Long drives, wrong turns, stale waiting room coffee, mascara clumps, dead end streets, baked brie, lipstick stained straws, tears, laughs, Born To Be Wild, visitor badges, cranberry juice, drawbridges, rose colored glasses, leather dusters, daylight savings, nights falling early, long nights, long days.
Sounds endless.. Looks like your stamina was tested.. Love the last photo...Sheer solitude.
Posted by: chrissy | November 10, 2010 at 09:30 AM
I am concerned for you and Geoff. Please let me know if there is ever anything I can do.
You're doing great - definitely an inspiration to all of your readers (especially me :) I'm sure all of your long days and hours are making a difference. Take care!
Posted by: Michelle | November 10, 2010 at 09:50 AM
Great photographs!
Hope you´re ok!
Kisses from Spain.
Posted by: Crissant | November 10, 2010 at 10:20 AM
Love the photos. Beautiful, but the coffee cup speaks volumes. Hang in there. Hugs and positive energy winging its way to you.
Posted by: Ann | November 10, 2010 at 10:38 AM
That third photo at the entrance to the beach is awesome. Love the colors and lighting! Hope today is a good one.
Posted by: Lauren | November 10, 2010 at 10:47 AM
I get lost in here... I'd suggest a, let's say, more friendly layout for this blog. Something like fixed width, somewhat around the 800 to 900 pixels. A little work around fonts and probably not so many photos. Only then I will be able to allow myself some effort to understand your message. Yes, I guess you have a message, don't you? I love the white spirit of this blog hiding a soul of a troubled woman... If this is not true, then I have been mistaken by the little friendly layout of this blog. Hugs...
Posted by: The Wanderer | November 10, 2010 at 12:32 PM
MMM French Fries. And who is The Wanderer? Keep the layout how you want it!
Posted by: Thirtyandawesome.blogspot.com | November 10, 2010 at 01:17 PM
Baked brie? Do you mean the French cheese? I like it flat out by itself and I love the rind! Occasionally, I like it deep fried like camembert. Overwhelmingly impressive photos! I love them all!
Posted by: Anastasia | November 10, 2010 at 01:42 PM
What on earth??!! Some people's comments make me mad. Anyways, I love the patina of your photos. It makes them look aged somehow. Hope you and Geoff are doing well. You are in my thoughts, especially when I am driving home and the sun is setting. Don't ask me why. I guess it's because it's my 'alone' time.
Posted by: Loree | November 10, 2010 at 02:23 PM
I got back! Still lost, over mousing, over wheeling, over clicking. Too much time if you want us concentrated on your message. By the way? Have you found your message? Layout is crucial in life. A bad layout drives you to long nights, long days. Sepia is the one to transmit the idea of 'old', 'ancient'. Platina takes me to hospitals. Why is majority of comments here made by females? Some people's comments make me improve. Hugs...
Posted by: The Wanderer | November 10, 2010 at 03:34 PM
Beautiful, thoughtful and evocative post...as always. Thinking of you both :)
Posted by: Kerry | November 10, 2010 at 04:38 PM
Beautiful photos Agnes! I'll be thinking of you and Geoff and keeping you both in my prayers.
Posted by: Heather L. | November 10, 2010 at 05:26 PM
I send you a million hugs wrapped in love.
Posted by: Andi | November 10, 2010 at 05:50 PM
I can follow your thoughts and pictures very clearly my dear. Peaceful thoughts and hugs across the ocean to you. xx
Posted by: Talei Loto | November 10, 2010 at 05:50 PM
Beautiful photos :).
You two are in my thoughts.
Posted by: Reenie | November 10, 2010 at 05:52 PM
This says it all, nothing else can be added to your message. This is a very fresh way of looking at a Tuesday in November.
Posted by: Lucky | November 10, 2010 at 05:53 PM
Oh, and I do not get lost in your layout btw. I like it's flowyness :).
Hugs.
Posted by: Reenie | November 10, 2010 at 05:56 PM
I sometimes like to be alone but not for long. Then I start looking for Patty or someone. When I still had a dog, I would look for her and not pester Patty.
Posted by: Abraham Lincoln | November 10, 2010 at 07:04 PM
Your way of face this moment of your life is beautiful! Serious! Without despair and full of patience and love. Is what everyone needs: those who are on your side and you want to help and us that stayed here, sending positive energy to help you :)
ps: c'mom, someone only will get lost on in your layout if want to!!!
Posted by: david | November 10, 2010 at 07:52 PM
Hang on, and it will get better. Ups and downs, and ups again.
The third pictures is amazing. I'm not sure whether it's the light or the composition but I started at it for a good three minutes.
Posted by: Zhu | November 10, 2010 at 09:44 PM
Glad you're checking in...I realize I don't really know you, except through these blogs, but I've started worrying about you and Geoff, nonetheless. Hang in there! Sending a virtual hug! Beautiful photos!
Posted by: Barbara S. | November 10, 2010 at 10:22 PM
Do update us once in a while! Totally understand what you are going through but i personally miss it when you don't write :) God bless!
Posted by: shalmalee | November 10, 2010 at 11:57 PM
we read you....
just pour them out,
don't let the whole thing bottled up
my prayers to you & Geoff
take care dear
Posted by: theBluesman | November 11, 2010 at 06:43 AM
Beautiful, indeed
Posted by: Jose Luis Montero | November 11, 2010 at 06:51 AM
What beautiful photos during a tough time. Your way of seeing beauty in the midst of adversity is inspiring and makes you resilient.
Posted by: Patti Murphy | November 11, 2010 at 07:10 AM
I caught your reference to Steppenwolf's "Born to be Wild":
"I like smoke and lightnin'.
Heavy metal thunder.
Racin' with the wind,
And the feelin' that I'm under.
"Yeah, Darlin' go and make it happen,
Take the world in a love embrace.
Fire all of your guns at once and,
Explode into space."
Your soul is restless in song. It's restless in pictures.
Loneliness must make it that way.
*****
You love and miss Geoff terribly. Don't you, Agnes? Our hearts all go out to you both.
Posted by: Rider | November 11, 2010 at 09:11 AM
Pass the warmest hugs for Geoff, Agnes.
Posted by: Rosemary | November 11, 2010 at 09:15 AM
Beautiful photos, a keen eye for the world's beauty, but yes-I can hear your sadness and frustration in every word.
Posted by: nothingprofound | November 11, 2010 at 09:15 AM
lovely lady, gorgeous photos, beautiful scenery, warm thoughts, friendly concern, best wishes, healing vibes, deep admiration...craving salt-air-improved fries! (OOF! and i was doing SO WELL at not being silly...for upwards of 90 seconds...a new personal best!) :) :) :)
(seriously: thinking of you BOTH!!! sending ultra-good thoughts! ♥♥♥♥♥!)
Posted by: lauren | November 11, 2010 at 09:41 AM
You're a strong girl Agnes! Prayers to you and your hubby! Your pictures are beautiful....
Posted by: aubrey hall | November 11, 2010 at 10:17 AM
nice to read you again..dear Agnes...
Take Care...
Posted by: Thinking | November 11, 2010 at 01:12 PM
I have NO idea how I stumbled upon your blog but I wanted to say, you are PURE ART!!! Your words, your style and your picture...your ineer dialog which are the seeds that bloom into/onto your blog....WOW! Great role-model....will save your site and revisit...mother of two, full time art teacher, wife, artists and team mom...not a lot of time to enjoy but WILL BE BACK...Thank you FOR SHARING!
Posted by: Erin K. Garmon | November 11, 2010 at 06:45 PM
Your comments are so lovely. Thank you.
Posted by: Agnes | November 11, 2010 at 08:03 PM
As long as you are blogging I know you are OK, Agnes - love Kate
Posted by: Kate | November 12, 2010 at 03:49 AM
You are such an inspiration Agnes.
I am sending goodwill and prayers your way, and some silvery sunshine.
Posted by: Cinderella | November 13, 2010 at 05:06 PM
Peace
And Yes, the last photograph - excellent.
Posted by: Appu | November 14, 2010 at 08:48 AM
Just letting you know - I'm still reading. Might not always be first in the line of commenters (or within a mile of it), but I AM reading :)
Posted by: Jonathan | November 14, 2010 at 11:09 AM
I am kinda lost too.... just don't know what the post was talking about and I couldn't understand the title in relation to the post and also the pics although they're really beautiful.
But whatever it is you're feeling right now, hang on in there. Pray and and you everything works out for good. Have a blessed week.
Posted by: Account Deleted | November 14, 2010 at 08:59 PM
Hang in there! xo
(love your bag by the way!)
Posted by: Sara Louise | November 15, 2010 at 07:00 AM
I'm not lost at all. I can feel your loneliness, sorrow, worry. It shows in the photographs--abandoned beaches, gray skies, one lonely bike, lots of unreadable confusing signs, discarded fast food containers. Very hard times. Takes a lot of strength. Bright side: your photography.
Posted by: linda roth | November 15, 2010 at 03:52 PM
Agnes,
Sorry for your troubles, and I hope Geoff gets out of hospital soon. Your prose is like poetry; your photos wonderful. I wouldn't do a thing to your layout. Its kind of fun scrolling down to see what's next.
Regards,
bd
Posted by: bd | November 15, 2010 at 04:30 PM
you sounded tired.
do remember to take some time off for yourself.
love the third photo!
Posted by: levian | November 16, 2010 at 01:56 AM
Hope you are both getting better or are both OK.
Posted by: Abraham Lincoln | November 16, 2010 at 07:23 AM
Haven't been blogging or reading blogs for ages! Just read your last few blog posts. My prayers and good wishes are with you and Geoff!
Posted by: Wannabewriter | November 18, 2010 at 05:24 AM
Just stopping by to check on you. Sending prayers and hugs...
Posted by: Barbara S. | November 18, 2010 at 09:44 PM
Stay strong. Thinking of you.
Posted by: Sylvia | November 20, 2010 at 06:51 AM
Just checking on you. Love.
Posted by: Reenie | November 21, 2010 at 05:04 AM
Just wanted you to know that I'm thinking of you.
Posted by: Michelle | November 21, 2010 at 08:04 AM
You haven't posted for awhile, Agnes. That makes us worry about you and especially about Geoff.
Despite your not posting, there are a few things we know. First, we know you're incredibly strong. We know that because you haven't written a single word of complaint.
Second, we know everything's not going well. We know that because you haven't posted for awhile. We think it means you're preoccupied with more important things. That you've focused all your energy, all your life force, and all your prayers on those more important things.
We, your netfriends, are here for you, Agnes. We're wishing and praying for a miracle. And for a happy ending.
Posted by: Rider | November 21, 2010 at 11:26 AM
Hope you are all well. Have not see you about and was worried.
I got a new blog at wordpress.
http://oldmanlincolnsblog.wordpress.com/
Someday maybe you can stop by.
Posted by: Abraham Lincoln | November 21, 2010 at 12:18 PM
@Rider: Thank you so much.
Posted by: Agnes | November 21, 2010 at 04:57 PM
I love what Rider wrote. I wanted to say sort of the same thing, but unfortunately am not as eloquent. I hope you will reach out to any, some, or all of your net friends if that helps at any time and I am definitely praying.
Posted by: Michelle | November 21, 2010 at 10:04 PM
I know we've never even actually "met" persay....strange that you should cross my mind so often and I thought perhaps I should tell you that I'm thinking and praying for you and sending many positive and encouraging thoughts your way. xo
Posted by: aubrey hall | November 22, 2010 at 01:09 AM
I've missed you Agnes. Hope all is going well. I know you're going through tough times but I think of you both every day. Keep strong.
Posted by: Loree | November 22, 2010 at 04:45 AM
Checking in, Agnes.
Look towards the sunrise as a new day dawning and another chance for things to improve. Now, obviously, I'm oblivious to the exact conditions going on in your life, but I can say for certain that remaining positive is the way to go.
Being strong is for people around you to do, you have enough on your plate as it is.
Posted by: Thirtyandawesome.blogspot.com | November 22, 2010 at 09:51 AM
@Everyone: Thank you.
Posted by: Agnes | November 23, 2010 at 08:29 AM
Sending peace your way.
Posted by: Patti Murphy | November 25, 2010 at 10:51 AM
Agnes I'm wishing you and Geoff a happy Thanksgiving. The pictures are wonderful it is proof positive that the everyday ego of life steps aside to solitude, Nature, and humanity and the ones we love. It's all that matters.
No material object of any kind can achieve this..
A speedy recovery for Geoff and we look forward to hearing from you soon.
Ciao Bella
Posted by: Natural Selection | November 25, 2010 at 12:42 PM
Just came over to check ur posts. Loved what Rider wrote...said everything I wanted to pen......take care my friend, my prayers with U both
Posted by: Nancy | November 27, 2010 at 12:59 PM
I'm starting to worry dear Agnes. You and Geoff are in my prayers. Life can give you such crap. Hold tight.
Posted by: linda roth | December 01, 2010 at 09:52 AM