Yearning to visit places that warmed the body and soul
Wishing to smell the scent of purple, blown by the breeze
Pining for the sound of bugling calls, heralding the arrival of spring
Craving the taste of a special summer treat
Longing to catch glimpses of beloved companions from the past
A picture helps us remember when we are yearning to feel, smell, hear, taste, and see our memories.
Lens-Artists Photo Challenge – Longing
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Wonderful photos and thoughts for the challenge.
Thanks! :D
What a feast for the senses and the heart you gave us, Siobhan! Everything was beautiful.
Thanks so much, Egidio!
Ok. So. Now I want to skip dinner and find some pie with a large scoop of ice cream on it. Who wouldn't long for the scent of the purple garden.
That dessert was delicious! Thanks, Donna!
Wonderful photos, Siobhan! I'd love to spend some time at that hot springs. As a relatively recent celiac patient, I long for a cobbler (and most desserts. >grin<)
Thanks, John! Those hot springs are nice! Sorry you can't eat some of the tasty treats you enjoyed in the past. I hope you find alternatives for your cravings.
You're so right, pictures do help us to remember :) They can both answer a longing by doing that, but also create one as they remind of places we'd love to see again.
Thanks, and well said, Sarah!
Amazing photos of longing.
Thank you, Teresa!
Lovely post, Siobhan, especially the last one. That is the kind of longing that hurts, but comforts, the most.
Thanks, Sofia! At least we can remember precious loved ones with pictures.
Yes, photos do bring back memories as well as scents do.
Yes, we all have lots of memories wrapped up in our photo collections. 🙂
Wonderful examples and images Siobhan. I loved your ending comment about remembering - so true!
Thank you, Tina! I know you have similar feelings, as a photographer. 🙂
Wonderful images! I can so relate - old friends, good food...And what would we do without our photos of the past?
Thanks, Ann-Christine! Yes, our pictures help us remember precious moments. 🙂