Out of chaos, find simplicity. From discord, find harmony. – Bruce Lee
As the coronavirus pandemic spreads and intensifies, many of us around the world are spending a lot of time at home, following governmental regulations to shelter in place. More and more of us feel like we’re returning to a simpler time–cooking our own meals, playing board games, reading (and re-reading) the classics, cleaning the house, and taking up hobbies like knitting, sewing, and gardening. For me, this time also highlights the value of simplicity.
This week, for Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #91, we’re getting back to basics. Show us what simplicity means to you.
Is it stepping back to a time when luxuries were scarce and people were content with less?
The Slaves’ Chapel, Middleton Plantation, Charleston, S.C.
Is simplicity found in nature?
https://www.dropbox.com/s/um5fje3jxd28at6/Sailing%20Simplicity%20copy.jpg?dl=0
Is it a quiet walk along the seashore?
https://www.dropbox.com/s/09spz0gk3fuh0p6/Winter%20Walk%20Ogunquit%20Beach%20copy.jpg?dl=0
Is it spending time in the garden and stopping to admire the first bunch of crocuses?
https://www.dropbox.com/s/mu6sg85n71lbfp6/First%20Glimpse%20of%20Spring%20copy.jpg?dl=0
Is it a simple cup of tea and time for reflection?
Favorite Teacup, Notebook and Pencil.
We’re looking forward to seeing your creative and unique interpretations of “Simplicity” this week. Thanks, as always, for joining us and continuing our creative dialog. Through our wonderful, dynamic online community, we can continue to support and reassure each other that we are not alone in this unsettling and often anxious time.
If you join us, include a link to this challenge post and use the “Lens-Artists” tag so we can find your post in the Reader. Please be sure to follow the safe distancing guidelines in your area when you’re photographing during the coronavirus pandemic. Better yet, post images from your archives.
Last week, Tina asked us to share our images which convey distance, as well as the creative ways we’ve found to connect with others at a distance during the pandemic. Your posts were thoughtful, inspiring, and creative, as always.
Have You Seen These?
- Anne of Horse Addict has found a surprising benefit of social distancing.
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Lola of Simply Beautiful is new to the challenge and shares some wise words on distancing and a beautiful photo.
- Lisa of Peace of Life Today explores “distance” with thoughtful quotes and beautiful pictures
- Viveka of My Guilty Pleasures shares some gorgeous images of the moon at a distance.
We’re also delighted to announce that next week’s challenge will be led by our next guest host–John Steiner of Journeys with Johnbo. Welcome, John! We’re excited that you’re joining us. Please stop by and visit John’s site next Saturday at noon.
Here’s our schedule for the rest of April:
- April 11: # 92 John Steiner of Journeys with Johnbo.
- April 18: # 93 Ann Christine of Leya
- April 25: # 94: Amy of The World is a Book
Once again, my closing words for this week are: stay well, stay safe, and keep creating!
Categories: Lens-Artists Photo Challenge, Photography
Wow. Beautiful photos! What a surprise. (Not.) The challenge is on! (Coffee is my cup of tea. Calm?! THIS IS CALM!!!) 🙂 🙂
You are funny, John. I love it!! I’m ready. Coffee and what else?? Um….we’ll see.
P.S. I only drink coffee as a medium in which to put creamer and sweetners. I can’t stand it otherwise. 🙂
👌😊
Here is my take on a simple life: https://chava61photography.photo.blog/2020/04/04/lens-artists-photo-challenge-91-simplicity/
A beautiful shot of the desert, Chava.
Wonderful theme for the challenge in this time of Covid! The photo of the slave’s chapel is so striking. It really made an impression on me. All the photos are lovely Patti . Thanks for this challenge.
You’re very welcome, Anne. I’m so glad you like the shots! I loved the plantation and the insights into the slaves’ lives. Thanks, again!
Wonderful theme and photo choices for recent situation Patti.
Thank you, Rupali. I was hoping it would be topical/relevant for everyone right now. I hope you join us!
Love the peace of that bay, with just one boat, Patti. 🙂 🙂 Life seems complicated enough in its own way, right now. Shopping has become an unpleasant chore (we don’t have large stores which deliver here) and while I’m happy to self isolate it breaks my heart to be forbidden to walk on our beaches. Had I seen this earlier I could have linked to my beautiful lilies, flourishing on my patio. As you say… simple things! Take care, darlin!
So true, Jo. Even “simple” things like grocery shopping are complicated right now. I am sure it hurts not to be able to walk on your beautiful beaches. I am hoping you can go back soon, Jo. But in the meantime, I’m glad you’re staying safe. Be well!
Thanks darlin 🤗💕
I so understand this Jo. We’re banned from the beaches unless they are within walking distance and I am so missing the feeling of sand between my toes.
I can walk to one, Su, but I’m still not allowed to walk on it. 🙁 Life, hey?
Crazy times! Hope you’re well 🙂
Simplicity is a horse with no name: https://photographyocd.com/2020/04/02/the-horse-is-out-of-the-barn/
And it’s a beautiful horse and image, too.
Marvellous set of Simple… I am endeavouring to create fairly minimalistic Still Lifes at present….some of them may be seen again here! I’ll see what I can come up with for this challenge, Patti
That’s a great idea, Sue. I’d like to make a few still life images, too. And thanks for your kind words about the photos. Be well!
I’m aiming to stay well….. You take care
Thanks, Sue.
This time certainly highlights the value of simplicity. These beautiful photos express the value of simplicity and peacefulness perfectly. A great theme, Patti.
Thank you so much, Amy. I’m delighted to hear that! I think I’m craving these peaceful moments right now.
Love the lonely sail boat amidst the hanging clouds.
Thank you, Alisa! I was so happy we captured that moment. It’s a gorgeous view in Vancouver, B.C. I hope you join us!
Lovely images as always
Thank you, MM! I’m delighted to hear that!! I hope you’re well and safe.
Thank you Patti we are all good. Stay safe and well too
Great. Thanks.
Thanks for another great challenge and beautiful images. It’s times like this we come to appreciate the simple things. I love the colors of the crocuses.
Thank you, Beth! I love these crocuses. We pass them every day on our walk. Next…daffodils. I hope all’s well with you.
A wonderful topic to get peoples’ creative juices going.
Love that solitary sailboat, Patti!
Thank you so much, Sandy. It was a beautiful spot in Vancouver, B.C. I’m looking forward to your post! (hint, hint)
You are most welcome!
Beautiful photographs. We are back to the basics, indeed. https://amaltaas.wordpress.com/2020/04/04/lens-artists-photo-challenge-91-simplicity
Stay safe and keep challenging us.
Hi, Indira. Thanks! I’m delighted you joined the challenge this week. We’re happy to keep the challenges going! I appreciate your kind words.
Welcome, dear.
I love the sailboat but I also like all the other shots. I have a cup that looks identical in shape and construction, but it’s a deep blue and says “Never underestimate a well-read woman.” My parents gave it to me for Christmas a few years ago.
janet
Hi, Janet. Thank you about the shots. I love that your cup. I’d definitely be proud to drink from it!
Great idea for this week Patti…the sailboat shot is a winner 🙂
Thank you so much, Andy! My son and I saw that peaceful scene on our last visit to Vancouver on a beautiful day. I’m glad you like it, too.
You’ve a nice presence of simplicity in these shots. Rather easy on the eyes and all well-composed.
Here’s mine for this week:
https://stupidityhole.wordpress.com/2020/04/05/sunset-shots/
Thank you so much, SH! I’m glad to hear that. I’ll take a look at your post next. I’m glad you joined us!
Great topic this week! Very nice images, as well.
Answering your question, if when this is over, we will return to a life where we content with less..
I do not know, now it seems that we all accept simplicity and that is good, it would be crazy if not. Maybe I am pessimistic, but I do not trust society, it may be that now we, as individuals are able to see the important but will remember? Can we deal with politicians and those hidden powers that manage our existence at will? Have they seen the need to simplicity and appreciate the truly important?
Stay safe and well 🙂
Hi, Ana. I’m a weird mixture of an optimist and a realist!! I fear true change will happen among us ordinary folks, but it won’t happen among those in power–unless more of them get sick. How sad is that!! That’s a great question, Ana. I’m so glad you shared your answer!
Fantastic shots, Patti 😃 Love the clouds in the lake pic 😃 Here’s mine: https://jezbraithwaite.blog/2020/04/05/simple-elegance-lens-artists-photo-challenge-91/
Thanks, Jez. Glad you joined us! I’ll take a look at your post next.
I love this theme, thank you, and have enjoyed sharing my thoughts and photos on simplicity in these troubled times
That’s wonderful, Suzy. I’m glad you’ve joined us! I’ll take a look at your site next.
All wonderful photos this week, Patti. The crocuses brought a smile to my face and some peace to my simple soul. Hope you are well.
Thank you so much! The crocuses are really happy little flowers, aren’t they? I’m so glad you enjoyed them too. Take care and be well, too!
thank you – I really enjoyed this theme – you gave me a lot to think about in reviewing some of my simpler photos – your ‘still life’ is especially evocative though the boat and clouds has such impact!
Hi, Laura. Thank you! I’m delighted you enjoyed the theme. I’d like to do more still life shots over the next few weeks. Thanks for the encouragement! I’ll look at your post next. Stay well and be well!
Now is a good life for still life interiors – it speaks of the times we are in 😉
True, Laura. Thanks for the inspiration!
Coffee person here and was I happy to see most people in the UK still prefer tea 🙂 Beautiful post.
Here is mine:
https://photographias.wordpress.com/2020/04/05/lens-artists-challenge-simplicity/
Hi, Sofia. I’m a bit of a rebel here in the USA for preferring tea…and British/Irish tea, too!! No Tetley or Lipton for me!! Thanks for your kind words, too. I’m glad you joined us.
A beautiful post Patti, and a positive look at some of the benefits of our stay-at-home challenge/opportunity. I thought your boat and beach images were quite beautiful this week! Stay well!
Thank you, Tina. I’m trying to find a bit of sunshine amidst the gloominess. There’s always both…somewhere! Stay well and be well, too.
Mumtaz! (‘Excellent’ in Arabic!)
Great, MB. Thanks so much! I love that word in any language. 😊😊
Beautiful images Patti and a very fitting choice for this week. My contribution for this lovely challenge celebrates the simple beauty in nature around us: https://tranature.com/2020/04/05/silent-sunday-simple-beauty/
Thank you, Xenia! It’s great to hear from you. I hope you and your family are well and staying safe. I am not surprised you’re celebrating the simple beauty of nature. 😊😊
Thank you dear Patti, we’re all doing the best we can whilst in lockdown and enjoying the simple things in life. Hope you and yours are safe and healthy too 😊 xxx
Thanks so much, Xenia.
A good word for the challenge this week! I liked the crocus picture. They symbolize spring and a new beginning.
Here is my contribution about a simple act of kindness long ago. https://bendbranches.com/2020/04/05/the-choctaws-simple-act-of-kindness-lapc/
I was very moved by your post, Siobhan. Let’s hope these “simple” acts of kindness continue throughout our current struggle. Thanks for joining us and posting such a moving story.
Thank you, Patti.
Thank you for hosting this week’s challenge Patti. I love simple. One of my favorite vacation spots was a cabin in the wood in Montana with no internet, no phone and the occasional howl of a wolf. My own contribution is linked below…
https://lifeinmyyears.com/2020/04/05/lens-artists-photo-challenge-91-simplicity/
Your post was marvelous, Paulie. I enjoyed it completely. Thanks so much for joining us. Your images of your dogs, the countryside, and your father will linger with me.
quite walk anywhere anytime.
Hi, Perpetua. I agree. That’s a great way to define simplicity. Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us.
My wife and I are surely living a simpler life right now (along with much of the world.) I can’t help but wonder if, when this world crisis is behind us, many of us will adopt some of those simpler practices we learned during our stay at home.
I am looking forward to sharing my challenge topic with the group next week.
I am hoping we will adopt some of these “simple” practices, too. I feel like I’ve stepped back in time when I see so many people out walking and in their yards gardening and cooking at home. We’re looking forward to you being our next guest host, too!
Hi, Xine. I enjoyed your post! Welcome to the challenge. Did you want us to comment on your post? The comments were turned off. We typically comment on as many posts as possible. Once again–Welcome to the challenge!
A great theme, Patti, wonderfully beautiful and simple life and things portrayed. You really show a variety of simplicity, and inspired me to find what I, deep inside, mean by Simplicity. There will be many interesting entries, I am sure!
Your post is gorgeous, Ann-Christine. I’m delighted the theme inspired you! I am enjoying the entries. There’s a great variety of responses, which is always wonderful.
I will take a closer look tonight!
These are all beautiful images Patti, but it is the chapel that really speaks to me — though I’m not at all a spiritual person.
The theme is perfect for these times, as so many of us are reflecting on what really matters to us.
Hi, Su. Thank you! I was very moved by the chapel, and the sparseness of the slaves quarters. There was a lingering sadness about the place that “spoke” to me, too. I’m glad it “spoke” to you, too. I always appreciate your thoughts! Thanks!
I love the stark simplicity the chapel at Middleton, Patti. Beautiful series of images. I hope you and your family stay safe and healthy. 💙
Thank you, Jane! The same is true for you and your family. Isn’t that chapel so beautiful in its simplicity? I was really struck by the plantation and the sadness of the slaves’ quarters. Be well and be safe!
beautiful images of simplicity, Patti, especially the chapel. thank you for the inspiration. here is my share: https://lolawi.blog/2020/04/06/simplicity-3/
Hi, Lola. Thank you! The chapel was stunning in its simplicity. I’m delighted you joined us!
Very cool theme. Loving all the guest hosts recently!
Hi, Mei-Mei. I’m so glad you like the guest hosts idea. We are excited to incorporate “new voices” into our challenges. And I’m glad you like the theme! I hope all’s well with you.
Patti, what a stunning gallery … I can share all the simplicity in your images … but I would like a cup of coffee if possible instead of the tea. And thanks for the support … for my last week’s entry.
Hi, Vivi. OK. Coffee for you! And thanks for your kind words about the images. I enjoyed your post. I’m glad you joined us!
I love being on your playground, girls … I lost my mojo for a while, but I’m back with full force now. Patti, put the kettle on. *smile Happy Easter.
I love the opening quote – Bruce was a wise man! I think he would’ve loved your post too – the photos you chose and the words of wisdom are simply elegant and to the point. I’m not sure why my pingback didn’t work, so I’ll share the link now. Thank you for hosting this week, I hope your corner of the world is doing okay! https://www.quaintrevival.com/deep-thoughts-drive-me-to-simplicity/ Stay safe and well!
Hi, Shelley. I love Bruce’s quote, too. And thanks for your kind words about the post. Thanks for posting the link here. Sometimes the pingbacks don’t work. We have no idea why! I hope you’re well and stay well.
Hi Patti! You’re welcome. Thank you for the opportunity to play along and the warm welcome to share links. WordPress can make things challenging at times! I hope you’re staying well too!
Hello again Patti, Eivor and Pearl’s contribution for this week’s beautiful challenge is a celebration of the simple joys in life: https://whippetwisdom.com/2020/04/06/tanka-radiant-spirits/
I love your dogs’ simple joy of running on the beach. Wonderful post, Xenia!
Thank you kindly dear Patti xxx
Hey Patti!! Hope all is well in your neck of the woods!! Here is my contribution for this weeks challenge. Not sure about the photo part of it, but it was fun to write!
https://i-choosethis.com/2020/04/06/lens-artists-photo-challenge-91-simplicity/
Wonderful post, Pam! I enjoyed your description of your life these days. Stay well and stay safe!
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Good morning, Patti, and all Lens Artists. Here’s my contribution for the week:
https://sustainabilitea.wordpress.com/2020/04/06/lens-artists-photo-challenge-91-simplicity/
Stay well!
janet
Hi, Janet. Good morning to you, too! I loved your shot. Thanks for joining us. Be well!
Thanks, Patti. You, too.
Patti, your photos are absolutely fabulous for this week. I’m attracted to your last photo. 😀
Here is my entry. Stay safe, healthy and happy.
https://ceenphotography.com/2020/04/06/lens-artists-photo-91-simplicity/
Hi, Cee. Thank you so much! I shot the still life in Florence. Glad you like it! And thanks for joining us, too.
hi patti, great and interesting pictures especially the 1st and 2nd, here are my pictures for this week,https://wp.me/p2AvI7-3rx.
many greetings robert
Thank you, Robert! I loved the simplicity of the church. Glad you did too! Hope you are well.
Simplicity is all! Love the theme: https://anthropologist.wordpress.com/2020/04/06/lens-artists-photo-challenge-91-simplicity/
Hi, Marianne. Thank you! I’m glad this theme “spoke” to you. I enjoyed your “vision” of your day in London.
Moin Moin from Hamburg! I also like to contribute to the current challenge.
Here is my link:
https://hansedeern.com/simplicity/
You show beautiful, simple photos on the topic.
Hi, Moin Moin. Welcome to the challenge! I’m glad you joined us. Thanks for your kind words about my shots. I’ll look at your post next.
upps……… Sorry ;o)
Now is the link OK.
This challenge really appealed to me, and I found I didn’t want to use my archives, as currently, simplicity is all around me: https://margaret21.com/2020/04/07/simplicity/. Your own post was a beautiful catalyst.
Wonderful, Margaret! I’m glad the theme inspired you. You’re right. Simplicity is all around us now!
Yay, I finally posted something. After losing our internet connection and several restarts here’s my contribution:
https://davidmsphotoblog.com/2020/04/07/lens-artists-photo-challenge-simplicity/
Fabulous shots, David. I’m so glad you were able to post them!
This is such a wonderful theme. Your photos are wonderful and capture the essence of simplicity. There is something about the uncluttered, clean-lined, and central focus of the slaves’ chapel that brings me such a feeling of peace. And all forms of nature, especially shorelines, are soothing to the soul. I have done much more reflecting during this time.
Here is my contribution this week: https://bedlamanddaisies.com/its-so-simple/
Hi, Amy. I could see that this theme was right up your alley! I enjoyed your post. And yes, the slaves’ chapel was such a peaceful and beautiful place, despite the sadness of the slaves’ lives. Thanks for joining us.
The more myself, along with rest of the world, are going down on this unusual lane in our journey, the more I’m becoming convinced that both of us will not be what we used to be earlier.
Simplicity will be the new norm of our lives, which is something what we really wished for in the past but probably didn’t strived much for it.
Lovely snaps for this week, Patti. Especially the sea shore one, which has injected more fuel in my desire to head out to my local beach 🙂
Thank you so much, Hammad. I’m glad my beach shot inspired you! I think you’re right about our lives changing from this point forward. How? We’re just beginning to figure it out. Simplicity will be the key–I agree.
I am all for the simple things in life Patti. But I am one of the lucky ones who doesn’t have to keep pace any more in the mad rush we call life. My pleasures involve much of what you have written about. A walk on the beach, a visit to a garden, pottering in my own garden, reading a book, writing blog posts, cooking. Sharing conversations and photos with my family. So I had to think carefully about what simplicity actually means to me and then find some photos that portray those feelings. I hope I have succeeded.
https://wp.me/pL5Ms-5cG
Jude xx
You conveyed your ideas beautifully, Jude. Thanks so much for sharing them both in words and in pictures.
You are very welcome Patti. Thanks for hosting the challenge 😊
https://bruceferguson4.wordpress.com/2020/04/07/paschal-moon/
Thanks for joining us, Bruce! You posted a lovely shot.
Yes, great theme. Very nice photos! Stay calm & drink coffeeeee 😊☕
Or stay calm and drink teaaaaaaa. Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts, Lily. I’m glad you like the theme, too.
😊You’re welcome.
Lovely peaceful images and beautiful prompt. Since I’m writing a poem a day in April for NaPoWriMo, here is a poem about Swedes and some nature from last April when it was completely different.
https://mexcessive.photo.blog/2020/04/07/day-seven-news-l-a-simplicity/
Hi, Manja. That’s wonderful–writing for NaPoWriMo. And thanks too for sharing your simply beautiful images.
Always welcome!
The simple life just watching the world
http://bushboy.blog/2020/04/08/simplicity-3/
Beautiful images, Brian. I enjoyed them very much! Take care and stay well!
Always Patti. You look after yourself as well
Great idea for a challenge Patti. I love the pictures and the sentiment. Funny things that we are, the more we have often the more we want. A return to a simpler life might make us ‘see’ what we have.
That’s so true, Wendy. The more we have, the more we want. I’ve been simplifying my life over the past few years and find that it’s liberating. It’s also true that sometimes we have far more than we really need.
It’s all too easy to get caught up in the frenzy to buy, buy, buy something new. I look at what we’ve accumulated since moving into our house and wonder how we got there from the stripped back existence we had when we moved to the farm. 🙂
Timely theme when we all need to embrace simplicity to get through these trying times. https://odaciuk.wordpress.com/2020/04/08/transported-into-simplicity/
Very true, Olga. Simplicity will help us. I’m glad the theme resonated with you!
Of your images this week, it’s that lead one that appeals to me most. I really like that you have edited it in black and white. Mine is a scene that I walked past this week and was shot using my iPhone:https://wp.me/p2owKx-1AL
Cheers, Amy
Hi, Amy. Thank you! I thought b & w would highlight the simplicity. I’m glad you agree! I loved your peaceful scene, too.
Thanks very much!
Lovely captures! Love the pop of colours in the crocuses…Here’s mine – https://myheart2heart.blog/2020/04/08/who-knows-what-tomorrow-brings/
Thank you, H to H! I love these cheerful flowers. They’re so optimistic! And thanks for joining us this week.
Hi Patti! I was just thinking about you. I hope you and your family are well and that you’ll be able to travel again soon!
Hi Patti, I was just thinking about you. I hope you and your family are well and that you are able to travel again soon!
Hi, Jackie. I’ve been thinking of you too! All is well here. We are sheltering in place and I’m working on the new book. I’m hoping you are well and stay well!
Nice to be back for a challenge again. And such an appropriate one.
I was hoping that the day would simplify, but no. There are different things to do. Here is part of complexity of the simple life we are leading these days: https://anotherglobaleater.wordpress.com/2020/04/01/quiet-mornings/
Wonderful post, IJ. I’m so glad you joined us. Your images and the clips of the bird are wonderful!
Loved that B&W photo at the top. And that wonderfully simple photo of the tea cup: just my cuppa, so to say
Thank you, IJ. I’m glad you like my visions of “simplicity.”
Excellent depiction of simplicity.
Thank you so much, Rabirius!😊😊. I appreciate that. I hope you are well and staying safe.
Oh, my. It’s hard to imagine what life will be like on the other side of this pandemic. My optimistic voice says we will emerge chastened and be better stewards of our earth. When I read what Mr. Trump and his party are doing, I feel a sense of despair. For now, I do my bit of influencing with words and photography. As always, thank you for hosting our efforts!
https://lindylecoq.com/2020/04/08/lens-artists-photo-challenge-91-simplicity/
Hi, Lindy. You’re very welcome. Like you, I swing from optimism to pessimism. The future will probably be somewhere in the middle! Thank you, too for joining us and sharing the good!
All pictures are wonderful but the chapel is really special!
Thank you so much, Nora! 😊😊. The chapel was so peaceful and beautiful. I’m glad you agree!
These simple scenes are such beautiful images. Peaceful too. I also have a journal similar to yours – a new one I started a few weeks ago trying to wrap my head around what’s going on.
http://oneletterup.com/2020/04/09/waiting
Hi, OLU. Writing is great therapy, I find. It does help a lot to process what’s going on. And thanks too for your kind words about the shots and for joining us, too! Be well.
Beautiful shots, Patti! There is certainly something to be said for a simpler life, less cluttered with the distractions of modern-day living.
Hi, Sue. I feel like we’re re-discovering the simple joys. I hope you’re well!
Love the theme! Thanks for the challenge.
You’re very welcome, Linda. My apologies for the wrong name in my first comment!
Thank you for this challenge, Patti. I think we’re all taking pleasure in the simple things just now. I’ve been meandering through my old Africa pix:
https://tishfarrell.com/2020/04/10/some-soothing-blue/
Hi, Tish. It’s true. We’re all finding pleasure in things that once brought us pleasure many years ago. Thanks for sharing your beautiful shot.
Thanks, Patti.
Wonderful theme and photos Patti! I don’t feel well again, so I made a kind of simplistic post 😉 in the last moment:
http://www.travelways.com/life-in-newfoundland-is-simple/
Hi, Tatiana. I’m so sorry to hear you’re sick! I hope it’s not the virus and you get better very soon. I loved your shots from Newfoundland. Thanks so much for joining us.
Thank you Patti. No, it’s not the virus it’s terrible indigestion that comes quite often in the last time, with vomiting and stomach pain 🙁
A great post, Patti, and at long last here’s mine: https://suejudd.com/2020/04/10/lens-artists-photo-challenge-91-simplicity/
Hi, Sue. Hooray! You joined us. Glad you like the theme and images.
Hooray indeed!!
Hi Patti
I like all of your selections, but especially the slaves’ chapel. It exudes simplicity and one can imagine hearing voices raised in joyful harmony. Thank you and the other Lens Artists for continuing to host this special space.
Here’s my submission
https://babsjeheron.wordpress.com/2020/04/12/beautiful-great-blue-herons-simply-unretouched/
Best, Babsje
Thank you, Babsje. Glad you joined us!
You’re welcome and thanks again for the inspiration!
Here is my Simplicity #2 contribution from my GiftSmart website: http://www.giftsmart.com/grand-canyon-blue-silhouettes-best-of-minimalism-travel-photography/