Beantown Backstage

I am struck by the simplicity of light in the atmosphere in the autumn, as if the earth absorbed none, and out of this profusion of dazzling light came the autumnal tints. - Thoreau

The harbor sparkled in cerulean blue.

Sporting the bling of a diamond necklace.

Kissing the skyline where equinoctial lips met.

Neighborly seagulls floated nearby upon early autumn iridescence.

Jetliners escaped from the airport overhead.

Bound for everywhere and nowhere.

A row of bleached, gaberdine clouds stretched across the horizon, marking the knowing way.

I sat on a bench nearby, inhaling the scene.

Can you see what I mean ...

Author's Note

"In summer we live out of doors, and have only impulses and feelings, which are all for action, and must wait commonly for the stillness and longer nights of autumn and winter before any thought will subside; we are sensible that behind the rustling leaves, and the stacks of grain, and the bare clusters of the grape, there is the field of a wholly new life, which no man has lived; that even this earth was made for more mysterious and nobler inhabitants than men and women. In the hues of October sunsets, we see the portals to other mansions than those which we occupy." - Thoreau

Reviews

[barleygirl]

One thing I love is how you mix natural observations with those about humans, showing the way these two worlds overlap. The other thing I love is that long-a*s line . . . bleached gabardine clouds . . . wow! That's what we wish we'd written! *wink! wink!* I love the way the sea looks taking off from one of our coastal airports -- when summer fog hasn't socked in Monterey viewing for miles out to sea, that is! (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

[Pete]

it's that thoreau influence - i just can't shake it (nor do i desire to). is one of my favorite places i trek to almost daily to sit, think, observe & try to stay grounded ... :)

mourning kobe bryant who was victim of some of that fog ...

[John the Baptist]

Indeed I can. Your words capture the scene beautifully. Perhaps we don't notice such views often enough.

[Pete]

it was magnificent - just begging for a write. i'll never forget that early autumn day. i go to that spot just outside of boston nearly every day. logan airport is in the distance ... :)

[Yellow Butterfly]

You have captured the true essence of your surroundings in this wonderful write....and in your beautiful photography.... :)


YB

[Pete]

thank you. it was breathtaking and deserving of a write ... :)

[Cyprian Van Dyke]

A beautiful way of expressing yourself here, pure poetry. Short but time well spent. tyfs

[Pete]

thanks. i guess you see what i mean ... :)

[emmajoy]

' Sporting the bling of a diamond necklace. - Kissing the skyline where equinoctial lips met.' A clever touch of modern and ancient here./, the words 'bling' and equinoctial lips.. . This really is a glistening of phrases, Pete.. and yes, can indeed see. The accompanying picture is lovely too. Your friend, Mr. T., must applaud you.

[Pete]

nature really does have it all with its precious, loving jewels. just trying to capture what i saw and felt that day at the harbor. thanks for taking a glance em ... :)

[emmajoy]

Such lovely words and equally lovely photo, Such a perfect partnership, Pete.

(for some reason, ny Log out didn't happen. )

[Tina Louise UK]

Beautiful imagery, enjoyed :) x

[Pete]

well appreciated. thank you ... :)

[Giulia King]

Ahh, I so envy your writing. You're my absolute favorite, bro! The way you write is just so amazing, you paint a beautiful picture in my mind. Bravo!

[Pete]

thank you giulia - you're too kind. the highest comment i could receive is when someone "gets" my writing. i am so pleased that you can see & feel what i did that day when i was experiencing this. best wishes to my soul sis ... :)

[Cortez]

A serene , tranquil moment. All is visible, which reveals simple ness of what surrounds.

[Pete]

yes indeedy. life is so hurried - if we would just take some time and look around. thank you for sharing your peaceful thoughts cortez ... :)