Spider, Ault 1&2

 

Photos of the night. Spider, Ault 1&2. Original film shots by C.A. MacConnell

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Fall Flowers

 

Photo of the day. Fall Flowers by C.A. MacConnell

Took this one yesterday, actually. :) Saw the awesomeness in black and white when I took the shot...it was cool how I could envision it right on the spot...and here it is. :)

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Thank you for your continued support. Gonna see the magic today. XO C.A.

Good morning!

 

Ha, just for fun! I saw this little guy in the tree yesterday. :) XO Have a great day.
C.A. MacConnell

Worth It.

 

Took this just now.

Love to you,
C.A. MacConnell

Crow

 

Photo of the night. Film shot. Crow, by C.A. MacConnell

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Thank you for your continued support. Have a beautiful evening. I'm going to think about kindness, laughter, warmth, and gentleness. :) XO C.A.

Elephant

 

Photo of the day. Original film shot by C.A. MacConnell

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Thank you for your continued support. C. A. MacConnell

Big Cat.

 

Photo of the night. :) XO. Original on film by C.A. MacConnell

Day of remembering to trust. Day of speaking my mind too! I'm getting feisty lately, ha. Hope you're smiling. Love to you, C.

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Thank you for your continued support. C. A. MacConnell

Always, There is Light.

 

Photo of the day:  Always, There is Light.

C.A. MacConnell

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Thank you for your continued support. Love to you, C. A. MacConnell

Plane 1, Show Up.

 

Hope you like the shot. A lucky film capture. C.A.

Show Up

This morning, I'm feeling rather connected...yesterday, I wrote about a mountain of fear. I shared some of it with a group. I shared the rest with a spiritual friend. Sometimes, it helps me to do both, when it's heavy territory, ha. Deep stuff! As we grow older, it just gets deeper! Also, I spent some time in a few of my secret spots, places where I feel calm and heard. I have several right now...they change from time to time.

I used to think fear was a bad thing. I used to think all feelings were bad, that I had to get rid of them. Now it helps me if I can see fear as a mere tool, as information, as a way to bring me back closer to my heart...just more information. Takes a lot of the pressure off.

Anyway, right now, I'm reminded of this:  all I have to do is show up.

And I'm reminded of my answer to the question, "Chris, what do you want to be when you grow up?" My original answer:  "I want to be a wild horse!" 

Love to you...friends, fellow dreamers, and all of the black sheep and so-called weirdos, because we're all important, and we're all in this together, and most of those weirdos are simply geniuses in disguise.

Show up,
C.A. MacConnell

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Who I Am.

 Good morning.

Be who I am.

See who draws close and doesn't try to "fix" me, because I am OK and loveable, just how I am. I'm learning this more and more every day. I fall into old tapes or old reactions, but I suppose this is a long journey -- one back into the child within. :)XO.

Children, animals, they teach us all.

Love to you, C.A. MacConnell.

Clock In

So, clean the red buckets
or don't scrub a thing.
Maybe ride the finest
gelding; that boy's 100-K
at least. Fix what's black,
make it white-smooth,
or watch someone greater
get the leg up, becoming
the cowboy you’ll never
see again. Teach the kids
how to win, that blood
and bruises and blisters
are temporary. Always.

Or head down the drive
and lose every single child
at once. The tortoise cat lives
or dies. Down at the gate,
Mac the dog smiles, almost
forever. Soon comes the pack,
barking, catching up, seeking
out game scents, trusting
the air for signs, whether
danger or play. Above all,
when the scene chokes up,
grip the wheel, moving
with the wind and rocks.

And when the road runs
out, breaking the back
of work, you suddenly
realize that no one ever
came close, that no one
ever knew your twisted
insides, but like live gods,
now that you’re gone,
maybe they’ll whisper
your name, seeing traces –
a handprint in the dust,
a boot track in the lounge,
all loose boards nailed
tight, the rules and lesson
times that were forgotten,
and suddenly, they too
will live, buried within
you, wherever you go,
long after you clock out.
So, walk in silence
or hammer something.

C.A. MacConnell

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Kiss

Audience

Gum, Abandoned

 

Love to you,
C.A. MacConnell

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YOU...Can Make a Difference!

All four of my novels are geared toward mental health advocacy and addiction awareness; education is everything! These books show a diverse representation of characters whose lives are affected by disease...but...they also show how treatment and recovery can change and save lives! 

Want to make a difference? Read, educate, pass it on! For descriptions of each one, and to purchase, GO HERE.

Thank YOU for reading,

C.A. MacConnell

P.S. Prints! See this week's posts for my popular ones! Join my page, message me on FB at C.A. MacConnell or, email me right here. Xmas gifts from an indy artist? Slick prints on metal or canvas, ready to hang? Christmas cards? Got it! Thank YOU for buying books/prints! Each purchase supports recovery, indy creativity, and mental health awareness. And, stay tuned for some wonderful news!

P.P.S. Writing help? Master's degree in English/Creative Writing from Hollins University...when it comes to writing, you name it...I can do it. Over 30 years of experience in all genres. And ... don't forget ... NOVELS:  My four books are on Amazon NOW! Your support is spreading mental health awareness and recovery! It means so much, and I thank you from my heart.

East Fork, Hawk.

East Fork

Hawk

C.A. MacConnell

These two have been getting a lot of attention. 👀❤

Hope you're having a beautiful day.

You're making a difference when you're supporting my photos and books, and I thank you.

Love to you,
C.

P.S. PHOTOS: custom, signed prints. Msg FB at C.A. MacConnell or, email me right here. I also do fancier prints on metal or canvas, ready to hang. Need writing help? Master's degree in English/Creative Writing from Hollins University...when it comes to writing, you name it...I can do it. Over 30 years of experience in all genres. NOVELS:  My four books are on Amazon NOW! Thank you for supporting my journey! It means so much. 

 

Elephant

 

Elephant

Film shot :). One of the favorites! <3 this one.

Have a great day. Love to you,
C.A. MacConnell

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I Freaking Love You

C.A. MacConnell

Fear vs. Love

Good morning. When I am angry or uncomfortable, fear is usually present underneath it. I see fear everywhere...inside me and around me. Fear of money (I see it in myself, those who have, and those who don't have), fear of not being successful (I see it in those who are working in all sorts of varying positions), fear of being alone (I see it in those who have no families or partners and those who have large families and partners), fear of not being heard (I see it in the world around me, on the net, etc), fear of illness (I see it in the sick and in those who are well).

It seems like everyone I talk to shares these basic, human fears. I suppose the list would change and become unique for each individual, but there seems to be a common thread.

What is this fear teaching me?

Sometimes, maybe more often than not, I am...and the world is...addicted to fear.

What can I do today that's different, not fear-based?

I can love. Small gestures, help, focus on giving. Simply notice how I can be of service. I will try if you will. :)XO. Days like that, when I'm in the flow of all that's good, I feel no fear.

Love to you,
C.A. MacConnell

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Some Film Shots.

 

Wolf 2

Wolf Hiding

Rugby

Elephant

Mustang, Outer Banks

Bfly Heart

All of these are original film shots by me, C.A. MacConnell. People have been digging the film shots. I prefer them as well. 

Want one? PHOTOS: custom, signed prints -- message my Facebook page at C.A. MacConnell or, email me right here! I also do fancier prints on metal or canvas, ready to hang.

Need writing help? Master's degree in English/Creative Writing from Hollins University. Songwriting, book editing, copy, fiction, nonfiction...when it comes to writing, you name it...I can do it. Over 30 years of experience in all genres. NOVELS:  My four books are on Amazon NOW!

You Will Be Rewarded for Your Courage, Hoping

 

You Will Be Rewarded for Your Courage

Hoping

Good morning. Just posting some more of my popular shots.

Want one? PHOTOS: custom, signed prints -- message my Facebook page at C.A. MacConnell or, email me right here! I also do fancier prints on metal or canvas, ready to hang. Need writing help? Songwriting, book editing, copy, fiction, nonfiction...when it comes to writing, you name it...I can do it. Over 30 years of experience in all genres.

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Hope you have a beautiful day. Love to you,
C.A. MacConnell

Overlook, Man on Steps, New Orleans.

 

Overlook

Man on Steps, New Orleans

These two have been popular! So rad. Just posting if anyone else is interested. I'll be posting some more popular ones this week. Stay tuned! <3 Thanks everyone for your continued support of my fine art photography and my novels.

P.S. PHOTOS: custom, signed prints -- message my Facebook page at C.A. MacConnell or, email me right here! I also do fancier prints on metal or canvas, ready to hang. Need writing help? Songwriting, book editing, copy, fiction, nonfiction...when it comes to writing, you name it...I can do it. Over 30 years of experience in all genres.

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Blue, Untitled.

 

Something for October. For this site only. NFS. :) One of my favorites, close to my heart. Hope you have a lovely evening. I'm going to sing some. :)

Love to you, 
C.A. MacConnell