The only word I keep saying is 'amazing'. I feel much calmer whenever I see the images you send out. You clearly plug into a lot of creative sources. Thank you James.
What struck me most is how this essay makes timing feel less like luck and more like devotion. Each image—like each moment in a life—depends on learning to wait well. The right second isn’t captured by chance but by presence. Beautifully framed reminder that patience is also an art form.
Loved this, James. You’re right — timing isn’t just luck, it’s presence. These photos show what happens when we pay proper attention, patient enough to let the moment arrive. They don’t just capture beauty, they remind us that presence itself is an art form. Maybe that’s why the right moment feels so magical: it asks us to be fully here, ready to notice when everything quietly aligns.
Your writing, wisdom and sharing of beauty is life giving “water” during this time that sometimes feels like an endless desert. You remind me that even the desert is full of life and incredible “god art”. I have been deeply discouraged recently by this hate filled period of time attacks on this planet and its precious people. But your reminder that there is still so much beauty and wonder to sustain our hearts gives me hope and the energy to get out of bed for one more day and embrace all the good and love and joy that evil agendas can never destroy. Thank you🙏♥️
Thank you for bringing those soulful photographs to us. They capture the beauty around us and in that split of a second, they connect us. The world needs more of those moments🌻
The only word I keep saying is 'amazing'. I feel much calmer whenever I see the images you send out. You clearly plug into a lot of creative sources. Thank you James.
Definitely, what she said!
Me too Sandra! Interspaced with 'Wow!' I love what James brings our attention to. Even when I'm having a bad day, he manages to touch my heart.
I was feeling rushed and irritated this morning, but these words and images truly did soothe me, so thank you.
Wow, thank you so much Paula!
Love this message and content. You remind me to slow down.
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A very intriguing read! Thanks so much! I love nudges to look in new ways!
What struck me most is how this essay makes timing feel less like luck and more like devotion. Each image—like each moment in a life—depends on learning to wait well. The right second isn’t captured by chance but by presence. Beautifully framed reminder that patience is also an art form.
Loved this, James. You’re right — timing isn’t just luck, it’s presence. These photos show what happens when we pay proper attention, patient enough to let the moment arrive. They don’t just capture beauty, they remind us that presence itself is an art form. Maybe that’s why the right moment feels so magical: it asks us to be fully here, ready to notice when everything quietly aligns.
This photograph is excellent in both sensibility and technique!
Wowwwwwwwwwww! My nerves felt so frayed today, and these words and images smoothed them. Thank you!
I completely understand what you mean. Same here.
Your feed is often the very best thing on Substack in any given day :-)
Very kind of you. Thank you so much, Neal.
A picture proves it once happened, but it also proves we are now outside of it. That tension is the root of nostalgia.
Thank you so much, it's so beautiful to read this post and see wonderful photos. My mom always said me to be patient ....and I try to be....
Your writing, wisdom and sharing of beauty is life giving “water” during this time that sometimes feels like an endless desert. You remind me that even the desert is full of life and incredible “god art”. I have been deeply discouraged recently by this hate filled period of time attacks on this planet and its precious people. But your reminder that there is still so much beauty and wonder to sustain our hearts gives me hope and the energy to get out of bed for one more day and embrace all the good and love and joy that evil agendas can never destroy. Thank you🙏♥️
Thank you for bringing those soulful photographs to us. They capture the beauty around us and in that split of a second, they connect us. The world needs more of those moments🌻
Amazing words and photos. Thanks for the wonderful brain break I just experienced 😍
Thank you James. What you share is essential during this time of global fear, pain, uncertainty. You provide moments of peace and beauty ✨️
Your Pictures are fantastic !