Walking through the dunes the scent of gorse reminds me of sun cream, our bike rides to the sea. It’s your birthday today. You would have been sixty-eight. I can imagine you silver-haired, your smile and wit still bouncing.
meditating
the circles and spirals of
a driftwood root ball
the place in our lives you held
still dearly in our hearts
© Xenia Tran
In memory of our much-loved uncle Leo (1952-1997).
Wishing you all a blessed Thursday and a peaceful rest of the week,
with love from Eivor, Pearl and Xenia xxx
Photographs by Xenia Tran, edited in lr.
Camera: Panasonic Lumix FZ200, Settings: f/2.8 – 1/2000 s – ISO 160 and f/4 – 1/1250 s – ISO 160.
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I feel this one deeply, Xenia! My condolances on the loss of your uncle. Today is my father’s birthday. He would have been eighty.
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Thank you so much for your kind words dear Frank and my condolences too for the loss of your father. Thinking of you and we shall raise a glass to them both tonight 💜 xxx
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Reblogged this on Frank J. Tassone and commented:
#Haiku Happenings #1 (5/28/20): Xenia Trans’ latest #tankaprose for my current #haikai challenge!
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Thank you so much for the reblog Frank 💖 xxx
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Lovely. We never stop missing the ones we love.
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Thank you so much for your kind words dear Heather 💜 xxx
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My pleasure.
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Here’s to Uncle Leo whose inspiration and impact are still with you. How lovely.
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Thank you so much for your kind words dear Rusha 💜
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Wonderful tribute to your dear uncle Leo.
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Thank you so much for your kind words dear Sandy 💜 xxx
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You are most welcome, Xenia.
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A lovely tribute to a much loved family member ❤️ Hugs Xxx
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Thank you so much for your kind words dear Cathy, much love to you and Finn from all of us here 💞💜💞 xxx
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Much love back at you 💖💕💖
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Thank you Cathy 💕🐕 xxx
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So lovely Xenia. Glad my prompt brought a beautiful memory alive and thanks for sharing x
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Thank you so much for your kind words dear Brian, it was a lovely prompt to link into our family roots. I really enjoy the way you frame your challenges 🤗
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That’s so lovely Xenia
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Sorry for the loss of your Uncle Leo. We never forget or stop loving those who have passed on. This is an excellent tribute to someone who obviously had a positive impact on your life. The last picture is really beautiful.
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Thank you so much for your kind words dear Vicky 💞💜💞
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❤
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Thank you dear Eliza 💜 xxx
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What a lovely tribute to your Uncle. It will make him smile.
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Thank you so much for your kind words dear Anne 💞💜💞
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A beautiful tribute to your Uncle Leo.
Your post triggered so many scent memories of sojourns to the beach.
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Thank you so much for your kind words dear Ju–Lyn 💜 xxx
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A lovely, peaceful tribute to your beloved Uncle, Xenia. I can almost feel that soft sand underneath my feet…
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Thank you so much for your kind words dear Kim 💜 xxx
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My pleasure, Xenia! Your photography is exquisite…
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💕💜💕 xxx
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Elders of
Love Keepsakes
Wisdom’s Beauty ALWayS Sees..:)
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Thank you kindly dear Fred, that’s beautiful! 💜
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And A Very
Humid Hot
Day☀️🎶🌟
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