I love taking pictures of doorways. I love doorways in general. They have such symbolism in our daily lives — arriving, departing, leaving our pasts behind us, entering into our futures. They suggest mysteries undiscovered and experiences unmet. The wicked imps of depression are nipping at my heels just now; I am trusting that the days to come will offer some relief and solace and help me get back to being myself. This is a doorway that has appeared in my path unexpectedly so many times, leaving me at a loss as to how to move through it every single time. I stand before the door to depression, fighting the imps that are trying to hasten me through, doing my best to kick them aside. I have made promises that keep me from succumbing, from falling through the door, from giving in. I instinctively wait it out until that doorway fades from the path before me, leaving it clear and bright. And now, I am waiting. But it is hard.
Ojo Caliente, New Mexico.
Quote of the day: “No pessimist ever discovered the secret of the stars or sailed an uncharted land, or opened a new doorway for the human spirit.” — Helen Keller
Daily gratitudes:
Helicopter seedpods
The concert on Wednesday night
That Kelsea had safe travels – it’s hard to have my little girl far away
Bed
Books
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August 9, 2014 at 7:38 am
Sabra Bowers
I love photos of doorways and windows, too. Hope you feel better soon.
August 11, 2014 at 8:47 pm
Seasweetie
Thank you, Sabra. I am feeling better now.
August 9, 2014 at 9:36 am
theminstrelscitadel
A truly beautiful photo, my friend. Red is for luck according to the Chinese way of thinking… Perhaps while you are waiting for the hazy blue one to fade away you can imagine this red one crowding it out and launching you into that bright morning… I’ll help you shift it into position if I can.
August 11, 2014 at 8:47 pm
Seasweetie
Dear minstrel, I had forgotten how much you can make me smile.
August 9, 2014 at 11:04 am
cecilia
Sending you SLAMMING thoughts, So you can Slam the door into the face of depression. You are beautiful, clever and rich with promise. Your images are extraordinary.. Run down that path and body-Slam depression in the arse ! see? SLAMMING thoughts! c
August 11, 2014 at 8:46 pm
Seasweetie
Thank you, dear Miss C. SLAMMING thoughts! I will remember that the next time the demons are creeping out of their corners.
August 9, 2014 at 3:10 pm
So Does That Mean I'm Southern
Hope you are feeling better soon. I am sure you miss Kelsea a lot.
August 11, 2014 at 8:46 pm
Seasweetie
I am feeling better. And I did miss Kelsea. She is back now, but I haven’t seen her yet, though we’ve talked, and that helps with my happiness.
August 10, 2014 at 5:27 pm
Erik le vert
Beautiful~! Doorways in Spain are also a delight.
May your depression lift shewdly without a fight. . .
August 11, 2014 at 8:44 pm
Seasweetie
Thanks, Erik. I would love to see some of your Spanish doorway shots. And my depression is lifting…
August 11, 2014 at 2:38 pm
dorannrule
This doorway is so beautiful and your prose is too. I can envision you opening the door to a flood of sunlight and smiles.
August 11, 2014 at 8:44 pm
Seasweetie
Thank you, dorann. I am feeling better.