Tag Archives: #VJWC
Intimate Moment with Photography
Window opens To intimate connection Nature draws me in * My mind flutters with creative intent Inner revelation excites the soul Where silence invents the moment *
Except When …
Bane of photographer Mobility issues Influencing options * Except photography itch Hard to deny Throws out its call Changing seasons Whispers to the soul Hard to resist Long drive Riding out the pain Yearning for quiet hideaway Reach final destination … Continue reading
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, autumn, Lens Artist Weekly Photo Challenge, Nature, photography, Poetry
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Wisdom of Pathetic Fallacy
V. J. has asked us to be creative with the literary term “pathetic fallacy.” It is the attribution of human feelings and responses to inanimate things or animals, especially in art and literature. I have many faces Yet my core … Continue reading
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, aging, pathetic fallacy, photography, Poetry, words of wisdom
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Journey to Peace
(Photo of me taken by my daughter in August, 2020) * Aging can be a challenge Years of wear and tear Physically and emotionally Can consume the body and mind And leave unwanted residue In the present moment * The … Continue reading
Stuff Happens
Embedded In our existence Is the constant flow of change Stuff is always happening Or waiting to happen * Sometimes change is signaled By a lurking sense of apprehension That gut feeling Sometimes it’s revealed in lucid dreams A riddle … Continue reading
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, digital art, life, photography, Poetry
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Scent from the Past
Waft of familiar aroma Attached to a depart one Slips into real time * Senses heightened Thrown into a vacuum Surrounding noise disappears * Empathic connection Baring myself To flame of emotion * Miss you… *
Posted in digital art, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, digital art, photography, Poetry
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What a sight!
Here he comes A sudden stop Mid-descent Just enough To freeze time Then this wonderful pose Just for me *
Berry Transformation
Inspired by taste memory From a Curious Thyme Taste buds tingle Decadent, black berry delight Frozen black berries tantalize the imagination. * I usually don’t photograph food, but decided to try with blackberries frozen in an ice cube. Melting in … Continue reading
Seeking Sanctuary
“In restless dreams I walk alone” On the edge of nowhere Yet somewhere Searching for sanctuary Pausing to immerse myself In the quiet waters I listen deeply And feel like I’ve returned home Listen to the wind, it talks. Listen … Continue reading
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, Lens Artist Weekly Photo Challenge, photography, Poetry
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Traces of Touch
“We leave traces of ourselves…on whatever we touch.” (Lewis Thomas) * Memories of long ago When the flavours of touch Were never ending Melting like icecream In and out Of layers of time * Now emotions seep gently Into calming, … Continue reading
Power of Thoughts
“Thoughts are mental energy; they’re the currency that you have to attract what you desire. Learn to stop spending that currency on thoughts you don’t want.” “What we think determines what happens to us, so if we want to change … Continue reading
Magical Guest
Yesterday, a surprise visitor joined me for my morning coffee. On my balcony, seven floors up, this monarch butterfly gently landed on one of my knees and then fluttered to the other. I was awestruck. Within seconds, it flew away … Continue reading
Theme Song
Dust In The Wind V.J. has asked us to reflect on a theme song. I don’t really have one, but this song by Kansas had popped up on the car radio multiple times through the years when it felt like … Continue reading
Time to Pause
Slowing down the pace Invites surprising details *Bubbles in a sink caught my eye. Slowing down the pace Adds interest to life Grass snake surprised me as I entered my backyard a few years ago. Slowing down the pace Invites … Continue reading
Wave of Nostalgia
In this quiet moment My hat sits waiting Ready head out In a search for tranquility I walk alone Oblivious to past worries No decisions to make Totally absorbed A wave of nostalgia Washes over me Like a cooling breeze … Continue reading
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, Lens Artist Weekly Photo Challenge, Nature, photography, Poetry
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Rainbow of Hope
I am part of the world, but need to distance myself. It’s painful to watch the storms that surround us. Tears sometimes flow, triggered by a sense of awe of what humanity has come to. Resetting the mind In troubling … Continue reading
Presence Missed
R.I. P. Peanut–May 28, 2020 * Emotional risk Of letting go Ending the story Witnessing heart stopping * Heart breaks Presence missed Gentle soul Disappears from earthly existence * If only nine lives Was a reality And the cancer Hadn’t … Continue reading
Instant Summer
Winter and Spring have been holding hands for too long. Frost two weeks ago and now instant summer. Landscape suddenly bursting with green. I took some quick photos at a local lake already being visited by swimmers. Life is good … Continue reading
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, instant summer, Nature, photography, Poetry
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Remember
Remember when Life was easy Losing oneself in dreams * Remember when Joy flowed uninterrupted Innocent eyes twinkling * Remember when Earth sang in colours Flirting with senses * Remember when Life was easy And possibilities Sent their invitation * … Continue reading
Posted in Earth Day, Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, Earth Day, photography, Poetry
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Transformation
Behind Gossamer shadows Unknown forces shift * Ripping Into fabric Of temporal reality Spirit Endures transformation Resilience one’s foundation * Behind Lucid time Hope always reigns * V.J.’s theme: Behind https://onewomansquest.org/2020/04/13/v-j-s-weekly-challenge-92-behind/
Posted in digital art, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, digital art, photography, Poetry
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Transported into Simplicity
Treasure of simplicity Captivates imagination Transporting senses To yesteryear When freedom of movement Taken for granted *** V.J.’s theme: Transported https://onewomansquest.org/2020/04/06/v-j-s-weekly-challenge-90-transported/ Patti’s theme: Simplicity https://pilotfishblog.com/2020/04/04/lens-artists-photo-challenge-91-simplicity/
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, Lens Artist Weekly Photo Challenge, Nature, photography, Poetry
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Solace in Spring
After a long winter Spring breeze filling the air Yearning for open waters Under sunny skies Empty boardwalk Contribution to social distancing Benches empty Waiting it out Here I sit calmly With my daughter companion Wondering when it will all … Continue reading
Posted in Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, distancing, Lens Artist Weekly Photo Challenge, photography, Poetry
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Imaginary Calm
Lady seen reclining Feasting on imaginary tales Words written long ago When the world was full of wonder Today she picks up a new book Author unknown Full of cliffhangers Ending still to be written *** V. J.’s theme: Imaginary … Continue reading
Domino Effect Creating Chaos
History repeating itself Microscopic invasion World shaken Difficult times Troubled waters Ripple domino effect Grounding necessary To dissipate fears To find calm waters within To have faith That this too Shall pass V.J.’s theme: Domino Effect https://onewomansquest.org/2020/03/16/v-j-s-weekly-challenge-88-domino-effect/ Ann-Christine’s theme: Chaos … Continue reading
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, Lens Artist Weekly Photo Challenge, photography, Poetry
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Serene Moment
Morning vision Serene calm Cooling breeze Senses transfixed By wonder * V.J.’s theme: Morning https://onewomansquest.org/2020/03/09/v-j-s-weekly-challenge-87-morning/
Timeless Wonder
Pondering the theme of cliches, I’ll try to wrap my head around the enigma of time. * Time A mystery Circular and linear Intertwined in space/time continuum Affected by speed and gravity Always a factor In one’s life ~~~~ Personal … Continue reading
Posted in digital art, Photography, Poetry, Time
Tagged #VJWC, digital art, Nature, Poetry, Time
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Unfolding Trust
No matter what one’s mission A clear path can be elusive Frozen in wintry challenge Yet the heart is trusting That it will unfold As it should *** V. J.’s theme: Mission https://onewomansquest.org/2020/02/24/v-j-s-weekly-challenge-85-mission/
Dreaming
Filling empty spaces With dreams Of new shorelines Of discovery On the edge between Yesterday and tomorrow Where the sun Shines eternally bright Evaporating coming storms *** V.J.’s theme: Sun https://onewomansquest.org/2020/02/17/v-j-s-weekly-challenge-84-sun/ Patrick’s theme: Shoreline https://pixtowords.com/2020/02/16/shoreline-pic-and-a-word-challenge-220/
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, digital art, photography, Pic and a Word Challenge, Poetry
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Angel On My Shoulder
Whisper Across time Sends a message To be mindful Two strikes Next time Could be tragic *** *I was recently distracted when changing lanes while driving. Hard to get grounded with back pain. Blind spot screams. Not paying attention. Close … Continue reading
Overload
Colors quickly fading Life turning into black and white Spontaneous responses denied Rules of engagement fall apart Unable to hide in distractions Holding onto rare moments of peace Yearning for the normalcy of habits *** V.J.’s theme: Habits https://onewomansquest.org/2020/01/20/v-j-s-weekly-challenge-80-habit/
Fragility of Aging
Psyche entangled in fragility Ebb and flow of life force distracted Pain an unwelcomed visitor Unraveling quality of daily life Subtraction overwhelms Healing stands elusive Photography sits in the freezer Waiting to unthaw Journey altered *** A visit to my … Continue reading
Unlikely Portal
“Mistakes are the portals of discovery. ” (James Joyce) Candle in a mirror Illuminates portal Entrance to possibilities Creative energy surges *** **These images were created by using my sectional mirror (below) and a candle. *** Frank’s theme: Portal https://dutchgoesthephoto.net/2020/01/07/tuesday-photo-challenge-portal/ … Continue reading
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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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/
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/
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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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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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
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
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
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/
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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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
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
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
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
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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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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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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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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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/
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/
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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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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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
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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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
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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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
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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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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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
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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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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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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Aging Window
Framed facade Aging exterior Outer deception Inner treasure V.J.’s Challenge: Windows
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
Textured Sky
After days of grey In spirit of change Textured morning sky Welcomes sun’s presence Dissolving cloud cover Into a recipe For brighter days V. J.’s Challenge: Recipe Patrick’s Challenge: Texture
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, free verse, Nature, photography, Pic and a Word Challenge, Poetry
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Creative Steps
One challenge to my self-discovery was embarking on a journey of creative intent. It began with many baby steps and much frustration. I’m still crossing the bridge to materializing my vision for a photograph, but I’m pursuing the goal with joyous … Continue reading
Posted in digital art, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #fpj-photo-challenge, #VJWC, digital art, free verse, photography, Pic and a Word Challenge, Poetry
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Title Poetry
V.J. has asked us “to select from your own work, enough titles, in the order you created them, to find new meaning.” V.J.’s Challenge: Titles
Contact with a Dream
Dreaming for forty winters Heart keeping wish pocketed Waiting for contact Surprising events evolve Heart warmed by arrival of un-lived wish Joyous encounter on sands of time V.J.’s Challenge: Un-lived Lives Frank’s Challenge: Contact
Posted in Photography, Poetry
Tagged #fpj-photo-challenge, #VJWC, free verse, photography, Poetry
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Time to Bend
Detour in life of fluctuating moments Calling one to bend or stagnate Divergent thinking flowing Deviation from the norm Recreating oneself Salvaging what is treasured Walking alone, but never alone Finding a new way To be in the world V.J.’s … Continue reading
Posted in Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, free verse, photography, Pic and a Word Challenge, Poetry
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Lost Innocence
Storm of the past Still ripples to the shoreline Echoing memory of a dark story When a black-hearted antagonist With a hidden agenda Usurped child’s right to happiness Slashing innocence With no remorse Adult-child awakens To haunting memories … Continue reading
Posted in mental health, Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, free verse, mental health, Nature, photography, Poetry, PTSD
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Dark Intent
Slowly peeling away layers Of hidden intent Shadow reveals itself Veiled behind rugged charm Destroying innocent dreams Unstoppable Until life force sings again Even in the darkest of days V.J. has asked us to investigate the “paranormal” in her … Continue reading
Posted in Halloween, Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, free verse, Halloween, photography, Pic and a Word Challenge, Poetry
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River
Two photos of the Vermilion River, Capreol, Ontario. This was my childhood playground. Many fond memories. Standing still Senses melding with never-ending flow Conscious thought streams to nowhere Following river’s current Flowing to timeless somewhere River remembers I was here … Continue reading
Erosion of Distance
Pastel patterns of habit Collide with vivid dream-wishes Synchronicity awakens Distance evaporates Given gift of time V.J.’s Challenge: Distance Patrick’s Challenge: Pastel
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, free verse, Nature, photography, Pic and a Word Challenge, Poetry
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Harvesting Gratitude
Gathering of fall’s harvest Revives scents of yesteryear Flavors of heritage Slipping into present moments Cabbage rolls and perogies Wafting into memories of mother A lover of gardens A gentle soul A survivor of war’s evils Calling … Continue reading
Field of Awareness
Attention flavored with intention Creative eye enticed Blade of grass, waving in the wind Fixing gaze, yet vigilant of surroundings Selective focal point Tuning-out distractions Mindful of moment’s gift V.J.’s Challenge: Attention
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, free verse, Nature, photography, Poetry
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Character
Character emerges Through the twists and turns of life Shining bright Unwavering Soul’s gift to self Baseline of all actions Strength in doing what’s right Overpowering shadows of past mistakes A watchful sentinel A warrior for all that is good … Continue reading
Moving Shadows
Dappled landscape Shimmering shadows Play of light and dark Transforming my path Shaded symphony of colors Dancing to the cool breeze Mesmerizing moments Embracing silent artistry Frank’s Challenge: Light and Dark V.J.’s Challenge: Shadows … Continue reading
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #fpj-photo-challenge, #VJWC, Nature, photography, Poetry
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If Only I’d Known…
Choices made without a map Expectations ingrained of future success and happiness Blind to destiny’s hand Antagonist rises Igniting the embers Smoke slowly overwhelms Red flags wave in random moments Unheeded by innocent eyes Firestorm builds Reactive … Continue reading
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, free verse, Nature, photography, Pic and a Word Challenge, Poetry
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Creative Foundation
Personal story Glue that holds one together Evolves endlessly True self searching for meaning Only found in the moment “““ Creative spirit Foundation of all that comes Witnesses the joy Soaring one to greater heights Red tide turns to crystal … Continue reading
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, Colleen's Weekly Tanka Tuesday Poetry Challenge, photography, Poetry, tanka
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Lifting My Eyes
Lifting my eyes towards the sky Questions arise… Are we in the midst of the beginning of the end? Are the oceans really dying? Will the dolphins continue to pulse their joyful song? Will the moon be crying for … 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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It’s All Relative
Spanning eons of transformation I’ve witnessed the birth of civilizations And their eventual demise I am the heartbeat of the universe I have power over night and day The sun and moon dance to my rhythm Stars watch my … Continue reading
Posted in Nature, Photography, Poetry
Tagged #VJWC, free verse, Nature, photography, Poetry
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My Name Is …
V.J. prompt this week is to explore walking in someone else’s skin or to see something from a new perspective. Let me introduce you to my sister. Some may think we’re twins, but we are very different. She is … Continue reading
Conversations with Self
All day long I speak silently To myself Sometimes It’s a to-do list Sometimes It’s catching memories Sometimes It’s following a dream Sometimes it’s a harder conversation Sometimes I catch myself sliding into negativity But I am not … Continue reading
Journey to Self
Through twists and turns Looking back on feelings of home Smiling at special moments But always something missing Accepting what was A story in the making A journey to self Never found Playing many roles Looking and not … Continue reading
Epic Celebration
(Poetic words in celebration of my oldest daughter’s beach wedding in Kauai, Hawaii last summer.) Moments walk away On winds of time Epic journey continues Lubricating emotions Warming ocean breezes Whisper songs of forever (Winds of Kauai blowing … Continue reading
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