Today's image inspired a dark poetic study of courage and hope. It is disturbing, but at the same time points to the strength of the human spirit in the face of great adversity. This piece also sprang from a concept I'd been dancing with since yesterday, inspired by a post from the writing site d'Verse.
Wonderful choice of photo, Tess. As soon as I looked at it, I could feel the city closing around me like a giant claw. I wrote a more lighthearted version of that feeling for my daily doggerel, then proceeded to inflict it upon everyone here.
Kay, Alberta, Canada An Unfittie’s Guide to Adventurous Travel
Great image, Tess, thank you. I have just spend the day with my son on a wet rugby pitch so perfect timing to sit and write something, my hands are finally warm:)
That is just a great photograph. I've revised it (drawing on iPad) to something that fits with a poem I've been thinking about. (Sorry, but work is long, life short.) It really is a lovely picture and prompt. K.
My response to this prompt was based on the number of choices on Sirius XM satellite radio, which we have on our cars as well as on my husband's Harley Davidson. So many choices. When I feel like changing the station over and over, I know that it's time to turn it off. Amazing how life's little luxuries become irritants after awhile...
This photo was perfect for a poem that has been with me for so long. I've been missing living in the city. When I was in my early 20s I live in the downtown area of San Diego. It was not without its challenges but I remember that time fondly.
Hi Tess apparently my link #59 doesn't work because the address is messed up. I tried to post it again on #68 and I think that link works fine. Could you please delete #59 for me? Thanks Kristen
Sorry my poem is from the previous prompt of the boy with the Peking Ducks. Cannot figure out how to get it there. I will be back for another prompt. This was a great writing exercise for me. Loved it. Hope you like the poem. Thanks for the fun!
Glass and Mirrors. Nice photo!
ReplyDeleteJJRod'z
Intriguing angles in the photo. Power games.
ReplyDeleteThe first Dr. Linthead link is in error. Sorry, clumsy this morning.
ReplyDeleteThis reminded me of the drive into Chicago, taking our daughter to the U. of Chicago to begin college.
ReplyDeleteOkay, I've put something up for you guys.
ReplyDeleteMany thanks for hosting these events!
Jamie
Great image. All sorts of ideas ran through my head. : )
ReplyDeleteI was reminded of San Francisco on a sunny October day. This was fun and I'm afraid fast.
ReplyDeleteAh, the city. I have to go there, sometimes.
ReplyDeleteToday's image inspired a dark poetic study of courage and hope. It is disturbing, but at the same time points to the strength of the human spirit in the face of great adversity. This piece also sprang from a concept I'd been dancing with since yesterday, inspired by a post from the writing site d'Verse.
ReplyDeleteGreat angles. Fortunately, I needed something to define.
ReplyDeleteone of the joys of middle age --- a lack of mirrors
ReplyDeleteted
http://8thavesouth.blogspot.com/2011/10/mirror-sonnet.html
Wonderful choice of photo, Tess. As soon as I looked at it, I could feel the city closing around me like a giant claw. I wrote a more lighthearted version of that feeling for my daily doggerel, then proceeded to inflict it upon everyone here.
ReplyDeleteKay, Alberta, Canada
An Unfittie’s Guide to Adventurous Travel
Great image, Tess, thank you.
ReplyDeleteI have just spend the day with my son on a wet rugby pitch so perfect timing to sit and write something, my hands are finally warm:)
That is just a great photograph. I've revised it (drawing on iPad) to something that fits with a poem I've been thinking about. (Sorry, but work is long, life short.) It really is a lovely picture and prompt. K.
ReplyDeleteNoisy traffic drowned out my thinking process! LOL
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed the beat of this one...thanks...
ReplyDeletenice prompt, though I looked to the window above rather than in the car (also ignored the fact that it was obviously American)
ReplyDeletemuch love
martine
this ended up going a different way but i guess thats just what happens..x
ReplyDeleteLoved this one, tess... thanks!
ReplyDeleteMy response to this prompt was based on the number of choices on Sirius XM satellite radio, which we have on our cars as well as on my husband's Harley Davidson. So many choices. When I feel like changing the station over and over, I know that it's time to turn it off. Amazing how life's little luxuries become irritants after awhile...
ReplyDeleteSauchiehall St. was the first thing to come in mind!
ReplyDeleteLee Friedlander is one of my favorite photographers! Thanks for the great image! Good old New York!
ReplyDeleteMagpies on the road can be the hardest, but we did our best.
ReplyDelete
ReplyDeleteDone. It's 11:38PM. Clear outside. Good night, Ma'am.
thanks for the prompt, Tess! :)
ReplyDeleteWhat an interesting prompt this week...
ReplyDeleteHave fun will travel, thanks Tess for the prompt.
ReplyDeleteSorry to be delayed, I am late for work
back later to read and enjoy.
This photo was perfect for a poem that has been with me for so long. I've been missing living in the city. When I was in my early 20s I live in the downtown area of San Diego. It was not without its challenges but I remember that time fondly.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE TO MAGPIE!
ReplyDelete;)
Love this photo. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteMy first poem here...do have a look.
ReplyDeleteAmazing what old memories a photo can dredge up...
ReplyDeleteHome from vacation to hour city scape. Mind somewhere else still.
ReplyDeleteHi Tess apparently my link #59 doesn't work because the address is messed up. I tried to post it again on #68 and I think that link works fine. Could you please delete #59 for me? Thanks Kristen
ReplyDeleteNo problem...fixed it, Kristen! ))
ReplyDeleteMine's up. Don't know where you find the pictures!
ReplyDeleteLove the picture prompt..I am a small town girl who now lives in the fourth largest city in the country...my poetic reflection on my journey
ReplyDeleteI've climbed aboard to join this road trip...
ReplyDeletei reflected on this prompt - but only for a moment! steven
ReplyDeleteThanks Tess :) It is a gorgeous day in Springfield, how's Dublin?
ReplyDeletemy first time posting. but i loved the photo! thank you!
ReplyDeletePossibly the best prompt yet. Excellent, I could have done with another week!
ReplyDeleteAnother sweetie of a prompt. Thanks, Tess
ReplyDeleteA slip up there when I put up the URL. People will have found the previous entry. I have rectified it now. ENJOY!!!
ReplyDeleteSorry my poem is from the previous prompt of the boy with the Peking Ducks. Cannot figure out how to get it there. I will be back for another prompt. This was a great writing exercise for me. Loved it. Hope you like the poem. Thanks for the fun!
ReplyDeletewrite a sequel upon someone's request.
ReplyDeletewill read tomorrow.
Intrigued by this image. It brought much to mind.
ReplyDeleteResorting to walking explains why I'm late to join the queue!
ReplyDeletean inspiring photo prompt
ReplyDeleteAt Last! I thought I would never get this together.
ReplyDeleteThis blog is new to me. Thanks for the prompt. As you will see from my poem, I do not like cities.
ReplyDelete