Saturday 5 July 2014

Embraces Horizon.

A short stroll from home.  
A field to roam
The evening glow
Of wonder I know.
The remnants remain of the setting sun
Embraces horizon, emerges as one
The balance of nature speaks to me
I learn to see
Tomorrow
No sorrow
A revelation
A destination
The sun will return
A lesson I learn
Beyond the fears
Beyond the tears
There is hope
Together, we cope

128 comments:

  1. You can't help but have hope with a view like that spread out before you. Lovely hopeful uplifting words Gary.

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    1. Hi Delores,

      Hope and the balance intended with nature. Thank you, dear Delores.

      Gary :)

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  2. You always have hope!
    Amazing shots, Gary.

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    1. Hi Alex,

      Hope keeps the heart strong.
      Glad you like the photos.

      Gary :)

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  3. Can always find a way to make a brighter day, just have a little hope and one may need some good soap haha

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    1. Hi Pat in the Hatt,

      Hope on a rope and I lather like that.

      Thank you and say hello to the cat at your mat.

      Gary :)

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  4. Beautiful images, beautiful words...thanks, Gary, for instilling some hope! Peace.

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    1. Hi Kim,

      That's very kind of you. And thus, thank you. Hugs and hope, your way,

      Gary :)

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  5. Wonderful words befitting the beautiful photos. Nice, Gary.

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    1. Hi Lynda,

      Thank you very much for your thoughtful words, my kind friend.

      Gary :)

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  6. So peaceful and soothing, especially the last photo. May tomorrow bring you good things only.

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    1. Hi Debra,

      I'm glad you sensed the ambience. May tomorrow as the day dawns, bring us continued hope for a better world. Thank you, Debra.

      Gary :)

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  7. Simply beautiful. And how I hope your dreams become a reality.

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    1. Hi Sue,

      Much obliged and those photos were a hopeful inspiration. My dreams are becoming more real upon each passing day.

      Thank you, Sue.

      Gary :)

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  8. Happy Birthday, Gary!! Wishing all your dreams come true!

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    1. Hey Kim,

      Thank you for your kind return visit. I appreciate the birthday wishes. I know my dreams will come true and so will yours, dear lady :)

      Gary :)

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  9. This is such a lovely, and inspirational poem, Gary! Only you would send us a gift on your special day! Hope you have a wonderful birthday filled with health, happiness, and plenty of puns!

    Julie

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    1. Hi Julie,

      Thank you so very much. My gift, a shared gift of hope and fulfilment. My birthday was rather quiet, which is good. Although I did have some "puncakes" with maple syrup :)

      Thank you, dear Julie.

      Gary :)

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  10. Happy Birthday! This poem and these pictures are breathtaking.

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    1. Hi Shannon,

      Thank you for the happy birthday wishes.. I'm heartened you liked the poem and the pictures.

      A good day to you, dear Shannon.

      Gary :)

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  11. This is just lovely, Gary, words and pictures. Hope you have a Happy Birthday xx

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    1. Hi Teresa,

      That's very nice of you, Teresa. My birthday was nice and peaceful, thank you.

      Have a lovely day, dear Teresa.

      Gary :)

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    1. Hi Carol,

      Awe, thank you for that. Please take good care of yourself and stay warm, Carol.

      Gary :)

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  13. Hi Gary - Happy Birthday .. and that is a lovely way with words ... and I too sincerely hope things will ease soon ... I love Julie's thoughtful words ..

    I hope you can have a happy and peaceful weekend and enjoy some of those lovely views and wild flowers .. gorgeous area and views ...

    All the very best ... cheers Hilary

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    1. Hi Hilary,

      Thank you for the birthday wishes. I'm encouraged you liked the words. Soon, my new adventure begins, my son's new adventure begins and Penny follows along. Julie's words were indeed thoughtful, as are yours, my kind friend.

      The weather over the weekend here was very nice. Hope yours was equally nice.

      All the very best to you, dear Hilary.

      Gary :)

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  14. to this we give thanks to our little delivered package of newly found snow so on we go.

    when the blood comes knocking please I just ask of you to keep such thoughts to yourself.

    MY BODYS NOBODYS BODY BUT MINE! LOL!

    help each other, we help ourselves. simply love that line.

    :0)

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    1. Hey Beatrix,

      I think it's time you did another posting over at your site :) You certainly like to go surreal, my illustrious friend :)

      Glad you love that line, dear Beatrix.

      Gary :)

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  15. Beautiful narrative, stunning sunset, reflection on water. All the elements for peace.
    Best wishes Gary, sincerely sent.

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    1. Hi Rose,

      Thank you for your most thoughtful of observations, of your emotive senses. All the elements of peace within the natural balance that nature tells us.

      Thank you for your best wishes. I send you peaceful thoughts. Be well, dear Rose.

      Gary :)

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  16. I needed to read that tonight. So, thank you. It needs to be published.


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    ║╔╗║╔╗║╔╣╔╩╗╔╝ ★ BIRTHDAY ★
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    1. Hi ditchingthedog,

      I'm really heartened that you read this. I thank you. It's published in its own way :)

      Wow and thanks for that creative birthday wish.

      Gary :)

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  17. what gorgeous pics, Gary! I wanna be there too!

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    1. Hi Dezmond,

      Thank you and my spies told be you were there! :)

      Gary :)

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  18. There is always hope, Gary. It is what sustains us.
    "Hope springs eternal in the human breast, Man never is, but always to be blessed".

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    1. Hi Arleen,

      Thank you for echoing what I was trying to convey in this posting. I'd love a quote from you, dear friend.

      Gary :)

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  19. Beautiful images, beautiful words.

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    1. Hi fairyhedgehog,

      A beautiful comment and I'm grateful for that. Thank you, dear friend.

      Gary :)

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  20. Beautifully written and pics! Happy Birthday Gary! :)

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    1. Hi JoJo,

      Thank you so much for those nice words. Thank you for the happy birthday wishes, dear JoJo:)

      Gary :)

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  21. l O V E L Y!

    Sending you HUGS & Love from America. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

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    1. Hi Kim,

      Why, thank you.

      Hugs and love all the way back to Minnesota :)!

      Gary :) xxx

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  22. What a great message and beautiful photos.

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    1. Hi Diane,

      I'm flattered. Thank you, dear lady.

      Gary :)

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  23. A lovely poem.
    Together we cope.
    I share your hope.
    I will keep those inspiring landscapes in my mind.
    I did not know it was your birthday. Happy birthday, Gary!
    Have a wonderful day and an even better week!

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    1. Hi Julia,

      I'm glad you liked my poem. Together, with hope, we cope. A shared hope. The wonders of nature are instilled in your heart.

      I sort of kept my birthday a secret. Thank you for the happy birthday wishes, dear Julia.

      A wonderful day and week ahead to you also.

      Gary :)

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  24. If you have hope, it gives me hope.

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    1. Hi Joylene,

      You, dear lady inspire hope and this hope thanks your hope. We're on the highway to hope.

      Gary :)

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  25. Gorgeous photos, and beautiful words. You have the soul of a poet. (Give it back! Give it back!)

    Happy birthday.

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    1. Hi Susan,

      You are way too kind. Continue! LOL Twas inspired by the pawetic pooch, Penny :)

      Thanks for the happy birthday, dear Susan.

      Gary :)

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  26. Those pics are absolutely gorgeous, Gary! Thanks so much for sharing them and the poetry. You put a smile on my face. :-D

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    1. Hi Lexa,

      Thank you ever so much, Lexa. It was my delight to share. A double delight this could make you smile. Have a peaceful day, dear friend.

      Gary :)

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  27. Beautiful words Gary - Thank you for this lovely reminder of hope. Happy birthday my friend :) Kimmie X

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    1. Hi Kimmie,

      I appreciate that. A reminder of hope and a shared gift of empathy, dear Kimmie.

      Thank you for the happy birthday wishes.

      Gary :) x

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  28. Hope is good. Hope is always good to have.

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    1. Hi The Happy Whisk,

      Hope keeps us going. Shared hope inspires. Thank you, my kind friend.

      Gary :)

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  29. Great shots and words, Gary! Hope you had a truly marvelous birthday full of wonder, joy and hope, my friend.

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    1. Hi Jeff,

      Delighted you liked this, good sir. My birthday, after the parade in my honour, was marvellous :) Dude, you are an inspiration.

      Gary :)

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  30. Hope is the greatest thing to have. Always. Beautiful post and photos! Great way to start my Sunday. Have a wonderful day!

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    1. Hi Martha,

      Hope gives us the positive catalyst. I really appreciate your thoughtful words. I love that this was part of your Sunday. A peaceful day to you, dear Martha.

      Gary :)

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  31. So beautiful. Yes, we must find hope even in the darkest times.

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    1. Hi Stephanie,

      Well said. Always darkest before the dawn. Thank you, dear lady.

      Gary :)

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  32. Ahhh. The images were a wonderful treat. I so appreciated them and your positive thoughts.

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    1. Hi Lee,

      I'm glad the images were a feast to thine eyes. More positive thoughts I send your way, dear Lee.

      Gary :)

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  33. So restful!

    Happy belated birthday! I hope you had a wonderful day!

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    1. Hi Sherry,

      A resting spot.

      Thank you for the happy birthday wishes. It was a wonderful day. I wish you a wonderful day, dear Sherry.

      Gary :)

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  34. Beautiful poem. I reflect at the end of the day of good and bad things, and then sunrises make me feel hopeful.

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    1. Hi Medeia,

      That's very kind of you. Thank you. A reflection and the hopeful balance the new day brings. A lovely sunrise to you, dear Medeia.

      Gary :)

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  35. breathtakingly exquisite!!!! The photos AND the poem!

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    1. Hi Caren,

      Wow, what wonderfully descriptive words, Caren. Thank you. Enjoy your day, dear Caren.

      Gary :)

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  36. Beautiful photos Gary. I love the second one with that spot of golden sun.

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    1. Hi River,

      I loved taking those photos. That spot of golden sun really captures the essence of hope. Thank you, dear River.

      Gary :)

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  37. Lovely photos and such a beautiful poem. :-)

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    1. Hi Misha,

      Your kind words are warmly received. Thank you, my dear friend.

      Gary :)

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  38. Hope is one of my favourite words! There's always some around :)
    Love your pics!

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    1. Hi Jemi,

      Hope is one of my favourite words, also. Plenty of hope to go around. Sharing of our hopes and dreams, it seems. Thank you, dear Jemi.

      Gary :)

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  39. Your pictures are lovely. It does make a person want to embrace nature RIGHT NOW.

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    1. Hi Robin,

      Very nice of you to say. RIGHT NOW, nature calls your name, dear Robin.

      Gary :)

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  40. Okaaaaaay.

    This totally spoke to me. No lie. I think I *get* your soul, Gary. This was so beautiful on so many levels. Truly! Exquisite and nostalgic and reflective and powerful. And sad too---but with hope. Beautiful use of words. And the pictures only added to the beauty.

    Thanks for sharing this piece of yourself, Gary. And for sharing your talent with us. It's a blessing to know you!

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    1. Hi Morgan,

      Wow and okay. You very astutely summed it up. It was intended to come from so many different emotive levels. Interpreted as one saw fit. The photos, the added dimension of the hope we share.

      You are very kind. It's a shared blessing. I'm inspired by kind, compassionate folks like you. Thank you, dear Morgan and your upbeat post was awesome.

      Gary :)

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  41. Lovely photos and even more beautiful words.

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  42. Hi Christine,

    Thank you very much. I'm truly flattered by what you say. Enjoy your day, dear Christine.

    Gary :)

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  43. Gary, you are a magician with words and pictures and all matters of the heart. This is beautiful. I may've said before here, "This is my favorite post of yours." I now said it again. It's the best.

    Hugs, dear friend.

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    1. Hi Robyn,

      Hey presto and thank you very much, dear lady. I should try doing quick posts more often. All I did was put up the pictures and just let the words go with the ambience of felt. Ten minutes later and the rabbit is out of the hat :)

      Seriously, I'm flattered and honoured by your very kind words.

      Hugs and hope to you, dear Robyn.

      Gary :)

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  44. I agree with Rawknrobyn, you are a magician with words and the pictures are great, too. Keep up the great blogging work.

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    1. Hi Dizzy-Dick,

      That's very nice of you to agree with the lovely Robyn. Thank you for such flattery, my good sir. A delight, as always.

      Gary :)

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  45. That's a beautiful field to wander and gaze at. I hope it refreshes your spirit and brings you peace. :)

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    1. Hi River Fairchild,

      Amazing that the beautiful field is just behind a supermarket parking lot. It gave a moment of peaceful contemplation after braving the reduced price section in the store. Thank you dear River.

      Gary :)

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    1. Hi Life happens,

      It does take the breath away in a peaceful ambience. Thank you, my kind friend.

      Gary :)

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  47. Wow, I'm so glad I waited until just now to read this because seeing your blog, reading your blog, was a wonderful respite from work. Thank you for sharing these photos and these words. You are not alone...and neither am I! Thank you for that...

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    1. Hi Lisa,

      I'm delighted you visited, my kind friend. I'm most heartened that this post could be a bit of a break from work. My honour to share. Oh yes, we need never feel alone. Thank you, dear Lisa.

      Gary :)

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  48. Beautiful words accompanied by such beautiful images. Together we cope indeed.

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    1. Hi Suzanne,

      Thank you very much for stating that. A shared hope that help us cope. Such a powerful tonic, dear Suzanne.

      Gary :)

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  49. I love this poem. It's so full of beauty and promise. Great job.

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    1. Hi Carol,

      That is most encouraging, thank you. Considering I hardly ever attempt poetry, this is very nice of you. Of course, Penny the pawetic pooch loves pawetry! :)

      Gary :)

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  50. This is a lovely uplifting poem and that second picture of the daisies and the tree is breathtaking..I just want to jump into that picture..I am so glad I came over to read..

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    1. Hi Trudessa,

      I'm most honoured that you, the poet extraordinaire, likes my attempt at a bit of poetry. Thank you kindly. That photo, both those photos, were taken in the field right behind a local supermarket. I go shopping and then I jump into that location. I'm delighted you came over for a read.

      Gary :)

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  51. Absolutely beautiful, my friend. I love the pictures and the poetic words are perfect. What a great reminder to look forward to tomorrow. Nature is amazing and we should all stop and look at the marvelous sights around us. So inspirational!

    Happy days to you. :)
    ~Jess

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    1. Hi Jess,

      You are most kind, dear friend. You have said it so well in your thoughtful comment. The great outdoors and the balance we will embrace. A oneness amongst the inspiration.

      Happy days to you, dear Jess.

      Gary :)

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  52. Such beautiful pictures, Gary. I love the inspirational thoughts they provided for you. I'm with you, it's much better to focus on the bright and positive rather than the negative thoughts that try to drag us down.

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    1. Hi Elsie,

      Thank you very much. I can get such inspiration from looking back at the photos. This post only took about ten minutes to compose. To live life with realistic positive anticipation, rather than negative speculation. Those who would attempt to sabotage our positivity have no chance. Thank you, dear Elsie.

      Gary :)

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  53. This was the perfect thing for me to read today. Beautiful words.

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    1. Hi Annalisa,

      What a lovely thing to say. Thank you, my kind friend.

      Gary :)

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  54. Mm. Pretty pictures, and pretty words too. (That's right, I called them pretty. Deal with it.) Here's to hope and the cheese-filled sunrises/sunsets. =)

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    1. Hi Crystal,

      What a pretty nice comment! :) I'm dealing with it. Oh yeah and I feel pretty awesome. The cheesiest of sunrises and sunsets for you! :)

      Cheese and thank you, dear Crystal.

      Gary :)

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  55. Wow. I really needed this.
    Awesome, Gary! Thanks for posting. :)

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    1. Hi Melissa,

      That's an upbeat outcome.
      Make sure you take care of YOU, dear Melissa. Delighted to post this.

      Gary :)

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  56. Geoffrey left me a wonderful note on my last poetry piece. :) And Gary this is just beautiful and lovely and I have to read it again to soak it all in. Keep writing!

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    1. Hi there, Pixie,

      The magical Geoffrey the garden gnome :) What the amazing gnome and I'm delighted he left a wonderful note on your last poetry piece. Your words resonate with charmed encouragement. I'm heartened. Thank you, dear Pixie.

      Gary :)

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  57. Greeting ..
    :)
    You asked for comments and follow my blog
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    1. Hey Andiri,

      Did I ask for comments? You want me to follow your blog? Okay, only if you actually commented on this posting.

      Great comment! Thanks for sharing!

      Gary :)

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  58. Hi Gary. What's going on. I don't look at any Blogs for a week and you've gone all soppy! :-)
    CLICK HERE for Bazza’s fabulous Blog ‘To Discover Ice’

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    1. Hey Barry,

      It's the new soppy me! If you're soppy and you know it, clap your hands. Giggle and gosh!

      Gary :)

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  59. Looks like you live in a very lovely place. Yes, there is always hope.

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    1. Hey Eve,

      I'm blessed to live in a most tranquil place. Hope and hugs, dear Eve.

      Gary :)

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  60. Such a wonderful soothing poem.
    I love the photographs to accompany them.

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    1. Hi Lady Lilith,

      I'm glad you found the poem soothing. Doubly glad you liked the accompanying photos. Thank you, kind lady.

      Gary :)

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  61. I don't know which is more inspiring - the photos or the verse. Beautiful, Gary.

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    1. Hi Julie,

      Thank you, dear Julie. Inspiration breeds inspiration. Have a lovely weekend.

      Gary :)

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    1. Hi Eve,

      Thank you very much, my fine friend. I appreciate that. Enjoy your weekend.

      Gary :)

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  63. Beautiful Gary. Amazing pictures, lovely words. There is so much depth to you funny man :)

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    1. Hi Elizabeth,

      You are most kind, dear Elizabeth. Ah yes, you never know what I will post :) A most happy weekend to you and your loved ones.

      Gary :)

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  64. Gary the photos are stunning and the words so dear. Thank you for sharing this beautiful post with us. :)

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    1. Hi Diane,

      How very nice of you, dear lady. It's my honour to share. A lovely weekend to you and yours.

      Gary :)

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  65. Beautiful poem and pictures!

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    1. Hi Gossip_Grl,

      I appreciate that. Thank you, my kind friend.

      Gary :)

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I do try to comment back to each commenter individually. However, I might have to shorten my replies or give a group thank you. That way, I can spend more time commenting on your blogs. Thank you and peace, my friend.