paper-thin wings
by Elouise
paper-thin wings
of spun silk gleam
atop purple-crowned thistle
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I’m captivated by this ephemeral moment caught in the blink of a camera. Nature’s grandeur arrives in a heart-beat and departs in a heart-beat. Not once or twice, but uncounted times over.
Often in times of desperation or dismay, nature spills over on our behalf. Free of charge. All we need are eyes to see. Especially the small things we might not notice.
Life has a paper-thin quality. It doesn’t last forever. Not even in the most substantial tomes, libraries, decrees or declarations.
Yet we pass through each day surrounded by reminders of continuity and grandeur far beyond our making. Spinning out our personal histories in the brief moments of our seasonal lives. Trusting in whispers of something and Someone greater than ourselves.
© Elouise Renich Fraser, 22 June 2017
Photo found at Pixabay.com
Response to WordPress Daily Prompt: Paper
Amen!
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Thanks, Debbie!
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Beautiful.
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Thank you kindly, paolsoren. Nice gravatar.
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What a nice post, and a very pretty butterfly, to go with it!
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Isn’t it though (the butterfly)! I wish I knew what kind it is. 🙂
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reminds me of a red pineapple I saw this morning, as the dogs tug and pull, made time to stop and see the beautiful sight and share words with the home owner about a miracle it is, the things that grow, the butterflies that flit about, etc….. ❤
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A red pineapple? Lovely! 🙂
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got a picture of it this morning, will post on it this week. Hope your picture gets there today or tomorrow 🙂
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It just got here! I sent you an email, and can’t wait for D to get home so he can see it, too. Thank you X 1 million gazillion!
Elouise
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Yay, I am so glad you liked it, made with love, and you’ve made me so happy, your email made my night😊💕💜🙏🏻☮🕉 enjoy my friend💕😊
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What a gorgeous photo! And what a lovely poem and meditation to go along with it. Thank you!
Nancy
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You’re welcome, Nancy! Thanks for your kind comment. Life is very short and unpredictable. Also filled with beauty and hope when we’re able and willing to go there, too.
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