Laura

New Day

poem by Kevin, image by yours truly โค๏ธ

A week or so before I felt unwell and needed to take a break from work and life, I took a beautiful walk in nature where I got some lovely photos, this gorgeous Hibiscus flower being one of them.

I needed that walk before I started a chaotic workweek – to tune into my soul, refresh my mind, open my heart and be one with the beauty of nature.

Nature and all its wonders certainly can and do have that renewing effect on us and Iโ€™m glad Kevin was able to capture the essence of this feeling with his beautiful words in the poem he wrote for this image.

Truly the experience you receive with all the โ€œalivenessโ€ (and yet somehow, stillness) around you, just being among the peace that only outdoors can bring.

*deep breath in*

I hope that every new day is like a beautiful blooming flower for you. Behold its power to transform your energy and mind with a simple touch of beauty.

all words and images, unless otherwise stated

Thank you for reading, you are always appreciated. ๐Ÿ™

Happy Saturday!

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  2. I’m amazed at seeing hibiscus blooming here in Florida every January! I never tire of seeing them! Your photo serves as a gentle reminder to stop and be grateful for the blessing the day has in store! Thanks, Laura.

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    • Thank you so much, Robin! ๐Ÿ˜Š Yes, Florida does have some nice lovely things about it that I do really appreciate. Iโ€™m so glad you liked the photo and your reflection of gratitude means a lot to me ๐Ÿ™ have a wonderful weekend! ๐ŸŒบ

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    • Thank you so much, Ernie! ๐Ÿ˜Š I wanted to incorporate more photos into my blog if I could, and the photo poems give a short and impactful way to create. Iโ€™m not as talented as some with whipping up poems quick and easy, (like you and Kevin!) it takes me a long time. ๐Ÿ™ Thank you again, so glad you enjoyed the photo and Kevinโ€™s words. โ˜•๏ธ โœŒ๏ธ โ˜•๏ธ happy Saturday! ๐Ÿฆด ๐ŸŠ

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    • Thank you, Susan. I felt peace just reading this. The morning time before sunrise is such a nice and quiet time to enjoy that beauty. I hope you get a chance to take some more walks soon. ๐Ÿ˜Š

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  8. Love the red hibiscus. I just read a ten-year-old post of mine where I said I planned to get a tattoo of a red hibiscus and a white plumeria to remember the White Terror and the Red Terror in the Spanish Civil War, a time in history that fascinates me. The country was torn apart by revolution and people were so cruel to each other, often over personal grievances as much as political ones. I got the tattoo, along with lots of ferns as a symbol of life. It runs over my ribs and I still remember it being the one that hurt the most.

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    • Oh wow! Thatโ€™s a cool story, Ted. Yeah, I imagine that would hurt but it does sound like a beautiful (if a bit sad behind the meaning) tattoo. And 10 years?! Youโ€™ve been on WP 10 years or this is somewhere else? ๐Ÿ˜†

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      • I did my first post on 4/19/2015. Iโ€™d attended a writersโ€™s conference and asked some impertinent questions about how to get published. They said to develop an online presence, start a blog, so I did. Two days ago I read over some of my early posts (I moved them all into the Blather section of my homepage) and thereโ€™s some good stuff there, though no one paid any attention to it. The gist was I really wanted an agent, I really wanted a publishing contract, I really wanted to feel like a successful writer. Thereโ€™s a lot about my novels on there, the progress I was making. Eventually I lost interest and let it languish for a while. About two years ago I decided to just publish my stuff right on WordPress, and stop worrying about success, or money, or any of that other stuff that doesnโ€™t have anything to do with being creative. The results have been amazing๐Ÿ˜œ.

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      • I hear ya. Man. What a wild ride. 10 years flies doesnโ€™t it?! I still think for sure you could get a publishing contract and an agent, your stuff is *chefs kiss* ๐Ÿ‘Œ but Iโ€™m honored and happy to be able to read it! ๐Ÿ˜€

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  9. It’s such a great way to recharge and bask in nature’s beauty. Nature is always the best medicine. It heals both physically and spiritually. This is a reminder for me to have morning or evening walks in nature.

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    • Youโ€™re so right! Thank you, I agree. Nature and laughter are definitely the best medicines. Love the healing energy. I hope you enjoy your future morning or evening walks, itโ€™s so good for you! ๐ŸŒบ

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    • Thanks so much, Jacqui! ๐Ÿ˜Š really appreciated! And Iโ€™m so sorry but somehow this comment landed in spam ๐Ÿ™„ ugh! Seeing lots of great posts about your book, congrats! ๐Ÿ˜Š

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  12. Laura the photograph is stunning.
    Vibrant and full of life.
    The poem matches the essence of the flower perfectฤบy.๐ŸŒบ
    Some times life gets a little hectic and nature is the perfect place to retreat .
    Thank you for this inspiring post lovely โค๏ธ๐Ÿค—๐Ÿฅฐ

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    • Thank you lovely sister โค๏ธ hope you have had a wonderful Sunday and a great week ahead! Always appreciate your kind and beautiful words ๐Ÿ™

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  20. I love the imagery and feelings among your journey. For me, connecting with nature awakens our spirit and helps us look inward. Everything speaks to us and brings us to a peaceful place of clarity.
    Thank you for this ~*

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    • Thank you so much for your lovely thoughts, Linda. ๐Ÿ™ What you say is so true, nature does really help us connect with spirit and allow us to ground ourselves. I wish you a peaceful week! ๐Ÿ˜Š ๐Ÿ’•

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  23. Laura, what a beautifully calming reflection. 

    That hibiscus sounds like the perfect companion for both chaos and calmโ€”a little reminder that nature doesnโ€™t rush, yet everything gets done. 

    Wishing many more walks that bloom into peaceful moments! ๐ŸŒธ Happy Sunday. 

    Philo

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  25. words to image… beautifully paired Laura and Kevin…๐Ÿค๐Ÿ’ซ

    glad you took that time , Laura … and thank you for sharing. Here’s to the bestest days ahead ๐ŸŒท๐Ÿค

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    • Thank you so much Destiny ๐Ÿ™ really always so appreciated and your kindness always means a lot โค๏ธ glad you liked it and I hope youโ€™re getting some time to spend in nature as well – bestest week and days ahead to you too! ๐Ÿ˜Šโœจ๐ŸŒบ

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      • so welcome…๐Ÿ™

        for now, we’re feeding of what url share, Laura ๐Ÿ˜ฌlol… keeping us in touch with nature…

        and thank you , too…๐Ÿค๐Ÿ’ซ

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  29. Great to hear that you’re back and better. The collaboration with Kevin suits you really well. On my side things have slowed down quite a bit. I might do a post about it ๐Ÿ˜‰ Have a great Sunday ๐ŸŒž

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  30. Another beautiful collaboration! ๐ŸŒน And a most-welcome bright spot in my current cold and grey January existence. Thank you for that! Can’t wait for spring, when communing with nature will be possible again. ๐ŸŒณ

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    • Thank you so kindly, Debbie โœจ ๐Ÿ™ I truly hope it gets a bit warmer by you soon enough! I enjoy the cooler weather but cold and grey can bring a bit of a damper on the mood *sends some Florida sunshine your way!* โ˜€๏ธ ๐ŸŒบ ๐ŸŒด

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    • Haha!! They are fallin from the trees these last few days! And they just keep getting bigger and bigger ๐Ÿคฃ ๐Ÿ˜†
      Thank you, Darryl! ๐Ÿซถ Glad you enjoyed the photo ๐ŸŒบ

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    • Thank you so much, Mary ๐Ÿ™ really glad you enjoyed both โค๏ธ we do need to try and find joy if we can, nature helps ๐Ÿ˜€ have a great week ahead and many hugs and love your way!

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  35. So sweet of you to say Laura. Iโ€™ve found that Iโ€™m just not as interested in that other stuff anymoreโ€”what really matters to me is having readers like you and the motivation to keep telling stories.๐Ÿซถโค๏ธ๐Ÿ•ด

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  36. I love your point that a walk in nature helps to refresh the soul. A profound thought indeed. Love your excellent photo and Kevin’s poetic response are a beautiful paring. Well done Laura. Glad you are feeling much better. Health is always wealth.

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  40. Laura, beautiful reflection on nature’s healing power! Your words and the lovely Hibiscus photo evoke a sense of serenity and renewal.

    Nature has the power to calm, inspire and transform us.

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    • Oh, your words couldnโ€™t be truer. Nature is indeed so inspiring and healing ๐Ÿ™ I do appreciate your kindness and I hope youโ€™re having a wonderful week ๐Ÿ˜Š

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