Artistic Impressions & The Buzz Around Broligarchy

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The beach artist reminded me of my Penelope Puddle character, maybe because of her cute hat and the creative carefree vibes she was giving out. Artists do love to come to Crescent Beach for inspiration, especially when weather is warm and people-friendly.
Most were busy sailing, swimming or playing in the sand, drawn to the water on a day when even flowers exuded sunshine. My mind, however, was buzzing around the word broligarchy,  combining "bro" and "oligarchy" to define a small group of mostly men in the tech industry who seek to rule the world. This prompt by Poets and Storytellers United inspired my few lines below:

Their wealth builds like webs upon strands
Broligarchy's grip entwining all of mankind
Eyes on the stars, nouveau rulers of masses
Storm roars in and the sticky weave crashes

At the canvas of our planet sailing the cosmic sea and surrounded by unpredictability, the beach I visited is a lovely work of art that could do with some rain clouds painted into the sky by Mother Nature. Yet the hottest temperature in Canada this summer has not been near me but rather in Lytton, B.C. at 41.3 Celsius. In 2021, Lytton broke a record at 49.6 Celsius, an unlivable 121 Degrees Fahrenheit. Powerful as some are, life, along with its human inventions, is a fragile gift no matter what our status.


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Hold Onto The Light

Comments

  1. TomAugust 28, 2025 at 10:56 AM

    ...Maria, you and the artist found a beach that isn't brimming over with people. Be sure to hold onto the light!

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  2. Spare Parts and PicsAugust 28, 2025 at 12:10 PM

    Stunning macro shot of the sunflower and bees. I'd like to be at that beach right now!

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  3. JimAugust 28, 2025 at 4:35 PM

    Beautiful.

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  4. JocelynAugust 28, 2025 at 6:45 PM

    Love the sailboats.

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  5. Shiju SugunanAugust 29, 2025 at 3:15 AM

    Loved this! The poem is vivid and thought-provoking, and the mix of beachy calm with deeper concerns felt beautifully balanced.

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  6. Rosemary Nissen-WadeAugust 29, 2025 at 5:17 AM

    Spring is trying to happen, here in my bit of Australia. I look forward to beach weather.

    It would be good if something could swamp the broligarchy!

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  7. an artist reflectsAugust 29, 2025 at 8:07 AM

    Wow! Beautiful series of photos at the beach ~ sunflower and bee are awesome ~ Lovely post as always ~ hugs and thanks,

    an artist reflects

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  8. Betty J. CrowAugust 29, 2025 at 9:01 AM

    Beautiful art! I'm a huge fan of sunflowers and you captured the bees, too.

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  9. JimAugust 29, 2025 at 10:06 AM

    O Penelope, "I'm so glad you came." Really, you gave me an idea for a post series for Tom and his Alphabet. I will publish a post for every one of my blogs. Those blogs must be crying, being abandoned an lonesome.
    I hope to start with Dr. Jim's. If you have a goofy situation I can try to scratch and give you a goofy responce.
    BTW, the Jim who commented likely be "Jim Australia " as I am "Jim Texas". Neither of us adds our location unless needed.

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    1. Penelope NotesAugust 29, 2025 at 10:52 AM

      Thank you for checking out Penelope's page, Jim, and how wonderful that you found the visit inspiring. :)

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  10. HelenAugust 29, 2025 at 2:24 PM

    Almost certain your poem will be sitting amongst the most "intelligently" rendered.

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  11. dsnake1August 29, 2025 at 9:56 PM

    Beautiful photos, especially the bees and sunflower. I haven't been outdoors doing sketching for some time. Maybe it's time to bring out the pencils. :)

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  12. Jae RoseAugust 29, 2025 at 10:56 PM

    It seems that your poem expresses the knowing that the wisest people in the world are those you sit down, look at it and appreciate it - what a wonderful thought - Jae

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  13. mvmaithaiAugust 30, 2025 at 4:57 AM

    I love watching plein air artists work on site—there’s something so captivating about it. Your picture really evokes the feeling of a Monet painting. The closeup of your sunflower is amazing.
    As for the term "Broligarchy," there are some influential women in tech too —like Melinda Gates, Lisa Su (CEO of AMD), and even MacKenzie Scott, Jeff Bezos' ex, to name a few.
    Have a good weekend!

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    1. Penelope NotesAugust 30, 2025 at 6:42 AM

      Such an interesting point, though for the most part these high-placed women are more interested in world health than world domination.

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  14. eileeninmdAugust 30, 2025 at 8:41 AM

    Hello Maria,
    It is fun watching an artist at work, the painting looks beautiful.
    The beach is a perfect place for the scene for a painting.
    The bees love the sunflowers, maybe as much as I love them too.
    Thank you for linking up and sharing your critter post. Take care, have a great weekend.

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  15. DebbieAugust 30, 2025 at 11:08 AM

    the picture of the artist is fascinating and so fun, i too admire her carefree vibe, it's just such a great picture. also the image of the sunflower, it is so completely crisp and clear!! gorgeous images and wonderful thoughts today, the sailboats look so peaceful!! have a wonderful weekend!!

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  16. ~Lavender Dreamer~August 30, 2025 at 12:18 PM

    I would love to be more talented and be able to capture some lovely scenes!

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  17. Yogi♪♪♪August 30, 2025 at 1:20 PM

    I love to see artists at work out in the world.

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  18. vanderloostAugust 30, 2025 at 8:39 PM

    Lovely Penelope. The pics are wonderful. Especially, the lady painting. I liked her small easel.

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  19. DeniseinVAAugust 31, 2025 at 2:45 PM

    I always find your images absolutely beautiful. Today I especially loved seeing the bees on the sunflower. This broligarchy should be concerning to us all. Your poem says it all.

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  20. rallentandaAugust 31, 2025 at 8:18 PM

    Like the photos, particularly the artist. I have never seen an artist at work on the beach or for that matter even in a park. Your summer has been very hot. .. 42 makes me feel uncomfortable :)

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