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Published: 2014-07-12 12:33:33 +0000 UTC; Views: 947; Favourites: 26; Downloads: 18
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Description Ripples of Serenity

Ripples of serenity just cascading over my heart.
Gentle waves of the sacred pond lapping at my feet.

I curl my toes in the soft, sinking mud in sheer, blissful peace.
My eyes behold a scene worth a thousand breaths.

A golden-brown carpet of fallen & fading leaves that dive and then peep.
Floating on the velvety sheen of a water rich and deep.
Caressing the bobbing visage of a beautiful little boat.
Like a bunch of guardian brothers escorting a fond sister.

The warm, scented wind sighing through the dense, murmuring woods.
Dappling sunlight glancing off tree boughs, causing ripples to shimmer and shine.
Birds chirping and flitting across a lush canopy, singing lustily with abandon and joy.
A wet whispering breeze wafting across the water just to soothe my soul.

I have chanced upon a sacred grove hidden in a secluded little valley.
An oasis of sunshine & spring in a land of harsh winter & strife.
I cast away my fears & worries, and let my gleeful heart follow its new desire.

The little boat glides across the tepid waters safely like an ancient mariner.
Green reeds rustle and beckon me towards the little island just yonder.
I row past an enigmatic statue that awes me with majesty and wonder.
Colorful butterflies flutter around my boat like little urchins guiding a new tourist.

Beyond the isle lies the portico of a quaint little manor abode.
My boat lurches and stays; like it always belonged to the stone jetty I gently step upon.
Was the boat waiting for ages just to welcome me here, I now ponder.

A soft, swinging lantern is a waysign, enlightening me across the grassy, cobbled pathway.
The beautiful flowers in the shrubbery are in full bloom; glowing and swaying in the breeze.

I feel as if I hear some fleeting, soft, intangible songs of welcoming joy.
From the twinkling torchbugs and fluttering butterflies as they usher me by.
As I open the door and my heart softly to my new haven & home; life is telling me to enjoy.

~ veekay



CREDITS:

FEATURED MOD:  HEARTGLEN - Sacred Pond, Grove and Abode, in a Secluded, Wooded Valley.

IMAGE SOURCE:  Screenshot from the PC game The Elder Scrolls V : Skyrim, © Bethesda Softworks.

 
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Comments: 19

SummerDreams-Art [2014-08-16 14:52:00 +0000 UTC]

Really wonderful, totally love the poem in your description! 

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vee-kay In reply to SummerDreams-Art [2014-09-06 15:52:56 +0000 UTC]

Thanks for the awesome praise!

*bows in embarrassment and secret glee*

It is nothing compared to your artistic genius, and coming from you, it is high praise indeed!

Glad you liked it!

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SummerDreams-Art In reply to vee-kay [2014-09-07 15:26:10 +0000 UTC]

Oh no you are most certainly welcome, I am truly humbled by your words but I am myself still a learner so I will thank you in return for your encouragement and support!

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fhelalr [2014-07-29 07:12:47 +0000 UTC]

Magnificent! Love this big time!

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vee-kay In reply to fhelalr [2014-08-02 10:21:55 +0000 UTC]

Thank you, my dear friend. I am so happy you liked it!

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fhelalr In reply to vee-kay [2014-08-08 01:27:44 +0000 UTC]

You're most welcome, dear!

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bison1967 [2014-07-17 22:10:28 +0000 UTC]

Tranquility at it's finest! Breathtaking image and a beautiful poem, Vee-kay!  

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vee-kay In reply to bison1967 [2014-07-19 11:28:01 +0000 UTC]

Thank you, dear buddy, for your kind words. Glad you liked the image and poem. I tried my best to capture a moment to tranquility and beauty, and I'm happy my small efforts seem to be fruitful. Keep visiting, and please share more of your wonderful artwork! Cheers!

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Nightshade715 [2014-07-13 20:03:54 +0000 UTC]

Oooh, wow! What a lovely image. Beautiful view.

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vee-kay In reply to Nightshade715 [2014-07-15 17:33:33 +0000 UTC]

Oooh, thank you, dear friend and sis!

Seriously, what will I ever do without ardent fans and well wishers like you. You people make my day so much awesome. Cheers and hugs!  

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Ithildin-dA [2014-07-13 17:07:47 +0000 UTC]

Wow, this is as photorealistic as it gets! "Worth a thousand breaths", indeed ... I'd love to visit a place exactly like this in person.

The accompanying poem has marvelous imagery, and a wonderful use of similes/metaphors. Bravissimo!

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vee-kay In reply to Ithildin-dA [2014-07-13 17:27:37 +0000 UTC]

Wow, thank you dear Ithildin, that's heartwarming praise indeed! I am at a loss for words at your effusive praise. Thank you for your wonderful support and motivation, sis!

 

If you are still playing Skyrim, I urge you to try that Heartglen mod (make sure to have a savepoint and clean the mod with TES5EDIT before you install it, as the mod has some unnecessary world edits). Heartglen is a beautiful, wonderful place! And if you use the console command TFC to soar high above the grove like a hawk, you'll know why it is called so!

   

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Ithildin-dA In reply to vee-kay [2014-07-13 21:11:10 +0000 UTC]

Thank you! I favorited Heartglen for my next playthrough; I'm not sure when that will be, but I do miss gaming, especially the Elder Scrolls series. I've been taking a break from gaming for awhile, since being away from the PC helps with my neck arthritis symptoms. 

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vee-kay In reply to Ithildin-dA [2014-07-15 17:43:57 +0000 UTC]

Hi Jen, sorry to hear that your neck is giving problems enough to keep you away from gaming.

Take care of your health, sis. Try some Chinese Acupuncture or Indian Ayurvedic therapies, and I'm sure you'll be hale and hearthy in no time. All the best!

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Ithildin-dA In reply to vee-kay [2014-07-15 18:27:46 +0000 UTC]

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amnis406 [2014-07-12 19:22:40 +0000 UTC]

Wonderful!

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vee-kay In reply to amnis406 [2014-07-13 16:15:43 +0000 UTC]

Thank you for your support always, my dear friend!

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CheeseyBall [2014-07-12 16:06:29 +0000 UTC]

Really lovely picture and poem!

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vee-kay In reply to CheeseyBall [2014-07-13 16:16:49 +0000 UTC]

Ah, thank you so much, dear Cheesey!

*bro fist*
 

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