Carol DM
The attached photo is of a swallowtail butterfly taken in my yard. I used Prisma to edit the background. It represents both the chaos and the peace in my mind.
I would like to thank Albert for always giving me inspiration. I am not a writer by a long shot. But I do have feelings and emotions I would like to express. I just read one of his philosophical and powerful posts he is so excellent at writing. And this is what came out on paper…
Clearing my mind of all the chaos and confusion
It all must go to feel the peace I strive for
Pulled this way and that way
Not sure of my direction
Which way should I go
Calm down deep breaths
Repeat…
Calm down deep breaths
Yes I can feel the relief
Mind body and soul is getting clearer
My path is in my reach
I can see it in the distance
Now I must continue this journey
Calm down deep breaths
Repeat…
Calm down deep breaths
Photo and Poem ©CarolDM2018
365 Photos Challenge Day 189
Thank you, this came from deep inside my heart. We each have to find our way in this life.
Gorgeous artwork and wonderful poem!
Thanks Ellie this one came out on a few minutes. And the photo was easy to work around. It is one of my favorite butterflies in my yard. Hope to see it again soon.
I don’t have the words to describe this authenticity. Please excuse my lack of vocab. i think you are expressing a side of yourself that you held back for way too long. So Ima hit from da street n say, You go girl!!
Thanks Bradley. You too have been an inspiration as well. It feels powerful to let your emotions out especially in a poem.
This is just so gorgeous
Thank you very much Denny.
It is my pleasure. Love your work
Love this edit, along with what you have written.
Thanks Kim, the words just came to me. Amazing how that happens.
It is really amazing, especially from one who cant come up with the words!
Same here Kim, it is such a freeing feeling.
Lovely poem or thoughts Carol. Love the illustration of a butterfly.
Thanks Pam, this is my butterfly photo edited.
I do love the butterfly and its effect. It matches the poem. c”,)
Thanks. That was the intention. I created the butterfly edit after I wrote the words.
I can see the effect. It was really amazing.
Thank you again for your kind words.
You are very welcome. c”,)
What to say, everything is already said. My compliments.
You are kind Robin, thank you.
Great photo edit and poem, both are very nice!
Much appreciated Courtney.
Anytime, I’m glad I am keeping up better with posts lately!
You are doing fine, life gets in the way sometimes and that is ok.
What a great edit, it looks like one of those expensive prints they sell in shops.
Well thank you very much for that compliment. I merged one of my photos with a background, it was fun.
Very deep and beautiful one! Loved it!
Thanks Elena, this came to me after reading some of Albert’s posts today.
Deep breaths always work for me.
Absolutely. I could not survive without them.
Although uncertainty is held in low regard by society, I see it as a healthy and rational standpoint; many folks are sure of viewpoints that are inaccurate or just plain mistaken. I’d much rather reserve judgement than be wrong…
I seem to stay in between the lines most of the time not completely sure of which direction to go. But I also weigh things out to the inth degree. I am with you, I see nothing wrong with that. It can save you trouble, hurt, pain, wrong paths, etc down the road.
There are times when indecision isn’t the right choice, but when action isn’t required there is something to be said for leaving your options open…
I had a friend tell me a few years ago that as long as you have options, you can get through any situation. And he was so right. Never thought about it like that.
With enough options you have the potential to make it through any situation, provided you make the right choices. Failure is pretty much always an option and in most cases not to be feared…
Well, yes, you have to make the right decisions. And that is why I weigh things out to the degree that I do. We all should learn from our failures.
Well, you sure do put your feelings out in the open quite well. Your method within the poem of calming down seem achievable for all to accomplish. Such great writing!!
Thank you LaJenna, this came to me so quickly and strongly, I had to write it out. Amazed myself.
What a great background you created. The journey told in the story though, now that is one to ponder. Really love the imagery you used My path is in my reach – very interesting…
Thanks so much Doc. The butterfly represents peace and happiness, so I started with it and went from there. The words just came to me. So much in my head I need to get out.
You have a great eye and talent Carol. I am jealous!
Don’t be Doc, I am only writing from my broken heart.
The butterfly was in my yard last spring.
Wooow… Wow… Wow… you’ve written a wonderful adventure here, Carol.
The mind is naughty because it is the child of the ego. It is very important in worldly life but we must keep a distance and surpass it when we want to find true peace and certainty of destination. While breath is proof that our soul still loves our existence, and that is the bridge to lead to its consciousness, our soul.
Well thank you dear Albert. I was amazed at how I did not have to think, the words just spilled from the keyboard. Your interpretation is what I always look forward to, it is spot on.
Butterfly photography is phenomenal, and your words are so beautiful, deep-seated
Thank you very much Branka.