31 Replies to “The Ascetic”

  1. derrickjknight – UK – I am an octogenarian enjoying rambling physically and photographing what I see, and rambling in my head as memories are triggered. I also ramble through a lifetime's photographs. In these later years much rambling is done in a car.
    derrickjknight says:

    Well described

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      1. it looks huge in the picture ! via pinterest I came across a lot of insects I’ve never seen before and I am overwhelmed by them, such variety, such beauty and some are really BIG !

  4. NatureSpeak Photos – I take photos of nature as an amateur. That being so, I prefer not to edit the photos so that they retain their "naturalness". These photos, even though silent, tell us volumes about life, principles, ethics and harmony. Silence and nature; so much to experience, so much to learn...
    NatureSpeak Photos says:

    That is a gorgeous capture indeed… prostration in prayer seems to suit all creatures!

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  12. 2ndhalfolife – In the second (or really third?) half of my life now. Moving into the more crone stage: out of my head, into my soul. My magic is returning after many years of having lost it to the streets of life. There have been some very dark times, but these have made my journey rich with the stuff of possibility. Because out of darkness has come the glittering beauty of illumination. It has come with struggle and toil, and not without help--but I am here, and I am mostly in tact, and I'm here to share the rest of this journey with you all if you care to join me.......
    2ndhalfolife says:

    Interesting!!

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  13. Gretchen Del Rio – Crestline, California, USA – I first discovered the magic of water based colors when many years ago I began to paint with procion dyes on silk. I loved the unexpected quality of the process. It was so exciting to never be sure what the colors and water would combine to produce. It seemed as though the medium had its own passion. Painting with watercolors and paper is much the same. I love the color combinations and separations that occur spontaneously as the color floats on the water. You can never totally predict what effect will result. If you try to control the medium too much, your painting will be very tight losing its aliveness. The artist must be bold and decisive or the work will not be clear and fresh. It is really like a dance. It becomes a controlled folly in knowing when to let go and when to take charge of the direction that the painting is taking. The images that I paint reflect my emotions and are expression of my life experience. They are not extensively planned, but rather evolve as the painting progresses. I am always surprised by the end result since it comes into being because of what the medium and emotion has suggested. The paintings are from my heart and I always fall in love with the subject. I believe that we are all connected and, if an image touches you, it is because we all have the same heart even though our paths may be different. Most of all, painting what I paint makes me happy. The paintings are my own path unfolding. They are an opening door for me and contain my own passion for life.
    Gretchen Del Rio says:

    Your poem is mystical and esoterically descriptive. Wonderful and I thank you for this gem to begin my day.

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  14. Enviroart – Montréal, Québec, Canada – Visual artist, writer, biologist, blogger, mindful, mother, conflicted, constantly curious and learning
    Enviroart says:

    Isn’t that absolutely special ! What we can notice in macro photography !
    Beautiful!

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  15. Lee – Maryland – Photography is my hobby. I own 33 PLANET EARTH groups on Flickr. This blog is not about me, its about the members of the family of PLANET EARTH groups. Administration Team Thanks to all members for being part of the family of PLANET EARTH groups. PLANET EARTH groups are not the largest groups on Flickr but we are some of the best groups. Members on the administration team are all active members and do care about our planet. 29 PLANET EARTH groups please take the time and ck. out what these groups have to offer, thousands of photos and videos by our members. My daughter is part of Administration for PLANET EARTH groups. zieglerb www.flickr.com/photos/zieglerb/ ♥PANKARITA♥ is part of Administration for CHILDREN OUR FUTURE, and PLANET EARTH OUR HOME www.flickr.com/photos/kristel_pankarita/ Any problems or concerns please contact any of us. Your Friend Lee PLANET EARTH groups. www.flickr.com/people/thats_right/ Wordpress: PLANET EARTH NEWSLETTER blog http://planetearthnewsletter.wordpress.com/ copy and paste above link or click on PLANET EARTH NEWSLETTER blog below. This is an active blog so ck. back when you can for future updates. Get fed get the feed.
    Lee says:

    Very unusual find.

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  17. sherijkennedyriverside – North Bend, WA USA – Left brain, right brain, I can't decide. After many years of successful visual arts pursuits, I'm working on my other creative inclinations. For the past 8 years, writing has been my second full time job, and it's worth every sleepless night. Sheri J. Kennedy grew up mostly a city-girl coasthopping from Seattle to rural Pennsylvania, Miami and back to Seattle. She currently resides on the banks of the Snoqualmie River in the scenic Cascade Mountains. Her heart has found its home.
    sherijkennedyriverside says:

    It looks otherworldly. Beautiful and strange!

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  18. Zara – HEY. I blog about all general stuff, share some experiences, some thoughts, poems, some stories too. Some of my posts also carry humor. I am very sharp complicated personality but when it comes down to honesty i never compromise. I love socializing and getting to know more people which is why I started blogging. I can be a really good friend and easily keep secrets. I have a realistic and mature personality.
    Zara says:

    WOW

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  19. becca givens – Central Texas - USA – Becca is an artist, poet, and animal communicator. She delights in cooking, nurturing, and sharing a rich spiritual life with others on the Path.
    becca givens says:

    Wonderfully described and illustrative capture!

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  21. jessamayann – I enjoy writing for peace of mind. Trying my hand at this blog business and enjoying all of the fresh words you are all clever enough to bring to life! Thanks for sharing and reading.
    jessamayann says:

    Nicely captured.

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  24. firefly1275 – Louisiana – V. Rose enjoys creating mystical characters and worlds, with a touch of the modern day world. When she is not writing or thinking up her next story ideas, she is enjoying South Louisiana sunsets.
    firefly1275 says:

    Very nice and beautiful.

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  25. Extremely interesting and intriguing. I loved it. Come see me and read about some Damsels in Distress. Everyone likes the ladies in need of a rescue or finding that God is always the Rescuer in Chief. jlheman1945

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  26. 23littletrees – Lo-fi living Franglais fashion! 2 women and their families who have escaped UK cities and the rat race to discover rural Normandy seeking another way of life. Here we share our trials and tribulations as our lives as smallholders unravel and we pursue our dreams. Will we successfully produce home grown herbal infusions? Will the tree house ever be built? Can you grow loofahs and saffron in Normandy? And most importantly will the goats ever get the better of the donkey???
    23littletrees says:

    Yes, prostrate, exactly! Beautiful imagery, beautiful image!
    Thankyou 😀

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  28. janicead – Round Rock, TX, USA – A retiree from a career in graphic arts with a application in printed circuit board production. This job moved from manual work in the mid 1960's to mostly computerized in the mid 1990's. A wife of one since 1967. Mother to one since 1973. Grandmother of four grandsons and one granddaughter of varying ages. Sister to three. Daughter of two staunch Democrats. Child of the Creator. Lover of nature, a good steak and long views. A native Texan that spent 38 years in southwest Missouri, my husband's home state. In 2013 moved to the Austin, TX, area to once again be near my side of the family. Downsizing to a one bedroom loft apartment allows more time for blogging, sewing, watching grandsons in various sports and dabbling in photography. Looking forward to a few more trips, this time to other continents.
    janicead says:

    Lovely.

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