Saturday, August 6, 2011

..."a wave that rolls you over as you're ready to drown"...


from this bench.
lichened and worn.
it has seen much life.
it has heard much laughter.
it has seen much sadness.
it hears whispers of healing.
it waits for someone to sit upon.
it's curved weathered boards.
to sit.
and dream.
to smile.
and remember.

evening shadows.
are probably my favorite.
HEY HARRIET
you can choose your favorite there.
just BE.
robin.
at

18 comments:

  1. Margaret Gosden August 06, 2011

    Love your macro header! Interesting SSS photo...do wish you could bring back the Motion Monday meme!
    Edit: if it was yours?

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  2. Magical Mystical TeacherAugust 06, 2011

    And did you sit on the lonely bench? :-)

    SING A SONG OF SHADOWS

    Sing a song of shadows
    Taller than a tree!
    Sing a song of shadows
    Wider than the sea!
    Sing a song of shadows
    Dancing in the sun!
    Sing a song of shadows—
    Day is almost done!

    © 2011 by Magical Mystical Teacher

    Shadowy Bars

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  3. Tatjana ParkachevaAugust 06, 2011

    Very good photos, especially I like the second.

    Regards!

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  4. AnonymousAugust 06, 2011

    Why would you buy modern plastic furniture, when the old wooden bench holds all those memories!!

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  5. RalphAugust 06, 2011

    No matter what the age of the bench, its look is of functionality and artistry at the same time. The seating seems to arrive at the moment we need to take a break, to relax a bit. The purpose is to sit and regroup, energizing us. Any wood, either new or old and weathered accepts our being without complaint...

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  6. forgetmenotAugust 06, 2011

    Love these shots. Mickie ;)

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  7. Ms. BeckyAugust 06, 2011

    I agree Robin - evening shadows are long, lasting, and soothing. thanks for sharing yours. have a fun weekend too.

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  8. Gemma WisemanAugust 06, 2011

    Somehow evening shadows seem to offer sweet calm and comfort! Love your words and the fascinating shadow perspectives in your photos!

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  9. bjAugust 06, 2011

    Evening shadows..my favorite, too.
    Love this!

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  10. genieAugust 06, 2011

    I agree with the rest of the commenters....evening shadows are absolutely the best. Beautiful captures this week. The colors and textures are stunning. Wonderful photography. Genie

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  11. ShydubAugust 07, 2011

    Beautiful poem, thanks for sharing

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  12. Paula Scott Molokai Girl StudioAugust 07, 2011

    You wrote that brilliant piece of prose, didn't you? Amazing....

    and-be still my heart-RUST! love it. There is something magical about the quality of evening.

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  13. UnknownAugust 07, 2011

    Gorgeous afternoon shadows. Love the old can sitting on the bench, the contrast of textures is fantastic. Well done.

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  14. A Wild ThingAugust 07, 2011

    LOVE your header, simple country life...I'm being serenaded by the neighborhood roos, back and forth each in sync, they call in a sunrise...what a beautiful morn, we had a T-storm with a wonderful much needed rain...been a tough year for gardening this year, but today I have a date with a bushel of tomaters and the sun, as we Northuners know all too well what's on the horizon...I won't say it...K...

    Hey Tilda...I have a free rooster for ya...will deliver...(I wish) have a great Sunday kids!

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  15. E Makes ArtAugust 07, 2011

    Evening shadows are my favorite too. And I'd love to sit on that bench to dream, and listen.

    xoEsther

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  16. BLOGitseAugust 08, 2011

    Just perfect!

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  17. Lisa's RetroStyleAugust 08, 2011

    Sweet shots...and words. The second is my fav :)

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  18. Beverley BairdAugust 08, 2011

    What lovely shadows and beautiful words!

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i am so blessed you sat with me and shared your thoughts.