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Wednesday, July 16, 2025

Melbourne Candid Series #1127 Flinders St

 


On Flinders Street in winter's breath,
Where light is low and still as death,
A family walked through morning's grey,
Their shapes cast long in soft decay.

One teenage boy stepped just ahead,
His gaze afar, thoughts loosely spread.
Behind, the father pushed the pram,
Its wheels in rhythm, slow and calm.

A younger child lay nestled deep,
Half-dreaming in a winter sleep.
The city's stir passed all around,
Yet peace within that pram was found.

The mother walked with silent grace,
Dark glasses veiled her watching face.
She turned to me—no smile, no frown,
Just knowing as she looked me down.

No need for words, no need for sound,
The tramline sang, the world spun round.
And in that frame of black and white,
They carried love through morning light.

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24 comments:

  1. Looks like a lovely day for a family outing!

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  2. While the parents hesitate, the child explores everything, discovering new worlds.
    Great image!

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  3. Con esos dos niños que lo acompañan. No hay tiempo para el aburrimiento.
    Un abrazo.

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  4. Looks like the youngster in the stroller is about to lose a shoe. The rest of the family is unaware, but that little guy is watching you.

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  5. A lyrical tableau of rare finesse. The atmosphere evoked carries a subtle elegance, and the delicate emotions blend beautifully with vividly sensitive imagery. You've captured the beauty of everyday moments with refinement, turning a simple walk into a poetic reverie.

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  6. Una bonita instantánea de esa familia que pasea por la ciudad.

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  7. Beautiful street candid capture.

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  8. Hello Roentare :) Thank you for your welcoming visit and nice comment. I have missed your street photography, watching the world go by. Great shot of the family, looking a little lost I think.
    All the best
    Sonjia.

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  9. Well done as always. I love you you marry the photograph and the poem.

    Thank you for joining the Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop.

    Have a fabulous Wordless Wednesday. ☺

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  10. Wonderful shot, amazing poem that pairs perfectly.

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