest pylon
Indian River Bridge Cam looking north from the northwest pylon. CLICK the photo for a “better view” of the beach.

The Indian River Inlet Bridge is one of the most iconic structures in Sussex County, Delaware. Spanning over the Indian River Bay between Lewes and Rehoboth Beach, this bridge is a major thoroughfare for tourists and locals alike. The Delaware Department of Transportation has installed traffic cams on both sides of the bridge to make traveling easier. A side benefit is that fishermen can also see “what’s happening” any time of day.

These four state-of-the-art web cams provide live streaming video footage from multiple angles along the bridge at all times, so drivers (and fishermen) can check out current conditions before hitting the road. The cameras also monitor real-time traffic flow and provide alerts about any potential delays or construction that may be taking place nearby. This technology allows travelers to plan their trips accordingly and avoid any unnecessary congestion or delays.

Link to: Indian River Inlet Bridge Wall Art Collection

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Before Sunrise at the Indian River Bridge

The best sunrise colors are often seen before the sun actually rises.

Sunrise is a beautiful and awe-inspiring time of day that can often be enjoyed in its most vibrant colors before the sun, itself, even rises. As the sky slowly transitions from night into day, it’s possible to witness some of nature’s best work through the hues of pink, orange and yellow that fill the horizon. You really should witness sunrise at the Indian River bridge for yourself.

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Indian River Inlet Bridge Magenta Dawn

Many people make it a point to get up early just to take in all the beauty and wonder that comes with a sunrise. These pictures taken at sunrise will show you just how much beauty can be enjoyed from this time of day. And if you have trouble getting up early, these pictures will certainly motivate you to get out of bed on the days that you don t have to! Waking up to a beautiful sunrise can be one of the most enjoyable and inspiring experiences. Sunrises are known for their vibrant, colorful displays, displaying the sky in all its glory. Many people who strive to capture the perfect sunrise photo head out at dawn in hopes of finding a stunning view. But what many people don’t know is that some of the best colors can be seen before the sun actually rises.

A quote by photographer, Pamela Aquilani: “The vibrant color this morning lasted exactly three minutes and happened twenty minutes before actual sunrise. You need to be set up and ready long before the sun breaks the horizon.”

magenta morning at the indian river inlet bridge
Magenta Morning at the Indian River Bridge

To learn a bit more about each of the above pictures, either click the picture or the links below.

Link to: Indian River Bridge Sunrise 08

Link to: Magenta Morning at Indian River Bridge

Link to the: Indian River Bridge Collection

Link to: Bill Swartwout Photography

Of course, you also don’t want to miss the “other end” of the day when the sun is setting. The evening colors and the lights of the Indian River Inlet Bridge are wonderful.