how is beauty defined?

the weekend

relaxing and chores

thinking of what to do next

does this include you?

make time for you, you are priceless

this morning I was greeted by my friend high in a tree, I smiled, it was early, yup got my camera

when I went outside a second friend surprised me, one seldom seen perched to get a photo

I stopped, waiting for this friend to land, to settle again, 3 photos, then gone, no real focus time or camera setting check

this photo happened

I am moved by the intensity of dark and light

thinking to myself, will this friend be loved as much as another whose colors are brilliant and bright?

it saddened me to think, maybe not, I would have to ask why?

this unique being is beautiful in the deep reflective feeling of awe, dark colors allowing this friend to hide in plain sight

isn't this what many do? hide in plain sight? hiding their beautful soul, why?

I believe beauty calls from within, knowing there is only one of us, one me, why would I deny me my beauty within?

yes, I did this for too long, no more

beauty begins within in order to shine ever outward, wouldn't you agree?

my friend is deep, intense, strikingly beautiful to me

perhaps you will find beauty as well

enjoy