Bouquets Of All Sorts

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What turns an ordinary sentence into poetic prose or poetry? Amid the varying formats and sometimes freestyle, somewhere within the structured syntax, a seed of thought is unfurled, one hopes, in a succinct, melodic and/or symbolic and moving manner. Movingly encouraging us to express ourselves in this or any way about consequential issues is a poignant poem by Rajani called Untitled -19, the word prompt at Poets and Storytellers United that inspired my verse below, as did nature's poems, the blooms I see on my walks. As well, I've added two more paintings from the walls of the Eye Clinic in Vancouver. Creatives have their say with paint and with words.
   

The 1988 ethereal art gift (below) to the Eye Clinic is Sunset by Philippe Raphanel.
The compelling piece below, donated in 1987, is by Peter Winterhalter Aspell.
Explore more at Poets and Storytellers United, SKYWATCH and Saturday's Critters. 


Because the state of our planet is the most pressing issue of our time, link up and learn about the  Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) Report.

HOLD ONTO THE LIGHT

Comments

  1. Spare Parts and PicsSeptember 12, 2024 at 12:46 PM

    The bloom photos are gorgeous! The Philippe Raphanel painting reminds me a little too much of the wildfires happening right now in our local foothills and mountains.

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  2. Yogi♪♪♪September 12, 2024 at 12:57 PM

    Great photos, wonderful poem.

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  3. TomSeptember 12, 2024 at 1:47 PM

    ...Maria, there can never be too many flowers!

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  4. Shiju SugunanSeptember 13, 2024 at 12:03 AM

    You see beautiful blooms on your walks. Your poem is nice. It's a beautiful and inspiring exploration of the creative process.

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  5. MarjaSeptember 13, 2024 at 12:04 AM

    Great poetic images I love 'Beauty cloaks darkness' That's the strength of poetry. Love your photos and that first painting is intriguing and beautiful

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  6. mvmaithaiSeptember 13, 2024 at 6:24 AM

    Is the bird a crow?
    Love the flowers and your poem.

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  7. Rose PSeptember 13, 2024 at 7:42 AM

    Apt insights and beautiful images. I especially like the crow and the dandelion. :)

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  8. RommySeptember 13, 2024 at 11:32 AM

    I've found some interesting blooms in the back of my mind too. Some of them definitely needed full sunlight to reach their potential.

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  9. TerrebelSeptember 13, 2024 at 2:53 PM

    Thank you for sharing these wonderful images. Am intrigued by the man flying under the circle of flowers. Any idea who the artist is? And yes, the planet is precious and although air pollution gives us amazing sunsets, we would be wise to make sure our grandchildren still can enjoy nature and little things like breathing without difficulties.

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    1. Penelope NotesSeptember 13, 2024 at 4:23 PM

      Thank you for stopping by. Yes, the artist of this digitally created piece is me combined with the help of tools provided by art programs such as Adobe. :)

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  10. Rosemary Nissen-WadeSeptember 13, 2024 at 5:25 PM

    Wonderful images, and I enjoyed the reflections on poetry in your opening notes. I also love the clarity, craft, and above all the recommendations in your poem – very apt re Rajani's poetry which, I'm reminded, always amazes me as exemplifying 'beauty cloaks darkness.'

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  11. Jae RoseSeptember 13, 2024 at 9:37 PM

    I love your tender address to poetry and creativity - left me feeling uplifted so thank you - jae

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  12. J Cosmo NewberySeptember 14, 2024 at 2:20 AM

    Pictures and words. Thank you.

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  13. AnonymousSeptember 14, 2024 at 2:42 AM

    Say how life flows...yes indeed we should and each poet expresses this in their own individual way. Beautiful flowers....Rall

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  14. Hena TayebSeptember 14, 2024 at 6:50 AM

    Beautiful flowers. And a lovely poem to match.

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  15. eileeninmdSeptember 14, 2024 at 7:34 AM

    Hello,
    Great shot of the Crow! I love all the flowers! I enjoyed your words and poem. Shaking out the doubt and finding bouquets in the minds lost garden, they are words that fit me well at times. Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, enjoy your day and have a great weekend. PS, thank you for leaving me a comment.

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  16. MELODY JACOBSeptember 14, 2024 at 5:28 PM

    This piece beautifully captures the essence of transforming simple thoughts into something more profound and evocative. The blend of poetic inspiration and personal reflection highlights the power of both words and art to express and resonate.

    I wish you a lovely weekend. You are invited to read my new blog post: https://www.melodyjacob.com/2022/10/how-to-break-out-of-nzu-addiction.html

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  17. BreathtakingSeptember 15, 2024 at 3:22 AM

    Hello :)
    The sea view, flowers, and crow, are beautifully photographed and I found your opening creative reflection on the written word, and your poem inspiring.
    All the best
    Sonjia.

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  18. carol l mckennaSeptember 15, 2024 at 8:35 AM

    Marvelous nature photos ~ and always beautiful word compositions here ~ thanks, hugs,

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

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  19. AnuSeptember 15, 2024 at 10:36 PM

    Nice poem and beautiful flowers.

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  20. Rajani RehanaSeptember 18, 2024 at 8:22 AM

    Great blog

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  21. jossinaSeptember 18, 2024 at 9:14 PM

    Beautiful flowers, photos, paintings, and poem..... a real bouquet

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  22. purplepeninportland.comSeptember 20, 2024 at 4:59 PM

    'beauty cloaks darkness' - That says a great deal. Thank you for sharing the exquisite photos and paintings.

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