A solitary statue in the busy city centre
the waratah stands tall, a lone sentinel
If we could strive to be similar
watchful, secure and comfortable
When noise and turmoil is all about
solid, strong, centred and steady
For if too distracted
or riddled with dis-ease
We lose our resilience and focus
blown here or erupting there
Knowing our worth and purpose
anchors us when times are tough
Ease with solitude or company
brings balance, ease and security
daily prompt: Solitary
Love your words here Kate and the sentiment of standing solitary yet with purpose and resilience.
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Remaining unaffected through a hubbub of chatter, so vital, yet so difficult, so easy to chase after every passing car. Very mindfully put, Kate. 🙂
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“watchful, secure and comfortable”
Yes! We should strive for these!
What a beautiful pairing of photo and poem, Kate! Both statue and poem have a strong, comforting vibe! This post reminds me of the poem by Henry Lawson…Waratah And Wattle. 🙂
HUGS!!! 🙂
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The line “Knowing our worth and purpose
anchors us when times are tough” rings so true. Unfortunately a lesson I have learnt later in life…if only I could talk to my younger self! Lol
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i love this Kate… the statue a symbol of solitude standing still yet serves it purpose perfectly well..
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“Knowing our worth and purpose” is so important in life.
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