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. Wisdom is one of the most important things in life. For without wisdom, one’s life may be essentially like an empty shell; such a life would very possibly be like a light bulb that has no illumination; it would be like a caterpillar that never changes into a true butterfly. Without wisdom, one may, indeed, lead a very comfortable life, a very financially secure, safe, and luxurious life. However, without that inner profundity (of wisdom)… such an outwardly appearing “successful” life is likely (largely) a rather cadaverous existence. Without true compassion, heartfelt awareness for all, deep insight, and non-fragmented perception… deep wisdom is not. One cannot have true wisdom if one merely fits in nicely into the indifferent edicts of society, while languidly allowing things to remain as they are. The vast disorder (of society) may seem to be overwhelming; but a little bit of pure order can have tremendous power. Changing the way one lives and being a better example is one way to act. Wisdom acts; if it doesn’t often act — if it sits around merely comfortably reacting — it isn’t wisdom. It isn’t easy to be in the minority (different from so many who hardly ever care); but not to peacefully stand up and do something against indifference, suffering, disorder, and tyranny is nonsensical.
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from Stephen Crane:
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Once I saw mountains angry,
And ranged in battle-front.
Against them stood a little man;
Aye, he was no bigger than my finger.
I laughed, and spoke to one near me,
“Will he prevail?”
“Surely,” replied this other;
“His grandfathers beat them many times.”
Then did I see much virtue in grandfathers —
At least, for the little man
Who stood against the mountains.
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Pseudo-silhouette (2) by Thomas Peace 2013
Pseudo-silhouette (1) by Thomas Peace 2013
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Pseudo-silhouette (3) by Thomas Peace 2013
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Tom's Nature-up-close Photography and Mindfulness Blog 
Beautiful photo captures, and excellent visionary words. Thanks for following my photo blog, I hope you’ll check out my other works 🙂
Thank you for liking our post Thomas, we love your blog.
Wisdom is vital in decision-making.
Thank you for visiting my blog, I like your photos here, great shot.
Keep up, have a nice day 🙂
Lovely butterfly silhouettes
Whooo!! I’m addicted to her man. I love her big time gentlemen; ever since there was nothing to name she was there with him, eversince the creation she was always the part in each and everyway. I was born she was there for me, in my mother’s she was there for me; i love her, she never disapointed me all my life. Wisdom.. Wisdom is her name… She is from Yahuah the Most High. I love her so much.
Your photos are superb.
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Check out this lovely blog.
Thanks for loking my post on Elm Drive Images.
Hi Thomas,
great blog, great photos.
You do have a different slant on events around.
Thank you for sharing.
Brian
Thank you! One sees everything differently!
new at this. Don’t know how to “comment” but I wanted to thank you for liking my post today (Hummers). I looked at your stunning photos and will read more when I make time. You might be one of the few people who could appreciate some of my insect/bug stories and pictures. My first one was
http://theseekersdungeon.com/2015/11/20/walking-with-intention-day-20-by-kathie-arcide/
There’s probably a better way to link that. Haven’t learned it yet. Thanks again for finding such close up beauty!
Thanks for the like on our Spider Plant.
Thank you for liking “Living Bridge.” Nice post! 🙂 I agree with you that wisdom is important not only to have but also to use! 🙂 I also enjoyed seeing your butterfly pseudo-silhouettes.
Lovely photos! “Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.”
Thanks for the liks on The Black Squirrel – What a Rascal.
Tom: thanks for your, like, on Peace and Quiet in the Forest.
ah ha, a kindred spirit… what wonderful insight into, well, everything.
Gud 1
Thanks for dropping in at flutesandflyingsquirrels.com and leaving a + comment! Your work is delightful, your thoughts are worth remembering. I salute you!
thanks for stopping by and liking our Monkey Business post
Marvelous perspective — in image and words!
Tom: Thanks for the like on my Male Cardinal and Black Squirrel.
Thanks for the like on my Grey Squirrel, Tom.
if I wanted to wax poetic I could liken the butterfly’s skill at working the flower to your skill at working the camera… these silhouette’s are wonderful
omg…that apostrophe is out of place! The Punctuation Police will get me for sure.
Stunning photography. And the saying that accompanies it…
Wow!! Great photos!!
Amazing crispy photos. So beautiful 🙂
What incredible images, they truly show how beautiful nature is, and your post on wisdom matches them perfectly. Thank you for visiting.
I tend to think of the word wisdom,as a noun, just as the dictionary states, but perhaps it is actually a verb. Wisdom as action. I will reflect on this today. Thanks for the thought.
Tom: Thanks for following Elm Drive Images … I appreciate it!
Tom: thanks for the like on Elm Drive Images, Crimson Colored Grass.
Thank you, Tom, for stopping by my WildSide Blog!!!! (https://lbergman1althouse.wordpress.com)
Nature is awesome and you capture quite a bit for our enjoyment as well!!
Love what you do!
best always, Linda
Tom: Thanks for the, like, on First Snow of the early winter 2015.
Tom: Thank you for the, like, on Elm Drive Images…Muffin resting in the Morning Sun.
stunning photography and deeply felt writing, rich in wisdom and warmth
gorgeous photography and wisdom so richly embedded in the blog
Tom: Thanks for the like on To Does Foraging. We’re fortunate to have the Nature Center in our own home town. It is a large area for deer and turkeys.
Nice photos. Thanks for following my blog.
Beautiful pictures..! Great shots..! 🍁
Tom, thanks for visiting my blog, explorationsinplace. I love your idea of combining mindfulness and photography. I practice mindfulness myself and try to incorporate it into every part of my life. I wish I could get my dogs to try it!
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Wonderful words of Wisdom and beautiful photos,
Your blog has a beautiful spirit!
Wisdom and photography of beautiful nature – a winning combination!
Wow, a lovely and moving piece of writing – your perceptions match my own in countless ways and I am always grateful to read what another teacher has to say – at 70 – the subject of wisdom leaves me asking what I have learned….
Such wonderful pictures and wise words. I agree and I think wisdom seems to come from being able to step back from our own perception and evaluate and emphasise with the wider world around us.
Meaningful visuals and thought provoking words. You gave me something to reflect on and something to seek. Thank you!
Light and Peace,
Zahra
Love your blog! Really resonate with your words, your ethos is very similar to what I base my blog on. I especially liked when you say; “Wisdom acts; if it doesn’t often act — if it sits around merely comfortably reacting — it isn’t wisdom. It isn’t easy to be in the minority (different from so many who hardly ever care); but not to peacefully stand up and do something against indifference, suffering, disorder, and tyranny is nonsensical.”
Wisdom is sadly missing in America at the present time. Or am I an unknowing cynic. The world fears Trump are we being timid and frightened for nothing. Or are we being wise and see the doom of truth being just a memory. I really liked your article. Australia I am fortunate to say is veering on the side of wisdom.
Nice work and words, Tom! Reminds me a little of a similar path I share in my little book series beginning with Meditations of John Muir. All the best!
i haven’t read a single word of this post yet, just had to say, immediately, that picture is an oh my god moment.
i’ll be back after reading. see ya.
wow.
Hi, Tom, thanks for visiting my blog. Really love your close-up photography! Cheers!
Brilliant photographs and carefully chosen comments add up to a very enjoyable blog. I shall check in regularly.