conundrum

artwork courtesy of etsy.com

while i munch on spicy conundrum cheese

and crunchy enigma crackers

the clouds somersault through the sky

and will do so 

till night leans on day 

making her succumb to his dark powers

the wind kisses my cheek

the ocean plays with my feet

luring my soul into submission

and suddenly solving the conundrums of the world

seems like a chore for anyone else but me

Reviews

[Annette Pisano-Higley]

Beautiful image and poem Lydi! Absolutely yes, “Conundrums” and “enigmas” float away like overcast clouds when the delightful seashore heals us. Your metaphors appeal to all the senses, as does your playful personification. Aaahh yes- 1-2-3-Breathe! Funny how the bad air just disappears....Brava my friend! Xo

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you, Annette. I know you understand the hypnotic healing of the sea air and warmth of the sun. Lydi**

[Sami Khalil]

Escapism lives even in hopes and desires. When fantasy rules the day, love rules the night. You bring harmony of all in your words and paintings in the grand dance of imagery.

[Lydia Shutter]

Sami, I so appreciate your wonderful reviews. Thank you, my friend. Lydi**

[Sami Khalil]

You are welcome muchly...

[Neville]

what a wonderful way you have with words Lydi** I can near feel both the wind and the waves you weave so well into your Conundrum..

Neville

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you very much, Neville. Lydi**

[Einstein Noodle]

i love this Lydia .. my cup of tea .. every line strong and inviting to the next .. "....conundrum cheese" and "...enigma crackers" ... makes for a light hearted investigation of the "All" perhaps ... somersaulting clouds!! c'mon ...simply brilliant says i ... suffice it to say i gush over every line and the setting scene and image are crystal clear ... sure enjoyed reading several times .. its one to ear mark and come back to over and over ... i don't mean to make you blush ... but i sure enjoyed this one Lyd!
E.

[Lydia Shutter]

[Einstein Noodle]

forgot to mention the "wind kisses" and ocean playing with her feet ... very sexy says i .. and classy! i see the "grey X" has stolen your remark ... :( i can't stand when that happens ;) love on ya girl!

[Lydia Shutter]

That gray X is a monster! I have no idea why it blots out reviews and answers to reviews. Just know I always appreciate you, E. Thanks so much. Lydi**

[Einstein Noodle]

[Lydia Shutter]

And now your response has been stolen!

[Einstein Noodle]

dirty rotten scoundrel >;-[ pretty much said .. i appreciate you too Lydia .. very much so :)

[Lydia Shutter]

:) We belong to a mutual admiration society! :)

[Einstein Noodle]

:) .......................

[Chris Shaw]

We all need to escape from our troubles. I can think of no place better than a beach, where your mind can drift across the horizon to pastures new while the gentle waves kiss your toes. Lovely write dear Lydi** and a perfect image posted to accompany your thoughts here..

Chris

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you, Christine. When life is a bit crazy, the beach is the place that calms me. I appreciate your review. Lydi**

[Miss Sharon]

Beautifully written in magical Lidia style! Always a joy to read your words my friend. ~Sharon

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks very much, Sharon. Lydi**

[Carolynn]

I’d leave all the conundrums behind for a few nibbles of those cheese and crackers on a fabulous beach with the wind licking my hair and the sun scorching my skin :) oh take me there now!

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks so much, Carolynn. I live in South Florida so we have pretty good weather all the time. Lydi**

[Carolynn]

Lucky you - I’m currently staring at snow on the roof tops here :(

[Lydia Shutter]

Stay warm!

[jacob erin-cilberto]

perplexity is life...and it dares us to figure it out.
i love the pic with this one...because I automatically am drawn to imagine exactly what the woman is looking at, and what she is thinking...
well done...maybe she is watching that cruise ship come into port. And thinking of getting away. Having her problems minimized.
j.

[Lydia Shutter]

But of course she is, Jacob! :) Actually took a walk on the beach this afternoon....I needed it. Thanks for the review. Lydi**