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Selfreflections and other stuff - Duet with Sunshine
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Selfreflections and other stuff - Duet with Sunshine |
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Titia Geertman Member Ascendant
since 2001-05-07
Posts 5182Netherlands 
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Sunshine and I decided to write a duet in a somewhat different form than usual. I would write a poem to two of her pics and she would write a poem to two of mine. This is the result  photo by Titia, poem by Sunshine The age of which way, like thoughts In one’s brain, should I reach out, Or lower myself, or… Reach for the sky? Go towards the light? The tangle of id, ego, super-ego argue, while roots Run deep, setting off underground shoots Like fireworks, springing life forth, Going towards the light. Time rings within me, leading all from one Season to another, while capturing my depth, That I should give life, and breath, even Sheltering some from storms. In the age of Which way shall I turn?  photo by Sunshine, poem by Titia What you see is lonely me Sitting here all by myself And I hear you thinking How sad it must be Not having friends around No one to talk to No gossip going 'round' and no giggling over stupid things And you might be right But then… You could be wrong you know Could be that I need such moments for myself far away from obligatory talk listening to nature's voice of silence You'll never know Untill you ask and then in understanding be my friend forever I'm always yours you know  photo by Titia, poem by Sunshine And in turning, finding a road, Lined in ever green, paved one way, The only way for some, And it beckons… There is, always will be, light all around us, For some, a center point; For others, a bathing of dreams; But always the light To show us the way, In untangling id, ego, and super-ego.  photo by Sunshine, poem by Titia Growing means peeling off used skin when it's becoming too tight changing inside and out Any creature is changing form when growing even people, you're surprised? but we don't peel our skin literally unless you got an ugly sunburn We're peeling our skin metaphoric we don't throw it away just put it aside in our mind and close the door But sometimes the growing stops when we open old doors using used skins and we will look like those birches charming, sometimes confused and frayed, more often until we find the door to that empty room in wich we can grow once more. Thank you Sunshine, it was such a pleasure working with you Like scattered leaves...my words will flow [This message has been edited by Titia Geertman (06-13-2004 10:29 AM).] |
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Fagin Member
since 2004-05-07
Posts 126Ca |
"Time rings within me, leading all from one" Super write!! Jeez you guys are good!! 10 outta 10! |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
You two, great job! And this was such a good metaphor for self growth! Enjoyed it very much! (Sunshine....I'm thinking about that challenge.....think I have to be in the right frame of mind, but it will come.) |
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Dark Angel Member Patricius
since 1999-08-04
Posts 10095 |
Just wonderful, both of you, what a pleasure it is to see through your eyes. Maree  The clouds never expect it when it rains, but the sea, changes colour, but the sea, does not change. |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Titia, your idea of writing to one another's photography was exceptional in so many ways. First, it gave me an insight to you, in following you through the camera, that I have tried to grasp before, but was never asked to put into words. Then, you did. What an awesome experience. And what you did to the photos I sent you...my gosh...yes, it is SUPPOSED to be about self, and reflection, but the honesty that is exposed is magnificent...but... isn't that poetry, after all? Your photography, my friend, makes me wish I could stand beside you when you snap the button. I will visit you one day. I promise. And you are always welcome to Kansas. |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Titia & Karilea~ These are magnificent~ *Huglets*  ~*Marge*~ ~*When the heart grieves over what it has lost, |
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Titia Geertman Member Ascendant
since 2001-05-07
Posts 5182Netherlands |
Thanks friends for all your nice comments. Karilea, don't underestimate yourself, your photos are very beautiful, all I did was framing them, but you had the eye to capture the moment. It was so surprising to see how you turned my photos into your words and it was a pleasure to write to yours. Doing so one has to open up one's heart and let feelings come out and then choose wich direction they will flow. It was an honour dear friend and you are always welcome to wander through my land. If someone is interested: you'll find my photos here http://usefilm.com/artist/titia Titia Like scattered leaves...my words will flow |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Poets, check out Titia's links...her photographic eye is amazing! Her talents? Unlimited!! |
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Patricia Member Elite
since 2003-04-06
Posts 2160Missouri |
Fantastic! My friend, who teaches English, decided to do a poetry unit with her students. I think, in part, because I was so excited about the idea because she said she has always been sort of "scared" to do poetry. One of the exercises she required was that students choose pictures from a news source and write a poem. Ahhh...what a wonderful exercise. I really must direct her to your unit. I love this! Patricia |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Patricia, this was Titia's idea, but I fell right in like with it - it's a wonderful way to really get to know someone else. I hope you DO pass this on to the English Teacher... |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
Karilea and Titia, this may be poetry but it is even more...it is life~~ and your words touched me deeply today... Well done, and I loved the idea you shared hugs and hugs Maureen |
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scorpio Member Ascendant
since 2002-10-02
Posts 5178right...there |
All of this is so inspired. The combining of talents...words and pictures...and the challenge of interpreting each other's images was a pleasure to experience. Thank you Titia and Karilea. believe in what your heart feels... |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
What an idea!! Brava!! This is fantastic! Titia and Karilea...a wonderful piece of work here! The words caress the photos and blend beautifully. ~Smiles & Hugs to you both, Nancy~ ~Somewhere in my heart I'm always |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Titia and Karilea These are fabulous!!! I have the goosebumps to prove it! |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
This is an incredible display of talent presented here. You have both done an excellent job. The pictures are beautiful and the words inspired by them are so appropriate and touching. I am impressed beyond words....  |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Every picture was wonderful, every poem was delicious. THere's a lot of talent wrapped up in this post. Thank you both for sharing it Liz |
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kaile
since 2000-02-06
Posts 5146singapore |
what an inspired idea! i enjoyed each and every single poem |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Thank you, everyone. To take another poet's photography and make it yours with your own thoughts/words IS what sharing is all about. I am so grateful to Titia for spanning the globe as she did, reach out, and touch mine as well. She is most certainly a poet worthy to duet with any of you....  So give me something to look forward to! |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Brava!! Excellent poetry you two!!! hugs, Chris p.s. the pics are awesome as well. Life itself is the most wonderful fairy tale. |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
I often wonder what came first in this world: the vision, or the words to describe it. Well, either way, you gave birth to them both you two in great form. "Start where you want to finish!" Feel free to quote me, I may become famous. |
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