Yearly Archives: 2019
Grateful
Embracing cycles of life Pausing to feel grateful That I’m still here *** V. J.’s theme: Pause https://onewomansquest.org/2019/12/16/v-j-s-weekly-challenge-77-pause/
Piece of the Puzzle
Fingers discovering keys into another world… Child’s joy in music and developing skill cut short by rapping on knuckles from harsh teacher, demanding perfection. Told mom at nine years old that I didn’t want to go back. Piano gathered dust. … Continue reading
Posted in memoir, Photography, Poetry, Writing
Tagged #VJWC, memoir, photography, Poetry
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Glowing Moment
Dappled light Flecks of gold Glowing through branches Join my walk *~* Frank’ theme: Glow https://dutchgoesthephoto.net/2019/12/03/tuesday-photo-challenge-glow/
Satisfying Play
Sudden appearance Blown in by the wind Excites curiosity Satisfies need to play With eyes of a child ~*~ V.J.’s theme: Satisfying https://onewomansquest.org/2019/12/02/vjs-weekly-challenge-75-satisfying/
Abstract Realism in Nature
“Abstraction allows man to see with his mind what he cannot see physically with his eyes…” ― Arshile Gorky A water ripple encircled by wisps of floating grass… Reflections in a pond… Birch tree shadows across a rocky hill in winter… … Continue reading
Posted in Abstract Realism, Photography
Tagged #Lens-Artists Challenge #74, Abstract Realism, photography
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Sipping Life
Sipping moderation Taste buds tingle Relishing the journey Aging changes perspective Balance a must Extremes only in youth *~* V. J.’s theme: Moderation https://onewomansquest.org/2019/11/25/vjs-weekly-challenge-74-moderation/
Beauty of Winter
“To appreciate the beauty of a snowflake it is necessary to stand out in the cold.” – Aristotle “…in winter…you feel the bone structure of the landscape — the loneliness of it; the dead feeling of winter. Something waits beneath … Continue reading
Fantasy Tree
“Fantasy and reality often overlap.” (Walt Disney) “Fantasy…opens our eyes to an unseen world and trains our mind to see beyond the visible.” (Bryan Davis) *~* Frank’s theme: Fantasy https://dutchgoesthephoto.net/2019/11/19/tuesday-photo-challenge-fantasy/
Waiting
Waiting can be glorious Pivotal moment When anticipation rises New beginnings await Simplifying life When traveling light Steps overcome Walking into the unknown Towards the light Sky suddenly opens Looking into the eye Of wholeness *~* V.J.’s theme: Wholeness https://onewomansquest.org/2019/11/18/v-j-s-weekly-challenge-73-whole/ … Continue reading
Posted in Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, Lens-Artists, photography, Pic and a Word Challenge, Poetry
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Depth of a Wish
(Image of sun dogs off my balcony taken recently when the temperatures plummeted. I wished for an interesting, new photo and here it is.) A wish Is a tricky thing A momentary thought A sparkle of possibility Harnessing the luck … Continue reading
Posted in Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, photography, Pic and a Word Challenge, Poetry, sun dog
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Cracking the Code
The crack is before me Do I step over it And stay in the safe zone Or do I step on it And force destiny’s hand * Do I hold its hand And play the victim Or do I laugh … Continue reading
When Darkness Falls
When darkness falls Light lies in wait Painting with graying pallette To the eye’s delight The sky erupts Displaying its mood While the flower lies safe In the forest’s gentle arms Tenderly awaiting The sun’s awakening *~* V. J.’s theme: … Continue reading
Posted in monochrome, Nature, Photography
Tagged #VJWC, Lens Artist Weekly Photo Challenge, monochrome, Nature, photography, Poetry, skies
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Too Early
Final fall colours Meet Halloween snowstorm Long winter ahead
Strange Reflection
Illusion warps landscape Inviting dark emotions Elongated alien forms Emanating shivery truth *** Happy Halloween! 🙂 (The above image is actually a reflection in a window that I caught recently. The lines in the background is a lake. ) V. … Continue reading
Twosomes
“It takes a long time to grow an old friend” to fly through time with. (John Leonard) “You must go on adventures to find out where you truly belong.” (Sue Fitzmaurice) ~*~ Tina’s theme: Seeing Double https://travelsandtrifles.wordpress.com/2019/10/26/lens-artists-challenge-69-seeing-double/
Kindling Imagination
Light warps form Distortions suddenly flare Shadows slowly flicker Kindling fires of imagination * Portal arouses awakening Window creaks open Shape-shifter enters Perusing new reality *Tribute to Halloween when the walls between our world and the spirit world becomes thin. … Continue reading
Autumn Layers
Chasing the light Delineating shadows and lines Layers of the fallen Transformation ending Landscape becomes moody Barrenness a promise The last hang on Braving the winds of change *** Amy`s theme: Layered https://shareandconnect.wordpress.com/2019/10/19/lens-artists-photo-challenge-67-layered/
Posted in autumn, Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged autumn, Lens Artist Weekly Photo Challenge, photography, Poetry
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Farewell to Summer Fun
As the days grow colder Memories grow fonder Warming the heart With candid moments Playful opportunities Minds exploring Sensual learning Sometimes fun turns to too much fun, as the day`s outing comes to an end. There`s a story behind that … Continue reading
Posted in Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, candid, Lens Artist Weekly Photo Challenge, photography, Poetry
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Celestial Invitation
Daylight cautiously succumbs To cyclic vigil Full moon parades Its fiery luminosity Old patterns unravel Requiring new vision In wake of dire warnings A wobble in time’s matrix Future at risk Celestial invitation To heed voices Calling for change ~*~ … Continue reading
Harvest Time
In Sudbury, weekly farmer’s markets display locally-grown food, wild blueberries, hand-crafted items, homemade baked goods and preserves, and sometimes live music. Always fun to experience the community vibe and take some photographs. Love the look of wooden, bushel baskets that … Continue reading
Transition
Standing alone Savouring transition Senses alerted By fiery dance ~*~ V. J.’s theme: Savour https://onewomansquest.org/2019/09/30/v-j-s-challenge-66-savour/
Worth a Smile
Eyes smiling With momentary delight Subject of affection Falls into sight *~* Happiness hormones Lifting the spirits Mood transformer Well-being soars *~* V.J.’s theme: Smile https://onewomansquest.org/2019/09/23/v-j-s-weekly-challenge-65-smile/
Countryside
Derelict barns can be found driving the countyside of Manitoulin Island, Ontario. “The poetry of earth is never dead.” (John Keats) Sometimes a feel of country can be found close to home. This walkway led to the stream below. *~* … Continue reading
Time to Let Go
Autumn colors transitioning Bending to the winds of change Tenacious until the end ~*~ V.J.’s theme: Resilience https://onewomansquest.org/2019/09/16/v-j-s-weekly-challenge-64-resilience/ Frank’s theme: Fuzzy https://dutchgoesthephoto.net/2019/09/17/tuesday-photo-challenge-fuzzy/
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #fpj-photo-challenge, #VJWC, autumn, Nature, photography, Poetry
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Magical Light
Two different perspectives at the same scene. “Those who do not believe in magic will never find it.” (Roal Dahl) “I am forever chasing light. Light turns the ordinary into the magical.” (Trent Parke) *~* Ann-Christine’s theme: Magical https://lagottocattleya.wordpress.com/2019/09/14/lens-artists-photo-challenge-63-magical-my-magical-garden/
Posted in Photography, Sunset
Tagged Lens Artist Weekly Photo Challenge, magical light, photography, Sunset
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Candid
Candid photos from Anderson Farm’s yearly fall fair. Bunny love. I kept the original colors. Loved how the gentle hands looked with the color in the bunny’s ears. Beauty of alpacas. Crafty dog watching a passerby. ~*~ Cee’s theme: Candid … Continue reading
Posted in Fall Fair, Photography
Tagged Cee's Black & White Photo Challenge, farm animals, monochrome, photography
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Riot of Colors
Architectural digestif For long, abandoned hospital Unwanted, hollow shell Once an eye-sore Ripens with vivid colors Graffiti artist adds his touch Eye-candy or too over-the-top A matter of opinion ~*~ Interesting video of the process—https://www.sudbury.com/lifestyle/timelapse-video-watch-canadas-largest-mural-take-shape-1665248 *~* V.J.’s theme: Ripening https://onewomansquest.org/2019/09/09/v-j-s-weekly-challenge-63-ripening/ … Continue reading
Silhouettes
“Silhouettes say a lot with little information…” (Kara Walker) Silhouettes can embrace a subject and set a mood. Silhouetted leaves can create a sense of drama. Silhouettes and shadows dance together to the song of nature. Silhouettes can make one … Continue reading
Posted in Photography
Tagged Lens Artist Weekly Photo Challenge, photography, Silhouettes
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Weed in Disguise
Wild beauty Medicinal, saving grace In time of uncertainty Daughter undiagnosible Time passes with no answers Milk thistle provides a miracle ~*~ *( My daughter missed her grade 7 school year many moons ago due to an unknown illness that … Continue reading
Posted in milk thistle, Nature, Photography
Tagged illness, milk thistle, miracle, Nature, photography
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And so it was and more
Hanging out in the raspberry bush Laying with the warm earth The drifting clouds told me stories My happy, alone space I think I was three ~*~ Looking out of the train window Crying with the rain I never wanted … Continue reading
Precious Pets
Parrot chumming around with my daughter. Worth the five dollars for a photo. I asked this fellow and his pet iguana to pose for me. Strange sight at a local festival. My daughter’s precious cats, Peanut and Tommy. Munchkin is … Continue reading
Uncertain Journey
(Abstract of my long gone, peace lily.) ~*~ The mind is a puzzle Molded by the brain’s intricacies With magical possibilities A source of inspiration And a receiver of encryptic messages ~*~ Emotional attachment To unfulfilled dreams Triggers limbic resonance … Continue reading
Frame within a Frame
When you really think about it, it’s all in how you frame your life. Memories blur Framing special moments With a forever image Bridge framing the sunset moment before the boat docking. (Rideau Canal Sunset Boat Tour, Ottawa) Rustic framing … Continue reading
If Only I’d Known
“Life is a journey and only you hold the key.” Key Once hidden Now reveals itself ~*~ Frank’s theme: Key https://dutchgoesthephoto.net/2019/08/20/tuesday-photo-challenge-key/
Different Angles
These are all photos taken inside and outside Laurentian University’s library a few years ago. (Sudbury, Ontario, Canada) Main sitting area below the staircase. Looking up, you can just catch the edge of the bottom of the stairs. I was … Continue reading
Just An Illusion
Playing with illusion Creates a whisper Of momentary wonder “Photography is a great adventure in thinking and looking, a wonderful magic toy that miraculously manages to combine our adult awareness with the fairy-tale world of childhood, a never-ending journey through … Continue reading
Transforming Old Beliefs
Generalizations And negative assumptions Clutter the mind “Ignorance is bliss” Twists the belief system * Seagulls are scavengers Garbage eaters A nuisance Not worthy of esteem Lowest on the totem pole * That’s what I was told * Photographer’s eye … Continue reading
Taking a Break
*This is the entrance to taking a break from the noise of city life. (Windy Lake Provincial Park)) “Sometimes, just the warm sun and the sound of the waves is pure heaven.” (Sue Alexander) * ” Taking the time to … Continue reading
Posted in Nature, Photography
Tagged Lens Artist Weekly Photo Challenge, Nature, photography, Windy Lake
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Worth Mentioning…
Do you ever feel Like there is something more Something our senses can’t detect But in certain moments When it is quiet And time stands still It shows itself ~*~ Perception is a mental impression Shaped by learning, memory, expectation … Continue reading
Posted in Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, photography, Pic and a Word Challenge, Poetry
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Shoreline Memories
“The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes.” (Marcel Proust) Rocky Mountains near Jasper, Alberta, Canada (The sky was hazy from smoke due to nearby forest fires in British Columbia. ) Northern … Continue reading
Posted in Nature, Photography
Tagged Lens Artist Weekly Photo Challenge, Nature, photography
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Dreamy Tranquility
Dreaming of the road less travelled An unspoken journey Of endless possibilities Mountains pull me in A sacred witness To my heart’s desire Just when I thought All was done Call of the ocean Steals my heart * Ann-Christine’s theme: … Continue reading
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, Lens Artist Weekly Photo Challenge, Nature, photography, Poetry
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Heart of the Matter
K’lee has planted the seed that requires deep thought. “If you could see into the heart of me…” “Spirituality is a brave search for the truth about existence, fearlessly peering into the mysterious nature of life.” (Elizabeth Lesser) ++++ I … Continue reading
Ultimate Presence
The exquisite presence Of caressing silence Spilling deeply Into the softened heart Untying knots of memory Washing them away gently Filling this earthly vessel No longer an island With profound knowing That I am not alone * “Wealth is the … Continue reading
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, Nature, photography, Pic and a Word Challenge, Poetry
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Life of Shadows
“Shadows are an entity as alive as the light.” (Ron Bigelow) “Light is nothing without shadows.” * I cropped the above photo of my daughter’s eyes to achieve the below close-up. It was intriguing how the light, shadows and … Continue reading
Posted in monochrome, Photography
Tagged Cee's Black & White Photo Challenge, photography, shadows
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A Textured Proposition
Language Is the freedom To bend ideas Just like art Poetry is full of bendable emotion A textured proposition Guided by the imagination Opening new windows To possibilities Requiring dedicated work To discover one‘s personal truth (Inspired by the words … Continue reading
Posted in Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, photography, Pic and a Word Challenge, Poetry
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Aspects of Serenity
Sunset over calm waters paints a picture of serenity in heart and mind. Standing awestruck within reach of the serene majesty of a mountain range in Western Canada. Experiencing a calm feeling of serenity with a glass of wine after … Continue reading
Posted in Nature, Photography
Tagged Lens Artist Weekly Photo Challenge, Nature, photography
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Reclaiming a New Day
Once I lost myself On the road to adulthood Now I can sit and breathe Slowly shedding old skin No longer troubled By leaving things behind I gaze at the clouds And reclaim a new day V.J.’s Theme: Reclaim https://onewomansquest.org/2019/07/01/v-j-s-weekly-challenge-55-reclaim/
Radiance of Stillness
“Learning how to be still, to really be still and let life happen, that stillness becomes a radiance.” (Morgan Freeman) Radiant autumn leaves in the stillness of the moment. Breath of purple radiance Monochrome nuance of radiance Frank’s theme: Radiant … Continue reading
Rippling Effect
Subtle nuance Rippling into life Sometimes small And unnoticed Sometimes a sign Changing future events V. J.’s theme: Subtle https://onewomansquest.org/2019/06/24/v-j-s-weekly-challenge-54-subtle/
Unfolding
Creative eye Catches unfolding potential Hidden beauty magnified Patrick’s theme: Eyes https://pixtowords.com/2019/06/16/eyes-pic-and-a-word-challenge-192/
Passing Mood of Trees
“A tree with strong roots laughs at storms.” (Malay Proverb) “The art of life lies in a constant readjustment to our suroundings.” (Kakuzo Okakura) “Color creates, entrances, changes, reveals and establishes a mood…” (Kiff Holland) Lens-Artist Leya’s theme: Trees https://lagottocattleya.wordpress.com/2019/06/15/lens-artists-photo-challenge-50-trees/
Detour to Happiness
Sometimes the road taken is not all it’s cracked up to be… …but an unexpected detour will come if one opens one’s eyes to the signs. “Not all storms come to disrupt your life. Some come to clear the path.” … Continue reading
Tesla- From Candlelight to Wi-Fi
Anomaly extraordinaire From another time Visionary being Futurist Cloud watcher Inspired by a sunset Eidetic memory Highly keen senses Understood music of numbers Listened to colors Felt rhythm of sentient Earth Opened spiritual eye to cosmic intelligence Affinity with vedantic … Continue reading
Posted in Photography, Poetry, science
Tagged #VJWC, photography, Pic and a Word Challenge, Poetry, Tesla
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Before Green Pastures
Before Coloring my world Wisdom had to be earned Laws of the universe Took hold Painting stories of drought and storms Always one finger above water I learned the hard way To follow my inner voice Then suddenly the sky … Continue reading
Posted in Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, gratitude, photography, Pic and a Word Challenge, Poetry
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Wild
Feral chickens seemed to be everywhere in Kauai, Hawaii. On my trip a few years ago, I was fascinated by their presence. My first encounter with a sunbathing seal. I had to take a closer look with the camera’s eye. … Continue reading
Uncertain Quiet
Looking out Into the quiet Uncertainty resides Present time Throws a curve Reinvents new challenges Acceptance Is the only way Looking for an angel
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, photography, Pic and a Word Challenge, Poetry
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Five Elements Theory in Chinese Philosophy
Element of Metal– metal sculpture of a loving embrace with nature at Muttart Conservatory in Edmonton, Alberta. “The way that light hits objects…is one of the more important things that sculpture and photography share.” (Rashid Johnson) Element of Fiery Sky … Continue reading
Posted in Photography
Tagged elements, Lens Artist Weekly Photo Challenge, photography, travel
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Sun Glitter
Sun’s hypnotic glance Masking a spirited dance Waves sway with the glitter Senses warming to the tune Spellbound in delight Frigid winds surround me Yet I am undeterred To watch and wait Filled with serenity https://pixtowords.com/2019/05/19/mask-pic-and-a-word-challenge-188
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged free verse, Nature, photography, Pic and a Word Challenge, Poetry
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Drifting into Blue
Drifting With the blues Timeless moment Engulfs senses
Drifting Into Red
Moment fades Drifting in and out To find a song Layering my life Passioned by reds Inviting creativity Patrick’s Challenge: Red https://pixtowords.com/2019/05/12/red-pic-and-a-word-challenge-187/
Posted in Photography, Poetry
Tagged free verse, photography, Pic and a Word Challenge, Poetry
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Self-Compassion
“If your compassion does not include yourself, it is incomplete.” (Buddha) Choices made Things gone wrong Guilt outliving the event Inner voice persecutes Until an understanding voice Brings clarity It was never your fault You were only reacting Like a … Continue reading
In-Between
In-between Day and night Beginnings and endings Twilight illuminates In-between Tasting possibilities Dreams roaming free Energy membrane glows In-between Thoughts and action Awareness blooms Gratefulness flows https://onewomansquest.org/2019/05/06/v-j-s-weekly-challenge-47-in-between/
Response to Obscure Sorrows
Klexos : The Art of Dwelling on the Past “Your life is written in indelible ink. There’s no going back to erase the past, tweak your mistakes, or fill in missed opportunities. When the moment’s over, your fate is sealed. … Continue reading
Lens Artists-Less is More
Simplicity is nature’s first step, and the last of art.”( Philip James Bailey) “Out of clutter, find simplicity.”(Albert Einstein) https://shareandconnect.wordpress.com/2019/04/27/less-is-more/
Posted in Photography
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Connection
In universal flow of time Victoria Day weekend Time stood still Suddenly earthly life ended For rock of family Over a decade has passed Connection remains Her love of photography Carries on in me https://onewomansquest.org/2019/04/22/v-j-s-weekly-challenge-45-anniversary/ https://dutchgoesthephoto.net/2019/04/23/tuesday-photo-challenge-connections/
Posted in Photography, Poetry
Tagged #fpj-photo-challenge, #VJWC, mother, photography, Poetry
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Lens Artists: Creative Ones
Aboriginal sculpture in Canadian Museum of History, Ottawa, Canada. Aboriginal paintings at Science North, Sudbury, Ontario. Lens Artists Photo Challenge: Creativity
Posted in Art, Photography
Tagged aboriginal art, Lens Artist Weekly Photo Challenge, photography
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New Beginnings
Baby rock pigeon. Waiting for other one to hatch. Mama went away for a few minutes and it gave me the chance to take this photo. Since the egg is an ancient symbol for new life, Happy Easter.
Posted in Nature, Photography
Tagged Easter, hatchling, Nature, new beginnings, photography, rock pigeon
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Number Vibrations
“If you want to know the secrets of the universe, think in terms of energy, frequency and vibration.” – Nikola Tesla. Quest for insight into numeric universe Manifests entanglement of patterns Subtle influences string together Shaping one’s destiny Coincidence or vibrational … Continue reading
Floating Gems
When nature awakens And winter is just a memory Cloudburst delivers Floating gems Raindrops holding form Transformed by colors Flowing universe Catches the eye V.J.’s Challenge: Rain
Speckled Joy
Meet Speckle. A female rock pigeon that was scoping my balcony to make a nest. Here’s her first egg in my flower pot. Seclusion from the huge ravens looking for a tasty treat. Then there was two. The male stands … Continue reading
Malfunction
Unexpected darkness descends Covering personal landscape Shadowing real time Whisked into portal of instability Spinal canals narrowed Neurological compromise Pain body electrifies Day turns into eternal night Matrix warping senses Farewell to old ways Walking brings … Continue reading
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, DDD, pain, photography, Pic and a Word Challenge, Poetry
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Ancient Deposit
Glacier deposit Of ancient rocks Polished By hands of time Once free rolling With life’s pressures Grounded now Silent Holding story Of yesteryear V. J.’s Challenge: Polish Frank’s Challenge: Rock
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #fpj-photo-challenge, #VJWC, free verse, Killarney, Ontario, photography, Poetry
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Wonder of Shadows
Yes, it still is winter here. Spring is taking its good ol’ time. “The eye is always caught by the light, but shadows have more to say.” (Gregory Maguire) “Like a shadow, I am and I am not.” … Continue reading
Posted in Nature, Photography
Tagged #fpj-photo-challenge, Cee's Fun Foto Challenge, Nature, photography, winter
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Father
Survivor of Stalin and Hitler Unspoken horrors Buried behind intense eyes Lucky to be alive Ship of freedom Called his name Little education Hard work his destiny Man of few words Man who rarely smiled Father who carried … Continue reading
Otherworldly
“There are nights when the wolves are silent and only the moon howls.” (George Carlin) K’lee’s Challenge: In the Realm of the Otherworldly
Unanswerable
Neverending journey Pondering unanswerable questions Stitched in the fabric of time Yet timeless Seeking elusive answer To the mystery of life Encountering a ‘language That you don’t hear with your ears’ In the quiet moments When the senses … Continue reading
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #fpj-photo-challenge, #VJWC, free verse, Nature, photography, Pic and a Word Challenge, Poetry
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Reflection on Blog Name
V.J. has asked us to reflect on the meaning of our blog name. “Stuff and what if…” came out of the blue. The word ‘stuff’ applies to all material things in our lives, as well as old thoughts… “What if…” leads … Continue reading
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, Nature, photography, Pic and a Word Challenge, Poetry
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Entangled Story
Malleable memories Smudged by negative entanglement Veiled hindrance Following seasons of aging Dancing wish-bubbles Vibrating in a string of hope Enlightening unfolding story Destiny takes a turn V.J.’s Challenge: Story Patrick’s Challenge: Entangled
Posted in Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, free verse, photography, Pic and a Word Challenge, Poetry
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Isolated Benches
“Each of us needs to withdraw from the cares which will not withdraw from us. We need hours of aimless wandering or spates of time sitting on park benches, observing the mysterious world of ants and the canopy of treetops.” … Continue reading
Posted in Photography
Tagged Cee's Black & White Photo Challenge, monochrome, photography
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Textured Surface
Weathered exterior Textured life Rough and wrinkled Interior unfolding Unseen transformation Story always growing Frank’s Challenge: Surface
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #fpj-photo-challenge, free verse, Nature, photography, Poetry
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Beauty in the Beast
Winter of constraint Slowly dissipates Beast starts to purr Under sunlit skies Dancing to a textured tune Figure appears Out of the blue Warming the heart (This photo threw me for a loop when I saw the shadow-shape of … Continue reading
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, free verse, Nature, photography, Poetry
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Singing the Blues
Cee’s theme is to share one’s favorite color. Winter has been nasty this year and I’m singing the blues, but I did enjoy the chance to capture these blues in other years. Now to share some summer blues and ease my … Continue reading
Winter’s Fury
Landscape transformed By winter’s fury Ice storm lays heavy On human activity Plans on hold Time to go within Balance shifts To inner life V.J.’s Challenge: Balance
Growth
“In every walk with nature, one receives far more than one seeks.” (John Muir) “Nature often holds up a mirror so we can see more clearly the ongoing processes of growth, renewal and transformation in our lives” (Anonymous) … Continue reading
Unfrozen
Dissolving old fences Icicles of the mind Reaching for floating dreams That wander freely Weaving magical intention That dares not evaporate V. J.’s Challenge: Reaching Patrick’s Challenge: Fences
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, free verse, photography, Pic and a Word Challenge, Poetry
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Playing with Imperfection
Frank has posed an interesting idea of looking at a photograph with imperfections and seeing it with a different perspective. The above photo was relegated to my mistake file and I dismissed it until now. A bit of digital play … Continue reading
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #fpj-photo-challenge, #VJWC, free verse, Nature, photography, Poetry
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In the Distance
“There is a immeasurable distance between late and too late.” (Og Mandino) Visiting both the above distances came late in life, but I’m happy not too late. Both happened in my 60’s, one year apart; the Rockies first and … Continue reading
Posted in monochrome, Nature, Photography
Tagged Cee's Black & White Photo Challenge, monochrome, photography
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Lone Star
Seer Lone star Stargazer Eyes of insight Ether opens veil Channeling images Civilization forewarned Whispers of upheaval written Crisp clarity of events shifting Hidden in dark patterns of history Colleen’s Challenge: Cold & Storm (Synonyms Only)
Posted in Photography, Poetry
Tagged Colleen's Weekly Tanka Tuesday Poetry Challenge, etheree, photography, Poetry
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Energy of Words
“We are what we think. All that we are arises with our thoughts. With our thoughts, we make the world.” (Buddha) Unspoken words Escape mind-space Color thoughts Intertwine with feelings Attach to moments Dancing with inner light Vibrating with … Continue reading
Posted in Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, free verse, photography, Pic and a Word Challenge, Poetry
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Unusual Perspective
“If you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change ” (Dr. Wayne Dyer) “What you see depends not only on what you look AT, but also on where you look FROM.” (James Deacon) … Continue reading
Posted in monochrome, Nature, Photography
Tagged Cee's Black & White Photo Challenge, monochrome, Nature, photography
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Interior Reflections
Frozen Melting magic Captive of nature’s chill Illuminates dark surroundings Light flows Transforming once mundane patterns Into new perspective Circling in time Pausing Colleen’s Challenge: Mystery & Attract (Synonyms Only)
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged butterfly cinquain, Colleen's Weekly Tanka Tuesday Poetry Challenge, monochrome, Nature, photography, Poetry
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Road to Happiness
Destiny and a thirty-year old wish brought me to this heart-warming scene, accentuated by a snow-covered blanket. (Athabasca River, Alberta) Taught in days of innocence When I dreamed with the clouds That striving for a specific destination Was the … Continue reading
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, free verse, Nature, photography, Pic and a Word Challenge, Poetry
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Milestone
It’s that time of year Cheesecake and a glass of wine Good cheer with loved one Milestone harks new beginnings Creative spark still blooming Colleen’s Challenge: Begin & Fresh (Synonyms Only)
Posted in Photography, Poetry
Tagged Colleen's Weekly Tanka Tuesday Poetry Challenge, monochrome, photography, Poetry, tanka
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Aging Window
Framed facade Aging exterior Outer deception Inner treasure V.J.’s Challenge: Windows
Gentle Memories
Dreaming again Of gentle breezes Lacy, soft waves Lapping curious toes Cooling hot sands underfoot Washing away winter worries Delighting the senses Moments of yesteryear Frank’s Challenge: Gentle
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #fpj-photo-challenge, free verse, Hawaii, Nature, photography, Poetry
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Nature’s Floor
Nature’s floor Covered with seasonal blanket Order in disorder No need to sweep And keep it tidy Observe its changes And ever-changing presence Winter lays a new blanket Covering autumn’s splendor A gift of crystallized gems lay in wait. … Continue reading
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #fpj-photo-challenge, free verse, photography, Poetry
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Transitioning Into 2019
“Light precedes every transition. Whether at the end of a tunnel, through a crack in the door or the flash of an idea, it is always there, heralding a new beginning.” (Teresa Tsalaky) Memories of transitions Come and go New … Continue reading
Stuff and what if... 