~ ~ hope, fear, joy, and doubt collide with supercell force choices are brewing ~ My mind is spinning and my emotions are roiling as I ponder life choices. Do I want to move, to travel, to own, to rent? I had thought that having a nest egg would remove my stress over money, but…
~ arctic winds howling a bold winter safari hunting frozen prize ~ ~ My words might seem like a contradiction, but I like icy cold weather in small amounts. Thankfully, in NW Arkansas, we have brief periods of cold with overall mild winters. During January’s arctic cold spell, I was even cold indoors, but still…
~ flowers or treats what opens your hidden gate would you share the codes I’ll whisper sweet songs dance to a funky beat create a fine feast or write lame poetry if only you’ll be mine ~ ~ My romantic side has been quiet for so long, my parts are rusty and out of shape.…
This week Edigio challenged the lens artists to explore warm colors and how they affect us. Colors can affect our moods and well-being; everything from our clothes, home decorations, rooms, and nature. There is a long history of color being used therapeutically. “Color is a power which directly influences the soul.” ~ Wassily Kandinsky Here…
This week Sofia asked us to explore the contrasts of light (day and night) for the Lens-Artist Challenge. Her photos beautifully portray the changing light as we move from day to night and winter to spring. Donna walked us through one day with a range of light and subjects. I focused on one setting (over…
~ deep cold artic weather settles over the land freezing ponds, pipes, and bones resigned ~ schools close people shelter stoking fireplace and heater a losing battle for home warmth defeat ~ bundle layers of clothes slow the arctic windchill slipping on icy roads and walks severe ~ serene beautiful views fresh white pristine landscapes…
I’m late, but here is my entry for the Lens-Artist Challenge #281. Anne-Christine asked us to share our favorite images from 2023. They can be picked for beauty, memories, art, or any reason. Mine are mostly from my apartment grounds or nearby parks since I’ve traveled so little in the last few years. Thankfully, I’ve…
~ This post is a response to the challenge below. It is my way to say goodbye to 2023 and my mother. Her passing was like an early winter storm, wrapped around my heart. Slowly my heart is thawing, making room for new growth. May we find ways to keep our hearts open with compassion…
~ early cold light perched by the fireplace time to refresh and reflect embers of lost dreams rekindled on heartbeats welcome the new year ~ This is my entry for Colleen’s latest season’s syllabic poetry challenge. Your mission, should you decide to accept, is to write a seasonal poem using kigo words and phrases that…
~ sleet-covered ground forms an icy blanket bring winter desolation stark fields of frozen dreams ~ a feeble attempt to stave off sadness buying a new calendar loneliness fills my heart ~ singing and dancing a mix of feelings mellow vibes fill the room while trimming the Christmas tree ~ ~ This week I shifted…
writing to freedom 