Opal Reflections
Perspectives through Prose, Poetry and Photography
Tag: DPchallenge
Treasure Trove
My eyes are dazzled by the glinting sun, Sparkling on the hulls of seashell casts, Unique as crystal snowflakes, each is one, From depths beyond and ages long since past. The gulls have salvaged living prey, amassed, Leaving only sharps where once was life,… Continue Reading “Treasure Trove”
Thoughts From The Bench
This poem was inspired by a walk in the woods at Buttermilk Falls Inn, when I came upon this long-forgotten bench. I began to think about what stories this ‘object’ might tell, could it speak. How many lovers, hand in hand, approached and stayed… Continue Reading “Thoughts From The Bench”
Silent Eloquence
Looking out over the expanse of neatly arranged chairs, that in a few hours will be teeming with concert-goers, the stark contrast is clear. This anticipatory lull is prelude to a great crescendo of excitement. It’s as if calm before the storm; the lows… Continue Reading “Silent Eloquence”
Brick and Mortar
I love Brick! I love the irregular-surfaced and non-homogeneous kiln red uniqueness, Contradicted by predictable, perfect symmetry. Rigid, yet when interstitially connected with others of their kind, Creating a ‘whole’, far stronger than the individual parts; Solid structures; facades, walls and walkways, steps and… Continue Reading “Brick and Mortar”
Lighthouse in the Mist, Cape May, NJ
Bandit
Festive View from the Pub, Peddler’s Village – Lahaska, PA.
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