Monday, August 2, 2010

The Meeting ~

see them

 beckoning
 through the kitchen
window

mere
acquaintance


a
hint
of
"inconvenience mutter"
under breath
I
drive
to edge of yard
to
better know them


the bold ones


the shy ones


the "sky's the limit" ones


the beginning ones


the aged ones


head
no longer teased
with
mutter

joy crept in
and
gratitude blossomed

thankful
for
of
having met
~ ~ ~
relationship
time




46 comments:

Jeff Jordan said...

the greatest joys most often come from paths of great resistance...glad you went to the edge. Beautiful yellow tones...my favorite color:)

Brian's Home Blog said...

No wonder I like daisies!

SimplyDarlene said...

such meetings are wonderful--when we heed the beckon

blessings.

Sandra Heska King said...

What Jeff said!

Duane Scott said...

You make me start to like flowers. :)

Ginny Hartzler said...

What a lovely meeting. I almost like the pretty moss on the trees as much as the flowers!

Glenda said...

Oh, I love this! I think I'd like to get to know the shy one!

Maureen said...

A lovely series perfectly named.

Anonymous said...

Love your header ~ fabulous!

I am thinking looking through your kitchen window every day must put a smile on your face! :)

xo Catherine

Connie Arnold said...

Very creative and lovely!

Paul C said...

Interesting portrayal on a generational theme.

Louise Gallagher said...

these are so lovely. their ages so beautiful captured by you.

Leslie said...

I love the way you "got to know" the daisies. So many layers, here. Relationships take effort, don't they?

And thank you so much for including the link to your previous post on "inconvenience." As someone who is just getting to know you through your blog, I could tell by the depth of your words that you had experienced some fires of suffering. You couldn't have the compassion you express without it.

I'm glad you revealed a little more about your life in those photos. It makes me feel less like a stranger, and more like a friend.

Linda said...

What a sweet post. It's always a good thing to get to know "someone." Who knows what joy may be awaiting us.

Anonymous said...

what a lovely meeting. i love especially the way you showed the shy ones :)

Ruth's Photo Blog said...

Simple flowers,yet so beautiful.
Blessings,Ruth

WhiteStone said...

Simple and Lovely. So much more "personality" than the better-dressed rose.

Cassandra Frear said...

Very nice writing! I recently spotted yellow flowers like these along a trail. I was charmed by them -- they were so cheery.

Sandy K. said...

How beautiful your post is. The gorgeous yellow against the dramatic green is amazing. I've tried my hand at gardening this year, but I still like the wild and free look of your offering. Thank you for visiting my site and offering your support.

Mary said...

yes, sometimes those interruptions turn into blessings!!

I love this little wildflower.

Blessings Susan!

Rick said...

Glad you heeded their call and met them. Lovely descriptions to accompany your wonderful shots! Thank you for sharing, Susan.

Dawning Inspiration said...

Lovely poem and pictures... xo

Mommy Emily said...

thankful for the inconvenience....


this is grace.
xo

Beth said...

Enjoyed the personification. When it comes to 'conversations' with flowers, it's always worth the effort.
I esp. liked the shy ones.

Kass said...

How wonderful to see all these nuances.

Anonymous said...

wooh! beautiful yellow!
you just made my day complete.

Tracy said...

Like a hymn of grateful praise... Loved this conversation, Susan. :o) Happy Day ((HUGS))

Steve Gravano said...

Beautiful new header photo. It's you. Very creative post.

MedaM said...

I never know what I enjoy more; your words or your photos! This post is simply fantastic and it made my day.

MadSnapper n Beau said...

breathtaking photos, onced again, the shy one if my favorite for today

Sandy K. said...

Good morning! I just wanted to let you know your blog posts match my Travel post of the day, so I have mentioned you and linked back to you, within my post. Have a glorious day!

Nancy said...

Your heart is so evident throughtout your work....A caring, loving and compassionate heart....

Hugs and blessings

Jennifer Richardson said...

Oh my, how much do I love this!
The way you see things.....
Thanks for opening my eyes to more beauty than i was prepared to meet!
-Jennifer

Michelle DeRusha said...

They were worth the inconvenience, yes? To see such simple beauty up close?

L.L. Barkat said...

I especially liked the shy one. That was marvelous. :)

S. Etole said...

Yes, Grace, very much worth it! The wildflowers around the edges of the yard are having a very good year.

Thank you, all of you, for your visits and comments ... it enhances the view through the window when it is shared.

Janis Van Keuren said...

Such beauty captured here in the rich color of the flowers. Yet they are so delicate.
Simply beautiful, Susan. And the poetry carries me along with the pictures.
Thank you for sharing.
Blessings,
Janis

Vicky said...

Aww, so sweet. They were worth the trip after all. Who knew they were so diverse and yet vaguely similar as well. All they needed was for a kind soul to notice them and give them a window to the world :)

Thank you for blessing me today Susan :)

nancy neva gagliano said...

i've been absent, but back and enjoyed my stroll through your blog...and that shy little flower! you are so refreshing!

Sarah Knight said...

lovely : )

patty said...

i'm head over heels for the shy one! what a geat capture! always, such beautiful words to accompany.

Anne Lang Bundy said...

What a world you find, Susan.

What a peaceful place here. I never tire of it.

Unknown said...

Susan
I am so thankful for you.
having met you through here....

so lovely.

ELK said...

each flower so unique .. you got some amazing closeups .. thankful for the inconvenience means the most

Relyn Lawson said...

The bold ones are my favorite. Oh yeah. At least with flowers.

Lisa said...

I love this in so many ways.
I give thanks for you!