kneeling on the bank of snow
to glimpse
an aura of light
held within a crystalline form
exquisite refined beauty
grown throughout the night
melts in sunlight
glory
our world
holds immense glory
in your presence
my heart is rarefied
~
to glimpse
an aura of light
held within a crystalline form
exquisite refined beauty
grown throughout the night
melts in sunlight
glory
our world
holds immense glory
in your presence
my heart is rarefied
~
~
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Nature is a perfect Artist! These crystals definitely show us a refined beauty. Your photos and poem capture their brief life for us. Tammie, I looked at "Murmurs of Spring" again. That first photo of the ice along the lake shore - one of my favorites!
ReplyDeleteFabulous crystals. Wow!
ReplyDeleteWOW!
ReplyDeleteHAPPY WEEK,
ROSA
These photos are magnificent! I mean truly spectacular. and the verse fist it like a key in a lock. Masterful.
ReplyDeleteOh my hon...those are stunning!! Wow! Beautiful ice shots..but you always do those so well!! Hope all is well with you hon!!
ReplyDeleteHugs, Sarah
Great words for stunning shots.
ReplyDeleteIndeed, the exquisite detail found in creation causes my heart to thrill in the Presence of the One who's mind conceived such beauty...
ReplyDeleteI thank you for this poem, for the intricate adornment of water refined.
Indeed--your wonderful words and amazing photos thrill my heart and fill my eyes.
I am touched by your poem. So beautiful it is. And those incredible crystals - little sharp lined melting worlds. Wondrous post, Tammie Lee!
ReplyDeleteYour photos boggle my mind. So amazing. And your poem--gorgeous. Who fleeting is such beauty.
ReplyDeleteYour images and words again capture Nature's mysterious beauty. Snow and ice are breath taking.
ReplyDeleteWow Tammie! The beauty of these ice crystals will vanish soon in the sunshine that everyone is so eagerly waiting for. What will replace this? Awesome captures of nature at its best.
ReplyDeleteThere aren't enough words to describe these photos and your words. Stunning. Beautiful. Ethereal. Amazing.
ReplyDeleteYou are an explorer and artist in a new world. Beautiful pictures, beautiful words.
ReplyDelete~only for a moment and then it starts to leave...these shots you share hold such beauty...i am ever so fascinated by them as i have never experienced such a sight...much l♥ve to you dear sweet one...brightest blessings~
ReplyDeleteEvery crystalline form is a miracle...beautiful words and gorgeous photos!
ReplyDeleteFew people marry words and images as well as you do.. love these.
ReplyDeleteit never fail to astound me on the newness that i can discover after blowing up a picture, aren't u?
ReplyDeleteSuch detail! I feel like I'm a tiny little person living among giant ice. :)
ReplyDeleteThe clarity in these shots is EXCELLENT.
ReplyDeleteWow! marvelous shots. World of crystal.
ReplyDeletePerfect and gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteThese ice crystal forms are amazing! If you did not share your photos with us, we would never see nature in such detail... Just perfect.;)
ReplyDeleteI have left you a message on your other post too.
Have a special week.
Jo.x:)
Very detailed! Lovely ice crystals!
ReplyDeleteAs always- just gorgeous! Nature has the perfect array of topics and subjects always at the ready, doesn't she?!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful and amazing macro views!
ReplyDeleteHugs and blessings,
Those photographs are totally amazing, and your poem is the perfect compliment.
ReplyDeleteLovely images.
ReplyDeleteExcellent macros, you really captured some fantastic shots!
ReplyDeleteOh my gush this is super great macro shot!!
ReplyDeleteMacro Monday~ The bud
Very unusual ice formations there! Nicely captured, too!
ReplyDeleteMan, these are just so cool looking. The details and structures are just so beautiful, really excellent shots!
ReplyDeleteRarefied for sure! Your photos and words bring out the best of nature.
ReplyDeleteHi, Wow---the ice crystals are amazing... As someone said in their comment, Nature is the perfect artist... You have some fabulous macros. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Betsy
Tammie: You capture ice so wonderfully, it is a beauty to behold.
ReplyDeleteThank you for stopping by my blog and commenting. I spent some time this morning journeying through your blog. It's well worth the visit. I will be back!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous photos, and beautiful words.
ReplyDeleteI love your vision, your poetry and your macro lens!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful blog to come and wander!
Marvelous images Tammie, as are your words. Delighted about: Spring Equinox is delightful. Thanks for stopping by.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning! I love how you can really see the hexagonal forms.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful!!! the nature is incredible, and the photos and poem give us the opportunity of the contemplation.
ReplyDeleteMany kisses
these photos are astonishing!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteAwesome macros!
ReplyDeleteAs always your poetry is inspiring.
taking pictures of ice give gorgeous results ! Very beautiful !
ReplyDeleteW O W !
ReplyDeleteLove them all!
What an amazing hand on photography! Just too good!!
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true art with those beautiful details and the black and white gives it a special touch!
ReplyDeleteI love your use of "glory". I believe this is my favorite of yours thus far. Thank you, it is rare and beautiful.
ReplyDeleteso beautiful! loved the poetry...
ReplyDeleteThe ice is beautiful!
ReplyDeleteutterly beautiful. simple and effective compositions. well done
ReplyDeletesuch beautiful images and the one further down of the shore, heaven! I was born and raised at the side of the sea, nothing better than a walk along the beach or the edge of any vast body of water, it's in the blood.
ReplyDeleteYour photography is superb. The crystalline forms are exquisite and I totally admire your talent to capture such exotic imagery.
ReplyDeleteas always, Tammie is unique and what makes her so unique also, are the pics that are accompanying her posts!
ReplyDeleteshe has that aura of uniqueness!
There's an award/tag-game for you on my Selo Commentarista Excelente Award post. Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteHi Tammie,
ReplyDeleteI wish that I had your gift for photography. I took more than 600 pictures on my trip, but there are only a handful of decent photos. Love you work, really!
Oh wonderful...and magnificent blog!
ReplyDelete:-)
such great detail in your little ice crystals. Thankyou so much for visting my blog and commenting. Sorry its taken me a few days to return the visit to yours. Catch up with you again soon. Rosie
ReplyDeleteExquisite photos of the ice. I'm especially impressed by the clarity of the crystals
ReplyDeleteBEAUTIFUL series!
ReplyDeleteCrystal clear.
You are an true artist! :))
what astonishingly beautiful shots. what lovely words to accompany them.
ReplyDeletethanks for stopping by my place after POTW.
These images fill me with awe Tammie...incredible.
ReplyDeleteLovely photos. They make one really appreciate nature and our being a part of it. Thanks for an affirming post.
ReplyDeleteI find ice crystals fascinating, Tammie, and you've captured these in such a fine way. As always, your words and images brighten the spirit. Thank you. Love & light. xx
ReplyDeleteWow!!!! Crazy cool photography...and a beautiful poem as well. I'd love to learn how to do this type of macro photography. I have a lot of catching up to do. Now on to the next posts!
ReplyDeleteprecious macro! photos are poetry itself
ReplyDeleteI love the line 'an aura of light
ReplyDeleteheld within a crystalline form'
Gosh - you get a lot of comments don't you!
Hi hon...I left a special award for you on my blog..hope you come by and snag it:)
ReplyDeleteHugs, Sarah
That is something else! Nature is the most amazing creatrix. I really appreciate your photography! So beautiful. Thank you for your thoughts and good wishes for my grandmother. She didn't make it, but now she's free from pain and, I'm sure, in a much better place.
ReplyDeleteWishing you a lovely week ahead! xoxo Serena
Breathtaking poetry and photographs that work in tandem--exquisitely!
ReplyDeleteGod those photos are fantastic
ReplyDeleteYour words and photographies are breathtaking.
ReplyDeleteI've just discovered you and I love your art
some beautiful photos.
ReplyDeleteThanks for posting.
You have the best eyes for discovering the tiniest, most beautiful worlds. I LOVE your ice and crystal photos. Simply amazing.
ReplyDeleteLovely, Tammie - the universe is forever unfolding for those who take the time to see.
ReplyDeleteThat would be you ...