Is the writing on the wall so cryptic?Graphic images depict rageflames of dissonanceyoung men bleeding at their own handscompassion incapacitated. A sad awakening for a society fixatedon rights and privileges, dominating culture excluding the nurtureof humanity, or preservation of life. How can we continue to closet our children’s pain – their vitality oozing – hopelessly […]
Restlessness accompanies meon this sojourn today –unfazed by ripe redbelly of robin,or shimmering emeraldof breeding merganser’s crown. My lens seeks out decay –rotting wood, darkened cavities,as if my soul craves reassurancethat life persists even where deathhovers – I need a sign Discontent, I move on-drive the river roadsnail’s pace – praying forsomething to shakethis malaise […]
Infernal trek!Wasted, mindless daysthese chains of self-reproach Will I never reachyearned for peace? Carry this burdeninto the wind,feet shufflingeyes skyward Stalwart treesobserve my passage,birds offer accompaniment,sun’s warmth charms Nature intervenes –peace is present. (My image)
Lovely capture, with equally amazing thought 🙂
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Thanks so much!
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I concur with the comments of your other readers! A walk in nature restores my unsettled equilibrium like nothing else.
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There is nothing quite like it.
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I find walks with nature very peaceful and calming. Lovely piece, V.J.
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Thanks Eugi! Me too.
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That looks like a huge tractor. Wonderful entry for both challenges 😀
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Love the challenge!
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I love this one V.J.! Being out in nature can really put things into perspective, can’t it?
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It can! Thank you Terri.
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awesome words to reflect upon! 🙂
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Thanks Wendi!
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my pleasure VJ!
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Lovely post! I find walks very healing as well. 🙂
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Thanks Julie. Nothing like it.
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Excellently done! ❤
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Thanks Deborah!
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You are welcome! ❤
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Really puts things into perspective!
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It does! Thanks Heather.
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Welcome!
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Reblogged this on Reena Saxena and commented:
VJs take on Exploration Challenge #123
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I like the last line the best.
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Thanks, Reena!
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