Free But Not Really

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My aspirations are far-flung and seemingly flying freely like the ball (mid-air in the distance) but not really. Somewhat like the kite, eliciting a few words below, life comes with stings attached as we rise and fall and rise again, trying to stay buoyant.
There is a shade of blue breaking through the rippling clouds.
There are shady spots to escape the heat and wander ... 
and the welcomed cooling of breezes.
Cool creations surprise along the way in unexpected places ...
and there are snuggly spaces to hide.
There is faded beauty getting acquainted with its next phase ...
and fresh seeds for a taste of what will become.
And since all things come and go, there is simple contentment in watching life's flow.
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HOLD ONTO THE LIGHT

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  1. carol l mckennaAugust 17, 2023 at 11:52 AM

    Always such creative photography here~ love the cozy beach 'tent' ~ umbrella ~ Wow!

    Wishing you good health, laughter and love in your days,
    A ShutterBug Explores,
    aka (A Creative Harbor)

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  2. Spare Parts and PicsAugust 17, 2023 at 12:29 PM

    Beautiful, dramatic skies! The last photo made me smile. I can remember my son's fascination with tractors and such!

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  3. JimAugust 17, 2023 at 12:35 PM

    Great shots.

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  4. eileeninmdAugust 18, 2023 at 3:11 AM

    Hello,
    Beautiful images, I always love a beach scene and the lovely skies. Beautiful poem and a pretty sunflower. My grandson loves to watch the big machines at work. Take care, have a great day and happy weekend! Take care, have a great day and happy weekend!

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  5. Rosemary Nissen-WadeAugust 18, 2023 at 5:56 AM

    A joy to read and see.

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  6. JocelynAugust 18, 2023 at 6:32 AM

    Great shots.

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  7. colleenAugust 18, 2023 at 7:52 AM

    I love the idea of fate as the hand on a kite. Your cloudscapes are fantastic. Turn my world upside down!

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  8. Sallie (FullTime-Life)August 18, 2023 at 1:13 PM

    I think being free but not really is kind of perfect -- I need to be anchored to those people and places I love while still free to be myself. On a less philosophical level, I think the lady walking along the shoreline is enjoying the beach in a perfect way ..Getting some exercise while contemplating the wonder of the ocean, dress to be safe from the sun's rays.. none of that dopey lounging around on the hot sand -- definitely a perfect day.

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  9. Yogi♪♪♪August 18, 2023 at 4:57 PM

    What a great poetic post you make for us. I love the idea about life is watching the flow. I love watching the flow.

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  10. mvmaithaiAugust 18, 2023 at 6:03 PM

    Love your poem and all the photos, especially the rippling clouds and the shade. Have a great weekend!

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  11. MarjaAugust 18, 2023 at 7:32 PM

    Beautiful images and words So you are heading towards autumn now. We have the garden full of daffodils

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  12. Debi SwimAugust 19, 2023 at 6:46 AM

    Love your words and your pictures... I feel refreshed.

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  13. Sunra RainzAugust 19, 2023 at 4:05 PM

    A refreshing exhilarating post! :-)

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  14. JimAugust 19, 2023 at 7:51 PM

    I like your pictures this week. I'll choose the bottom one, the Dad and the Lad on bikes watching construction in progress. Like you poem lines also, I would argue that the whole of the kite except for the tail is ONE GIANT WING. Perhaps, huh? Anyway, if I wrote to the picture I would take that route, one whole being is a wing.
    ..

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    1. Penelope NotesAugust 20, 2023 at 7:02 AM

      Thanks for this, Jim! I see it your way now and love the idea of it being "one giant wing". :)

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  15. CadAugust 20, 2023 at 5:18 AM

    Just the place to take a stroll and enjoy the freedom...

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  16. Mrs. TrellisAugust 20, 2023 at 5:58 AM

    Very fine photographs. Thank you for letting us see.

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  17. HelenAugust 20, 2023 at 5:01 PM

    Wonderful images, you make 'faded' look good! My favorite was the little boy and gentleman on bicycles.

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  18. Shiju SugunanAugust 20, 2023 at 9:24 PM

    Such a beautifully written post with excellent images! Thank you for sharing this poetic perspective on life's journey.

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  19. DeniseinVAAugust 24, 2023 at 5:51 PM

    Wonderful images! I always enjoy your words and beautiful poems.

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