An incorrigible hagengages my loneliness –like an assassin sniffing outany scent of vulnerability I am lowering standardsthis history of imprisonmentenabling inappropriate openings I cry for new perspectiveponder after boundariesintending to defend Like an unwanted bullseyeI am pursued on repeatmalice considering mea problem to be solved Who is this old womanwhose thoughts are daggerswho calls upon […]
I know that abyss āswallowed up as I waspunch-drunk on darkness Bled as I emerged,each reach a scrape āthere was release too Revived now, I honourthat passage, recognizethe making of a woman. (Making of a Woman first appeared here, December 2021. Image: self portrait in ink)
One Woman's Quest II 
Excellent place to relax and refill energy.
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Sure is! Thanks
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Absolutely the best way to rehabilitate is letting Mother Nature lend a hand! Hope the rehab is going well for him VJ
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Thanks Tina. He’s home. It’s a slow slope
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I know it well VJ – hang in there!
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VJ, these are beautiful images! Really love the heron shot!
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Thanks Susi.
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You’re welcome, VJ! May I post the image with what you’ve inspired in me? All credit to you, of course.
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I’d be honoured!
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ā¤ Thank you, VJ, look for a piece within the week. š
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Actually, I’m going to post it now! š Hope you enjoy it!
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Thank goodness for these urban oases that can recharge our batteries!
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Absolutely! Thanks š
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These are gorgeous VJ! I saw from the comments above that Ric’s home, so I hope that means he’s well on his way to recovery.
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Thanks Terri, as do I!
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Balm for the soul, nature is healing. Best place to get away.
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Absolutely. Thanks š
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Glad to hear Ric is on the mend and at home. Thanks for the reminder to breathe…
Best to you both, Sarah
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Thanks so much Sarah!
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Pure bliss!
I hope Ric’s recovery is going well.
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Thanks Heather. Well, he’s home….
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Yes, taking a moment or two is certainly a good thing š
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VJ, enjoy the respite along with the heron. Keith
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Thanks Keith. Hubby comes home today. Respite on hold for a bit.
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Such serentity in these three photos.
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Glad I could convey it, Liz. No one else there. A soothing moment.
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A very good blood pressure lowerer. š
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