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 –swallowed up as I waspunch-drunk on darkness Bled as I emerged,each reach a scrape –there 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)
Nothing better than family time any time of the year. Thank you for sharing, VJ!
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My pleasure Eugi. A heart warming day.
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Great observations, with photos to match!
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Thanks Lou!
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These photos capture the comfort of family. Just wonderful!
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Thanks Heather.
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Beautiful memories.
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Yes, thanks.
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I couldn’t agree with you more about those lessons. Thank you for sharing your happy family photos with us. It looks like you had a wonderful Christmas!
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Such a blessing. Thanks Liz.
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You’re welcome, VJ.
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Lovely photos. And great lessons learned
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Thanks Sadje.
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My pleasure
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