Opal Reflections
Perspectives through Prose, Poetry and Photography
Category: Well-struck Notes
This category is intended to highlight posts that have struck a sonorous note for me or my readers, or which, either through the living of them or the retelling of them, occupy a particularly special place in my heart.
Consolation
This was written in response to Trifextra Challenge: For the weekend challenge we’re asking for exactly thirty-three words written in first person narrative.
Lilies of the Valley
A sensation of relief wrapped him Like a comforting blanket, When he found remnants of the Lilies of the Valley, Still growing wild by the house. The man discovered the hidden, inner child. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ I wrote this response to Trifextra Challenge. Upon reading the… Continue Reading “Lilies of the Valley”
A Feast of Praise
As concert nears, the excitement is building in our rehearsals. This music is beautiful and challenging…truly “A Feast of Praise.”
Lights Out!
The porch light blinked on and off, yet again. “I’ve never been so humiliated in all my life. “ She rushed to her room, wishing she could just die! Mom smiled and locked up! This was written in response to Trifextra Challenge week 55;… Continue Reading “Lights Out!”
Sonnet #3, by William Shakespeare
This excerpted piece touched me in a very special way; perhaps because it is the sixth anniversary of my Mother’s passing, or perhaps simply because the older I get the more I recognize the eternal truth and wisdom found in these words, penned centuries… Continue Reading “Sonnet #3, by William Shakespeare”
Many Are Called
Father John, her favorite parish priest and regular confessor, was an obvious choice from whom to request a college recommendation. Church and school were the heart and soul of her world, augmenting perfectly the love and support she received, unquestioningly, from her family. Her… Continue Reading “Many Are Called”
Shared Secrets
“D-man, what’s your best, all-time favorite movie?” “Les Miserables…I know every song by heart!” “But you’ve never even seen that movie – it’s rated PG13! “So what! It’s still my favorite.” This was written in response to Trifextra Challenge Week 53, in which we… Continue Reading “Shared Secrets”
The Luck of the Draw
Who would she get today? Perhaps a young man with a charming smile; or a middle-aged woman with an experienced manner. She knew it wouldn’t matter, the outcome was consistently and depressingly predictable. She fought the feeling of helplessness and as usual, strove to… Continue Reading “The Luck of the Draw”
2012 Photo Review
I am posting this response to the Weekly Photo Challenge from a few weeks ago. Yes, it is late for the challenge. The reason it is late is because I had so many lovely images from which to choose I took an inordinate amount… Continue Reading “2012 Photo Review”
Ora Pro Nobis
Sculpted heavy doors creak open, Lured by darkness within Holy water dabbed, words spoken Ritual recitations begin Sealing the sanctity of her mission. Seemingly unending, unlit aisles extending With yellow-brick road rigidity Flanking knotted kneelers unbending Conveying timeless solidity Drawing her in, to enter… Continue Reading “Ora Pro Nobis”
Listening by Heart
I happily and confidently reestablish my strategic position, as I have hundreds of times. From this special perch, we are again committed co-conspirators, defending the highly treasured (if sea-slogged) Crabby Patty secret. We are best friends and buddies. He listens to me. He hears… Continue Reading “Listening by Heart”
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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