Priceless
"Someone has a great fire in his soul and nobody ever comes to warm themselves at it, and passers-by see nothing but a little smoke ... " - from Van Gogh Letters
There is often something we don't have but want, no matter what walk of life. Dreams big and small play in our minds, whether the yearning is for better health, wealth, companionship or fame. Some dream of escaping war or poverty or having a safe bed in which to rest. Endless dreams drift in and out of our waking hours amid realities that can take us down harsh roads. Vincent Van Gogh, this week's prompt at Poets and Storytellers United, had no income. His paintings were viewed as worthless and he died dejected. He'd be shocked to know his work was worth millions today not only because it stirs emotions but because of his personal tragic story. The fruits of his passion were savoured only after his death and decades later at exhibits such as one I visited HERE.
Sometimes dreams do come true but too late for the dreamer ...
making any breath taken with awe and wonder, even in moments unfulfilled, priceless.
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ReplyDeleteLove your poem and the Van Gogh exhibit is beautiful. Take care, have a great day!
Your poem is stunning Absolutely love it. I am a big fan of van Gogh and went to that show as well where they project his paintings on walls as on your photos. I hope you have a wonderful week Maria
ReplyDeleteYour poem is beautiful, and the Van Gogh exhibit is stunning.
ReplyDeleteHappy Thursday!
...Vincent Van Gogh was a genius!
ReplyDeleteA sad story indeed. Hopefully he had some inkling that his work would be appreciated by others in the future.
ReplyDeleteWe have two Van Gogh things going on in Tulsa right now. We are going to go see one here in a week or two. It looks pretty incredible.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful exhibit and a beautiful poem you wrote.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the great pictures to go with your beautiful words.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the van Gogh expose. We've had a traveling exhibition here but I missed it. We did go the van Gogh Museum in St. Remy, where he admitted himself to being locked up, and where the orchard I wrote about is located. Yes, some of those same trees still there.
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What an amazing experience it must have been to attend that particular exhibition! Yes – such contradictions in his brief and tragic, yet inspired and inspirational life. I love your poem. That first line is perfect! And then you elaborate on it so well.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed walking this exhibit with you. I especially LOVE that opening quote from the Van Gogh letters.
ReplyDeleteImmersed in Van Gogh’s works to feel his inner world through senses, Maria, you wrote such a beautiful, touching poem, which I really love. I love the quote from Van Gogh Letters, too. Among all his works, Starry Night is my favorite.
ReplyDeleteMy book club read 'The Secret Life Of Sunflowers' earlier this year. It is based on the true story of van Gogh's sister in law who was greatly responsible for bringing his art to the public. I love your poem and the image that accompanies it. What a tragedy he never knew.
ReplyDeleteLove your poem and the paintings. Van Gogh's story mirrors the struggles of many dreamers, whose passion and talent may go unnoticed for a time, but their legacy ultimately shines through.
ReplyDeleteThat's a very touching little poem for Van Gogh.
ReplyDeleteI would love going to that exhibit. A very poignant quote from Van Gogh and I loved your poem too, as well as the photos. Being surrounded by Starry Night would be amazing. Thank you so much!
ReplyDeleteIt is the same story for many of our greatest artists. We went to the exhibition a couple years ago. It was beautiful.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful poem ~ You are so creative and Van Gogh is awesome ~ Keep dreaming ~ Xo
ReplyDeleteWishing you good health, laughter and love in your days,
A ShutterBug Explores,
aka (A Creative Harbor)
Lovely coverage Marie - how he comes back to life for us all through your offering - Marvellous...
ReplyDeleteLovely poem, Penelope! Wasn't that a fabulous show?
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