by elizabeth evans
Member since:
January 6, 2006

"My Crust of Earth" ~ Living on Cooper's Pond

October 23, 2007 06:45 AM UTC
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On Sunday my sister Fran stopped by with a gift for me.  Knowing I love to journal and knowing I love Henry David Thoreau, she brought me a new book, "All Nature is My Bride:  Passages from the Journals Arranged as Poetry" by William M. White.  So instead of cleaning the house, doing abit of school work or editing a friend's writing, I found myself first in a rocking chair on the deck and later on the dock down the pond reading this book from cover to cover.  Beautiful poems are contained within Thoreau's prose ~they are graphic, intense and melodic.  The rhythms, images and cadences are all there and just spill softly and silently into my consciousness.  Throughout the book, one finds passages repeated over and over, where Thoreau speaks of his "little crust of earth" and with this in mind, I thought of my own.  Taking camera in hand I decided that through images you may discover "my crust of earth".

 

 

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                                 find a crust of earth, call it your own

                                 measure the seasons of your life 

                                 by the compassion to others you give. 

 

 

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                                   Live close to nature

                                   In all it's seasons and 

                                   Solitude will be your friend. 

 

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Comments: 64

Bob, your little crust of earth is angel's cake, blessed by Heaven. Beauty surrounds you...reflecting your soul.

Indeed, you have angels on your pillow and on your shoulder as well. What more can one ask for?
Debbie G. Oct 23, 2007, 7:06am UTC
Bob, your crust of earth is awesome,
and below your surface
'Earth' finds meaning.

Beautiful!
Janna O. Oct 23, 2007, 7:14am UTC
Absolutely stunning!
elizabeth evans Oct 23, 2007, 7:18am UTC
Such kind words magi and deb that you bestow on me...kindnesses that make my heart sing that I have found you both.
Carolion Grailbear Oct 23, 2007, 7:21am UTC
There's real magic in this one, E! I feel those angel shivers all over.
elizabeth evans Oct 23, 2007, 7:22am UTC
Through the seasons of my life, Janna
This "little crust of earth"
Has brought comfort to my soul.
elizabeth evans Oct 23, 2007, 7:25am UTC
Angels on my shoulders
Angels on my pillow
Angels on Gather
Bring Beauty to my Life
carolion grailbear
Roy ☯ Hilbinger Oct 23, 2007, 9:16am UTC
This was the perfect way to start off my day. Thanks, Bob!
elizabeth evans Oct 23, 2007, 9:29am UTC
Once again Amy you bring kindnesses to me. You truly have angels in your soul.

No, I did not know I made feature in today's Gather Writing Essential. I will go there immediately after having a word with my good friend Roy. I'm sure today is his day off so I imagine come tonight we will be seeing his "little crust of earth."
elizabeth evans Oct 23, 2007, 10:01am UTC
Looking forward to your crust of earth, Roy!
Ron B. Oct 23, 2007, 10:38am UTC
Really enjoyed this.
amarpreet k. Oct 23, 2007, 10:48am UTC
beautiful photo-poetry ..:-) enjoyed it ..and Congrates on being featured
elizabeth evans Oct 23, 2007, 11:06am UTC
Any time Kellie, you can come over for a sleep-over, we have an extra bedroom! By any chance, do you clean windows? LOL!
Nana to Seven Cutiepies Oct 23, 2007, 11:25am UTC
I think anyone could find peace and solitude in this beautiful place elizabeth. Your photos are gorgeous and you are so lucky to call this place home.
elizabeth evans Oct 23, 2007, 12:10pm UTC
Anytime Ron, just drop on by.
elizabeth evans Oct 23, 2007, 12:15pm UTC
amarpreet...working on the poetry part...just two little snipperts that came to mind this morning.
Tonia, who hugs trees G. Oct 23, 2007, 12:23pm UTC
bob - it is certainly an idyllic crust of earth that you inhabit. Beautiful photos.
elizabeth evans Oct 23, 2007, 12:46pm UTC
After a day in kindergarten Nana, this is the peaceful world I go home to....something I desperately need at the end of the day. Silence.
elizabeth evans Oct 23, 2007, 12:52pm UTC
And you know it so well, Tonia. I can't wait for your visit with Deb in December. Just the other day Roy was talking about your visit.
Faith H. Oct 23, 2007, 12:56pm UTC
Gorgeous place, fantastic photographs Bob! You are indeed Blessed with Place.
Layla Morgan Wilde Oct 23, 2007, 1:56pm UTC
Beautiful words and images. I can understand the distraction from other work ;-)
Melinda ~choosing happiness~ S. Oct 23, 2007, 3:00pm UTC
what a beautriful crust- lovely indeed!
j - Frugal Mom - r. Oct 23, 2007, 3:31pm UTC
" Live close to nature

In all it's seasons and

Solitude will be your friend. "

This is so true, and I wish I lived closer....


Your photos are beautiful, it must be amazing to live in such a beautiful place so close to nature.

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Marge H. Oct 23, 2007, 5:43pm UTC
I'd never get anything done if I lived there. The views are too beautifully distracting.
elizabeth evans Oct 23, 2007, 7:43pm UTC
I am indeed Blessed, faith....but it did take a lot of hard work rebuilding after the fire. To think it was only 5 years ago this crust of earth was stripped clean....just bare sand.
elizabeth evans Oct 23, 2007, 7:44pm UTC
Does lead to distractions...many things I should have done Sunday....that didn't get done till today, Layla!
elizabeth evans Oct 23, 2007, 7:45pm UTC
guyana, melinda.

Marge, do you think I get much done? LOL!
elizabeth evans Oct 23, 2007, 7:46pm UTC
Thank you jr. for dropping on by this evening.
Marco P. Oct 23, 2007, 9:29pm UTC
great colors and the reflective ones are my favorite
Marianne R. Oct 23, 2007, 9:43pm UTC
Beautiful photos. What a pretty place. Congrats on being selected in today's top 5!
Sandra T. Oct 23, 2007, 9:48pm UTC
Congrats on being in the top five for today! With all the gorgeous photos I see why you were picked! Great job!
Jo C. Oct 23, 2007, 9:51pm UTC
That is truly a little piece of Eden on earth!
Vivian P. Oct 23, 2007, 11:18pm UTC
beautiful photos
Beverly T. Oct 23, 2007, 11:35pm UTC
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Amanda C. Oct 24, 2007, 4:48am UTC
Lovely poem, and beautiful images!
Thank you for sharing them with us!
elizabeth evans Oct 24, 2007, 5:30am UTC
Love reflections, Marco!
elizabeth evans Oct 24, 2007, 5:32am UTC
Guyana, Mariannes...both the K and the R.....glad that you could stop by my little "crust of earth".
elizabeth evans Oct 24, 2007, 5:56am UTC
guyana Amanda for dropping by this morning.

Thanks Beverly and Vivian for stopping by.
elizabeth evans Oct 24, 2007, 5:57am UTC
Never thought it being a little piece of Eden....no apple trees! Lol!
j - Frugal Mom - r. Oct 24, 2007, 8:21am UTC
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Marilyn (PaintsOnSlate) S. Oct 24, 2007, 8:25am UTC
Your crust of the earth is lovely thanks for sharing and congrats on the best of the day.
Brenda (square peg in a round hole) H. Oct 24, 2007, 8:27am UTC
Absolutely beautiful!
Bundy P Oct 24, 2007, 8:41am UTC
Gorgeous - what a beautiful home and surroundings!
Dan R. Oct 24, 2007, 11:06am UTC
Such a beautiful place!
Well written article!
Lisa (I love loons) C. Oct 24, 2007, 12:16pm UTC
What a gorgeous place to call home! It reminds me of my place on our Island in Canada. Isn't it nice to have water around you. It seems to relax me to no end... that is where I found my love for loons also. You did a great job on your essay. Your pictures are exquisite. Fantastic job!!! Just fantastic!
Jim Cherry Oct 24, 2007, 1:38pm UTC
Are those leaves on the water in the shot?
Very nice job.
Donald M. Oct 24, 2007, 4:20pm UTC
I love that house. I live in the country, and also enjoy the solitude of mother nature. But the house really drew my attention. The cold hard lines of modern houses dont do much for me. But ones like this with some class and distinction, pull my interest.
Elaine M. Oct 24, 2007, 7:17pm UTC
Your own crust of earth is simply lovely, as are you photographs and your words. Well done!
elizabeth evans Oct 25, 2007, 5:43am UTC
Guyana jr for choosing "My Crust of Earth" as one the the five top articles.

Thanks Marilyn and Brenda for stopping by...pull up a deck chair and make yourself at home.
elizabeth evans Oct 25, 2007, 5:44am UTC
Thanks Bundy and Jim R.....coffee is on the stove...make yourself at home and wile away your time with me.
elizabeth evans Oct 25, 2007, 5:47am UTC
Thanks Lisa...living close to nature has taught me immeasurable truths. Love loons, though they don't grace our pond.
elizabeth evans Oct 25, 2007, 5:49am UTC
Jim, the leaves are in the water. Cooper's Pond is spring-fed and is so clear that you can see the bottom.
elizabeth evans Oct 25, 2007, 5:50am UTC
Thanks Reena for stopping by.
elizabeth evans Oct 25, 2007, 5:55am UTC
Donald, it took some work and alot of thought when designing this house after the fire. As a family we wrote down all our ideas as to what a home would look like and then we talked to an architect who had read about our fire and offered his services. Together we came up with this model...which when built, fit this "crust of earth" perfectly. The large windows provide a view to the outside world....but damn, they do require some work when washing! 34 windows!!!!
elizabeth evans Oct 25, 2007, 5:55am UTC
guyana, elaine.
Duckie 1 Oct 25, 2007, 12:05pm UTC
I love your piece of earth!

You make me realize why I so love the seasons. Fall is my favorite season... Until the others comes around in their own time.

Beautiful photo essay, Bob... thanks for sharing!
Trish A. Oct 25, 2007, 1:07pm UTC
You have shared a collection of beautiful images and words. It must be difficult to leave.
Wilma M. Oct 26, 2007, 1:16am UTC
I cannot begin to imagine living in such beautiful surroundings! I would so love to live near water like your little pond. A beautiful photo journey through your crust of the earth.

My crust looks a bit more crusty!
Nan G. Nov 6, 2007, 12:24pm UTC
Elizabeth, thank you for your writing and photos. You live in a very beautiful part of the world.

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