May 28, 2009

today...tomorrow...

today
even when there is the deepest of colors 
it's the black and white that draws me in
~~
even when there is a compassionate light
it's the darkness that make me feel safe
~~
even when there is a reachable depth
it's the shallowest of surfaces I cling to
~~
even when there is a blinding sun
it's the grey of the clouds that keep me warm
even when there's beautiful music
it's the silence that makes my heart beat
~~
and
tomorrow
even when there's the feeling of an overwhelming life ahead of me
it's the
 "being alive" 
and 
having a life to begin with
that makes
overwhelming
a word I don't want in my dictionary
 *
these words alone don't tell the whole story
so in a few days 
I'll share more 
so that it all comes together

19 comments:

  1. AnonymousMay 28, 2009

    Hey Aunt Beth, It's Thomas. I was just reading your blog and saw the "post a comment" and I thought that I should just say hi.

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  2. The black and white is so lovely here, Beth. Interesting that in this case, I liked it better than the "real" pink in the unaltered shot. Can't wait to see your light and dark thoughts come together.

    Here's to no overwhelming today !
    Cheers, Beautiful Beth !

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  3. words and images
    such a delight
    ...
    elk

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  4. And, in a few days we'll be hear to add our support when you need us and weigh in when or if you ask.

    Meantime...feel us here for you.

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  5. AnonymousMay 28, 2009

    your words, as always, are so beautiful, so touching.

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  6. Your words paint pictures, too. The color flower is lovely. But I fall into that b/w version with a myriad of emotions. It's filled with depth and mystery. And I smile...

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  7. You leave us wondering, waiting, wishing for "when it all comes together."

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  8. I like the two photos

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  9. beautiful pairing of edits. hope it all comes together in the best possible way.

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  10. Can't wait to read the next lines.

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  11. I love you, my wise friend. Sending up prayers for you. For strength. For joy. For fortitude. For love.

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  12. We're all here, Beth. When you're ready, friend.

    And we love to celebrate your happiness, but we also want to be here for you during any times of overwhelm.

    You are our soul sister. And, we love you so much.

    Peace to your heart, friend.

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  13. AnonymousMay 28, 2009

    'tis beautiful, what you do. I will be waiting patiently for your wise words in a few days. I hope they're happy, excited, adventurous,and open; as I know they will be. Love to you all...
    shell

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  14. great photography, hopefully your days lead you where they need to!

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  15. Been here 4 times; can't get past the first photo to READ what you say. Will keep trying.

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  16. Love the black and white processing. Really intriguing image.

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  17. the dark flower is gorgeous and should be up on a wall somewhere!!
    you rock, sister!!
    xox

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  18. These words are so beautiful.
    Whatever it is that you are going through, I send you lots of good energy to see you through.
    xo

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  19. These images are just beautiful! I love them both, they are so different, even though they are the same flower.
    I totally resonated with your words, and thank you for them. I send you strength and hope for what ever is going on in your life right now.
    Take care

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**I love reading the comments you leave, as they make me feel like we're sitting in my kitchen, having a cup of tea, discussing life and wondering where all the time has gone ...beth