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For Sensational Snap Society, week 1
Week 1 assignment: Document your day. I decided to do a Saturday rather than a work day though my morning always starts with a cuppa and the computer, either at home or at work or both! Saturday was no different.
The recent solar eclipse across the north of Australia was spectacular for those fortunate enough to witness the event. In rural Darwin this lone kite and myself had this scene to ourselves
The Legend of the Dogwood
In Jesus time, the dogwood grew
To a stately size and a lovely hue.
'Twas strong & firm it's branches interwoven
For the cross of Christ its timbers were chosen.
Seeing the distress at this use of their wood
Christ made a promise which still holds good:
"Never again shall the dogwood grow
Large enough to be used so
Slender & twisted, it shall be
With blossoms like the cross for all to see.
As blood stains the petals marked in brown
The blossom's center wears a throny crown.
All who see it will remember me
Crucified on a cross from the dogwood tree.
Cherished and protected this tree shall be
A reminder to all of my agony."
- Unknown