Let it flow…
In between the dance of forces
Is self adjusted neutrality
A flow in harmony.
In allowing to let go completely
Soon tension eases in the flow
In perseverance & patience.
In response than reaction
Creating positive transmutation.
In thoughts words and deeds
Till harmony becomes you.
©Savvy Raj
Some pictures can speak a thousand words …
this one definitely fits that frame.
My friend Laura Bailey shared a very intriguing photo of trumpet player Joe and his wife May taken by Henri Cartier- Brenson
Henri Cartier-Bresson photographed throughout his life well-known personalities from the world of arts and science but, also many strangers.
I was captivated by it for a while as it arrested me in the moment. I went on to experience many fleeting thoughts most significant to that era of the Jazz and Blues music.
There were a number of comments below … One that got me interested immediately was
From Pam Diller ” What a picture! Pride, strength, defiance…this shows their souls, not just their faces. The way his hand rests so lightly on her shoulder–is it love or possession?”
Another was by, Shahrizan Amir Hamzah .
” With Bresson manning the lens and such gorgeous, confident subjects, you just can’t go wrong. This is a marvellous picture.”
Personally speaking …
I saw authenticity in that frame so well composed, the reality bites of the anguish of life lived in the throes of a certain creative fervour. I do not know much about Joe and his wife …other than what is perhaps evident in here to me. A photo that captures the spirit & soul of the subject.
In the face of May …
Her eyes..distant and dreamy
It speaks of pain and anguish
Of hard-hitting times
Her demeanour projects pride
Of a spirit braving against all odds.
Of inner demons as well as the outer.
Yet her face is a picture of composure in the chaos.
Of pride amidst the prejudice.
Joe speaks a different truth
There is focus and there is dare
There is a surging stillness.
That comes when rivers are a flow within
moving in the turbulence of a vortex called life.
Captured in all is the essence of brilliance
of a keen eye for that perfect moment
Stilled and canned for posterity
that speaks poignantly in the silence.
Portraying duels raging in the hearts.
Of trials and tribulations
Of hopes and aspirations
Of desires through unspoken dialogues.
No touch ups no tricks
Just a decisive moment captured with uncanny precision.
©Savvy Raj
PS: I created the Black & White artwork’ Speaking Pictures’for this posts featured image ‘Speaking Pictures’ back in 2017 without any AI help. I simply wanted an older movies screen effect reflecting the era of the photo.
Looking at it now, I am still happy with the results. What do you think?
When you plant & nurture trees
You nurture the world
For trees nurture life.
In thankfulness for nature
That survives all odds
The living trees
Are our pillars of support
Towards sustainability
Releasing oxygen for the planet
Every one of us owes everyone of them so much.
Thankfulness & Gratitude 🙏
To the kindred spirit of the soulful trees.
.🌳 🌲 🌴 🌳
© Savvy Raj
A throwback in time…
A memory rushed in through the photograph I chanced upon.
A decade or more back, I remember how I passionately volunteered to train seniors to dance at the local church in Mumbai. This photograph is a reminder of them praying together on my birthday.
And we celebrated with a cake…
I knew not them beyond the Dance class.
They knew not me beyond the dance
But this motley crew of seniors
Made me feel very special
On my birthday and on every Monday too.
The day of their dance class.
Meet we would at 6 pm sharp
Without fail come what may…
These warm and courteous seniors were always on time….
These simple unassuming souls
Somehow etched their place in my heart.
Will cherish the memories forever
I thank them for trusting me & having me around.
And more importantly for the kind prayers & blessings.
Grateful ❤️
©Savvy Raj
Blending in the intersections of Art & Science…
There is inspiration
Evoking enchantment
Of magic & mystique
In Spirituality & Fractality
Mermerizing movements
Exploring possibilities
Both inclusive & expansive Experiencing virtual world
Illusions become realistic
Innovations becomes reality…
©Savvy Raj
©Savvy Raj
Sharinge my earlier post again for this new year as it is a deeply meaningful excercise in Gratitude and Positivity to me.
The Gift of Life …
“When I was a little girl I often have witnessed my dear father see and give great value and acknowledge every little good that is or happens , however small they may seem to others. It could be a with a gentle word, a tiny appreciation or a little compliment. He taught me one of most important lesson for a lifetime… to notice, respect and reflect on the good in and around us… and to live positively and think of life always as Plus++++es .
Life is beautiful as it is and it is in us to see it so …”
Savvy
©Savvy Raj
Each of us have experiences that associate with any word.
What thoughts come to you in associations with the word Water.
Water brings forth many associations immediately but most of all of grace and strength.
In thoughts of fluidity in the flow…
In the ease of adaptability & lightness of being
As well as the strength of its perseverance in its path…
I associate with the rhthymic expression of waves.
Gratitude for Grace of this blessing of water to drink
And of the freedom of movement,while revelling in the water.
What thoughts and associations come immediately to you for the word ‘Water’?
©Savvy Raj
A woman whose smile is open and whose expression is glad has a kind of beauty no matter what she wears.
Anne Roiphe
Nice quote. But it is one sided. For I think it’s likewise for any one. Man or woman. A happy spirit makes others happy.
Wonder why it’s assumed that only women need to smile, is it OK for men to be grumpy?
A smiling face no matter man woman, child or a pet makes way for a beautiful blessed day!
Let’s make it more inclusive
Lets value the beauty of smiles and it’s corelation to happy relationships.
Seasons Greetings
©Savvy Raj
The busier a person seems
The less the person works
The more they delegate
For they value of time
And getting things done on time.
They believe in themselves
And take themselves lightly.
How often have you wondered
How some people manage it all
People rushing between deadlines
People having meetings with them
Continously consistently
And yet they appear unruffled
With a great sense of humor
A smile playing on their faces
And steel in their nerves
It is all about their organisation
Of things that matter on priority
And the ability to delegate
That makes things happen.
One person cannot accomplish
As much as a team of people
Dedicated to a purpose
Built by a determined leader.
Who believes, ‘I can’
For then the quantity of work
Gets improved by the quality…
What are your thoughts? Do share.
Life is strange
Strange is life
Just like that
Life turns around
Difficult becomes easy
Miseries come to an end
Problems find a solution
Trust in a deliverance
Hope against hope
Keep the faith
Life finds a way
©savvyraj
That best portion of a man’s life, his little, nameless, unremembered acts of kindness and love.
William Wordsworth
On Giving
Give the good you have
Every time before the ask
Consciously consistently
Every time you do
You create space within
For more good to find its way in
In reality
Giving from all of you
Is much easier done than said
For all you need is to be you
Giving with all your heart
Making it a regular practice
Sensing true freedom in spirit
Aligning you with the Universe
A little more in every deed.
©Savvy Raj
There are always special moments in every one’s life
Making life meaningful and memorable
Often it’s pure serendipity…
When your memory jogs you to remember such a moment.
What makes the memory strong?
What you are associating it with,
That is what makes the memory stronger.
Next time pay attention to whatever you want to remember.
What emotions and feelings can you associate with it?
As your visualisation gets stronger
Your memory gets better and will fade lesser in time.
Now remember to visualise with vibrance.
Choose as you please,
Scents & fragrances of places
Nature & friendships
Colours of Emotions
In all its vividity &feelings.
Soon you will build on all the happy times.
Keep adding your treasure chest of memorable moments.
Someday you will be thankful for it.
©Savvy Raj
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