Illumination by definition means a source of light or spiritual and intellectual enlightenment. Nicaragua has blessed me with both. I walk the path of lightness of being, appreciating every illuminating moment, for chances are I will never experience these awakening moments again.
The Pre-Columbian pottery radiates duality with present and past shimmering within the ancient vessel.
I am flushed with rays of light behind a waterfall on Ometepe Island.
The late afternoon sun casts a surreal brilliance on the trees in the lake.
The sun slips through the crevice in Somoto Canyon, Nicaragua illuminating my precious son’s feet.
I light a candle in loving remembrance of friends who once walked with me in a lightness of being. For I believe that I only have one life to live, and that which occurs in life occurs only once and never again…thus, the lightness of being. Spread the light!
Very illuminating! Lovely post and photos!
Thank you so much. It’s an illuminating journey for sure.
Lovely pictures and beautifully written. As people try to reach their goals seldom do they realize the need to stop and breathe. Take in the here and now before it’s gone. We only hope that each person we meet we really get to know and not just walk by. In life we are given one opportunity and no second chances. Live life with no regrets! Or try to
Cassie, thank you for your insight. It is difficult to live in the present all the time, so I especially appreciate those little moments of illumination that take me totally by surprise.
I love this. A personal interpretation of illumination. Spread the light. You are so right. We have one chance to live and living it with purpose is my intention.
Lynne, I was given the gift of illumination while visiting with my mother. Her journey is an inward one now, and when I can have those little ‘now’ moments with her..I cherish every one. Thank you so much for your comments.
Beautifully said.:)
You get my kudos for Shutterbug and caption award.
Thanks, G. I was inspired to do my own interpretation of illumination, simply because I had an illuminating moment with my mother. 🙂
Okay Deb! Now it is time for you to go beyond Reportage! and hit the Poetic big time! Perhaps our agreement to con-fab on things creative, especially for me, ‘cos I am blocked or plain old afraid to write again, will assist in you bursting forth as the Poetess you most assuredly, are!
nuff said! you get it! Miss you, and even the Island is crying ‘cos you are not here. Been raining!
Hahaha! You are a hoot. Wait until I return and we’ll have to fire up the ole’ creative poetry class.
very beautiful and heartfelt post! bravo! z
Z…thank you, thank you. I’ve been in a heartfelt kind of mood lately. Watching my mother travel inward has made me appreciate those ‘now’ moments.
yes, your post that featured the image of her hands was exceptionally strong. z
Many people never enjoy the gift of the “NOW” Humans often complicate their lives with insignificant issues rather than enjoy the momment that passes by never to return again. You are conscious to be ALIVE my friend, that is why you radiate positive energy 🙂
Jorge, so true. Helping my mother in the states has given me a renewed perspective of living in the ‘now’. It is difficult, and I can’t do it all the time, but I cherish those ‘now’ moments. Thanks for your sweet comments.
Said it before. You have a gift of telling the ordinary into extraordinary!!
Ed, you are very kind. I’ve been in a reflective kind of mood lately. I’m in the states helping my mother..bringing back memories of long ago. Thank you again for your comments. They give me hope and inspiration. 🙂
This is a glorious post! I wish there was a LOVE button to choose! Many thanks for this one!
Thanks, Holly. Maybe we should petition WordPress for a ‘Love’ button. Haha!