There is safety in apart-ment living;would corral the little ones, declareresponsibility, obligations as a maskfor this self-banishing compulsion… except that I am lying prone, exposed –brains spilling onto concrete – shadowsrevealing the darkness of my condition,hopelessly locked in physical inertia. I am an unwitting contributor toscientific (and pseudo) probing:audacious autopsies pronouncingconclusive evidence of motives. Too […]
Not programmed to comply –cannot tolerate oppression:a pressure cookerready to explode Do-gooders sit upstraight and smileencouragement:I slouch defiance Don’t ask me to respectthat which is disrespectful –my fuse is shortof that I’m certain Don’t slot me;leave me –creative inspirationis not lacking here I’m a free agenta incorrigible scamp –authority doesn’t scare me’cause I’m beyond control. […]
Every child bears the sparkof eternity’s promise…Where’s the threat in that? What mechanism of hateequates slaughterof innocents with justice? This is society’s bane –the unconscionable policiesof greed lacking accountability (Tuesdays I borrow from Twitter @Vjknutson. Image my own)
Really interesting piece . It’s amazing how we see things differently when we walk especially while we have not been walking for a while. Keep walking !
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Thank you 🙏 😊
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I enjoy photowalks. I can get lost for hours in the woods or a quiet park.
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Me too! Thanks for dropping by. Following you now to see your photo walks.
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The scene looks like a subtle and gentle passing of the season.
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Yes. It was late day and the light was perfect for creating a soft glow.
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I’m learning that light is critically important for conveying the feeling of a scene.
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It really is.
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The park looks peaceful and inviting. I’m glad you were able to enjoy it without a crowd.
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Thanks Tanja.
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What a beautiful spot V.J. and your photos bring it to life. The benches just seem to call one to sit and enjoy a moment of serenity
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Thanks Tina!
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Love those trees out there! So serene…
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Thanks. A good place for reflection.
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A silent and serene walk – I’d love t sit under one of those trees on one of the benches. A beautiful area.
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Thank you. The playground is on the other side of the river, so this side is usually quiet. So nice.
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What a beautiful area, and what beautiful photos!
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Thanks. Our little town has many beautiful walking places.
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What a beautiful space. I’m getting out and enjoying our parks right now too. Grateful for a beautiful autumn.
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What a lovely space. I’m getting outside and enjoying out parks as much as possible right now too. Grateful for a beautiful autumn.
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Autumn certainly sparks creativity. Thanks Linda.
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Just beautiful! 🙂 ❤
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Thanks Deborah!
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Nice photos. Very serene looking.
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Thanks John. We need serene these days.
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Such a soothing spot, to fresh up the mind and heart
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It really is. Hope you are feeling better.
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Yes, I’m feeling much better 🙂
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That’s awesome!
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Such an enjoyable photo walk. I’m also I drawn to thethese benches, beautiful and quiet places to rest and enjoy the wonderful scenery. Thank you for sharing with us, VJ. 🙂
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Thanks Amy.
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Looks like a lovely greenspace.
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Thanks Heather. It is. Green for now, anyway.
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Hopefully for a while longer! You’re welcome.
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