Weekly Photo Challenge … Solitude
Like many beings I have not experienced real solitude. I have been alone but never for long. I can imagine it is not always a pleasant encounter especially for those who have to endure solitary confinement in prison or exile.
As the eldest of four siblings I was rarely alone. Then as a mother my offspring became another limb; from conception they were never more than a thought away. However, I did wish for a moment to myself. Of course I did!!
I am still a mother; but now without the constraining bonds. Those almost painful links, put in place to keep a vulnerable child safe and secure have become redundant.
Nonetheless it is still difficult to find total solitude. The links to a mighty force have become real and profound.
I will keep returning to my yoga mat or meditation cushion and find a degree of oneness but never solitude …
This picture of me taken by my daughter in Brazil this year is as solitary as it gets, just looking for it!
Coat Hanger Doll's House 
Rio is so lovely. What a nice view to enjoy and appreciate! Solitude is a pleasant thing.
Oh, I want to say that I did this tour with Urban Tours (www.riocharm.com.br) where we wrote to leblon beach and then along to Ipanema beach. We also went to Copacabana and a few other places. After lunch we took the cable car up sugar loaf mountain. It was amazing. The views were amazing! I found out about this from this great guide Rio for Partiers – there’s so many great tips in there of places with lovely views!
That sounds like a good deal, my daughter lives in Rio and the tourist route is sometimes a bit limited!!
Thanks for the information and kind words xxx
As there hasn’t been a new WordPress Weekly Photo Challenge yet, perhaps you’d like to join in the Weekly Travel Theme http://wheresmybackpack.com/2012/09/28/travel-theme-foliage/ xxx Ailsa
That is a very kind response. I will humbly accept with many good wishes and thanks.
Fabulous, I look forward to your post. xxx