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You can never cross the ocean until you have the courage to lose sight of the shore.
Christopher Columbus
Tag: courage
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Inspirational Quote
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Poem in Response
After reading “Forte é…” (Portuguese, meaning “Strong is…”), written by a talented writer, lovely lady and good friend from Lisbon, Carla Milho – wherein she speaks to courage and the importance of perseverance over negative influences – I was inspired to write this poem…
Writing of challenges
Encountered everyday
It’s one win at a time
Each victory, her wayHer strength through courage shines
In wielding sword and shield
To keep bad folks at bay
Whereby their fates are sealedWith black leather jacket
Wrapped in faded blue jean
Humble in her beauty
She’s a warrior and queenShe is also the star whose light illuminates the landscape of my dreams.
© 2022 Phil Perkins
PHOTO CREDIT: modified photo from unsplash.com.
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Poem in Response
Having read “Muted Castle“, by talented poetess, dancer and dear friend Annabel – wherein she speaks to personal experiences of relocation, love and memories of her homeland – I was inspired to write this poem in response…
Through wind and rain
Your words retain
A soothing sound of loveDespite hardship
This distant trip
A godsend from above© 2022 Phil Perkins
PHOTO CREDIT: modified photo from unsplash.com.
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Interview With Emojis
I wrote this imaginative piece earlier this year, about a woman I liked and whose name shall remain anonymous…
🎙 What is courage?
😊 Well, I call her by her first name – XXXXX. She is courage.🎙 Is she strong?
😅 Yes. She’s much stronger than I, and less than half my size. And I’m not ashamed to say it, but I’m afraid of her.🎙 What does she look like?
😍 To me, she is a vision of beauty – her eyes, face, smile…and she’s also equally lovely inside.🎙 Have you told her?
🤔 Have I told her what?🎙 That you love her?
🥰 Is it that obvious? Well, yes.🎙 Hmmm…did she say it back to you?
🕵 Well, I think she asked me about the weather…but she didn’t say that she didn’t love me.🎙 I see. And that’s fine with you?
❤️ Yes, it is.© 2021 Phil Perkins
I think it’s good to be able to laugh at oneself 😂 at times, and I hope that you found my sense of humor entertaining. Have a great day 👍
PHOTO CREDIT: modified photo from unsplash.com.
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Poem of Courage
After reading a friend’s writing, “The Hell’s Barge Self” – an inspiring account of ones fighting spirit to cherish life through surgery and not succumb to agents of evil – I wrote this poem in response…
Facing the faces of many
Disparaging people unkind
A warrior of courage with faith
Evil cast away – out of mind.Drifting on boat through a dark hell
Operating to fight disease
Veiled voices behind a curtain
A lesson learned – not to appease.Emerging stronger than before
Precious life held close to her heart
Eyes opened look forward with hope
Living life anew – a fresh start.© 2021 Phil Perkins
PHOTO CREDIT: modified photo from unsplash.com.
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From Portugal With Imagination
Truly a naturally beautiful woman, Carla Milho, based in Lisbon, Portugal, is a gifted & creative writer with a wonderful sense of imagination. I very much enjoyed her recent writing, “To Conquer“, and encourage you to visit her web site to read more positive, insightful and inspiring works.
Modified photo from unsplash.com.
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Beyond The Horizon
Without GPS, Christopher Columbus courageously traveled by wooden boat in 1492 across the Atlantic Ocean to discover America. Awesome! Today, you don’t have to board a sailboat to enjoy this scenery, simply visit my gallery at Fine Art America. There, you’ll discover a wide variety of print types and more!
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Inspirational Columbus Poster
Enjoy this poster featuring inspirational words from the famous Spanish explorer Christopher Columbus, who discovered America in the year 1492. Several different sizes to select. You can choose between these paper types: value (matte), poster (semi-gloss), archival heavyweight (matte) or premium canvas (gloss). Optional frame accessories available, also.
Phil Perkins • Photography 