I haven’t participated in a Crimson’s Creative Challenge in eons. I saw this image yesterday and had a great idea and a “matchy-matchy” photo. But then, this morning, I read David Kanigan’s post and it just fit with the image so I decided to totally steal from him, and then had to use another photo. After all, Crispina says anything goes: answering photo, caption, quote… so, quote it is! Thank you, David 😉
But then, this is not really my thing. While I feel this was a nice way to respond to the challenge, I still felt I should write a little something of my own, so my two cents’ worth, inspired by Merwin’s poem and yet another image, is after;)
If we are separated I will
try to wait for you
on your side of things
your side of the wall and the water
and of the light moving at its own speed
even on leaves that we have seen
I will wait on one side
while a side is there
— W.S. Merwin, “Travelling Together” from The Rain in the Trees
While we are separated, I will
think of you
from my side of things
I will walk the dappled paths
that meander along the water
knowing that time and light will do their thing
until the day we can
hand in hand
play with the shadows
trying to hold time still
Love it so much. So much.
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Thank you, lovely one!
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Ahhh, so beautiful!
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Thank you so much, Lucy.
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Oh my that’s wonderful
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Thank you so much, JP!
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Beautiful, Dale. 😊
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Thank you, sweet John. 🤗
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Good night, Dale.
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And good morning to you, John 🙂
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Good morning, Dale. 🤗
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Hope you have a beautiful and not too busy day!
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Hahahaha. Thank you. Never busy. 😊
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You lie. You are ALWAYS busy 😉
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A little lie. I had my fingers crossed. 🤞🏻
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Tee hee! Doesn’t mean it’s a full-steam ahead, in a rush busy… 😉
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No more a take each task as it comes, busy.
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Without causing yourself undo stress 🙂
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No stress. That’s a good idea. I need to practice that.
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Yes, you do. A little goes a long way…
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This is beautiful, Dale ❤️
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Thank you, Shweta 💞
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Still time, and put it on hold. Meditate on dappled light and play in the shadows until time to pick up where you left off and continue on your path. Wonderful poem, Dale. I love the photos of pathways in the trees.
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What a wonderful comment, Tim. Thank you! I can only lay claim to two of the three and I appreciate that you love them 🙂
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You are welcome. Two wonderful photos.
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I just have to join the others, Dale. Beautiful.
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Thank you, Jilly. I was inspired. 🙂
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I work with families who have lost loved ones to large truck crashes. Your words make me think of them. Thank you.
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Oh dear. Losing family to accidents has to be the hardest thing because it is so sudden. Thank you, Dawn. I always love when I evoke memories (even if they are sad).
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Beautiful Dale.
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Thank you, David – for this and the inspiration 🙂
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Been trying to think of something more or different to write but all I get in my mind is… beautiful to the core. ❤
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Aww shucks. This will more than do, my friend. I appreciate it so much. Thank you. 🧡🧡
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Oh, I’m so glad! Chapeau, my friend!
❤🤗❤🤗❤🤗
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Merci, mon amie! xoxoxo
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Mouah moueh (with a french accent) ma cherie! 😘😘😘
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Oui! Oui! merci beaucoup! 🤗🤗😘😘
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🤗😘🤗😘🤗😘🤗
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Beautiful post, Dale. I love the photos and the words.. Sigh.
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Thank you, Merril. I felt I had to write something original (ish) and was inspired by that beautiful poem. Sigh indeed 🙂
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You’re very welcome! 💙
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Well done Dale – DK’s quote yesterday gave me much to think over too – even though I haven’t responded to his post…. I could offer you ‘tons’ of similar peaceful wood and walkways’ pix and one thing is true: Every time we walk such a walk, our head and soul become quietly content, peaceful and – together with the fresh and clean air – we also find the energy to take on another day, another ‘mile’ of our walk of life, strength for overcoming another mountain (or mole hill)….
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Thank you, Kiki. The timing was perfect because, as mentioned, I received Crispina’s photo and knew I had tons to match with hers and I never respond to her prompt till the next day at the earliest so when I read DK’s post, I knew I had to use that same poem. And then add mine.
I could not agree more. It’s not for nothing I walk for miles and miles each week. It brings me such peace and centres me.
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So beautiful, and so relevant to so many. Absolutely lovely!
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Thank you so much, Peter. I am chuffed!
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How beautifully your words flow❤❤
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I just saw my comment is non-existent. Apoligies.
And thank you for your lovely words!
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😊😊😊
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Dear Dale,
What’s not to love here. Beautiful poetry. Lovely pictures. Thank you for the bright spot.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Dear Rochelle,
Thank you so much, my friend. Glad I could provide!!
Shalom and lotsa bright love,
Dale
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Such lovely images and beautiful prose.
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Thank you, dear Monika! I was inspired by that poem. Glad you enjoyed both!
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Contemplative, sad and hopeful all at the same time. Beautifully done.
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Thank you, Pam. So very glad you appreciate it. 🙂
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Oh, Dale, this hit SO close to home. My eyes are misty. Great job! You captured the emotion!
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Guess we are sisters in spirit, then. What a great response (not that I want you sad…) Thank you so much!
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Oh, Dale, this is beautiful and light-filled, as are your photos. Needed the love today–thanks!
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Thank you, Kristine. So very glad I was able to give you some light and love!
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Q
How beautiful is this. The “trying to hold time still” is so E.E. Cummings, it’s almost scary. Well, a beautiful scary, not the creepy kind I would subject you to if we were to watch a movie of my choice, 😉
This is a wonderful piece of writing to return to. Beyond wonderful.
B
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B,
Wow. Thank you! That is a lovely thing to say. And you know if I watch a creepy movie of your choice, next time you are subject to my choice 😉
So glad you like.
Q
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It’s true. Have you ever read Cummings?
Of course that’s how it works. Although I don’t really offer up creepy fare because if you ain’t feeling it, it’s no fun. Still . . WD? I never would’ve guessed it!
Love.
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I’ve read a poem or two of his. That is high praise indeed!
Well… You know I’m willing to give it a try. I can’t explain WD either!
Love that you love.
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It’s true.
Haha! Especially when the Whisperers made the scene. Muy creepy stuff.
Love.
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You are lovely.
Wait – you ain’t seen nuthin’ yet!!
Love.
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Nuthin huh? I believe ya.
Love squared
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You will… come July 26 😉
Love in the square…
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Oh yeah?
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Yeah 🙂
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😉
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So we have both sides now 💜. Nicely done.
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Thank you, Willow 🧡
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Dale, good work. This is wonderful!
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Thank you so much, Ina. It was a different way to be inspired for me!
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This is such a delightfully exquisite post! Love it! 🤍😀
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Thank you, Samsahana! I appreciate you comment! 🙂
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This is exquisite, Dale. Really. Just stunning.
Thank you. xoxo
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Awww… Thank you, Na’ama. I’m glad I pushed myself to do a poem of my own – though inspired by the original.
You are most generous. xoxo
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I am very glad you pushed yourself to do this – because we are richer for it! 🙂
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You are so generous, my friend xoxo
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Me speak troof
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As do me…
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😀
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So, so beautiful, both the quote and your own poem. And the pictures, all three of them, are full of peace and deep breaths.
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Thank you so much. Gabriele. So glad you enjoyed it all 🙂
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You are such a good writer.
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You are extremely generous.
And I thank you for it.
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Brilliant!
No wonder you are Thunder, and one of my beautiful AGMs!
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You are brilliant!
And I thank you. You are so very sweet and generous.
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I love the greenery! 💚
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Thanks.
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Oh wow, this is beautiful. The writing, the photos. everything 🙂
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Thank you, my friend. So very glad you like 🙂
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🙂 🙂 🙂
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Good one
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Thank you
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