Lost in Lilies by lauriehiggins

Lost in Lilies

In Memory of Stanley Kunitz, July 29, 1905 - May 14, 2006. "Art is that chalice into which we pour the wine of transcendence. What is imagination but a reflection of our yearning to belong to eternity as well as to time."

I had the pleasure of interviewing the poet Stanley Kunitz twice - once when he was 96 years old and again just days before he turned 100. Entering his hidden gate on Commercial Street in Provincetown was like entering a secret garden, with beauty and wonder tucked into every corner. He was incredibly charming, an outrageous flirt and an avid gardener. After work tonight, I drove around town stopping to photograph the most beautiful gardens I could find in honor of his birthday.
great shot. vibrant colors
July 30th, 2011  
Those are, without a doubt, the most beautiful lilies that I've ever seen!
July 30th, 2011  
Wow, what an honor that was to sit and talk with him.
July 30th, 2011  
So many Lilies! How incredible! What an excellent shot in memory of Mr. Kunitz. I am sure he would love this Laurie!
July 30th, 2011  
very nice tribute
July 30th, 2011  
Beautiful flowers, very nice tribute!
July 30th, 2011  
Sounds like an inspiring and interesting day! Thanks for your comment on my cloud picture. I liked hearing how it unfolded for you!
July 30th, 2011  
Very beautiful
July 30th, 2011  
beautiful tribute, Laurie. Sounds like both of you were fortunate to have meet one another. The colors in these lilies seem unusual to me, really lovely.
July 30th, 2011  
you are such a great person....i am so happy to have met you via this site...wonderful tribute....happy also that you like my quote today...xoxoxoxoxooxoxoxoxoxooxoxoxoxooxoxoxox
July 30th, 2011  
what great colors
July 30th, 2011  
beautiful flowers, beautiful photo, beautiful words xx
July 30th, 2011  
Wonderful blooms!
July 30th, 2011  
Beautiful post and tribute to him, Laurie
July 31st, 2011  
Wow! Where did you get those lilies? Nice shot. Miss you.
July 31st, 2011  
Again you floor me with your life experience, you are a cultured woman.... Lucky hubby of yours!!

Gorgeous lilies & dof
August 1st, 2011  
What a stunning tribute! So gorgeous!
August 2nd, 2011  
This is wonderful!
August 6th, 2011  
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