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The Gifts of Morning

The Gifts of Morning:
Sun rippling across the sea,
calling me to rise.

© Christine Valters Paintner at Abbey of the Arts:
Transformative Living through Contemplative & Expressive Arts

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One Response

  1. That’s spellbinding, Christine! Love them.

    I must check the Photograph Party. I love to look at your pictures…just seem to have no motivation to learn more. Guess for now I will be the onlooker!