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Simplify

Maybe a misfit, a rebel am I In this world of complexities galore All I want to do is simplify- I am tired of constantly hunting for more Adding more variables to every equation Acquiring devices of increasing sophistication Adding more “features”, more “applications” Labeled indispensable for life’s “simplification”.. Inherent is the implication that lifeContinue reading “Simplify”

Shannon’s Creative Photo Challenge: White

The Old Faithful Geyser erupting in a white froth-at Yellowstone National Park, WyomingWhite flowers, at the Philadelphia Flower ShowCarved in white marble, Akshardham Temple, New JerseyThe brilliance of a white fountain in the night, near Lincoln Center, New York City

The power of a poem

Written in response to Indispire: A poem that left a lasting impression If I could give you a window Into the depths of my mind If my true colors I tried to show In a manner visible to the blind If my raw emotions I had to display They could not be expressed any better Than inContinue reading “The power of a poem”

Stopping by a meadow on a dreary evening..

The day today seems dreary Run-of-the-mill, perfectly ordinary Filled with moments of monotony Discussions on politics and economy Nothing exciting to look at or explore A day singular in being nothing but a bore ** As I embark at the end of the day Home, driving along my tried and tested way Suddenly I amContinue reading “Stopping by a meadow on a dreary evening..”

Write and rejuvenate

Orange hues of the winter sun Percolating through the blinds open Reminding me of the night before When my deepest desires did I explore Waking up with an enigmatic smile Oblivious of the world for a while With days bathed in love, nights in passion Dreaming of spending my life in this fashion ** ThoseContinue reading “Write and rejuvenate”

CEE’S FUN FOTO CHALLENGE: ANYTHING PAINTED

Linking to :http://ceenphotography.com/2015/11/10/cees-fun-foto-challenge-anything-painted/ While I probably have hundreds of photographs that would fit the bill, I decided to go with these striking ones- Over-painted sculptures at a children’s museum in San Diego, CA Painted fence and painted bench at the Children’s Garden, Camden, NJ

Cee’s Black & White Challenge: Patterns

Patterns could be found everywhere- So he believed, and he would dare To find a pattern, however obscure Painstakingly he would explore Tiny bits of superfluous information; String them together in a logical formation- He found patterns in thoughts and actions Of individuals, groups and even nations In predicting the patterns of others, it’s true He hadContinue reading “Cee’s Black & White Challenge: Patterns”

One Word Photo Challenge-Seasons- Cloudy!

I chose cloudy weather- not my favorite, especially not for photography, but here we are- I’m nostalgic for those cloudy days Where clouds outside my window would stay Descending in to the valley, dark and deep Pressing me to crawl under covers and sleep The clouds brought with them seductive languor I’d read a book tucked in aContinue reading “One Word Photo Challenge-Seasons- Cloudy!”

Weekly photo challenge-Ornate

Here are my picks!Ornate Ceiling, Vatican City Museum Ornately decorated elephant- at the Philadelphia Flower ShowOrnate personified: the Venetian, Las Vegas Ornate portraits- at the Old Town, San Diego Ornate emerald chandelier at the Corning Museum of Glass, NY Ornate in white: intricate carving at the Akshardham Hindu Temple, New Jersey

Aging..

Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don’t mind it doesn’t matter.- Mark Twain Into the mirror when I peer Devoid of the contoured veneer Of flawless foundation on my face I am reminded of my time and place In this world, and I quickly realize That though I might hide and minimize TheContinue reading “Aging..”

Insomnia

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/568086940472458429/ The fluorescent numbers scream at me Piercing the darkness of the night The number “3:00” is all I can see Taunting me, laughing wordlessly at my plight As the gods of sleep I try to invoke in vain, Try to push random thoughts away Wondering for how long I can stay sane If sleeplessness continuesContinue reading “Insomnia”

Free stuff!

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/80924124524944745/ There is a magic phrase that can attract Crowds in the very blink of an eye It is an oft-demonstrated, time-tested fact That no one can resist its lure under the sky- “Free stuff” is what I’m talking about It is highly valuable because it is free Most people grab a freebie without any doubt IrrespectiveContinue reading “Free stuff!”