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I wish I had a camera that could capture the pulsing life that photos try to save...

the sweet scent of my old fashioned cabbage roses

the sound of my grandchildren laughing...

 the depths of the wondrous colors above me

as this day drew to a close and night began to set in
the sky offered a perfect finale to summarize the day...
really, all of life as I stop to think about it

there are clear patches,
blue skies 
which I usually take for granted and think I am entitled to

there are clouds, 
lots and lots of clouds,
different types and sizes, each with their own purpose

what I focus on affects the way I see life
if I get caught up in the dark, life is gray and dull, 
storm after storm threatens and I wonder if there will ever be a break

but when I step back and look at the bigger picture
I understand that life is full of nuances and vibrancy
and the contrasts only serve to enhance the beauty of living