Soulful Waters
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autumn reflections
sweet waters to calm your mind
bridges to the soul
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Being near water always soothes my soul, whether a river, lake or ocean. Then add the extra beauty of fall colors, reflections on water, and something magical happens. The colors this year have been extra vivid, bringing out the richness of the autumn season. Even though I’ve been working a lot, the few moments I’ve been outdoors have been very nourishing to my body, mind, and soul. I’m grateful for nature’s ever-changing bounty and beauty.
May they nourish your soul.
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I hear you about the soothing effect of water, Brad. I’m the same way, and we are fortunate to have a stream nearby.
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That’s wonderful Cynthia. I have a creek about a half mile away.
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Yes, you are right, Brad, nature always nourishes our soles by its beauty, regards Mitza
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Agreed. Thanks Mitza.!
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Too right Brad. I have just got back from an afternoon at the beach, it was lovely listening to the music of the reef. So calming. 🤗
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Thanks Isis. The beach sounds wonderful! 🙂
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This is so perfect today. So much madness and stress going on around the globe….including here in the UK….We all need to stop and be with Mother Nature. Thank you Brad. 🙂
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You’re most welcome Janet. I’m glad nature and I could offer some soothing today. 🔽
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Nature soothes the soul. This is beautiful, Brad…
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I especially like that last image. 😊
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🙂
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Thanks Julie! ☺
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I loved the title! And your poem felt deeply beautiful. I feel the same to be true – being near water is so soothing and the fall colors just make life feel rich.
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I’m glad you could you could share in the soothing energy.
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Lovely & tranquil~
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Thanks Cindy. Sail away…. 🙂
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bridges indeed, beautifully said!
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Thank you Neha.
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A lovely haiku, Brad.
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Thank you Robbie!
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This is so beautiful, I wish I was still nearby a ravine, so much calmness and so much serinety
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Thank you Gemma. I hope you find other water or sources of peace.
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A lovely tranquil post Brad, that brings a little peace to my soul.
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Thank you Andrea. I’m grateful when my words or photos touch another’s soul. ❤
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Such profound thoughts, Brad. …Bridges to the soul. It seems so many people (rich or poor, powerful or downtrodden) actually do seem to have a disconnect with their soul. Here’s to bridges, my friend. Hugs.
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Thank you and agreed Teagan. Far too many of us live lives of disconnection. I’ve had long periods myself, so I know the pain it brings.
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Water is so refreshing! Really enjoyed your photos!
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Agreed. Thanks Ka.
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I love the sound that it brings.
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Yes Bryan. That’s another aspect I love.
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So beautiful Brad. I agree that being near water is soothing and therapeutic. Have a good week 🙂
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Thank you Miriam. Water is wonderful! Sometimes it brings out the kid in me too. 🙂
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Absolutely!
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Beautiful picture and sentiment!!
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Thank you Kirt!
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Serene and tranquility one feels near the waters of any kind and such beautiful words of calmness and beauty, Brad. Lovely pictures too.
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Agreed Kamal. Thanks for sharing in the peace and appreciation.
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Welcome Brad. May we all respond to peace and love.
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Brad I loved the peace this post created and your wonderful images, Water is so cleansing and recharges our batteries as it energises us, we are after all made up with the majority of water parts.. 😀 Autumn this year seems to have been more magnificent than ever.. ❤ and its good to get away in nature even for a short while.. It brings us back into balance.. ❤ 🙂 I feel refreshed after my own time away from technology.. ❤
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Thank you Sue. I’m glad you could share in the peace and beauty of this scene. Yes, autumn put on a nice show this year here too. Kudos on taking time away to nurture your soul. Hugs and blessings. ❤
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Much love back Brad… Enjoy your week 🙂
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Thanks!
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I love it so much, Brad! I love that you embrace the Haiku as you pair it with incredible photos and the truth of your soul feel so much more free to me!
I know you said you are working more…but it seems that almost helps us realize how special it is to be able to be out in nature and to feel such Grace!
Hope your Thanksgiving was filled with good times and good friends.
I’ve missed you…but always sent good energy when I thought about you 😁
Enjoy this weekend!
💜
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Thank you Lorrie. I too miss you and send loving thoughts your way. Working does seem to give me a more positive focus than idleness. 🙂 May we rise in love.
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Lovely…
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Thank you Bette.
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