Two days after we landed, boxes and all, I fell ill with the flu. Friends and family unpacked while I slept my way through feverish chills and sweats and all the other fun things that come with this bug. Yesterday, I regained a sense of normalcy, and could finally focus on my new surroundings. Of […]
A cruel masterthe ticking clockSo much potentialGet it done! I rush past shadowscrumple the pagesfailed attemptsmounting What of dreams?Of life’s destiny?How I worshipat the altar of should Even with positivityfantastical notions fall shortI argue against uncertaintymeet only disapproval There is no magicno pre-destined famejust dust gatheringThe dead are unimpressed. (Image my own)
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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