a flower
a focus
a place to lean your eyes

for a moment

when the world is blurred brutal
consider carefully your viewpoint 

follow a flower's form
find its simple scent

in a day of temperatures rising
feel the stones strongly cool
your feet

© Alicia Grimshaw 2026

This photo was taken in Croatia. When the world’s hate feels like too much, I can always trust in nature for moments of respite. Find a flower and follow its lead.

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