There is comfortin old friendships,reminders of thingsforgotten, of misguidedadventures, and the follyof youth; and there is hopeinstilled by the passage of timeand the evidence that while lifechanges, some things endure, and;it is in the comfort of old friendshipsthat we find strength to believe in ourselves,and the will to penetrate lingering angst, andembrace the possibility of […]
It was desireled me hereburied me alive Lust borrowedfrom lonelinesshis heart a tomb Flesh from fleshcan be extractedpsyche requires exorcism. (Tuesdays, I borrow from Twitter @Vjknutson. Image my own.)
Solitude.I dream ofpanoramic silence –breathtakingboundless sanctity. Solitude.Wrapped in separatenesscardboard walls fallencurling corners of instability –no refuge in stillness. Solitude.Smothering starknessmadness reverberatingcanyons of alonenessoverbearing. Solitude.Persevereregale momentsfeathered encountersfaces on screenstendernessin voices. Solitude.Grace finds memercy lifts soulpossibilityopens the doorpanoramic. (This is a rewrite of an older poem, last appearing here in August, 2018. I submit it for Reena’s […]
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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