Opal Reflections
Perspectives through Prose, Poetry and Photography
Category: WordPress Challenges
Carry
After an exhaustingly satisfying jaunt to Disney Springs, we return to our Polynesian Paradise, with visions of plunging into a refreshing Oasis Pool. This photo captures many emotions for me, transporting me back to the warmth of that day; tasty lunch on the deck… Continue Reading “Carry”
Delicate Balance
Astride she stands so tall, serene, No waver in her footing, The watery depths her safety net, Her oar, sloped straight and wooden. So strong and brave she takes her post, So Innocent and sweet, We stand ashore and marvel at her calm and… Continue Reading “Delicate Balance”
Tiki, Tiki, Tiki…From Every Angle
This week we are challenged to photograph a single object or scene from several angles. I selected the Tiki sculpture in the center of the newly renovated lobby of the Polynesian Village, at WDW. https://dailypost.wordpress.com/dp_photo_challenge/from-every-angle/
Sand Prints
Denizens of the beach at Polynesian Village scurry for breakfast, leaving their tracks in the freshly-raked sand.
Our Daily Bread
Our Daily Bread …a villanelle about inspiration; inspired by a stunning spider’s web that glistened in the morning rays of sun, pouring through my kitchen window.
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Half and Half
Diamanté seemed the perfect poetic accompaniment to illustrate this week’s Photo Challenge theme: Half and Half.
Spring In Motion
I know it’s Spring because the brown hard soil beneath my feet, begins to greenish be, Before the morning light they’re chirping; all a-flutter as they gather in the trees. I know it’s Spring when safflower hulls and seeds Are strewn beneath my backyard feeding… Continue Reading “Spring In Motion”
Double-knitted Symmetry
Tip-tapping bamboo sticks repeat motif, Defining complex interweaves of threads Knit red, two white, then three, again repeat In hope it soon will warmly top her bed. A double-knitted pattern turns my head, Though twice the time and focus it demands, For working two… Continue Reading “Double-knitted Symmetry”
Roots (Weekly Photo Challenge: Express Yourself)
Last November we traveled to Puerto Rico, en route to St. Thomas in support of the Seton Hall Pirates, for the Paradise Jam, a pre-season college basketball tournament.  While in Puerto Rico, we visited the town of Caguas, and toured several museums.  The  Museo de… Continue Reading “Roots (Weekly Photo Challenge: Express Yourself)”
Puppy Love (Photo Friday: Blissful)
***** Joyous first meeting, Kindred spirits know their own Forever faithful. ***** Postaday:Â
On Brightwood Pond (Photo Friday: Autumn Colors)
***** Robin-egg blue, Mirror still lake reflections, Fallen gold afloat. > ***** Postaday:Â
Lighthouse in the Mist, Cape May, NJ
Bandit
Festive View from the Pub, Peddler’s Village – Lahaska, PA.
Home Sweet Home
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