A breeze
blows in, lifts her
with ease –
this shell.
As I whisper
farewell,
Godspeed –
the ties that bind
recede.
Ryan Stone
A breeze
blows in, lifts her
with ease –
this shell.
As I whisper
farewell,
Godspeed –
the ties that bind
recede.
Ryan Stone
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Brilliant verses, brilliant sky. Best wishes for the day, Ryan. ❤ ❤
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Brilliant feedback, thank you! I hope your day is magic, too 🙂
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A great musette, Ryan! It appears that some loves are lighter than air and are easily blown away. There is a sadness in your words that has a deeper impact because of how you contrast the parting with well-wishes. Love the image, too!
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Thanks, mate! You’re very perceptive, once again. Appreciate your kind words 🙂
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You are welcome, my friend! 🙂
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I imagine a pretty young think with a tissue paper-like doll exterior fluttering off into that beautiful skyline. Whilst outwardly pretty and delicate, I sense the partner is somewhat relieved.
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Thank you, Lexa. Lovely feedback 🙂
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Lovely musette Ryan. Birds are bound to fly I guess
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Perfectly stated, Geetha. Thank you 🙂
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Welcome 🙂
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Oh, this is SO lovely 🙂
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I agree. The imagery makes it so poignant and yet, there is a sweetness to it too in letting go.
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Thank you, Melinda 🙂
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You’re welcome 🙂
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Thank you so much 🙂
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Ooooh nice!
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Thanks, Sarah 🙂
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I can empathize with this. It is gorgeous and calming.
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Thank you, Carisa 🙂
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Letting go is never easy.. but there are things we cannot change. The pain is palpable and the longing is tangible. Sending you a lot of warm California Hugs my friend!
-Dajena
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No, sometimes the choice is not ours to make and all we can do carry on. Thank you for your kind words, Dajena.
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You are welcome my friend. May you feel comforted!
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Moving on…like clouds blown by the wind to carry on what is not easy…..Beautifully written Ryan! Check out my latest 5-7-5 😉
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Thank you so much, Carolina-lovely words 🙂 I’ll head over for a look. Hope you’re well.
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Oh how nice thank you! Yes I am well I hope you too!
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Btw Ryan I love the photo great shot!
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Thanks 🙂
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a nice dramatic sky I like the color!
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