I’ve heard some say that the notes make the music, while others say it’s the spaces. I would think that it is a balance, like yin and yang. You need both. Today was a very busy day. Just a few minutes ago, I was sitting quietly, thinking about all that I had accomplished for the day, feeling relaxed and productive. I walked into the bedroom and noticed the late evening sun shining through the slats of the blinds.
Of course, I got out one of my cameras and started photographing them. In this image, I liked the balance, all ways, of light and dark, empty and full. It was an enjoyable few minutes watching the light rays change positions. It was the balance to my busy day, time to simply sit and observe.
Toa Te Ching – Nine
Better to stop short than fill to the brim.
Oversharpen the blade, and the edge will soon blunt.
Amass a store of gold and jade, and no one can protect it.
Claim wealth and titles, and disaster will follow.
Retire when the work is done.
This is the way of heaven.
It’s all about balance. 
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Wow, this is an awesome image. I’m glad for those productive days and also strive for balance in my life. I like this line “Retire when the work is done.”
Thanks, Monte. I’m glad that you like it. Yes, those productive days make us thankful for the quieter times, and vice versa.
Well stated Paul!
With your “got out one of my cameras” comment, I kind of picture your new house with one on every table in every room.
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Mak: I read this comment and laughed out loud, for real. You must have been spying on me. Yes. There are a camera or two lying about within easy access, shall we say.
In this case, it was the Canon S90.
Very nice photo and I really love the quote. There is much to be said for doing “enough” without overdoing. We live in a world where the push is for “more, more, more” but to what end?
I echo Mark’s comments about “one of my cameras!” and want to say, “gee Paul, just how many cameras to you have?
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Let us just say that I have ‘enough’ cameras to suit me – for now
In your previous post, you mentioned you wanted to put some of your work on the walls. Start with this one.
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Thanks, Ken. That’s a good idea to start with this one!