Poetry of Linen

A selection of poems – shared on IG

the photos from social will be listed at the end of the page

Poetry of Linen

A while ago, as in years ago, took some photos. The lighting was a bit harsh, as mid day sunlight tends to be.

Words of inspiration failed to find proper space to land. The visual artistry was beyond the written capabilities.

These many years later, some of the notions have found their way onto social media.

Grabbing these words, as social platforms are prone to changes, they now live on a blog that has a better chance of being around longer… for more to read and enjoy.

Despite the best efforts to set up another photo session with this lady, this one set was all that was arranged in a split second.

Until another opportunity presents itself, the words and photos now meet and dance together.

these poems don’t have titles. They’re just musings that live on social media

1

A little fancy does the soul good

But never at the expense of forgetting your roots

Never being so crass as to soil ones poise
Always elegant despite the toil

Standing tall
Avoiding falls

Not depending on man
But open to sharing with a gentleman

Ride and or die
Never the roll of the dice

Think twice
Before you assume she’s only nice

A diamond in the rough
A cut above the tough

Its the Tuesday glam
Just for you, fam.


Photo: by yours truly
Model: friend of a friend of the blog

2

Some days feel like the weight of shadows are holding you back
Darkness wrapping about and around you
If only you took a quick peek back…you’d see a brighter picture

The sun beaming and supporting your travel
Yet…the casting of doubt by your own biased reflection has you thinking gloom instead of light
Good thing you wore some white…making your own sunshine in the shade
Then…when the sparkles speak their song ….you’ll smile as you carry on
Shadows come and go…but your inner sunlight is your guiding compass

Keep on keeping on

Photography: yours truly
Model: friend of a friend
Poetry: by yours truly

3

They thought of you as frail
As if your beauty was fragility

Didn’t they know… or did they miss the memo?
It’s your strength that gives you beauty?

A refined polished look
Is not something that comes overnight

The outfit may be a little tight
But to all, it’s quite all right

In the midst of chaos
Stands a strong woman

In the midst of the construction
Reigns a queen making the decisions

Angelic in appearance
Test the buttons and see another

Whatever you can do
She does in heels

Just like she arrested your attention
Despite you best of intentions

She’s on a mission
To make her dreams come to fruition

Delicate in appearances
Created by strength… in all instances

Watch your steps
Her majesty is on the move

Your best move
Is to come along for the ride

Photo: by yours truly
Model: friend of a friend
Words: yours truly


Here are the IG posts, as promised, that showcases the photos that inspired these poems. They will appear in the order that they were presented on the previous page

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All other posts regarding this photo session will be posted below:

  1. Poetry of Linen - Three short poems shared on IG are now safely home on the blog. Inspired by a woman who isn't afraid to shine brightly in her outfit.
  2. Linen Gallery - The story behind the photos... the shoot... the inspiration... lessons learned.... a lady is not defined by her dress... the dress only sharpens the image she projects.
  3. Gallery of Linen - The photo gallery that inspired a few posts. Beauty has it's own strength. Even if beauty does not define strength. But helps clarify it.

 

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