The Big Dry
Written as a response to David Haviland’s image The Big Dry ... as confronting as these images of drought can be, one has to live in it – breathe it, taste it, smell it – to appreciate what the farmers face in these conditions.
Thanks for bringing it to our screens Dave.
Now entered in the It’s All About Australia Challenge …
The Big Dry belongs to the following groups:
All Things Poetic, Artistic, Philosophical, Australian Travel Photography and Writing - 1 per 24hrs, Former DPF Members and Live, Love, Dream:Breathless
Scorched
Arid
Dry
Parched
Cracked
Harsh
Sky
Grit
Resolve
Struggle
Why?
A brave face masks
a silent cry …
(c) 2009 Rosalie Dale
Sarah Moore
You have always had a way with words Mum! Fabulous imagery.
Rosalie Dale IPA replied
Thanks Sarah – Dave’s image brought back some memories for me!
kenspics
Wow.. excellent writing Rosalie!!
My throat has dried up just reading these powerful words!!
Rosalie Dale IPA replied
I’m pleased you caught the message Ken – thank yuou
SharonD
Great writing Rosalie,
Rosalie Dale IPA replied
Thanks heaps Sharon
Lorraine Creagh
Such a true reflection of country life. Well written Rosalie.
Rosalie Dale IPA replied
As harsh as country life can be, we love it! Thanks Lorraine.
Warren Williams
Excellent.
Rosalie Dale IPA replied
Thanks Warren. A lot of similar scenes from my childhood included a carcass or skeletal remains of animals (as I’m sure they do in your country also)... it is where reality hits.
John Robb
Wonderful.
Rosalie Dale IPA replied
You are kind John – thank you.
barkeypf
Great words/great photo.
Marvin Collins
Water….............water…..........give me water. Great writing Rosalie!!
Rosalie Dale IPA replied
Perhaps it reminds you of Az Marvin!!! Thanks my friend.
Bootiewootsy
Fabulous writting and great photo..
Rosalie Dale IPA replied
Thanks so much Carol …
Marilyn Harris
Fabulous words and photo!! Well done!! :o)
Rosalie Dale IPA replied
Much appreciated Marilyn – thank you
Rosalie Dale IPA
Thanks Paul (sorry the ‘reply’ link doesn’t work this time!!) – pleased you like them both.
Josie Jackson
Great words Rosalie, true and to the point
Rosalie Dale IPA replied
Sometimes less is more Josie! Thank you
Kazzoom IPA
lovely words Rosalie
Rosalie Dale IPA replied
Thanks Kaz – you probably should write one about The Big Wet!!!!
EmeraldSun
WOW!
-Very deep, profound and evocative. Emotionally stirring such vivid mental art of the parched grounds and lack of sustenance. Superb work!--Hugz—Bea :D)Rosalie Dale IPA replied
WOW in return for the enthusiastic response! Thank you! I am sure David thanks you also … his image was the catalyst!! xx
Kazzoom IPA
ok need to think about it lol
debsphotos
Phew…I’m off for a drink!!!! Really good work Rosalie!!! *-)
Rosalie Dale IPA replied
Thanks Deb
George Petrovsky
G’day Rosalie!
Your words encapsulate the emotions of many a brave settler or farmer who has endured the drought. Davids’ picture captures one of the aspects of the heartbreak. When will the floods come?
:)george
Darren Stones
Rosalie, this is great. You’ve said so much, in so few words. Brilliant.