Traveller with Limited Vision

Posted on November 16, 2017 by anotetohuguette

She makes her way, unafraid

a square white sign taped to her metal walker,

trusting that those who head in her direction

will honour safe passage.

Amid the roar of the rough ocean

a flock of geese fly overhead as she walks,

shuffling through nature’s discarded treasure

the warmth of the sun upon her smiling face.

We have met once or twice before

beneath dusk’s dark mantle,

down by the lagoon that isn’t lost,

watching a plush beaver kit foraging in the wet grass

leaving me forever astonished at how freely she lives,

inspiring me, reminding me, to do the same

with eyes wide open.

An autumn view of the city (Vancouver, B.C.) near Coal Harbour and Lost Lagoon.

 

 

 

About anotetohuguette

I'm currently blogging from the beautiful West Coast city of Vancouver, British Columbia - a vibrant city by the sea, surrounded by mountains and a very unique urban forest.
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39 Responses to Traveller with Limited Vision

  1. Quirky Girl says:
    November 16, 2017 at 3:25 pm

    Most people have to make a conscious effort to live freely… how ironic is that?

    Your imagery is lovely, as always. As is that stunning autumn scene!

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  2. sandraleigh108 says:
    November 16, 2017 at 5:04 pm

    Beautiful, Kim!

    I hope you are feeling better from the cold!

    xo Sandra

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  3. ugetse says:
    November 16, 2017 at 9:16 pm

    Love the phrase “ beneath dusk,s dark mantle down by lagoon that isn’t lost “. You are a real writer.

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  4. markmkane says:
    November 16, 2017 at 10:36 pm

    Kimberlee, you never cease to amaze me with your artistry of words. I’m always amazed at how you tie in nature with such vivid imagery. Just once I’d like to see how your mind unravels these experiences and transpose them onto paper with your choice of words.

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    • anotetohuguette says:
      November 17, 2017 at 1:12 pm

      I’m a lifelong reader & started to write at a very young age…I’ve always written on my travels and lately (because of the practice of posting most weeks) find inspiration all around me so have to carry a small notebook with me…thank you (always!) for leaving such lovely, thoughtful words!

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  5. paulliverstravels says:
    November 17, 2017 at 4:47 am

    I like the poem itself, but since the title came first I was confused; I thought it was about the character in the poem instead of the narrator. I eventually figured it out of course, but if I was an editor considering publishing it, I would have asked you for permission to put the title at the bottom of the poem as if the narrator was signing a letter.

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    • Shirley says:
      November 17, 2017 at 6:59 am

      Actually nothing to do with the narrator, could be about me, her Mom struggling trying to work hard to lay the metal appendage down, and be free again. We live in an area where the walker is very prevalent keeping us moving, living, and enjoying. It is about all of us, collectively, striving to be who we were.

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      • anotetohuguette says:
        November 17, 2017 at 1:39 pm

        Thank you, Mom! It’s true, in our small corner of the world, people using walkers are keeping stride with those of us who don’t…soon you’ll be walking on your own again, thank goodness you’re not afraid to seek out its help when you need to!

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    • anotetohuguette says:
      November 17, 2017 at 1:34 pm

      Hey, thank you so much for stopping by & commenting, I really appreciate your feedback…the idea that both the character and narrator could be the same person is intriguing, however, I’m not a traveller with limited vision in the literal sense but perhaps in another sense…we all wander our worlds with limited vision in one way or another, I believe!

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  6. Robin says:
    November 17, 2017 at 2:52 pm

    This is so beautiful. I love the way you painted a picture with words. Your city looks quite beautiful in the autumn. Wonderful image. 🙂

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  7. D. Wallace Peach says:
    November 17, 2017 at 4:58 pm

    Stunning, Kim. A wonderful reminder that all we have to do is open our eyes to see the beauty all around us. Beauty often is found in unexpected places. 🙂

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  8. watchingthedaisies says:
    November 18, 2017 at 12:28 am

    You certainly live with eyes wide open Kim. You share such beautiful images with your readers. Please say hello from me to your mum. 🌼

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  9. Miriam says:
    November 20, 2017 at 4:07 pm

    What inspiring imagery you weave with your lovely words. I always feel as though I’ve taken a stroll through your world when I visit you Kim. Beautiful.

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  10. thewritewomanblog says:
    November 21, 2017 at 4:59 am

    Your words create the perfect imagery as does that beautiful autumn picture.

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  11. Rachel McKee says:
    November 22, 2017 at 2:02 pm

    I feel like I’m walking with you and sharing your experience. Beautiful.

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  12. trulyunplugged says:
    November 27, 2017 at 11:34 am

    Thank you for sharing your heart and talent….I would love a whole book series!!! 🙂

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  13. michnavs says:
    November 30, 2017 at 5:22 am

    I always am in awe at how you perfectly weave together nature and poetry..your gift of words is also extraordinary..

    And the imagery..its so clear…i can see it through my mind..

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  14. Ali Grimshaw says:
    December 7, 2017 at 9:01 pm

    Great poem. I especially like the ending, “Leaving me forever astonished at how freely she lives,
    inspiring me, reminding me, to do the same with eyes wide open.” Beautifully inspiring.

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