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Wednesday, March 5, 2014

Faith Whispers



Daffodil dreams wished into a faded yellow sky,
northern earth dwellers tug winter's worn skirt:

Demanding,
“Where is chartreuse? We’re as tired as you.”

Suggesting,
“Let your bone wearied fingers soften, release your frozen grip.”

Promising,
“We’ll fall in love with first snowflakes,
the enchantment of icicles
bright berries scarlet on white
(whining)

next year too.”
winter sky burns cold
bruised clouds surround pale-eyed sun
“patience,” faith whispers

A third day sick in bed with a cold or some such virus, listening to the call and response of birds in the forest on this otherwise quiet morning, I enjoy the freedom of which they sing. 



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Posted by Laura

68 comments:

  1. sandra haganMarch 5, 2014 at 9:05 PM

    so lovely, the sky, clouds, sun/moon, photos. i always see the hand of God in stormy clouds.

    spring is popping out a little here in "hot Florida". we'll have one more cold snap.

    we are organizing to go on the road again. i'm sorting through my books, trading some out. this is always difficult for me.

    hope you are having some fun girl!

    you remain in my thoughts and prayers.

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  2. Minoru SaitoMarch 6, 2014 at 2:33 AM

    Hi,Laura. Nice captures. I like your second photo very much. Thanks for sharing. BTW, I tried to paticipate in your meme last week,but unfortunately I could not. Something was wrong. But I could not find the reason. Wishing you a good days.

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  3. eileeninmdMarch 6, 2014 at 5:28 AM

    Beautiful sky images. Your poems are always lovely to read! Have a happy day and weekend ahead!

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  4. Magical Mystical TeacherMarch 6, 2014 at 6:37 AM

    Sometimes it's hard to hear those whispers...

    Thorn by Thorn

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  5. Weekend-WindupMarch 6, 2014 at 8:31 AM

    Beautiful images of sky!!

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  6. Icy BCMarch 6, 2014 at 9:07 AM

    Your sky photos are just breath taking!

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  7. Judy at Peace Be With YouMarch 6, 2014 at 10:12 AM

    Beautiful.

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  8. Diane AZMarch 6, 2014 at 10:44 AM

    Hi Laura, I love the lighting in your macro, beautiful sky pictures and trees too.

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  9. AnonymousMarch 6, 2014 at 10:48 AM

    What a delicious sky!

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  10. The Artful DivaMarch 6, 2014 at 11:01 AM

    stopping by to say hello and to see what you have been up to - great photos!

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  11. Myrna R.March 6, 2014 at 11:10 AM

    So soothing your pictures and words. Patience - we need that for so much of life. Thank you Laura. Hope you're well.

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  12. Sallie (FullTime-Life)March 6, 2014 at 11:13 AM

    Laura, this is such a beautiful post. If I read your inspiring words without pictures, I would imagine exactly the beautiful images you use to accompany them. (And I would think how I wish I could actually take the pictures I dream about ... you actually DO!)

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  13. moniMarch 6, 2014 at 12:30 PM

    Dear Laura,
    wonderful sky pictures, love it all!
    Wish you a nice day
    moni

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  14. sage and spiritMarch 6, 2014 at 12:57 PM

    Beautiful photos, beautiful words.

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  15. CarverMarch 6, 2014 at 1:23 PM

    Fantastic sky shots.

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  16. HansHBMarch 6, 2014 at 2:18 PM

    A lovely serie of sky-photos!
    Nice to see!

    My B&W Blog: http://hanshb.wordpress.com/

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  17. RandiMarch 6, 2014 at 2:33 PM

    These photos are gorgeous!!!

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  18. MaryMarch 6, 2014 at 3:50 PM

    Such wonderful sky-shots! So lovely! Your last photo is my favorite - love it!

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  19. JimMarch 6, 2014 at 7:07 PM

    Beautiful skies.

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  20. Christine K.March 6, 2014 at 7:34 PM

    lovely sky photos and beautiful poem!

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  21. DeniseinVAMarch 6, 2014 at 7:49 PM

    Lovely photos and lovely words Laura.

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  22. JoceeMarch 6, 2014 at 8:18 PM

    Beautiful sky shots, very peaceful.

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  23. RajeshMarch 6, 2014 at 9:02 PM

    Awesome images.

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  24. Yogi♪♪♪March 6, 2014 at 10:37 PM

    I like your beautiful overcast skyshots.

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  25. IndraniMarch 6, 2014 at 11:22 PM

    Lovely soothing sky captures.

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  26. Spare Parts and PicsMarch 6, 2014 at 11:48 PM

    Wow, really beautiful skies!!

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  27. HilaryMarch 7, 2014 at 12:29 AM

    Oh I love this. Admiration, appreciate and affection for the winter .. however sick of it we are. Like a fun guest who stayed too long. Come back next year. ;) Great post, Laura.

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  28. Hazel CeejMarch 7, 2014 at 12:47 AM

    Daffodil dreams....! Oh how I love the words, the emotion it invokes.

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  29. lina@women perspectiveMarch 7, 2014 at 3:36 AM

    Enjoying your words and photos, Laura.

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  30. Chrisy at Good North Coast LifeMarch 7, 2014 at 4:28 AM

    Now they are beautiful images. Lovely captures Laura, great stuff.

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  31. Pearl MapleMarch 7, 2014 at 5:00 AM

    your photos capture nature at its most shining moments

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  32. JudithMarch 7, 2014 at 5:13 AM

    Beautiful pictures!

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  33. Erika PriceMarch 7, 2014 at 7:50 AM

    Gorgeous dreamy skies!

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  34. Kristjaan PannemanMarch 7, 2014 at 7:57 AM

    What a beautiful post Laura ... so strong in the choice of pictures and very strong and divine in the words. Thank you for participating in Carpe Diem Haiku Kai. Namaste

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  35. Brian MillerMarch 7, 2014 at 9:08 AM

    ha.dandelion dreams...i have them, but i am getting snow and ice today...smiles...i am having a bit too much of winters beauty this year....smiles.

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  36. judieMarch 7, 2014 at 9:10 AM

    I LOVE that Haiku. "..patience, faith whispers...how beautiful is that!!

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  37. Magical Mystical TeacherMarch 7, 2014 at 9:39 AM

    Sometimes the patience of faith is hard won!

    Threads of Thin Rain

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  38. Reading PleasureMarch 7, 2014 at 9:51 AM

    Indeed, patience is a virtue few have. We must learn from faith! Wonderful!

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  39. Jan K. alias AfanjaMarch 7, 2014 at 10:16 AM

    You are presenting us some beautiful sky images again, Laura.
    Thanks for sharing and enjoy your weekend.

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  40. StephanieMarch 7, 2014 at 10:37 AM

    Soft beautiful images and words...water color streaming skies.
    x...x

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  41. RantenMarch 7, 2014 at 10:39 AM

    Poetic images!

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  42. G-ManMarch 7, 2014 at 11:47 AM

    Laura...You did it again!
    Turning this tired, overstayed Winter into something to behold
    Loved your Beautiful 55
    I know how hard it is to combine writing prompts, you are THE QUEEN!
    Thanks again for your sharing and support
    have a Kick Ass Week-End

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  43. (◔‿◔)March 7, 2014 at 11:51 AM

    Amazing, beautiful, magic pictures!
    I can't find the link-manager for the macro...
    http://wieczorama.blogspot.de/2014/03/feuertulpe.html
    Happy Weekend, Wieczora (◔‿◔)

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  44. TheChieftessMarch 7, 2014 at 12:46 PM

    Lovely shots Laura!!!

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  45. TexWisGirlMarch 7, 2014 at 12:53 PM

    beautiful skies, laura.

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  46. LeaMarch 7, 2014 at 1:46 PM

    oh for such patience... I love the line “Let your bone wearied fingers soften, release your frozen grip....” yes, I too whisper with faith... XO

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  47. MalyssMarch 7, 2014 at 2:19 PM

    Very poetic and beautiful shots!

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  48. foxysueMarch 7, 2014 at 2:34 PM

    Our first daffodils opened today, patience was rewarded after 'tugging at winter's skirt'. x

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  49. Faith Hope CherryteaMarch 7, 2014 at 2:45 PM

    beauty multiplied!
    ty for sharing.

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  50. BjörnMarch 7, 2014 at 4:01 PM

    Dandelion dreams... hmm I'm afraid it will be dandy lions instead...

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  51. AlMarch 7, 2014 at 6:22 PM

    What lovely skies and photos - the structure of those clouds is so delicate.

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  52. carol l mckennaMarch 7, 2014 at 6:59 PM

    Lovely photos and delightful haiku with 'faith whispers' ~ xxx

    artmusedog and carol
    www.acreativeharbor.com

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  53. WabiSabiMarch 7, 2014 at 7:20 PM

    Your camera found so much beauty in spite of this tiresome winter! And yes, there is much to be learned from having to wait for spring!

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  54. Gillena CoxMarch 7, 2014 at 8:46 PM

    That patience haiku is absolutely stunning, have a nice Friday, happy you dropped in at my blog

    Much love...

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  55. JamesMarch 7, 2014 at 11:49 PM

    I really love your photos!

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  56. 'TsukiMarch 8, 2014 at 4:08 AM

    The shape og this mountain is defitively inspiring... Thanks for the sharing.

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  57. AnonymousMarch 8, 2014 at 6:02 AM

    Beautiful images,

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  58. Magical Mystical TeacherMarch 8, 2014 at 6:55 AM

    Your sky shots invite introspection...

    Tattered Scraps of Shade

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  59. LeoviMarch 8, 2014 at 9:28 AM

    Yes, I like these beautiful soft skies! Beautiful photos!

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  60. rebeccaMarch 8, 2014 at 11:39 AM

    so much beauty within you.
    thank you for your love, compassion and support. i think we walk a similar path of seeking the light even in dark times. seeing beauty even in impossible situations. my current health challenges have been great. your personal strength is a constant and welcome companion.
    thank you....

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  61. cieldequimperMarch 8, 2014 at 3:59 PM

    Sigh, this is so lovely!

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  62. JohnMarch 9, 2014 at 8:36 AM

    Beautiful wpords and images as always Laura, even from your sick bed. I hope you are feeling better now.

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  63. LeslieMarch 9, 2014 at 9:47 AM

    i know just what you mean about lying in bed and listening to the birds sing of freedom. i hope you're on the mend from that cold - there are a lot of nasty viruses floating around and i'm sorry one of them found you :(

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  64. AnonymousMarch 10, 2014 at 8:44 PM

    Hope you're feeling better now. The skies are beautiful.

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  65. JulesMarch 11, 2014 at 5:59 PM

    Thank you for your visit to my CD posting. I'm running behind on return visit. And am in the midst of a vacation.

    I do hope you have recovered fully and are able to hear clearly the sounds of spring. I too enjoy all seasons. This winter however has been rather long and cold.

    Cheers. Jules

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  66. Out on the prairieMarch 27, 2014 at 10:52 AM

    Very nice shots, the second one looks as if the sun created the clouds

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  67. Sandi McBrideMarch 27, 2014 at 3:47 PM

    Glorious. Simply glorious...congratulations on Post of the Week
    Sandi

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  68. BimbimbieMarch 28, 2014 at 3:31 AM

    I do miss a northern winter and those pale liquid skies. You can have too much blue sky and these day I get a little too excited when I see grey skies over my corner of the world. Glad you were well enough to hear the feathered ones from the forest*!*

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