two strong guys
sometimes it’s hug
just because
just a little hug
good guys always friends
all it needs
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Image credit: Josue Escoto @ Unsplash
For the visually challenged reader, this image shows two men hugging. The expression on the face of the man facing the camera is quite intense and emotional.
Written in response to Sadje‘s What Do You See #232 photo prompt
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Monkey was always a little friend
but he only lived on the couch
Monkey liked to play with his people
but often he was alone
Monkey could look out to see what’s happening
but he had nothing to say
But one day he has a new friend
and he certainly looks familiar…
He used to live in Darkest Peru
but now he’s called Paddington
Monkey and Paddington talk all day
and sometimes they get into mischief!
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Image credit: Anastasiia Krutota@ Unsplash
For the visually challenged reader, this image shows two stuffed toys sitting on a cushion. The monkey on one side has its arm around the other stuffed toy that appears to be a hybrid between a bear and a penguin. (you can imagine your own combination)
Written in response to Sadje‘s What Do You See #231 photo prompt
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The really Monkey and Paddington!
growing up on distant continents
without a common tongue
lives so seemingly different
rich north, poor south
experiences diametrically opposed
and yet
sharing corresponding smiles
weeping mutual sorrows
our hearts are touched
by the same love and loss
because, in the end
we are all
sisters under the skin
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This week’s image is in honor of international women’s day, celebrated on March 8th. This image shows a diverse group of five women holding a placard on which the word “ WOMEN” is written in bold letters. In the background you can see other people holding different placards too.
Written in response to Sadje‘s What Do You See #228 photo prompt
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I wrote my poem back in 2020. It was also International Women’s Day too. I wanted to remind us that wherever we may be in the world, we have a bond of common experience. I’ve found it when travelling in parts of rural Greece and Spain and, when I moved to South Africa and met women from more diverse cultures and with very different life experiences, this connection came even more sharply into focus for me.
Another reason is for my lovely friend, Michnavs – Poetry by Mich.
Here’s her powerful and beautiful book: After Rain Skies by Michelle Ayon Navajas.
My review is here too.
https://www.amazon.com/AFTER-RAIN-SKIES-Michelle-Navajas/dp/B0B2TYMSFZ
the darkness is midnight
the moon is misty
and all the stars are hiding
the man stands staring in the distance
his feet are poised
should he stay or should he go?
a moment later
the stars are back again
the moon is radiant
his soul brings hope
he straightens his hat
it’s time to go
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Image credit: Darksouls 1 @ Pixabay
For the visually challenged reader, this image shows a monochrome photo of a man wearing a suit and a hat, standing at the edge of a small stone bridge. The man is facing away from us. There is a full moon visible in the background and some trees. The whole scene is surrounded by fog.
Written in response to Sadje‘s What Do You See #227 photo prompt
I can see footprints
but there is only me here
trudging in the snow
a moment later
and now there are two people
that’s so much better
let’s walk together
and do you know who it is?
it’s Piglet and Pooh!
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Image credit: Moostapper@Pixabay
For the visually challenged reader, this image shows a deep blue sky and mountains in the distance. The ground is covered by snow and a single track of footprints is seen headed towards the mountains.
Written in response to Sadje‘s What Do You See #226 photo prompt
She stared at the bridge
looking at the train getting closer
she walked along the metal grid
as the train was almost here, as it closed the gap
she grabbed the ledge, holding on
hoping, wishing.
The water was deep below
blazing in the wide river
shimmering in the sun.
The last thing she said was ‘free my mind’
and she flung herself and fell
down
down
gone.
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Image credit: Suefeldberg
For the visually challenged reader, this image shows a wall graffiti painted on a metallic side of bridge; FREE YOUR MIND.
Written in response to Sadje‘s What Do You See #224 photo prompt
the journey begins
slowly, slowly
ebb and flow, ebb and flow
wave on wave, back and forth
the moon clicking on, waxing and waning
by month, by month, by month
the mind is drifting
the spirit is dancing
the body is shattered
but now the stars are sparkling
flinging around with joy
this is freedom
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Image credit: Jona 162@ pixabay
For the visually challenged reader, this image shows a figure of a young woman / girl sitting by the waterside. Part of her body is solid while the rest seems to be evaporating in vapour from.
Written in response to Sadje‘s What Do You See #220 photo prompt
Forest’s glamour calls us softly
tempts us to tread her tranquil tracks
entwines us in expired enchantments,
past promises and spent desire.
Shrouded mysteries lie before us
veiled in magic, lost in time
where dryads strolled and naiads frolicked
in crystal pools and creeks of light.
Darkness falls as we draw closer
tracing the edge of moonlight’s sight
we trespass boldly on her magic carpet
and embrace the secrets of the night.
Written in response to Sadje‘s What do You See #74 photo prompt.
Image credit: Eric Muhr @ Unsplash
The image shows a forest scene with a path going deep into the forest. The trees in the distance are shrouded in mist.
I know you’re there
watching, silently
out there, always out there
monitoring my movements
the click of a camera
the slam of a car door
behind me
a flash of movement
reflected in a window
will I ever be rid of you?
monitoring my movements
out there, always out there
watching, silently
I know you’re there.
Written in response to Sadje‘s What do You See #73 photo prompt.
Image credit: Sonny Mauricio @ Unsplash
The image shows a bald eagle sitting in the bare branches of a tree. It is looking down at the camera.
Rewinding past skirmishes
Regret like a tidal wave
Rocks on resentful oceans
Roils in seas of broken dreams
Restitution overlooked
Renders her bereft of hope
Redemption lost forever.
Written in response to Sadje‘s What do You See #72 photo prompt.
Image credit: Jayson Hinrichsen @ Unsplash
The image shows a young woman in a pensive mood standing outside a storefront. The glass behind her is reflecting a neon sign.
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