Thurs - Creativity Through the Lens and Haiku


Time seems to fly when I am behind the lens and yet it 'stands still' in a zen moment renewing my soul's energy.
Tis Sunflower Season on Cape Ann MA and elsewhere for Rurality Blog Hop
'Party Boat'  on Cape Ann MA Harbor heading for 'O ~ Open Seas  for Alphabe Thursday










Cape Ann MA 'daisy' B and W for My Memory Art and Images by cw.com



Haiku for Carpe Diem Haiku ~ 'hidden places'



Lazy Day Boating on Cape Ann MA sharing with Water World


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QUOTE FOR THE DAY: 'The future is completely open, and we are writing it moment to moment.' ~ Pema Chodron







Comments

  1. Noel MorataAugust 27, 2013 at 7:59 PM

    It looks like a fun trip to take the ferry somewhere along the cape, where does it usually land Carol? thanks for commenting.

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    1. AnonymousAugust 28, 2013 at 9:06 AM

      Originate out of Harbor Loop and just tours the harbor ~ used to have a ferry that went to Boston but not sure it runs currently. Thanks for your interest ~ happy day to you ^_^

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  2. Seams2BeAugust 27, 2013 at 9:00 PM

    Love the photo of the boat with all the rowboats. Beautiful poem. Thank you for sharing your gifts. Pam

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  3. Veronica LeeAugust 28, 2013 at 4:49 AM

    Beautiful pics and quote as always!

    Happy Wednesday!

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  4. Gemma WisemanAugust 28, 2013 at 5:37 AM

    Lovely collection of flowers and boats. The last photo of the boat enjoying the waves is very beautiful.

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  5. Masshole MommyAugust 28, 2013 at 8:36 AM

    Absolutely gorgeous. I don't get up to the north shore as often as I should. I see a day trip in my near future :)

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  6. BrandiAugust 28, 2013 at 8:53 AM

    Wonderful collection. An extra bit of summer to carry me into the school year~

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  7. ❀~Myrna~❀August 28, 2013 at 9:26 AM

    Fantastic Pics & I love your verses & the quote!

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  8. Louisette retrieverAugust 28, 2013 at 9:39 AM

    Cool beautifull fotos, best regard from Belgium

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  9. Kim, USAAugust 28, 2013 at 10:40 AM

    Beautiful series of photos. Indeed small boats need big boat ^_^

    Thank you for joining Water World Wednesday
    Kim,USA

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  10. HalcyonAugust 28, 2013 at 1:38 PM

    Such pretty flowers!

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  11. mail4roseyAugust 28, 2013 at 1:40 PM

    These are fantastic and I love on the water pictures!

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  12. aspiritofsimplicityAugust 28, 2013 at 2:18 PM

    I love the lazy day boating shot. It's so pretty. One of my very favorite scenes.

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  13. Our Neck of the WoodsAugust 28, 2013 at 2:32 PM

    I love the daisy and the sunflower! And I agree about time flying when behind the camera :)

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  14. AdrienneAugust 28, 2013 at 2:52 PM

    Love the daisy in b/w...especially brought into focus like that. Also love your sunflowers - cause they're my fave!!

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  15. EG CameraGirlAugust 28, 2013 at 2:57 PM

    Lazy day boating sounds wonderful right now!

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  16. ImagesByCW | OceanDreamIllustrationAugust 28, 2013 at 6:26 PM

    Beautiful photos, love the b&w daisy! Thanks for linking to my site, Carol :)

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  17. AnonymousAugust 28, 2013 at 8:09 PM

    And finding those sacred places is nourishment enough for the heart-soul.!

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  18. Esther JoyAugust 28, 2013 at 8:52 PM

    Love your boating pictures - especially the red boat on the Cape Ann photo!

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  19. AnonymousAugust 28, 2013 at 10:13 PM

    I love your haiku. Seeds of hope, dreams, and healing due start in deep places.

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  20. Jeannette StGAugust 29, 2013 at 4:30 AM

    love all the little row boats - so inviting! Thanks for taking us there:)

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  21. Joe ToddAugust 29, 2013 at 5:18 AM

    Beautiful words and photos

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  22. ChèvrefeuilleAugust 29, 2013 at 5:33 AM

    WOW! Carol what a wonderful photos you have shared here and that haiku says what your photos tell ... there are a lot of wonderful places that are hidden ...

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  23. Debra at HOMESPUN: http://www.thehomespun.com August 29, 2013 at 6:33 AM

    I always cool off looking at your lovely water pics but this week I think that black and white daisy is my favorite! :)

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  24. UnknownAugust 29, 2013 at 8:13 AM

    This first daisy is so simple, its beautiful! The bokeh on the sunflowers is beautiful too.

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  25. MarkAugust 29, 2013 at 8:38 AM

    I agree: Time does become sacred in hidden places!

    Hidden Places

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  26. joanneAugust 29, 2013 at 9:08 AM

    I always enjoy your pix, mostly because I've been there! and yes, I took a walk with Steve and Guy a few days ago....Tried to push myself a bit and it wasn't too bad....see you tomorrow...

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  27. AnonymousAugust 29, 2013 at 9:45 AM

    What a wonderful series of photos! I think I would really enjoy being on a party boat right about now. The sunflowers, however, are my favorite.

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  28. SarahBethAugust 29, 2013 at 10:56 AM

    Fabulous photos -- I really love that last one!

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  29. LolaAugust 29, 2013 at 12:39 PM

    Wouldn't it be great to hop on that party boat and head for *O*pen seas?!

    Lovely p*O*st as always!

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  30. GattinaAugust 29, 2013 at 12:43 PM

    Sunflowers are my favorite flowers ! so beautiful !

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  31. LmkazmierczakAugust 29, 2013 at 9:19 PM

    Stunning shots...even though they go with different hops they all speak volumes of serenity♫

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  32. Splendid Little StarsAugust 29, 2013 at 11:44 PM

    I totally relate to your statement at the very top.
    lovely haiku and photos!

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  33. VBRAugust 30, 2013 at 8:05 PM

    wonderful photos to celebrate the blog hops you participate in! thanks for sharing a bit of your beautiful life.

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  34. Personalized Sketches and SentimentsAugust 31, 2013 at 6:38 PM

    Beautiful views captured and wonderful words of poetry.

    Blessings & Aloha!
    Thank you so much for stopping by!

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