Many of my images come from bicycle rides along the Illinois River. We live just 50 miles from the city of Chicago, and a bicycle ride 25 mores miles west brings me to the riverside city of Marseilles, IL. I have taken the ride many times, but on my most recent trip I discovered an old damn of some sort in a small canal near an abandoned building. I love old, abandoned “stuff”, so the next few images are from my recent “discovery.” Hope you enjoy.
let’s go back
to the simple
promises
that we made
in that simple place
let’s return
to our hidden
moments
maybe our secrets
are still there
let’s rewind
our hearts
and listen
the vows linger
and so does my love
let’s stay
right now
right here
together
let’s just stay
Taken during a ride this past Tuesday. The weather here has been exceptional for August: refreshingly cool days and near chilly nights! The Illinois River is not what I would call a “majestic” river, but in this image, the river looks pretty good!
Middle Earth is one of my imagination’s favorite destinations. Every now and then I see something that reminds me of a world filled with Hobbits, Balrogs, and, where Gandalf the Grey is setting off fireworks.
winter’s way is passing
empty barns stand sure
quiet stories ‘neath the trees
whispered tales
forgotten days
beneath the cold
faith will grow
faith must grow
winter’s way is passing
come and grow with me
time is sliding past our door
tears are melting
restored are dreams
beneath the cold
hope will grow
hope must grow
winter’s way is passing
come and sing with me
fill the days with melody
i’m yours alone
our hearts are one
beneath the cold
love will grow
love must grow
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