Metamorphosis
I wrote this last night as a companion to my Fitzroy Fronds image … and as a comment on Life.
I do intend to put both together in one image when the creative juices inspire!!
Metamorphosis belongs to the following groups:
All Things Poetic, Artistic, PhilosophicalUnfurling gently in the soft, late sun,
they shyly extend their fingers.
Tentative, as the newfound freedom offers no resistance ,
they relish the warmth.
Is it real, or is it a dream?
Will it fade
and the restrictions of their previous existence suddenly reappear?
Can they trust this new environment?
What does the future hold?
Is it worth the risk,
this glowing warmth
that stirs the sap and gives life to once-dormant extremities?
The golden orb slips lower. The damp cool night descends.
No longer furled, their fronds are now exposed.
The forest seems so different now
… they are vulnerable
… and cold
… and confused … in a place of no return.
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Shivering gently as the soft, early sun
caresses the forest, they turn
… to face the warmth of a brand new day.
Craig Hender
Beautiful Rosalie, just beautiful.
Rosalie Dale IPA replied
Thanks my friend …
Sharon Hammond
Oh my – you write AND take beautiful photos. Is there no end to your talent?
Rosalie Dale IPA replied
Inspiration struck Sharon!! Actually both have been lurking all my life – occasionally they come together.
SharonD
Wow Rosalie,this is great.I had no idea you could write too.
Rosalie Dale IPA replied
Pleased you like it Sharon. I suspect we are all multi-faceted!
SharonD
Hi Rosalie,the many gifts bestowed by God.
Daniel Rayfield
Awww This will surely keep them warm, well written.
Maximus
And you can write too. excellent. :)
Rosalie Dale IPA replied
The trouble with writing Maxie is that one has to have a bit of space / quiet / inspiration!!! Not always available in today’s lifestyle. Thanks buddy.
Rosalie Dale IPA
Thanks heaps Dan
Maximus
Very true.. not easy to always find. :)
Daniel Rayfield
no no thank you!!!!!
GailD
Great writing Rosalie. Fits the image perfectly. Great work.
Rosalie Dale IPA replied
Pleased you like it Gail.
photos40
STUNNING.!!!!!!!!!!!!
Rosalie Dale IPA replied
Appreciated Wayne very much.
Prasad
Thought provocative…................
Rosalie Dale IPA replied
Deeper than it appears Prasad!!
loramae
Hmmm…look forward to reading more! This is beautiful!
Rosalie Dale IPA replied
Thank you Loramae
Warren Williams
Are there any other talents that you not telling us about ,as this writting is excellent, Writting can be your future when photography fades away. ( You know what I mean)
Take that quiet space and the inspiration will arrive .
Rosalie Dale IPA replied
:+) Yep I understand – thank you for the encouragement – pleased you like it Warren.
margo
Beautifully crafted word pictures to accompany your photographic image. You are a clever lady Rosalie.
Rosalie Dale IPA replied
Appreciated Margo – I need to get back to some writing so I can put both together more often!!!
Marvin Collins
Beautiful Rosalie, I love it, you are really quite talented!!!
Rosalie Dale IPA replied
I’m convinced it is in all of us Marvin – just needs a catalyst sometimes to bring it out!
benimages
Love it Rosalie…weel done!
Rosalie Dale IPA
Thanks Ben
pinkyjain
So very lovely Rosalie, beautiful words
Rosalie Dale IPA replied
I appreciate the favouriting pinky – pleased it appeals to you.
debsphotos
Always thought you were a lady of many talents Rosalie…..Beautiful words for a lovely image!!!.
Rosalie Dale IPA replied
:+) Thanks heaps Deb.
coffeebean
Yes this is just so beautiful and suits your image perfectly.
Rosalie Dale IPA replied
Jenny thank you so much -
lianne
Incredible! And the image is pretty spectacular too!
Rosalie Dale IPA replied
Lianne, coming from you, I am flattered. Thank you. Love your written word, and your ‘lucky’ shots!!! Keep it up.
mariarty
Hey Rosalie, beautiful words. A lady with hidden talents.
Rosalie Dale IPA replied
THanks Marie – you flatter me.
Roger Sampson
My Rosalie – I am so pleasantly touched by what I just read. Even the 3rd and 4th reading left me feeling the same. Being very honest my friend – this is very, very good. I’m smiling right now.
Rog
P.S. Does this mean I’m out of a job? hehe
Rosalie Dale IPA replied
Hey Rog – you also flatter me – so pleased it evoked a smile – and no, you are certainly never out of a job! I could not draw out the meaning the way you can (BTW yes, I am still contemplating that other more complex collab!!!)
Enivea
Beautiful words and photo. Look forward to seeing more along these lines :-))
Rosalie Dale IPA replied
Thank you so much for the encouragement.
Sharon Mau
Beautiful prose Rosalie, it is lovely.
Rosalie Dale IPA replied
So pleased you like it Sharon – thank you for adding this to your favs.