Impossible heights

July 18, 2013January 5, 2015 ~ Tara R. ~ 8 Comments

I have flapped and floundered in quicksand of uncertainty Unable to find my footing, slipping from solid ground Longing to take flight, to reach impossible heights My own fears and insecurity pulled me down Keeping me tethered by a tenuous cord The slightest tug, the merest effort would yield my freedom This trap, a prison … Continue reading Impossible heights

Baptism falls

July 15, 2013January 5, 2015 ~ Tara R. ~ 24 Comments

Driving down the narrow, winding two-lane road, was like being transported through a portal in time. A canopy of tree limbs reached across the lane, creating a green tunnel, muffling all sound save the melodic chime of the falls that ran parallel to the road. With her car windows down, she deeply inhaled the aroma … Continue reading Baptism falls

Gloaming

July 14, 2013January 17, 2015 ~ Tara R. ~ 11 Comments

A golden hour, 'twixt day and night Gloaming, glowing, glistening, Gold and amber, jewels for the taking Blinding light, shadows softening Fracturing shards, shattering the firmament Within a breath, death and life A golden hour, 'twixt day and night Dropping the veil, drawing the shade In that magic moment, the angels take flight

Overflowing pitchers

July 13, 2013January 10, 2015 ~ Tara R. ~ 14 Comments

I've felt like a shut-in for so long, it was wonderful to finally get out for a real photo hike this weekend. I went prepared though. I traveled to Tarklin Bayou State Preserve hoping to find the Pitcher Plant fields in bloom. I knew from previous visits, that with the amount of rain we've had … Continue reading Overflowing pitchers