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)
Beautifully penned, V.J. Our expressions sometimes are a better reflection of how we feel.
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Yes, they are. Thanks!
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You’re welcome!
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Wonderful words and images V.J.
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Thank you!
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VJ, this is so spot-on! I’m exhausted by all the words (spoken, written) – your third image says it all so elegantly! That furrowed brow is the best icon yet for COVID Coping! Leave it to kids to not cover up reality.
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Kids do tell it the way it is. Thanks Jazz.
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Well said, Jazz!
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I agree. Simplicity is called for.
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Wonderful expressions for this week. Love your photos.
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Thank you Cee!
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So true! Beautifully done! ❤
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Thanks Deborah!
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I agree! The images and words are beautifully done.
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Amen! ❤
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Thanks Liz!
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You’re welcome, V.J.!
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