Shadow Lover
Take me to the green in youThe secret valley beneath the sun
Hidden behind the whispering ghosts
Of whom you pretend to be
Open up your mossy arms
So I may open mine
And wrap all limbs round your spirit wide
To exist as half no more
Bring me to your mossy floor
Beneath the shadows of your fear
A raven bride in white
A ladder to your soul
Fold down your branches
Peel open your chocolate bark
So I may pour
As liquid amber
Through your very veins
——————
by, Sam Craft
I am thrilled to share this collaborative project with you today. Special thanks to Sam of of Everyday Asperger’s, who penned this stunning piece entitled The Raven Bride in White at the most perfect time to accompany my beloved shadow image.
Hope you enjoyed!
Much Love ~ Robyn Lee
Incredibly done! So much can be drawn from the image alone, and the Raven Bride in White does so wonderfully set the mind and imagination in flight. Your image drawn on the sands of time, the sea of love, the ocean of dreams, and so very many more. But still they pale to what you have truly captured here….in the shadow..of your smile. Wonderful work yet again Robyn!
06/24/2012 at 00:07
Thank you so much Stan!! I’m just a ridiculous romantic, so this image really made me happy (and yes smile)… I like fairytales a lot and it had a little bit of that flavor for me… Love your metaphors ‘ocean of dreams’ favorite I think!! Yes – Sam’s poem was posted right after I shot this and I just could not stop thinking about it, so asked her if we could collaborate. Was thrilled with the pairing, and yes, sent my own imagination into flight!! Something different for the Shadow Series too. So happy you enjoyed Stan — you always have fantastic input and I appreciate wholeheartedly! Sending Love and Light
RL
06/24/2012 at 00:47
Oh….sigh…. What a stunning photograph…You are right; the image you have captured matches the heart of my words very well. So romantic and loving. The shadows are perfect, and how they are in the ocean water. What a fantastic idea. You sure are creative. This is dreamy. They look like they could be atop a wedding cake. Well done. And thank you for the honor to be on your wonderful blog. So glad we met. Your sea sister. Huge hugs, Sam
06/24/2012 at 00:08
So glad you liked the pairing Sam! I believe this was the first poem I really “fell for” on your blog– and just had to see it next to this image. Just so happened I had a long flowing skirt on this Sunday on the beach, so when I saw the shadow image reflected in the ocean it did remind me of a “gown” – and then seeing your Raven Bride poem — well – had to have it !!!
Thanks so much again for writing and permitting my reposting here. Yes – a blessing we have connected as blog friends and sea-sisters!! Gratitude and much Love ~ RL
06/24/2012 at 00:58
yay Sam!!!!1
06/24/2012 at 07:39
The perfect collaboration…stunning ladies!! (and shadow hubby)
06/24/2012 at 00:16
06/24/2012 at 01:00
and likewise..I hope you are well today..always, you are a true kind soul. xo
06/24/2012 at 12:00
Thanks LD ~ I so appreciate that
06/24/2012 at 16:30
I am so impressed, such wonderful words and a perfect picture match… a work of pure art and inspiration… you are very talented… really very talented…. love the post… magnificent…
06/24/2012 at 01:05
Thanks so much for your lovely comment bulldogsturf!! Welcome, and just so happy you enjoyed the collaborative post so much. Sending warm wishes your way tonight~ RL
06/24/2012 at 01:20
I see you had a look at my golf blog, you might enjoy my other with birds and animals…
http://visitstothepark.wordpress.com/
06/24/2012 at 01:26
Thanks much – will check it out – saw some pretty nature photos mixed in with golf!!
06/24/2012 at 01:27
Wonderful!! Both the Photography and poetry flow together beautifully. Thank you Robyn and Sam
06/24/2012 at 01:11
Hey Cynthia! Thank you so much for that… was perfect timing in that I took this shot right before Sam published the poem. Love the combo too, and so glad you enjoyed it as well
06/24/2012 at 01:21
Wow, a collaboration yet-a real meeting of the minds, or should I say souls. That photograph is exquisite.Great work both of you .
06/24/2012 at 01:37
Jane, thanks so much for your lovely comment! So glad you liked the collaboration ~ and meeting of the ‘souls’ ~
RL
06/24/2012 at 09:07
Absolutely breathtaking!
06/24/2012 at 02:51
Oh Julie – thank you so much ~ xo ~RL
06/24/2012 at 09:07
You always seem to have the perfect words (either your own or others’) to ‘match’ your amazing photographs.
Hope you are going okay, Robyn and sending you lots of love from this Aussie buddy Juliexxxxxx
06/24/2012 at 09:10
Thanks so much Julie! this shot was taken spontaneously on the anniversary of our wedding 25 years ago! Sam’s poem just felt ‘meant to be’ when I read it. So glad you liked and thanks also for your loving wishes… Some medical consults upcoming, and trying to take things one day at a time ~ as I’m know you “get” xo Much Love back to you from your biggest fan in the US!! xo
06/24/2012 at 10:13
Hope you know how much I am thinking and praying for you (and I don’t usually pray – ha!)
06/24/2012 at 10:21
06/24/2012 at 10:24
I agree – sweet dreams – am off to bed now.
You are so right about the power thing – yes!
06/24/2012 at 10:36
Sleep well Julie
06/24/2012 at 10:37
Beautiful romantic image. The surf, her veil, surrounds her. Love your shadows!
06/24/2012 at 03:34
So glad you enjoyed it Kathy! Was actually just my hair – but does sort of give the illusion of a veil doesn’t it? ~ Sending Love~RL
06/24/2012 at 09:08
fabulous..dreamy thoughts:)
06/24/2012 at 04:31
Thank you nightlake ~ yes, thought the combo was a bit dreamy/fantasy indeed! So glad you liked ! ~RL
06/24/2012 at 09:09
Perfect match in this post Robyn! And this poem…well done! and thanks for sharing
06/24/2012 at 04:44
Thanks so much poojycat! Yes – was so thrilled to find Sam’s poem for this particular image! ~Glad you enjoyed
RL
06/24/2012 at 09:11
I love the shadow image. Works perfectly with the waves and sea
06/24/2012 at 05:11
Thanks so much Victoria….glad you enjoyed this
RL
06/24/2012 at 09:12
what a perfect match…and I loveddddddd that poem:))))) great post Robyn,,,,,The photo brings it all to light
06/24/2012 at 07:41
Thanks so much David! Me tooooo — poem just went right through me…and having just shot this image, was totally awesome to have Sam bless me with it for this post
So fun to work with my sea-sister too!! 
Sending loving wishes to you today ~ RL
06/24/2012 at 09:13
Terrific Robyn, trying to figure out how you placed the camera…love the flow and so romantic…chocolate bark…I feel the love…
06/24/2012 at 08:36
Thanks Meryl… yes very romantic and awesome to find Sam’s poem when I did!! was a tricky shot as had to camouflage my arm which was upraised and holding the tiny iPhone 4S camera. Luckily my “lover” was tall so could blend within the shadow of his body
The advantages of that tiny camera ~ yes? Fun shot and was done on exact day we were wed 25 years ago ~ so extra special 
~RL
06/24/2012 at 09:19
amazing poem robyn and very perfect photograph to go with it.
06/24/2012 at 09:46
Thank you kindly Sharmishtha! Poetry credit here is all to Sam, but I agree – loved it through and through, and perfect for my special image. So happy you enjoyed ~ and welcome to you!! ~RL
06/24/2012 at 09:57
the photograph is fabulous and you picked up the perfect poem to go with it.
loved them both.
06/24/2012 at 10:00
Thanks so much Sharmishth! Means a lot!
06/24/2012 at 10:07
Thank you again, Robyn. I’m glad we got to combine our art together. Perfect match! Hugs and love and light to you. Glad people liked the combo. It was fun reading the comments. And YOU are so sweet to give me credit and say nice things. Hugging you big.
xoxoxo ~ Sam
06/24/2012 at 11:10
Did you find where to get the amber yet Sam…I’ll have to leave a link for you when I can…they have both the amber and hazelwood…for all us freaks of nature:)
06/24/2012 at 12:03
would love a link…..I LOVE freaks of nature…that’s the spice of life.
HUGS
06/24/2012 at 12:06
http://hazelaid.com/C_Home.html ….they sell ‘teething’ necklaces …but many people here (all my real life friends) wear them for a huge combination of things…skin problems, eczema psoriasis..I like these because they have really lovely stones too…they sell them in the stores here…but Canadians are weird like that:) Your body heat releases it through your skin…lol. Some people think it’s ‘quakery’ …I guess I’m a duck..lol and…my youngest daughter stopped ALL teething symptoms within a half an hour of wearing them, my son, well, maybe he needs a new one…the hazelwood needs to be replaced, about every 4-6months, the amber does not. Hugs Sam:)
06/24/2012 at 12:13
Thanks goes to you Sam…. feel like your poem was energetically connected to my image (and emotions) that day. Sometimes this synchronicity thing really seems to have credence!!! Yes – seems to be loved by all … and I too am just excited to have a joint project with youfor my blog archives ~ special!! Big HUGS back — xxoo Shadow Lover and Sea Sister Robyn
06/24/2012 at 12:14
http://www.liquidamber-ltd.com/
RL
And more on the emotional and physical healing properties of liquid amber…. Amazing and must have
06/24/2012 at 12:20
checking it out!
06/24/2012 at 12:29
Hi there, ~Sam sent me over to have a look at your beautiful photo next to her poem.
I TOTALLY love it, what a wonderful pairing.
I am going to subscribe to your blog I love images and poetry they speak to the heart of me.
Love and hugs to you and look forward to more beautiful posts.
Lisa. xx
06/24/2012 at 11:32
Lisa – thank you soooo much for your wonderful feedback. So happy Sam sent you and you got to enjoy our joint-project here today! Welcome, and I hope you find Throughthehealinglens an pleasant place to be! Sending Love and warm wishes your way today ~
RL
06/24/2012 at 16:36
excellent collab
06/24/2012 at 12:21
Thanks so much StacyMichelle!! Thrilled you enjoyed the collaboration today ~ was really excited about it as well… sending good thoughts your way — RL
06/24/2012 at 16:33
There should be a “LOVE” button….this photograph is STUNNING and accompanying verse is just a perfect fit……NICE WORK!!..
06/24/2012 at 13:22
Oh – thank you so much Kirsten!! That is the sweetest comment, and so glad you enjoyed the post. & Welcome ~ RL
06/24/2012 at 16:32
beautiful! moving!
06/25/2012 at 00:31
Thanks so much Buck!! Appreciate
06/25/2012 at 01:04
Such a beautiful blog. You are obviously very talented.
06/25/2012 at 08:37
Joseph, thanks so much for coming by! You are so kind and I really appreciate your flattering comment. This is really all just a therapeutic hobby for me, though I do admit I am enjoying unveiling my creative side
Welcome and best wishes your way today!! ~RL
06/25/2012 at 15:00
Robyn!! This is beautifully done. Perfectly suited for one another. What a talented person Mr. Craft is. Combined with yours, I am literally in awe this morning. FANTASTIC!!! xoxox
06/25/2012 at 13:05
Thanks so much Jeannie. I did love this post myself
Yes – Sam is a gem and her site is overflowing with love and wisdom…romance and more! I was so thrilled to have her permission to pair this poem with my Lovers Shadow Image ~ So happy it brought you some AWE today!! Sending Love ~~ RL
06/25/2012 at 15:02
What an enchanting dance of shadow, light, color, and language. Ah…I am utterly seduced…
06/25/2012 at 13:36
Thanks so much Angela – yes we were synchronistic today commenting at the same time;) I am thrilled you enjoyed this… and loved your description of this post ~~ hope all is well and wishing you Love and Lightness!!
06/25/2012 at 15:04
Beautiful!
06/26/2012 at 00:14
Thank you KT…
06/26/2012 at 20:29
You sow the enigmatic seeds
in the poetic skin of time …
You steal the show of metaphors
with the clink of your chime …
You bind the mind
You enslave the soul …
You are a magician of verses..
08/04/2012 at 00:04
Ahhh – this one was not my poem dear one… It was my photograph paired with Sam’s poem (notation at the bottom) … but you are oh so kind, and I am doubly impressed with your poetically wonderful comments … and suspect the magician is you
08/04/2012 at 00:07
Maybe your photo did the metaphoric trick then ….:) . Is there an alternate email ID that you can be reached on ? …
08/04/2012 at 00:08
Thank you Nikunj. Glad you liked. I have policy not to communicate off-blog unless emergency for many reasons. Why do you ask?
08/04/2012 at 00:12
It’s okay . No particular reason beyond the inquisitive element in my mind …keep the ink flowing and keep the magnetic metaphors coming …
08/04/2012 at 00:15
Yes -Writing in a poetic way is very new for me. I was intending to use the blog mostly for photo display – so nice to know you appreciate ~
Thank you!
08/04/2012 at 00:18