I need only be still,
and let the day unfold
and let the day unfold
as it is meant to.
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Photo supplied by Ella Wilson
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While I normally advocate active navigation of one’s own life, there are days when a time out is called for; days to accept that perfect control is an illusion and to trust that what we did not plan might bring us just what we need at that time.
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A quiet bench, a moment of pause and a modicum of faith can still the chatter in our heads and reveal to us a world of possibilities we might otherwise not see.
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Poets United has introduced an exciting new feature called 'Reflection' into it's Thursday Think Tank. On the first Thursday of each month, the talented Ellen Wilson will graciously provide us with a photo prompt around which to build a poem. If you find this as much fun as I do, check out other work at the link below!
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Utah Photo by Lynette Killam
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And if you're up for a real treat, do stop by Ella's Edge and settle in for a great visit...
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Las Vegas photo by Lynette Killam
16 comments:
Very Zen, Lynette... I dig it!
I just LOVE it, Lynette. Sorry I haven't commented recently but had problems with certain blogs.(yours being one) I hope this comment uploads and we connect again. Blessings and (((hugs))) Jo
Lovely haiku, Lynette, and I'm not at all surprised you had two beautiful shadowy bench shots to post along with the prompt photo! Your archives must be wonderfully well categorized.
Luv — K
Kay, Alberta, Canada
An Unfittie's Guide to Adventurous Travel
beautiful words Lynette! "days to accept that perfect control is an illusion" I agree with that! :)
Good advice, Lynette. And lovely shots of benches too.
great shadow shots!
I love the haiku.....and the various benches. My sister has one over by her pond that I intend to sit on this summer!
Two different benches overlooking entirely different scenes. But whether in a city such as Las Vegas or nestled by a country road, a seat with a view can inspire awe and allow us to let go.
I like your little poem.
Beautiful response!
I love your view, your reflection!
Your photos are wonderful~ Your poem is charming and so true~
Thank you for your kind words; I love your photos and the feeling your words instill! xXx
Love this
Anna :o]
Lynette,
Love the contemplative suggestion within your words.
Have a lovely weekend,
Eileen :)
It is so true! :)
beautiful. i love the photo prompt! yay!
i stopped by to say this: As Poets United reaches its first anniversary this coming week we want to thank you for your support. Over the past year we have grown to 250 members plus and are steadily growing. Poets United is proud to have you as one of our members and look forward to another successful year. Your imagination, creativity and willingness to share with us is what makes our community such a wonderful place. Thank you for beautiful poetry and thank you for being a part of Poets United.
A lovely poem - and I know just the bench where you can sit and be still.
Richard
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