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…
This week’s Lens-Artists challenge invites us to see what is magical in the world around us. We can create magic with our perspectives, both the lens and our attitudes. Ever since my thirties, when I was able to visit many of the US National Parks, nature has been my muse, my sanctuary, and a place…
I decided to switch focus for this post and join a photography challenge called the Lens Challenge. This week’s challenge is to post unique images. Unique can be anything from a person, place, experience, or image that is unique to us. If you want to join, here is the lens challenge from Amy. These are…
~ ~ lush green autumnal moss tickle my heart and toes a carpet of velvet delights soothing ~ ~ autumn glowing goodness nature’s sweet harmony a symphony of sound and light harvest ~ I enjoyed a mellow Thanksgiving weekend as the cap to a quiet autumn. I connected with a few friends and a couple…
~ crispness in the air the smell of decaying leaves trees glow with color radiant sunsets proceed some of my autumn delights ~ I recently had a beautiful reminder about the power of gratitude, and plan to make a routine of finding something or someone to appreciate. My life is better when I make it…
writing to freedom 