Lovely poem and image of the Damselfly, Ann. I like the comparison of the "veil between realms" and the dragonfly's wings" in the poem. Looking forward to seeing your larger project in celebration of the 72 microseasons as well.
One post I am in the early stages of working on is a Obangsaek Revisited photo essay. Obangsaek is that 5-colour philosophy from Korean culture I had posted about in February this year. Hopefully something I can post about in a few months once I have more photos and video clips from Nature.
“Obangsaek is part of my life. I am aware of the colours and aspects on a deeper level. Yet, obangsaek does not intrude on my wonder of the Natural world. Maybe obangaek reveals that wonder of Nature.”
I really look forward to learning about this way of seeing--especially from your perspective, Neil. I respect that you're someone who has frequent contact with a place that has become known with great love and thankfulness.
Hi Ann. Thanks for all that. Is a damselfly similar to a dragonfly? I liked that part where you say,
"I am not fully here yet, nor fully gone from there." Such a curious way to consider how we pass through this world, somewhat disjointedly.
I am spending a lot of time sitting very still for at least 15 minutes (before start of writing) and letting the world percolate around me and through me. I have been writing a lot of comical poems with animals trying to steal my food or at least trying to convince me to share. When I wake from these "reveries" I look around me and feel as though I had slipped 'through' a rabbit hole, not down one. and while I'm there I am able to chit chat with critters. A lot of fun, very trance like, comforting, soothing, relaxing.
Wes, I’m so glad you’re having fun with the words! Imagination can be such a playful and lively refuge in a harsh world. A few minutes of quiet can do wonders for us. It’s my favorite way to pray. And yes, damselflies are a lot like dragonflies, but with thinner bodies and smaller eyes. This blue one looked like it had a body made of metal and wings made of stained glass.
I am an 84 year old dreamer, wanderer, and author of Suburban Odyesssey, a 1500 page life journey in the suburbs of many East Coast American cities; can I send you my Dr Chapman’s Last Lecture? Terry
magnificent 🌱🌿💚 truly magnificent.
I am working on possibly another 3 part essay. Hares. Meadows. Homes. The inspiration is courtesy of Chloe Dalton and her magical book, Raising Hare.💚
Ah, delicious!!
I cannot wait to read this essay Katharine!
Gosh, we should collaborate!🌱💫💚
I’d love that Katharine, as soon as I’ve read the book (🤞🏽birthday soon..) I will DM you! 🙏🏼✨xx
This microseason poem is exceptional. Looking forward to the finished project.
Thank you, Kim!
Lovely poem and image of the Damselfly, Ann. I like the comparison of the "veil between realms" and the dragonfly's wings" in the poem. Looking forward to seeing your larger project in celebration of the 72 microseasons as well.
One post I am in the early stages of working on is a Obangsaek Revisited photo essay. Obangsaek is that 5-colour philosophy from Korean culture I had posted about in February this year. Hopefully something I can post about in a few months once I have more photos and video clips from Nature.
“Obangsaek is part of my life. I am aware of the colours and aspects on a deeper level. Yet, obangsaek does not intrude on my wonder of the Natural world. Maybe obangaek reveals that wonder of Nature.”
I had to go see . . . Neil wow—this looks cool!
It's definitely interesting and once you see it in Nature, it opens up a new way of seeing things.
I really look forward to learning about this way of seeing--especially from your perspective, Neil. I respect that you're someone who has frequent contact with a place that has become known with great love and thankfulness.
@Kent Peterson thanks for sharing!
The resonant frequency
Of relaxed breathing
Mmmm the freedom of it. I never take it for granted, Malcolm.
I love these. I’m starting to think about my next poetry collection.
Thank you, LeeAnn!
Ann, such beauty you convey here. The lines from your novella invite me into a quiet and deeply reverent space. Thank you 🙏🏼
Thank you so much for reading, Emma, and for visiting that quiet space with me.
Hi Ann. Thanks for all that. Is a damselfly similar to a dragonfly? I liked that part where you say,
"I am not fully here yet, nor fully gone from there." Such a curious way to consider how we pass through this world, somewhat disjointedly.
I am spending a lot of time sitting very still for at least 15 minutes (before start of writing) and letting the world percolate around me and through me. I have been writing a lot of comical poems with animals trying to steal my food or at least trying to convince me to share. When I wake from these "reveries" I look around me and feel as though I had slipped 'through' a rabbit hole, not down one. and while I'm there I am able to chit chat with critters. A lot of fun, very trance like, comforting, soothing, relaxing.
Wes, I’m so glad you’re having fun with the words! Imagination can be such a playful and lively refuge in a harsh world. A few minutes of quiet can do wonders for us. It’s my favorite way to pray. And yes, damselflies are a lot like dragonflies, but with thinner bodies and smaller eyes. This blue one looked like it had a body made of metal and wings made of stained glass.
Thank you Ann, for all you do.
I absolutely love that poem, Ann! So open, but so crystalized. So vast, but so uplifting. Thank you for writing.
oh my goodness—so glad you liked it Hasse!
Wow! Give us more!
I am an 84 year old dreamer, wanderer, and author of Suburban Odyesssey, a 1500 page life journey in the suburbs of many East Coast American cities; can I send you my Dr Chapman’s Last Lecture? Terry
I would absolutely love that—yes, please!
Send me your email address
Beautiful poem and excerpt. I look forward to reading more.
Thank you, MK. I so appreciate it. 💛
I love that you start your walks with that sentiment. There is always something beautiful to see, isn’t there?
Beautiful poem and beautiful writing!
Thank you, Manuela. All we have to do is ask. 🙏💛
Send me your email please
Gorgeous Ann!!!
Thank you so very much! ☺️ gosh xo
wonderful !
Such beauty and rhythm in your words. As always, inspiring!
Oh thank you, Stella!