Weekly Photo Challenge: Free Spirit
Every man and woman seeks to break free from any form of bondage. May it be unhappiness, misery, a rigid suffocating life, pain, anguish, suffering, loneliness, never-ending debts, heartaches, frustration, inability to let go, sins and weaknesses, of being stuck in a drowning situation that everyday, we find ourselves gasping for air.
To break free from all these takes time and effort but in the end, it’s worth every ounce of sacrifice. To have an inner spirit that is totally free is worth any riches, power or prestige in this world.
What “Free Spirit” Means To Me
Taking a plunge and just going for my dreams. Dreams that I always had in my heart but long set aside because I followed the dreams others told me was better for me. Dreams that I hope will bring meaning , peace and happiness in my life and that of my family.
Running with absolute freedom with nothing to hold me back. Heading towards places of adventures and discovery. Places where I can just be myself with the people I love.
Being lost in a beautiful moment where my heart is just bursting with joy. A moment where time stops and all worries drifts away. Moments that I hope and pray will last forever.
Finding solitude and peace. Having a state of mind where everything is calm that no stress or worldly concerns can ever stir. A heart at peace and content knowing all that he could ever want and long for is in front of him. A soul at rest, knowing he forgave and moved on as well as being forgiven for his past mistakes.
Finally, a “free spirit” to me is being able to soar above my human frailties and embrace the faith that I was born with. A faith that will guide me back towards a path of light and goodness.
Thank you for sharing your day with me. I hope you enjoyed my version of the Weekly Photo Challenge called Free Spirit. May this post inspire you to embrace the “free spirit” in you. A free spirit that will take you to places you always dreamed about and towards people your heart always yearned for.
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A lovely, heart warming post as always
Thanks Madhu. Family warms the heart.
What a great and positive post, as usual. Your writing and photos never cease to inspire me. Have a wonderful day.
Thank you. The free spirit in all of us serves to inspire us everyday!
This is so inspiring and beatiful. Thank you for sharing your feelings
Thanks my friend. Images helps us remember what moves us.
A lovely post of your interpretation of a free spirit… love it… I’ve just commented on another post of the free spirit theme, that I am either of free spirit or an idiot… having given up my employment at the age that I am (sixties) to see if a computer program I developed that is being encode will look after me for the rest of my years… so far the interest from all over the world is encouraging.. and hopefully it will enable me to retire and follow my dreams of travel and photography… is that being of free spirit and faith … or an idiot..???
My friend, that is the voice of a man with a great free spirit and faith…and a dream that will take places. I wish you all the best… I can already picture you travelling and making the most amazing photos.
I knew your photos for free spirit would be good!
Thanks Gilly. The freedom to be ourselves is a priceless gift!
You are a Spirit of Mystery…I would love to learn more about you earlier life..Any Chance?
Hmm…to be honest, my earlier life was more exciting and filled with adventure. Back in those days, I don’t have much responsibilities and I go and explore where my curious feet takes me. Unfortunately, no digital images at that time and I was not into computer nor writing. Thanks.
Love the first shot!
Thanks Jennifer. My son love swimming . Lately he’s into diving and making huge splashes.
Great post and photos as usual. Have a great day
Thank you Gelai.
It is lovely how you get inspired from your family every time! All those lovely words and pictures make smile every time!
Thanks Ioanna. Whenever I make this posts, I am reliving the beautiful moments that I have with them and I think we should always remember our reasons for smiling.
These words –
Running with absolute freedom with nothing to hold me back -
resonate flying like a free spirit. Encouraging words to add to the free spirited photos.
Blessings ….
Thanks Isadora. One of my dreams, to run with joyful, peaceful freedom with nothing to hold me back. I think it’s a beautiful dream for all of us.
You capture your son’s free spirit so beautifully, that it may fly forever!
Thanks Patti, I think children are the best example of having a pure free spirit. When they are happy, they are 100% happy from within.
always a fan of your writing.. your words are like lyrics to a wonderful melody.. very nice post, i wish i could write as good as you.
Love that, “your words are like lyrics to a wonderful melody…” Poetic, thoughtful, inspiring. Thanks.
because i’m envious of the way you write.. nice talaga my friend
We have to allow ourselves to be free from all our own biases and heartaches over what’s past. It’s hard to do but we need to have the courage to get beyond all the ugliness. It’s the only way for us to be free. Thank you for a great post.
That is right my friend. I agree totally. Everyday is a new day to learn to overcome what holds us back.
Beautiful set of pictures to interpret the theme… love them thanks for sharing..;)
Thanks Cobbie. These images reminds me why I should embrace the inner freee spirit in me.
Lovely.
Thanks.
Hi island traveler, great moving pictures, thank you for sharing them, how blessed are you are, how blessed is your son.
To be set free we need to know the one who sets us free so we can soar, as a devoted Dad like Ron, I thought you might like to see the Power point I did for Fathers, there is a Letter for you in the sound Track, hope it gives you wings to fly.
Blog Post – http://freedomborn.wordpress.com/2012/09/02/our-fathers-love-letter/
Christian Love from both of us – Anne
Thanks Anne. What a beautiful power point presentation. Yes, it inspired me to spread my wings and fly….and soar as high as I can. God bless you and Ron.
Great work Bro, your photography shines for this week theme Free Spirit ,Thanks for sharing
Thanks Jake. Family inspires us everyday.
Great post for this week’s theme. I love the first and last shots!
Great post for this week’s theme. I love the first and last shots!
Thank you Cher. I’m glad you like them. They were images of great memories.
What more can be said than what everyone above has said?!!! great and beautiful post, and oh so very true! some of us are lucky to have that soaring free spirit, and hopefully others might follow that lead! you’re a great leader of smiling and positive spirits! z
Thanks Z. Your are one of those that I admire when it comes to a true, adventurous free spirit!
wonderful and insightful description of the free spirits we are all created to be. thanks and have a fabulous day!
Thanks Kate. We all should celebrate the free spirit in us.
You are setting such a wonderful example and path for your son! We must work sometimes to free our spirits, but we can do it! Hope you’re having a restful and fun weekend.
Thanks Angeline . Being a father has so many challenges. I just pray that somehow I will be a good father and a husband. I have my shortcomings but I hope I get better everyday.
Always a heartfelt commentary from you, and always a joy to read and view.
Thanks my friend. It is a joy to hear from you.
Love that shot of him jumping into the pool!
Yep, that’s my favorite. Just total freedom and excitement in the moment. Thanks.
I think you’re well on your way to being that free spirit you describe. Love that leaping shot especially.
Thanks Jo. That was my favorite too. I was like , “wow, wish everyday I can feel that way!”
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Finding solitude and peace. Ahhhhh, yes. Lovely post, Mr. B.
Thanks my friend. We all need a piece of peace and solitude….
The pictures are amazing, and your words are truly inspired and anointed. They really encouraged me tonight. I pray that ALL of your dreams come true.
Thanks Sandra. Prayers are powerful and I am really thankful of such generous thoughts. God bless.
You always are encouraging and inspiring. It’s perfect that you feature your son’s free spirit. I think they are the epitome of geniune free spirit.
Thanks Bro. Yes, my son and all the kids in the world are the truest symbol of pure free spirit.
What a beautiful and loving way to express the free spirit! The last picture is very cool!
Thank you. Every image is a reminder of a happy event with my family. Something I’m grateful everyday.
I love this post so much! All the pictures are lovely, but my favorite is the black and white one of your son preparing to fly into the water. While in college I was blessed with the opportunity to intern in Alaska. My dad (who passed away 2 and a half yrs.ago) came to visit me and he was asked how he felt about letting his daughter go so far away. His response was corny as was his nature,
but classic and one I’ll never forget. “We, as parents have done all we can to give our children wings. Now it’s time to let them fly!” I see you cultivating this very confidence and freedom (with fatherly wisdom of course) into your son. I desire to encourage my daughter in this way as well. I pray that her joy and love for life will never be hindered.
http://lifeofministermom.wordpress.com/2012/09/01/weekly-photo-challenge-free-spirit/
God bless you and your family!
Patricia
Thanks Patricia. Always an inspiration to hear from you. Your great love for your God and family is always written and expressed beautifully in every post that you make. I truly enjoy your entry. The joy in your heart, your affection for your daughter and husband, a pure revelation of a wonderful soul. God bless you and your family.
As always, very thoughtful bro! I could relate to each word. I too live my life like free birds. I do not much care what others think or say; what maters to me the most is what I enjoy and if my enjoyment is hurting someone else. If not, then why to worry!
Have a great week bro!
Thanks Bro. I am a fan of your free spirit and great admiration for nature and people with a rich heart. I wish you a blessed and wonderful day, always.
You have captured Free Spirit beautifully through words and pictures. I love your post!
Thanks you my friend.Life has so much to offer each day. All we need is to capture them on camera and in our hearts.
Very nice, once again!
Thank you.
Very nice post…good shots.
Thanks. Memories of fun , happy times.
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Those photos perfectly captured free spirit!!
Thanks Tammy. The free spirit in all of us needs to be expressed and shared.
Love the first shot.
Thanks Dee.
It is always a joy to read your thoughts…thank you!!
Thanks Sunshine. Joy is knowing that at the end of the day, we will go home to a family that we feel totally free to be ourselves.
Amen!!
I enjoyed your post on free spirit. You soared through your post and it was a joy to see and read.
BE ENCOURAGED! BE BLESSED!
Thanks. Family and their love makes us soar to places we never dreamed possible.
I love your free spirit post! So Inspiring….beautiful….showing the love of your family….the love and pride you have for your son, and sharing stories about being a free spirit. You have such a way with words (I know I’ve said it before! But it bears repeating!) You know just the words to say to inspire us and to show the love you share with all of us. Your photos are marvelous as always. Your B&W images are fabulous. Nice post!
oops! Meant to say: thanks for mentioning my post!
Wonderful combination of words and images! (and so glad to hear I am not the only one who is finding increasing queasiness with heights as I grow older!)
Thank you. This moments are what keeps me going.
Oops, meant to put the prior comment on the previous post, as I was enjoying both of them!!
Thanks Judy. Sometimes, when I look at this pictures and remember how beautiful and happy the moment was, I am filled with great inspiration to be thankful and this is my way to thank God for all that he is given me. Sharing the good things in our lives is a way to be thankful for our blessings.
Gorgeous post as always and wow!!!! Look at all your likes! You are a gifted writer!
Thanks. I appreciate all the blessings and friendship.
I can definitely feel the joy in the spirit of these photos. Thanks for enjoying my Free Spirit post and for following my blog. Glad I found another bright spot on the web here!
Thanks. Same here. It’s always fun to find a gem in this blogging world.
Beautiful words and photos… Let Freedom Reign!
Yes, let freedom and reign and resonate across the globe. Thanks.
BTW, the link you added on the DP page is broken…
If we free our spirits, every miracle will be possible.