Tell my woes to Rivershe listens graciouslyan empathic mirror Not so the Jackdawwhose arrogant clatteringderides self-pity Slaps me consciousfor I am victim, yes, andif not careful, abuser. (Tuesdays, I borrow from Twitter @Vjknuton.Image my own)
Children moanreflect the day’s gloom We are virus-cautiousconfined indoors While ‘I-wannas’buzz at windowpanes and news feeds mountthe terror – I scream silently, pray foruncommon patience Pause as eagle,soaring overhead tips a wing my waybids me a good day. (Eugi’s Weekly Prompt is soaring. Image my own)
I lied. The initial seed of disappointment has fermented, and in the absence of confrontation, grown roots written sorrowful chaptersconclusion: unworthiness Why couldn’t I just have said:I don’t understandthis makes me unhappy? Where did I learn that prevarication protectsthat I alone am responsible for emotionsthat I do not matter? Decades laterI still cannot uproot the […]
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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