Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Seeing 2012 (#17)

For your consideration:

A view down into a maelstrom of uncertain pedigree — at least at first blush. Closer inspection, however, might reveal some insights.

For one, despite the seemingly relentless and impenetrable, forceful flow — chaotic rush of movement in all directions — in the center is found a reassuring solidity, and even signs of growth where none would seem plausible.

When chaos reigns and fight vs. flight grabs hold and extols the latter, it is usually best to stay put, on known terra firma, rather than risk all in uncertain leaps into the unknown.

For the strength of solid home footing trumps the storm and the siren call of the wild, when all is said and done. It takes more courage, and fortifies the soul, to remain and tend to foundations rather than to flee and be scattered.



Untitled, #1845-20D

© 2012 James W. Murray, all rights reserved.

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Details: October 14, 2010; Canon 7D; f/7 @ 1/200 sec; —2/3 EV; ISO 400;
Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM


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