River Of No Return

Yes, life is a river of no return

That yearns for calm folds of eternity,

Where cascades come to be gentle nocturne

And ragged souls gain peace and harmony.

© Ilija Lukić 2024

River Of No Return

Haw River Natural Area near Bynum NC

Heaven's Gate

Autumn songs and colors abound of late,

They gird hearts for a peek through heaven’s gate,

Fresh reverie reigns twenty-four seven—

Like walking on air, in seventh heaven.

© Ilija Lukić 2024

In Seventh Heaven

Seaforth Peninsula on Jordan Lake NC

Life Force

Shadows prompt fanfare,

When sunbursts unleash forces

That slow their demise

© Ilija Lukić 2024

Life Force

Self-portrait of Shadow Man cast across lakeshore sand ripples

Burdens Shrugged

Mindful communion between heart, mind and soul finds creative outlet in catching sight of and then perpetuating the artistry of light, shadow and ripples of time. Said visual poetry of spirit and light—meant to appeal to both senses and mind, as well as provide solace—engages passions and even heals physical and mental ailments spawned by traumas of life. 

© Ilija Lukić 2024

Burdens Shrugged (photo impressionism)

(Sand waves on Jordan Lake beach left in wake of shoreline flooding)

Autumn Rains

Dark skies weigh on heart, 

Autumn rains refresh the soul

Wind whispers, amen.

© Ilija Lukić 2024

Autumn Rains

Haw River at Old Highway 15 bridge in Bynum NC

Autumn-In-Waiting

Autumn meanders into hill and dale

Without fanfare, although with bated breath;

She readies heartstrings, waiting to exhale—

With gaiety paints summer’s dance of death.

Dreams of harmony mid blossoms of spring

And summer’s dazzling skies her heart compel,

To dance ‘cross Earth realms, rejoice in last fling,

With one eye on life come winter’s hushed spell.

She holds dear the season’s waning sunshine,

Gladly bathes in warm hues of morning light,

Lets her soul spill joy unto swamped shoreline

And speak of hope in times of wretched plight.

Autumn’s eye-catching drama—hit-or-miss—

Fills human heart and soul with divine bliss.

© Ilija Lukić 2024

Havoc wrought by hurricane Helene continues to plague lands and people here in the Carolinas. Washed out highways and byways slow recovery efforts. The brunt of the tropical storm spared our neighborhoods; although the effects of copious rains, blustery winds and scattered tornados mark her passage northward. As waters in rain-swollen lakes and streams recede, tranquil ephemeral pools in shoreline woodlands whisper encouragement and speak of hope…this too shall pass.

Early Autumn Daybreak

Seaforth Peninsula at Jordan Lake NC