There's a place I go to
Where no one knows me
It's not lonely
It's a necessary thing
It's a place I made up
Find out what I'm made of
The nights are stayed up
Counting stars and fighting sleep
There's a place I'm going
No one knows me
If I breathe real slowly
Let it out and let it in
They can be terrifying
To be slowly dying
Also clarifying
The end where we begin
When we stood watching the sunset at Drumpellier Park, all that flashed through my mind were my years in Ukraine. I used to watch the sunset there and enjoy the peace and quiet that flowed, the freedom to enjoy nature in its simplest form. It was pure, neat, and calm.
Even though the story is still heavy, I plan to share what those last days in Ukraine felt like and the closure that telling my story might give. One day I will share it all, but for now, I will be thinking of the place I used to be, where no one knew me. It wasn’t lonely; it was necessary, and I loved it there.
Song by Matt Simons
Where no one knows me
It's not lonely
It's a necessary thing
It's a place I made up
Find out what I'm made of
The nights are stayed up
Counting stars and fighting sleep
Let it wash over me
Ready to lose my feet
Take me off to the place where one reviews life's mystery
Steady on down the line
Lose every sense of time
Take it all in and wake up that small part of me
Day to day I'm blind to see
And find how far
To go
Ready to lose my feet
Take me off to the place where one reviews life's mystery
Steady on down the line
Lose every sense of time
Take it all in and wake up that small part of me
Day to day I'm blind to see
And find how far
To go
There's a place I'm going
No one knows me
If I breathe real slowly
Let it out and let it in
They can be terrifying
To be slowly dying
Also clarifying
The end where we begin
Everybody got their reason
Everybody got their way
We're just catching and releasing
What builds up throughout the day
It gets into your body
And it flows right through your blood
We can tell each other secrets
Everybody got their way
We're just catching and releasing
What builds up throughout the day
It gets into your body
And it flows right through your blood
We can tell each other secrets
And remember how to love
When we stood watching the sunset at Drumpellier Park, all that flashed through my mind were my years in Ukraine. I used to watch the sunset there and enjoy the peace and quiet that flowed, the freedom to enjoy nature in its simplest form. It was pure, neat, and calm.
Even though the story is still heavy, I plan to share what those last days in Ukraine felt like and the closure that telling my story might give. One day I will share it all, but for now, I will be thinking of the place I used to be, where no one knew me. It wasn’t lonely; it was necessary, and I loved it there.
Beautiful words, Melody. I also like the sunset. Have a nice weekend.
ReplyDeleteSunset is such a beautiful feeling, especially in the evening. What are you doing for the weekend?
DeleteGlorious sunset (s).
ReplyDeleteYou just gave these sunset photos the perfect name glorious sunsets
DeleteWhat a beautiful, heartfelt poem Melody! Thank you for sharing this, and I would love to hear more about your story as you decide to share it. What gorgeous photos in this post, too!
ReplyDeleteWishing you a wonderful weekend! :)
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Hi Ashley! Thank you so much for your kind words. It still has that feeling, but I'm confident I'll be able to put everything together one day. When I do, I'd be happy to share it. I know a lot of people who read my blog would be interested in hearing about it.
DeleteThank you again, and I hope you have a beautiful new year and a happy weekend!
Beautiful poem, beautiful thoughts, beautiful photos. Thank you. Happy weekend!
ReplyDeleteIt might sound like a poem, but it's actually a song I used to listen to back in Ukraine. I really love the lyrics.
DeleteLovely photos. Thanks for stopping by my blog
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Wendy
DeleteMelody, a gorgeous series of beautiful photos of the scenery with your lovely wods 😍
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing 😘🦢
Thank you so much; have a lovely weekend
DeleteAmazing sunset.
ReplyDeleteI feel sadness, though.
Hugs for you.
Sometimes, life leaves us with memories that linger forever, moments that could have been but never were. This particular memory is bittersweet, evoking both sadness and joy. It reminds me of my time in Ukraine.
DeleteMelody, your sunset photos are gorgeous!!!!!!!!!!! Beautiful photos!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteMelody, you wrote that you were in Ukraine, could you tell me where? I'll ask because I was in Ukraine too.
Melody, I wish you a good weekend!
Hi Anna! I hope your weekend has been going well. I actually spent a long time in Ukraine, specifically in Kharkiv.
DeleteWarto dostrzegać takie chwile. Ja właśnie wróciłam z wycieczki, a jutro mamy także napięty dzień. Dobrej soboty Melody!
ReplyDeleteOh, thank you so much for stopping by despite getting back from a trip. Yes, moments like this I always want to be remembered and recognized. I hope you have a less stressful day tomorrow. Have a lovely, lovely week ahead!
DeleteGorgeous photos Melody. Never been despite it being about 20 minutes aways from me! :-D
ReplyDeleteThis place is a must-visit. The sunsets are breathtaking, and you can enjoy them with a drink or coffee in hand. You'll love it, I promise.
DeleteWow che spettacolo le foto del tramonto che hai condiviso.
ReplyDeleteLa natura ci regala sempre delle cose meravigliose, dobbiamo solo aprire gli occhi e rimanere estasiati
I think one of the best things I've come to discover in my life is the fact that nature is there not just as a beauty but to heal us and to be a part of our lives. I've been blessed by nature, and I can tell you that each time I go to nature, I fall even more in love with it. It's such a beautiful experience. The sunset is also beautiful, and I enjoyed taking the photos, especially with the mindset of sharing them here on the blog for everyone to enjoy too. Thank you so much for stopping by, and how is your Saturday going?
DeleteFelicitarte no solo por esas bellísimas fotos de esa puesta de Sol, también por la magnifica poesía.
ReplyDeleteSaludos.
Thank you so much Thomas. I must say the artist that sang that song is such a talented artist because it actually sounds like a poem. Even when you listen to the music, it's such beautiful music to listen to.
DeleteMelody, I have a place like that as well. These photos are stellar and even without your poem show much emotion. Have a lovely day.
ReplyDeleteYou are very, very right. There are places that speak a lot and remind us of a lot of memories, and this place is actually one of those places for me.
DeleteIn life, many have places of refuge and peace. I have had several in my 80+ years, most of which are no longer accessible. My favorite was atop a mountain that gave a view out for many miles. It was said to be a lookout point for the native indians. Alas it is privately owned now and no longer accessible. Your poem is beautiful as are the photos. I feel the nostalgia and sense of loss for the Ukrainian connection.
ReplyDeleteHugs and Blessings
I just want to be very honest with you. After reading your comment, I am short of words because I believe and can feel every word you have said. I feel the same way, and it's beautiful to have someone who understands a situation and shares the feelings I experienced while standing and enjoying the sunsets at that moment. Thank you so much, Irish. You've been such a beautiful part of this blog, and I appreciate every comment and every visit to this blog. It means so much. I hope you have a lovely Saturday.
DeleteYour photos are so beautiful. I love the poem you shared. I can't begin to imagine what it was like living in Ukraine. I don't have your email address. Had issues several years ago. Also, I I'm not sure I can add you to my Feedly account. Haven't figured that out for new people who visit.
ReplyDeleteTake care and God Bless.
Thank you so much for stopping by! Yes, I plan to tell the story about my time in Ukraine. I want to be able to put my words together. Oh, it's a lot, but I guess when they are able to do that... And thank you so much for wanting to add me to your Feedly account. I really appreciate that. I've got an email address which I'm going to leave in the comment. Also, thank you! (godisablej66@gmail.com)
DeleteI think I know what you are writing about, because I experienced a similar moment myself, when in late autumn I was in Bellagio by Lake Como, watching the sunset. There was not a soul around; an orange glow lay upon the water, and the mountains were wrapped in shadow. Although for eleven years I lived and worked among good, friendly people, loneliness accompanied me every day. I grew accustomed to it—more than that, it became my friend and a gift that taught me to look at the world attentively and allowed me to get to know myself better. As a former immigrant, I am very curious about your experiences in Ukraine. Such an experience, although difficult, changes a person profoundly.
ReplyDeleteYou are a wordsmith. And I love all these photos! I hope you have a lovely year ahead.
ReplyDeleteStunning photos of the sunsets in the park. I enjoyed the thought provoking poem regarding looking for a quiet solitary place to escape to. Lovely..
ReplyDeleteBreathtaking photos!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful place! Cheers.
ReplyDeleteBellas fotos y el poema me conmovió. Hay recuerdos que no se olvidan. Te mando un beso.
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