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photo by Lulda Casadaga 12/2007This picture is so special to me because it has my 1st Lab in it, on the run. My Chocko passed away in 2008, so when I see this picture I think of the great times we had together and all the great places he went with us...He is chasing my car... he is running after my husband who is driving away.
I'm sure the beach is a place that many people find "reflective".
For me when I'm at the beach, I think of the past, the people who are no longer here and the friends and family who are living in distant places that I haven't seen for a long time.
I think about my current problems and how to solve them.... I reflect on my future and wonder how long do I have left here on earth...what should I do now! Etc....Etc....you get the picture.
I want to make a note that the date on this picture is not the true date this was taken. But, interestingly it is my birthday...but of course, not the year!
17 comments:
Beautiful picture, very serene. I love the calm shore and the reflection of the light in the water.
I so understand how much this picture means to you.
Lovely post.;)
In my life and view, mountains are my beaches. It is a beautiful composed photo and brought to mind Chrissy, a 20 year old wire haired terrier we had who died in the mountains of Virginia one day.
Be Well Lulda. And uhhh happy belated birthday for this year!
Lulda Dear, I get the same way looking at the Christmas Tree.
In the end, all that your life is are memories.
55 55 55 55.Ohhhhm......
That is just a beautiful shot and all the more magnificent for the context. I know how you miss your friend, I've been down that path many times. And something about this photo of him running on the beach with the light the way it is... just fantastic.
i very much appreciate how a stroll along the water can help you clarify your thoughts. it's like the tides rinse away the stuff that gunks up your mind.
Protege: thanks...
the walking man: Oh, I'll have to post a nice mtn pic for you then! A 20year old dog? Is that in peoples age or dogs??? :D At least Chrissy passed in a lovely place.
G-Man: I can see that...holidays are times of reflection for sure. Oy VAY 55 55 55....
Mojo: I know I just love this shot...but need to go back and retouch and take out the stupid date! :D
lime: Since I'm a Pisces you know I need the water to help me re-energize and get rid of the muck!
That's just a lovely shot. I'm sorry you lost your dear Chocko
A great photo,tribute and message. Nicely done.
This is a beautiful photo of the beach and your beloved dog. I love the angle you shot it at.
Lulda she was 20 years old according to the calendar...she got up from the back seat where she'd been lying down, took a look around at the Shenandoah Valley, laid down and died. No strain on her at all.
Two weeks later we found the Jack Russel who killed the bear, now named Edwina Clarice, she is spoiled.
This is so beautiful. The reflection of Dog in the beach waters is so perfectly captured here!
Love your post, and your blog.
I always get reflective at the ocean, whether it is in Florida or Maine....don't get there often, but when I do, I always find myself digging deeper into my head, and looking at things maybe in a different way.
Thanks.
So sorry about your lab.....my pit is 12, and failing, and I can't even wrap by brain around that.
Hilary: Yes, he was one of the best dogs I ever had! :(
King of New York Hacks: My god I'm honored to have you stop by...I better go check your blog and see where you've been!
Eaton: You know it was just a fluke shot and presto it worked!! Thanks for stopping by.
the wM: Well, just think her last sight was of beauty! :)
Mona: Thanks... :)
Hilary: Thanks for the compliments and for stopping by...I want to go to Maine some day...never been! :(
nice photo. i agree w protege. very serene. the beach always seems to make me think of things past and now...what the future might hold. great job lulda.
This picture does show relection in more than one way. I love the softness of the light and the beauty of the beach. Great pic!
Great picture! Thank you for sharing the story with us.
I joined thematic photographic late so here's my reflective
Sweetanlo's Reflective Photos
Oh. my. word! What a fabulous photo! The sky. The water. The reflection. Your precious puppy. Wonderful. How nice for you that you have this moment captured to remind you.
I find the beach a place of reflection too.
I played along as well albeit a bit too late. I liked my photo so decided to post it anyway.
btw -
And if you have a chance could you please stop by Sweetanlo's Reflective Post
She has an amazing reflective photo posted and is afraid that no one will see it since she posted so late.
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