Jonathan's Flight by leanndra
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One evening the gulls that were not night-flying stood together on
the sand, thinking. Jonathan took all his courage in hand and walked to
the Elder Gull, who, it was said, was soon to be moving beyond this world.
"Chiang..." he said a little nervously.
The old seagull looked at him kindly. "Yes, my son?" Instead of being
enfeebled by age, the Elder had been empowered by it; he could outfly any
gull in the Flock, and he had learned skills that the others were only
gradually coming to know.
"Chiang, this world isn't heaven at all, is it?" The Elder smiled in
the moonlight. "You are learning again, Jonathan Seagull," he said.
"Well, what happens from here? Where are we going? Is there no such
place as heaven?"
"No, Jonathan, there is no such place. Heaven is not a place, and it
is not a time. Heaven is being perfect." He was silent for a moment. "You
are a very fast flier, aren't you?"
"I... I enjoy speed," Jonathan said, taken aback but proud that the
Elder had noticed.
"You will begin to touch heaven, Jonathan, in the moment that you
touch perfect speed. And that isn't flying a thousand miles an hour, or a
million, or flying at the speed of light. Because any number is a limit,
and perfection doesn't have limits. Perfect speed, my son, is being
there."
(Excerpt from Jonathan Livingston Seagull by Richard Bach)
This image and excerpt is dedicated to a handful of awesome men I have the privilege of knowing and visiting with through emails, chatting and instant messaging.
MagicHawk, Argiebooze, Wahlcat, Druidstorm, and shortgrey! You are wonderful men with depth, deeply poetic natures, and wonderful minds and hearts! I am blessed by having known you!
Leanndra...
Apophysis 2.02
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Comments (22)
smitts
Light and wispy! A lovely balance of light and dark that really adds depth to the image! Magnificent!
hanashonen
Like spirit floating! I like texture! ^_^
someart
smooth and floating;
arcticfox1
Etheral and gorgeous! Beautiful transparency and render...the lighting is perfect...Excellent!!!
Ruthee
Terrific flame, Leanndra. :) V
MagicHawk
I agree with Anita, very Ethereal....a misty vision floating silently through Time and Space... Jonothan Livingstone was a beautiful book....and "being there" just "is"... thank you for including me in your dedication...I am in good company....
kansas
Absolutely marvelous! Wonderful excerpt from that great book. Very nice dedi to these great guys.
sharkrey
Excellent flame and composition.
Richardphotos
beautiful fractal Leanndra and dedication.
Tristana
superbe fractal Leanndra !!
WahlCat
Translucent and geometric; perhaps the most perfect flame you've done so far,as it is pure light & no particular color.
BrasilGirl2004
I love the delicate texture and serene light in your picture! It is glorious!
Druidstorm
Such a beautiful verse that teachers us the lesson's of guardianship and the bearing of knowledge from one's lower self to a better understanding of the higher self...As for your dedication, thank you so-much for a delightful image of inner thought and beauty. I am honoured to be mentioned within your art...Excellent work friend!!!...:)
argiebooze
First came the image, so classy, perfect and ethereal. Then the words you exracted, so full of wisdom and grace. Then your dedication, so deep and refreshing. Thank YOU Leanndra for being a part of our lives, that will never be the same after being touched by a wonderful person like you. I'll treasure this and THANKS dear friend!!!
kimpe
Stunning artwork. You really have done well.
The_Captain
Jonathan Livingston Seagull - one of me favorite characters! An excellent tribute with your lovely picture, lass!
D.C.Monteny
A most beautiful flame, so ethereal... Excellent!
shortgrey
There's a place in the sun where there's hope for everyone, where my poor restless heart's got to run! There's a place in the sun, and before my life is done, gotta find me a place in the sun!! I found the sun in your heart, Leanndra, a place where the spirit of beauty comes true, where the meaning of friendship actually takes shape!! I am very honoured and touched by your gesture, Leanndra, and proud to be your friend!!!...VV.............Hugs, Guillaume.
invidiosa
beautiful gulls - lovely and ethereal
Rykk
Wonderfully gossamer white flame! I like how it sworls - and thanks for the great excerpt form a great story!
Fractelaar
Real class Apo work Like that bw pallette
lgmac
Just beautiful. I love the wispy white folds. Excellent framing choice to accent this lovely flame!!