Monday, August 19, 2024

Tide Abide: A Little Farther Up The Shore

A L O H A From Honolulu!

Life's a force
The rising tide.
Ride the storms
You will abide.

Feel the power
Will to soar,
Open your wings
Dare to explore. 



Let nothing dim That inner light, Invincible So pure and bright! Wild and deep. My soul to keep. Dreams may sing When mountains sleep.

Spirit’s a fortress Defend the land. Rest your worries In the hollow
Of God's hand.

You are enough Brilliant and bold. Your story’s still writing Much yet to unfold.



With every challenge
May you rise and grow,
By radiant power
In steadfast glow.  
    Cloudia Charters





The secret to success
is to be in harmony
with existence, to
always be calm, to
let each wave of life
wash us a little farther
up the shore.
    Cyril Connolly

亚 亚 亚 亚 亚 亚 亚 亚 亚 


Love You,
Cloudia & Pixie



31 comments:

Elephant's Child said...

That final photo of the rainbow is true heart balm. Thank you.

sujata sengupta said...

Inspirational, just what I needed today. Thank you!

Cloudia said...

Oh honey thanks

Cloudia said...

Lovely

s.c said...

Thanks for the wisdom today. Always worth pondering and Pixie on tap is something else too.

roentare said...

the rainbow image is outstanding!

Tom said...

...stay hydrated Pixie.

Kathy G said...

Thank you for the morning words of affirmation.

magiceye said...

Loved the closeup of the hibiscus and the poetry!

RedPat said...

Uplifting words today and a super rainbow, Cloudia. ;-)

Barbara Rogers said...

YOu compose such great poetry, then give views of beautiful images. Lots of pats to Pixie, from this catless old lady in the mountains of NC.

eileeninmd said...

Great poem and lovely collection of photos.
The rainbow is beautiful.
Take care, enjoy your day!

Martha Jane Orlando said...

The imagery in your poem is enchanting! Photos that match make it all the better. Blessings!

Teresa said...

Great poem today. I love that amazing rainbow at the end, and Pixie drinking fresh water from her indoor waterfall is lovely.

Anvilcloud said...

Your first quote got me thinking the old hymn. Many things get me thinking of the old songs,

"Will your anchor hold in the storms of life?
When the clouds unfold their wings of strife
When the strong tides lift, and the cables strain
Will your anchor drift or firm remain?"

Rambling Woods said...

Beautiful !!! With every challenge
May you rise and grow,
By radiant power
In steadfast glow.
Cloudia Charters

Cloudia said...

Thank you 🙏🏽

Cloudia said...

Each of you is a gift. Thank you 🙏🏽

LoveT. said...

I wish you a wonderful new week <3

Michelle said...

I enjoy your uplifting quotes and Pixie is very thirsty :)

Sandee said...

Beautiful photography and beautiful quotes. The most beautiful is Pixie.

Thank you for joining the Awww Mondays Blog Hop.

Have a fabulous Awww Monday and week. Scritches to Pixie. ♥

Lydia C. Lee said...

Cute dove shot. #TheRandom

Stewart M said...

White Terns are such remarkable birds! The really do look whiter then white!
Cheers - Stewart M - Melbourne

My name is Erika. said...

Your poem is so lovely Cloudia. You have some great imagery. Give Pixie a pat for me, and happy T day. Erika

Let's Art Journal said...

Happy T Tuesday! Hugs, Jo x

Lisca said...

It took me a while to recognise the hibiscus. Its heart is so beautiful. A work of art by our creator.
Thank you for the quotes/rhymes. Very uplifting. And seeing Pixie having a drink made me smile.
Happy T-Day
Lisca

NCSue said...

The tern is a thing of beauty! Such lovely feathers!
Thank you for sharing at http://image-in-ing.blogspot.com/2024/08/some-artwork-from-pennsylvania-academy.html

CJ Kennedy said...

Beautiful poem and images especially Pixie. Happy T Day

Bleubeard and Elizabeth said...

Loved your poem and that rainbow. It was stellar. Sure great to see Pixie getting a drink. It was a wonderful entry for T this week, dear Cloudia.

William Kendall said...

What is Pixie thinking?

pearshapedcrafting said...

Oh my! Beautiful photos, I especially love the combination of words and picture for the flower centre. A very belated Happy T,,Chrisx