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Monday, March 11, 2013

Waiting So Long









return of the sun
with it growing pain reaches
teaches us patience





teaches us patience
even as our own desire grows
and we too must sit with lingering
snow aware yet resisting the itch scratching
our way out of this discomfort waiting so long
for our release when spirits will blossom in song



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Posted by Laura

80 comments:

  1. AnonymousMarch 11, 2013 at 5:29 PM

    I just saved this to my favorites list. What an inspiration. Just beautiful---the poems and the photographs. Thank you for sharing! ~andy

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  2. TerraMarch 11, 2013 at 5:50 PM

    Ah, return of the sun with all its promise of growth and warmth. I hope your dog is doing well.

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  3. CloudiaMarch 11, 2013 at 5:56 PM

    bless you honey

    ALOHA from Honolulu
    Comfort Spiral
    ~ > < } } ( ° > <3

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  4. SmilingSallyMarch 11, 2013 at 6:12 PM

    Thanks for sharing these soft blues.

    Happy Blue Monday, Laura.

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  5. Brian MillerMarch 11, 2013 at 6:17 PM

    nice...i think the seasons do teach us patience for sure....and that life is a cycle and has cycles...and each can be appreciated...but i love the sun...smiles.

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  6. GraceMarch 11, 2013 at 6:22 PM

    I really can't wait for spring ~ Love the pictures here Laura ~

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  7. Sherry Blue SkyMarch 11, 2013 at 6:57 PM

    Poor Ellie. I am thankful she is surrounded by love and care as she slowly makes her passage. Lovely girl. Bless all of you!

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  8. Ms. BeckyMarch 11, 2013 at 7:34 PM

    I just read the sidebar about your doggie - I'm very sorry that sweet Ellie is experiencing this health challenge - she will be in my nightly prayers. your poem is beautiful, and teaching too, as you are one of my teachers Laura. May the sun shine on your shoulders today and every day. happy week to you.

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  9. Introverted ArtMarch 11, 2013 at 8:15 PM

    the third shot is just amazing!

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  10. HilaryMarch 11, 2013 at 8:19 PM

    Ahh beautiful and well said, Laura. How is sweet Ellie doing?

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  11. MTWagginMarch 11, 2013 at 8:41 PM

    Sterling and I send Ellie our biggest hugs and healing energy. She couldn't be with a better family. Please let us know if you need anything!

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  12. AnonymousMarch 11, 2013 at 9:54 PM

    This is a beautiful poem. Lovely pictures. I do hope your dear companion is doing better.

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  13. KarenMarch 11, 2013 at 10:05 PM

    Hoping Ellie stays with you for a while longer yet. Lovely post. Best wishes for you and your lovely friend, take care.

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  14. Myrna R.March 11, 2013 at 10:16 PM

    So true Laura. Soon spirits will blossom in song. Beautiful words.

    I pray for Ellie, for release from her discomfort...and yours.

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  15. Green SpeckMarch 12, 2013 at 2:08 AM

    Serene pictures !!!

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  16. Hanne BenteMarch 12, 2013 at 3:14 AM

    Nice pictures you show Laura. Wish you a good day / good week :) Hanne Bente

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  17. AnonymousMarch 12, 2013 at 3:31 AM

    Hello Laura! I saw your name in my following list, thank you!
    We here in the eastern part of Finland have to wait still many weeks before a real spring will start but the is shining already so high above the horizon and warming our hearts. In the end of March the sun is high enough for melting snow slowly.
    Your photos are really fine!

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  18. AnonymousMarch 12, 2013 at 3:32 AM

    Hello Laura! I saw your name in my following list, thank you!
    We here in the eastern part of Finland have to wait still many weeks before a real spring will start but the is shining already so high above the horizon and warming our hearts. In the end of March the sun is high enough for melting snow slowly.
    Your photos are really fine!

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  19. PieMarch 12, 2013 at 4:06 AM

    Beautiful photos.

    My Blue Monday.

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  20. ArtPropelledMarch 12, 2013 at 4:16 AM

    Thanks for sharing your beautiful images and words, Laura. Each image offers hope.

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  21. anthonynorthMarch 12, 2013 at 5:01 AM

    Beautifully said.

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  22. Caterina GiglioMarch 12, 2013 at 10:16 AM

    sending prayers for your sweet Ellie... xox

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  23. Tina´s PicStoryMarch 12, 2013 at 11:24 AM

    lovely pics! perfect also for my picstory, where this weeks topic is spikey :) so if you like ....

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  24. KarenMarch 12, 2013 at 11:44 AM

    Terrific photos Laura. You have captured the essence of what is to come beautifullly

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  25. DanaMarch 12, 2013 at 12:03 PM

    Gorgeous, inspiring photos! Thank you. :)

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  26. GaryMarch 12, 2013 at 2:38 PM

    Great series!! Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.

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  27. HildeMarch 12, 2013 at 2:52 PM

    Just wonderful! Beatiful words and photos!

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  28. NatureStopMarch 12, 2013 at 2:54 PM

    Lovely pics and I love your Header!Have a great day!

    Shantana

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  29. ClaudiaMarch 12, 2013 at 3:38 PM

    spirits blossoming in song..i'm so waiting for spring...but winter came back over here as well..so need some patience as well...

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  30. Laurie KolpMarch 12, 2013 at 3:43 PM

    Praying for lots of patience as you tend to your sweet dog.

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  31. EG CameraGirlMarch 12, 2013 at 4:13 PM

    It's lovely to see spring emerging there.

    I hope Ellie is still improving each day!

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  32. Natasha HeadMarch 12, 2013 at 4:25 PM

    Beautiful as always! We've been blessed with some beautiful, early sunshine...I've been enjoying it...maybe too much! Drunk on Spring fever...but patience will still be required...in this neck of the woods...Mother Nature likes to tease...I know she's one more punch left! :)

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  33. ayalaMarch 12, 2013 at 5:56 PM

    Blessings to you and yours. Beautiful as always.

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  34. amandaMarch 12, 2013 at 6:24 PM

    These are beautiful images!
    They remind me very much of spring in our parts.. watching for the slow & subtle changes.

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  35. eileeninmdMarch 12, 2013 at 7:19 PM

    Beautiful poem and photos, Laura! I am so ready for spring. I hope all is well with you and your sweet Ellie! Have a happy week!

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  36. LeoraMarch 12, 2013 at 8:49 PM

    So sorry your poor Ellie is not well. Your buds are beauties.

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  37. AnonymousMarch 12, 2013 at 9:03 PM

    Very pretty poem. k.

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  38. AnnieMarch 12, 2013 at 10:03 PM

    Hi sweetie, just stopped by to send hugs. Beautiful post. Sending lots of love to you and Ellie, life does get messy. Having had an elderly dog and losing him 1 1/2 years ago, I know too well how hard it is. many prayers going up. xoxo

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  39. EbieMarch 13, 2013 at 12:24 AM

    Laura, you have an eye...nice soft touch on your photos!

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  40. JohnMarch 13, 2013 at 6:26 AM

    I pray for a swift and full recovery for your beautiful dog. Beautiful words as always.

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  41. MargaretMarch 13, 2013 at 1:12 PM

    pateince. Nature does teach us that. I just went through caring for a sick dog.. she really wasn't that old. I didn't mind the time it took to care for her - I'd pet he and look into her eyes. She was happy, and I knew when it was time - she "told" me in her own way. We had a nice grace period of saying goodbye. I hope your dog gets better, but all stages are precious, if we allow them to be.

    Stunning winter photos - I LOVE birch bark.

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  42. Rambling WoodsMarch 13, 2013 at 2:48 PM

    Oh again..inspiration... thank you for linking into Nature Notes Laura... hugs..Michelle

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  43. AnnieMarch 13, 2013 at 5:10 PM

    Winter is never too long for me, Laura. No doubt that is because it is so mild. Summer? Well, that is an entirely different story. I'm already dreading summer.

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  44. HansHBMarch 14, 2013 at 9:20 AM

    Great post for the sky-theme!
    Nice picture of the tree that looks like a heart.

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  46. Sylvia KMarch 14, 2013 at 3:45 PM

    Guess we all have our favorite seasons for whatever reason! Great captures for the day and I do love the heart shaped tree!! Hope you have a good weekend and hopefully some better weather, Laura!

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  47. KarenMarch 14, 2013 at 3:50 PM

    Beautiful post Laura, hope you are doing ok.

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  48. LizMarch 14, 2013 at 4:07 PM

    Beautiful series of shots. Happy sky watching.

    My sky.

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  49. CarlettaMarch 14, 2013 at 4:11 PM

    New life is finally springing forth and I have sunshine today that is most welcome.
    LOVE those heart shaped tree leaves!

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  50. MerisiMarch 14, 2013 at 4:18 PM

    Beautiful images! I especially like the second one from the top, like a promise or memory of a perfect winter day.

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  51. SteffiMarch 14, 2013 at 4:39 PM

    Very beautiful photos for SWF!Thank you for it and have a nice weekend!

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  52. Bi TiMarch 14, 2013 at 5:35 PM

    My favorite is the heart-shaped tree :)

    Our party is on at:
    http://www.pret-a-vivre.com/2013/03/ready-to-waltz-its-party-time.html

    Please come and join us. Have a great weekend!

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  53. islandwonderMarch 14, 2013 at 6:15 PM

    Beautiful photos!

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  54. Kusum SanuMarch 14, 2013 at 6:51 PM

    Lovely lone tree!

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  55. Sallie (FullTime-Life)March 14, 2013 at 8:50 PM

    Worth the wait! Lovely poem.

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  56. AnonymousMarch 15, 2013 at 4:44 AM

    Lovely shots - and what a wonderful heart tree!

    No signs of spring over here yet...

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  57. AnniMarch 15, 2013 at 7:15 AM

    How beautiful! The heart shaped tree is a true wonder!

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  58. TracyMarch 15, 2013 at 7:15 AM

    It lifts the heart to see gentle spring arriving... It snows here still. ;o) Just now surfacing after 2 weeks+ I've been down with flu & migraines--slowly mending. Fist chance I've had to post and visit friends. So great to catch up with you. :o) Happy Weekend ((HUGS))

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  59. ClytieMarch 15, 2013 at 10:58 AM

    Beautiful ... and your heart tree ... wow.

    I've been thinking about you a lot lately - for reasons I cannot yet divulge. Thank you for the inspiration you are to me and someone close to my heart.

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  60. MaritMarch 15, 2013 at 11:09 AM

    I wish you patience and strength, hope Ellie is doing better every day!

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  61. AnonymousMarch 15, 2013 at 11:22 AM

    Waiting is not easy sometimes ~ all part of the life cycles ~ Wonderful post and photos ~ enjoy ^_^

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  62. LorriMarch 15, 2013 at 12:17 PM

    Beautiful spring captures.

    I am sorry about Ellie.

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  63. WabiSabiMarch 15, 2013 at 12:51 PM

    Hoe right you are! The sun's movement back to us, comes with it's own time frame and we must wait patiently for it's warmth, making it all the more wonderful!

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  64. HazelMarch 15, 2013 at 8:13 PM

    Th bud and sunlight through the trees oozes with hope. I've been a bit short on patience recently. What timely words for me.

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  65. rebeccaMarch 15, 2013 at 9:15 PM

    holding you all in the warm opening light. may you find your love and gratitude grow as you tend to your beloved ellie. there is no greater work then caring for another.
    xoxoxoxo

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  66. nature ramblingsMarch 15, 2013 at 11:14 PM

    Great heart shaped tree. Very nice blog!

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  67. Hanne BenteMarch 16, 2013 at 3:43 AM

    Nice pictures you show Laura. Wish you a good weekend :) Hanne Bente

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  68. foxysueMarch 16, 2013 at 4:14 AM

    I'm reading lots of meaning in these words! I have done my share of waiting and am learning the precious lessons, I think! Not always easy! Warm wishes. x

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  69. SpadomanMarch 16, 2013 at 4:39 AM

    Lovely anticipatory sentiments about Spring, Yet I look at the landscape where I live and wallow in Winter. And when I think of the meanings of the cycle of life, I am grateful and accept what is in front of me. I'll see and feel and even hear what you describe soon enough and that thought is a fine one.

    Peace

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  70. Magical Mystical TeacherMarch 16, 2013 at 8:22 AM

    Often pain and patience seem to be inextricably interwoven--and how we wish it were not so!

    Swallows Haiku

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  71. Kim MailhotMarch 16, 2013 at 8:38 AM

    Waiting here too...
    Sending big love to you and your sweet Ellie.

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  72. Tina´s PicStoryMarch 16, 2013 at 9:33 AM

    wonderful pics! thanx for sharing with wef :)

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  73. JoriMarch 17, 2013 at 5:19 AM

    Beautiful photo's! I hope your family, and your sweet doggie are doing well.

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  74. JoriMarch 17, 2013 at 5:19 AM

    Beautiful photo's! I hope your family, and sweet doggie are doing well.

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  75. Priti.LisaMarch 17, 2013 at 8:42 AM

    Beautiful Laura...as always
    you capture feelings with words
    just so perfectly.
    Spring does do a strip-tease it seems♥♥

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  76. ireneMarch 17, 2013 at 12:11 PM

    Sometimes patience is so painful. My best to you and your Ellie.

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  77. Terie CornelioMarch 19, 2013 at 7:49 AM

    So peaceful. Thanks for sharing.

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  78. Tara TylerMarch 20, 2013 at 7:14 AM

    your photos are gorgeous, as is your puppy =)
    beautiful spring hope in your words and pictures!

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  79. Pride In PhotosMarch 21, 2013 at 3:50 PM

    Laura, I am so glad to hear she hasn't had a seizure in two weeks..awesome.

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  80. ElinMarch 22, 2013 at 6:24 AM

    Beautiful.
    I love you'r heart-shaped tree:)

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