AFRICA_Innocence by romanceworks
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No matter our age
There is a place within us
That remembers
And longs for
And loves
Our lost innocence.
For me now, my life seems to end and begin again on the day my beloved died. It was a year ago , on June 17, 2006, that I posted an image called 'The Lion's Roar', not knowing that within hours my soul mate of thirty years would leave me. On that day I lost my love ... I lost my innocence. I no longer believe in happily ever after, but I still believe in the beauty, the wonder, and the healing power of nature, art, and love. The love I have received from my family, the hugs from my grandchildren, the birth of my new grandson, the love and support from past and newfound friends and artists here, have all kept my spirit going. And doing my art, and viewing others art, has kept my spirit growing. The beauty of nature has been so healing, and the kisses from my doxies have kept the joy alive in my heart.
It has been a year of indescribable heartache for me, a year of change and challenge, and transformation, a year of loneliness beyond anything I can put into words, a year of deafening silence, a year of living without LJ's music, a year without LJ's love. But I have survived when I thought I wouldn�t. I have done things I thought I couldn't, I have created over a hundred images, and I am learning to have a new relationship with myself, and with my beloved, a relationship of being grateful for the love, the life, and the memories and passion we shared.
I want to give a special hug to all who have been so supportive of me, of my art, this past year. I will be forever thankful for the gift of your images, of your caring, and your friendship. Carol
Image credits and notes:
Another in my AFRICA- Survival in the Wild Series, created in Photoshop CS, using a cub photo compliments of Shannon and Jonathan, painting techniques, and a painted skies background by Ferguson.
I thought about what I would post on this anniversary and decided on lions, because the year began and ended with lions. Lions have always held special meaning to me since my childhood, for their beauty and strength. Butterflies symbolize transformation and this one is filled with hearts. And those wildflowers grew close to our home here in Colorado.
Comments (73)
kenmo
So sorry to hear about the loss of your husband... This image is an incredible piece of art... His memories live on in your talent...
BonBonish
Wonderful artwork... and thank you so much for your special hug :)...
NekhbetSun
How true ! ...this is so cute and gave me a BIG smile :oD ~ Hugs ~
blonderella
such a beautiful work of art!! sending you heartfelt wishes for peace and serenity, and that you may always be surrounded by the love of your family and friends
Lyne
At first I was just going to say "awwwwwww" as one would with such utter precious cute-ness....then I read your words (yes late, sorry, have not felt well and am just catching up) and my heart aches for you, yet to see such growth in spite of the pain, is inspiring to me! HUGS!!!
mps
Very lovely.
amirapsp
Very beautiful
LMDesign
Ohh - this is just beautiful beyond the words. - So sorry about your loss and pain.. One day the sun will shine again, I am sure
water
Excellent, I am always moved by this style of nature rendering !
geoegress
excellent :)
lesbentley
Great stuff!
FutureFantasyDesign
OMGDDSS! This is so stunning and moving, and just plain overkill on CUTE! Fav and I must say so are you...
Lalynn
Carol, you have come through your broken heart to continue to show us the beauty you still see around you. You are a phenomenal woman. This is wonderful.