I HOPE she opens and blooms, Marissa. When two people are on two different wave lengths, no amount of words will be heard. Hopefully with time, that will change. Thank YOU for the compliment …. so glad you liked the tones. Love, Amy
Raewyn, I am SO excited, I could not possibly explain it. Everything is now in place, down to getting feet and hand warmers. We know where we are going to park, and we are 98% sure which day we will go. Today I make sure all camera equipment is ready to go, and I have extra batteries and another card as well. This persistent extreme cold OHHHHH the ice formations I am about to see, is giving me goosebumps. This is a chance of a lifetime and, friend, I am so utterly grateful that I live where I do. Now to get from here to the day we go …. I have to keep busy! LOL (((HUGS))) Amy
Don’t I know. EEKS. Hope all is well your way! I’m coming over …. I saw you email … apologies for not answering. Suze, I’m so focused on getting to Niagara Falls it aint funny. Just know I am doing as best I can. I NEED this trip to the Falls to get my head on straight. My Heart needs release. (((HUGS))) Amy
ME TOO ME TOO!!!! I am just about go check all my equipment AGAIN. Tee hee ….. WOO HOO!!!! I am going!! I even bought hand and foot warmers today. LOL (((HUGS))) Amy
Beautiful insightful comment, Sue. To learn healthy when one has only been taught dysfunction, is a Super Challenge to accomplish. My Petals and all who come here, have helped me immensely in learning healthy. (((HUGS))) Amy
I fell into dysfunction, Sue. I was wrong to “expect” someone to hear my words who was not ready to hear my words. This too I have learned. (((HUGS))) Amy
Yes we all learn and grow at our own pace. and some no matter how hard we try will be stuck within their own groove .. I too have had to learn this lesson.. and learn to switch records and let the other one play out its own melody.. Some will always stay stuck and repeat over and over..
Thinking of you.. as we let go of those whom we can no longer help or serve.. xxxx
Beautiful image and words and so well put. Been in that situation in the past (especially with my ex) and it is difficult. Glad that it’s not that way, now. Getting excited for you as far as Niagara Falls. The ice is going to be just gorgeous. HUGS ❤
Just coming out of a situation now, Kathy, in which this post was created. I am SO glad I will be going to the Falls to heal my hurting Heart. Yes this ice is going to be spectacular. I still have yet to figure out which filter to use. I will though. GRIN!!! (((HUGS))) Amy
Bless you, Shrimp. This one came from some really challenging life experience that I lately had. BIG (((HUGS))) for your support. I LOVE you KAT!!! love, MB
You really don’t know how much that means to me, Shrimp. It hurts when family does not support me. Yet, this too I accept for it is what IS. (((HUGS))) MB
Aw, you the absolute best. As more times goes under the bridge that is called “meeting family”, that pain will fade away. It is already with good friends like YOU to hold my hand. I LOVE YOU, Shimp!! (((HUGS))) Amy
So true Amy , I love this post. There are miscommunications that need to be discussed because once someone acts on a misunderstanding, sometimes there is no going back, the trust is broken.
Oh, Holly, how true your words are. It’s unfortunate that the situation I have just been involved in, that even though there was misunderstanding, there was room for healthy communication. It ended by agreeing we disagree. Trying to move forward knowing what I do now. Going to the Falls will help much by bring solace to my aching Heart. I have also found, even when trust is broken, it is a lot of hard work, but that trust can be renewed. I am living proof. (((HUGS))) Amy
LOL You SAW the dinosaur! So did I, Tiny! Was that not the coolest thing you ever did see? I am SO excited right now …. hehehehehehe ….. All is set to go. I even got some hand and foot warmers today, so NO frozen toes. Now, the ONLY problem is my glasses that ice over from my breath. DANG! I won’t be able to wear my face mask when I am photographing. So, no frozen feet but yet frozen cheeks. Hehehehehe I can do this! I am made out of tough stuff!!!! (((HUGS))) Amy
Of course I saw the dinosaur, and loved it !! I hope the weather will collaborate just a little bit and your cheeks will not protest. I know you’re a ‘tough cookie’ 🙂 Can’t wait!! Take care and many hugs~
We all have these times and when communication is not happening and want to close up and pull everything around us close and fell warm and protected.
The bud all tight and close together is a wonderful photo representing this.
Hugs
I am so happy you really got from this post, understanding. I hope all is well you way, Ruth, and you are staying warm. Thank you for your wonderful comment. Love, Amy
Keep your fingers crossed that the day we plan on going, will be overcast with no wind or very little wind. It was supposed to be partly cloudy today and what is it? Sunny! *sigh* Are these weather-peeps ever right? If it is sunny, I must shoot with my ND400 filter, which I did not want to do because it is SO hard to see anything through the viewfinder, but in order to cut out all glare, I have to use it. *sighs again* As of NOW, my INTENTION is, the day we go, it is CLOUDY, NOT WINDY, giving me PERFECT conditions to shoot the Falls. There! It is DONE! (((HUGS))) Amy
My Dear Friend, you have given me more Hope today then I have felt in a while. Yes, much good came out of me loosing my photographs, because it motivated me to learn how to become more diverse. Yes I have been hit hard by my Dad’s passing, yet, in this too, I hang on by focusing on my photography and Petals. Both have given me the incentive to stay the course, and not to give up. YOU have inspired me today, Sreejith, and YOU have given me a Gift beyond words. Thank you from the bottom of my Heart. I was just speaking to someone recently regarding how my confidence in myself is not where I would like it to be, and the only way I know of to get to that place of confidence, is to keep doing what you see me doing here. (smile) Sending My Love, and (((HUGS))) Amy
OH, wow, Melissa, Bless you for confirming that I truly was guided to put this on Petals. This formed from a very difficult personal situation of late from my Life. I am so happy this has helped you!!! (((HUGS))) Amy
This one does look very closed up and uncommunicative. I think we should give it a chance though, don’t you? Love the yellow and green tones.
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I HOPE she opens and blooms, Marissa. When two people are on two different wave lengths, no amount of words will be heard. Hopefully with time, that will change. Thank YOU for the compliment …. so glad you liked the tones. Love, Amy
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I hope so too Amy!
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Beautiful post Amy. By the way I saw some photos of Niagara Falls taken by a drone – you are in for a treat.
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Raewyn, I am SO excited, I could not possibly explain it. Everything is now in place, down to getting feet and hand warmers. We know where we are going to park, and we are 98% sure which day we will go. Today I make sure all camera equipment is ready to go, and I have extra batteries and another card as well. This persistent extreme cold OHHHHH the ice formations I am about to see, is giving me goosebumps. This is a chance of a lifetime and, friend, I am so utterly grateful that I live where I do. Now to get from here to the day we go …. I have to keep busy! LOL (((HUGS))) Amy
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PS And in turn YOU and all who come to Petals will be in for a treat too!!! Oh, I cannot bear the wait!!! Hehehehehe
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Each time I visit your blog, I think of how beautiful it is!
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Oh, Elisa, how dearly you have touched my Heart just now. Thank you. (((HUGS))) Amy
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True!
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Not easy to swallow, Felicia, but yes true. Thank you for your feedback. You honestly don’t know how much it means to me. (((HUGS))) Amy
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My pleasure!
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Truth be told….. Yes…..
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Bitter pill to swallow, but yes. Hope all is well your way, Kimberly!!! (((HUGS))) Amy
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It is….can’t really finish the sentence…looking for a job still….. 🙂
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I experienced what your write about and still do. Very true. But there is always hope and the flower seems to open up.
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There is always HOPE, Erika. Always!!! (((HUGS))) Amy
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Definitely. That’s the wonderful thing in life!
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Wow, amazing words and they align with the flower yet to bloom so beautifully, Amy!
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Oh, Christy, thank you so much for your lovely words. I am so glad you enjoyed this post. (((HUGS))) Amy
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And at its best, communication is iffy some days. Pretty flower.
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Don’t I know. EEKS. Hope all is well your way! I’m coming over …. I saw you email … apologies for not answering. Suze, I’m so focused on getting to Niagara Falls it aint funny. Just know I am doing as best I can. I NEED this trip to the Falls to get my head on straight. My Heart needs release. (((HUGS))) Amy
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Hugs and prayers for you, dear one. I never worry about missed emails – I just take them as they come…or not. I’m waiting for Niagara!
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ME TOO ME TOO!!!! I am just about go check all my equipment AGAIN. Tee hee ….. WOO HOO!!!! I am going!! I even bought hand and foot warmers today. LOL (((HUGS))) Amy
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Get ready, get set…
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GRIN!
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Yes I so know about strained communication.. One can only try to help the bloom open up… but the will to open up has to come from the flower!..
Love to you Amy xx
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Beautiful insightful comment, Sue. To learn healthy when one has only been taught dysfunction, is a Super Challenge to accomplish. My Petals and all who come here, have helped me immensely in learning healthy. (((HUGS))) Amy
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Here’s to Healthy!… as we stay Vibrant.. xxx
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I fell into dysfunction, Sue. I was wrong to “expect” someone to hear my words who was not ready to hear my words. This too I have learned. (((HUGS))) Amy
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Yes we all learn and grow at our own pace. and some no matter how hard we try will be stuck within their own groove .. I too have had to learn this lesson.. and learn to switch records and let the other one play out its own melody.. Some will always stay stuck and repeat over and over..
Thinking of you.. as we let go of those whom we can no longer help or serve.. xxxx
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Bless you, Sue. This one hurt. (((HUGS))) Amy
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Beautiful image and words and so well put. Been in that situation in the past (especially with my ex) and it is difficult. Glad that it’s not that way, now. Getting excited for you as far as Niagara Falls. The ice is going to be just gorgeous. HUGS ❤
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Just coming out of a situation now, Kathy, in which this post was created. I am SO glad I will be going to the Falls to heal my hurting Heart. Yes this ice is going to be spectacular. I still have yet to figure out which filter to use. I will though. GRIN!!! (((HUGS))) Amy
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Will keep you in my thoughts as you go through this time. You will figure out the filter 🙂 HUGS BACK ❤ ❤
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Nicely done, human!
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Bless you, Shrimp. This one came from some really challenging life experience that I lately had. BIG (((HUGS))) for your support. I LOVE you KAT!!! love, MB
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You’re very welcome, Mom Bonzo -I’ll always support you!💙
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You really don’t know how much that means to me, Shrimp. It hurts when family does not support me. Yet, this too I accept for it is what IS. (((HUGS))) MB
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I know it hurts, Mom Bonzo – that’s why you have me! *(paw taps)*
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Aw, you the absolute best. As more times goes under the bridge that is called “meeting family”, that pain will fade away. It is already with good friends like YOU to hold my hand. I LOVE YOU, Shimp!! (((HUGS))) Amy
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Awwww – I love you too, human – We’ll get you safely through it! Just hang in there and ignore the hissy fit committee!😺
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I AM I AM! And it feels SO good!!!! MOL!!! Love, MB
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*((trills))*
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Yellow flower should be the sign of frienship and that should come from good communications.
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Agreed. The flower’s “demeanor” is why she asked to go along with these words, to express the sadness. (((HUGS))) Amy
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So true Amy , I love this post. There are miscommunications that need to be discussed because once someone acts on a misunderstanding, sometimes there is no going back, the trust is broken.
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Oh, Holly, how true your words are. It’s unfortunate that the situation I have just been involved in, that even though there was misunderstanding, there was room for healthy communication. It ended by agreeing we disagree. Trying to move forward knowing what I do now. Going to the Falls will help much by bring solace to my aching Heart. I have also found, even when trust is broken, it is a lot of hard work, but that trust can be renewed. I am living proof. (((HUGS))) Amy
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I hope so love. It seems so painful. Many hugs.
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That is so true Amy! I know you’ll be up to the challence at Niagara Falls, I loved the “snow dinosaur” (the 1st pic) from your dry run 🙂
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LOL You SAW the dinosaur! So did I, Tiny! Was that not the coolest thing you ever did see? I am SO excited right now …. hehehehehehe ….. All is set to go. I even got some hand and foot warmers today, so NO frozen toes. Now, the ONLY problem is my glasses that ice over from my breath. DANG! I won’t be able to wear my face mask when I am photographing. So, no frozen feet but yet frozen cheeks. Hehehehehe I can do this! I am made out of tough stuff!!!! (((HUGS))) Amy
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Of course I saw the dinosaur, and loved it !! I hope the weather will collaborate just a little bit and your cheeks will not protest. I know you’re a ‘tough cookie’ 🙂 Can’t wait!! Take care and many hugs~
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We all have these times and when communication is not happening and want to close up and pull everything around us close and fell warm and protected.
The bud all tight and close together is a wonderful photo representing this.
Hugs
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I am so happy you really got from this post, understanding. I hope all is well you way, Ruth, and you are staying warm. Thank you for your wonderful comment. Love, Amy
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I agree and the flower is beautiful. 🙂 I’m so happy you are so excited about your trip:) Yay!
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Keep your fingers crossed that the day we plan on going, will be overcast with no wind or very little wind. It was supposed to be partly cloudy today and what is it? Sunny! *sigh* Are these weather-peeps ever right? If it is sunny, I must shoot with my ND400 filter, which I did not want to do because it is SO hard to see anything through the viewfinder, but in order to cut out all glare, I have to use it. *sighs again* As of NOW, my INTENTION is, the day we go, it is CLOUDY, NOT WINDY, giving me PERFECT conditions to shoot the Falls. There! It is DONE! (((HUGS))) Amy
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Hello Amy,
Do we need any more confirmation for the philosophy “all is happening for good” ?
When I just opened your blog, I was really overwhelmed by the color and diversity of images, it’s awesome 🙂
I think, you have taken the loss of old images very sportingly and used it to reinvent your photography skills…
I am really taking inspiration from you …
There are lot more to explore here 🙂
Though the start of new year was not that great for you, I am sure, by end of this year, you would be a much confident person 🙂
The signs are here 🙂
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My Dear Friend, you have given me more Hope today then I have felt in a while. Yes, much good came out of me loosing my photographs, because it motivated me to learn how to become more diverse. Yes I have been hit hard by my Dad’s passing, yet, in this too, I hang on by focusing on my photography and Petals. Both have given me the incentive to stay the course, and not to give up. YOU have inspired me today, Sreejith, and YOU have given me a Gift beyond words. Thank you from the bottom of my Heart. I was just speaking to someone recently regarding how my confidence in myself is not where I would like it to be, and the only way I know of to get to that place of confidence, is to keep doing what you see me doing here. (smile) Sending My Love, and (((HUGS))) Amy
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There is nothing like, making ones day better with our words and deeds.
I am so happy my words could inspire you, Amy 🙂
Have a beautiful day …
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Beautiful image and subject. Your words are so true, a healthy relationship happens because of good communication..I love the way you put it in poem.
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Thank you, Indah! Wow, really, thank you for your kind words to me. I so appreciate them. (((HUGS))) Amy
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Gorgeous capture Amy
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Aw, Kamal, thank you!!! (((HUGS))) Amy
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This is SO True!! And something I’ve really been taking to heart lately- thank you for sharing 🙂 ❤
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OH, wow, Melissa, Bless you for confirming that I truly was guided to put this on Petals. This formed from a very difficult personal situation of late from my Life. I am so happy this has helped you!!! (((HUGS))) Amy
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Sage advice!
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Wise words and gorgeous flower 🙂
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