Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Los Colores de Mexico

Vibrant colors abound
From the cobblestones
To the church campanario

Stucco walls
Of oranges, reds and yellows
Punctuated by limestone fountains

Like the abundant shades and tones
The faces of the people
Reflect well being, with nuanced color and hue




Guanajuato, Mexico

I wrote this for the Week 73 Trifecta Writing Challenge where we are to write 33-333 a 33-333 word composition using the word “color” in the context of complexion: the tint characteristic of good health or blush.

Your comments are appreciated. 
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36 comments:

  1. Tara R.April 16, 2013 at 12:56 PM

    These are such rich, earthy colors. A beautiful use of the prompt.

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    1. lumdog2012April 16, 2013 at 1:28 PM

      Thanks so much Tara. I'm glad you like it. When I saw the prompt, I immediately thought of the beautiful colors in Mexico. I was stumped for a while with the idea of having to relate that to complexion.

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  2. StephApril 16, 2013 at 2:49 PM

    With nuanced color and hue - I like that line. You capture it well. I've traveled through Mexico and this brought back fond memories.

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    1. lumdog2012April 17, 2013 at 10:07 AM

      Thanks so much Steph. That line just flew into my head. Glad to bring back memories. Such a beautiful place.

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  3. Valerie BoersmaApril 16, 2013 at 4:02 PM

    I love the diversity of colors and textures here. It makes this a very rich and beautifully written piece!

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  4. AnonymousApril 16, 2013 at 8:43 PM

    I like how you used color (and also the photo you chose.)

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    1. lumdog2012April 17, 2013 at 10:11 AM

      Thanks Janna. I immediately thought of Mexico when I saw the prompt and had to rummage through our photos find the right pic.

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  5. PirateGunnApril 16, 2013 at 10:20 PM

    Great!! The 2nd stanza....oh wish I was there now!! Really felt that one...

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    1. lumdog2012April 17, 2013 at 10:05 AM

      Thank you Pirate. I'm on my way there in a couple of days.

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  6. AnonymousApril 16, 2013 at 11:47 PM

    yes sometimes it seems pretty drap here in the midwest - like your take on the prompt -

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    1. lumdog2012April 18, 2013 at 10:26 AM

      Thanks Steven. Yeah, I love all the color there.

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  7. kymmApril 17, 2013 at 4:56 AM

    Love 'from the cobblestones to the church campanario'. Great post!

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    1. lumdog2012April 18, 2013 at 12:06 PM

      Thank you kymm. I was happy when I came up with that line, especially when I realized that "campanario" sounded much cooler than bell tower.

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    2. kymmApril 18, 2013 at 3:03 PM

      Infinitely cooler. But you have to go with bell tower when your talking Poe.

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    3. lumdog2012April 19, 2013 at 4:17 AM

      Haha! I'll remember that. :)

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  8. DraugApril 17, 2013 at 6:09 AM

    You really set a wonderful scene here. I wish it would continue!

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    1. lumdog2012April 18, 2013 at 12:07 PM

      Thanks Draug. I think I will be writing more about Mexico. It's so lovely, nothing like what is portrayed in the movies.

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  9. TrifectaApril 17, 2013 at 6:49 AM

    I love the comparison of the buildings and the people having the same healthy colors. Great descriptive words!

    Thanks for linking up!

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    1. lumdog2012April 18, 2013 at 12:09 PM

      Thank you so much. And I am happy to link up as this is such a great site, with the nicest group of people.

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  10. AnonymousApril 17, 2013 at 1:40 PM

    you brushed your canvas brilliantly with your artistry, LD!

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    1. lumdog2012April 18, 2013 at 12:10 PM

      Jody, thank you for saying such a nice thing! :)

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  11. GinaApril 17, 2013 at 2:28 PM

    It truly is as if you're painting this visual for us instead of writing. I love Mexico. Beautifully done, lumdog!

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    1. lumdog2012April 18, 2013 at 12:11 PM

      Gina, thank you for such kind words. I really appreciate when you stop by.

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  12. AnonymousApril 18, 2013 at 8:56 AM

    Great use of the prompt, connecting color in so many different ways to Mexico and mexicanos. Nice writing!

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    1. lumdog2012April 18, 2013 at 12:13 PM

      Thanks so much. I struggled for a while to weave those seemingly disjonted thoughts together.

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  13. katie eggemanApril 18, 2013 at 12:06 PM

    What a beautiful picture you paint of Mexico, would that it was true of citizen of the country. It is a hopeful poem.
    Katie atBankerchick Scratchings

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  14. AtreyeeApril 18, 2013 at 1:05 PM

    Loved the way you painted this word picture Lumdog & the last line is simply superb!Beautiful picture to complement your poem:-)

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  15. AnonymousApril 18, 2013 at 3:55 PM

    Through closed eyes I can see myself there.... Gorgeous. It reminds me of my fabulous holiday to Italy thirteen years ago. Richness of colour and diversity.... Ooooh I want a holiday now!!!! Lovely poem :-)

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  16. Ann BennettApril 18, 2013 at 4:44 PM

    Beautiful poem, it made me think of great beauty and I wanted to go to old Mexico.

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  17. BCIJoApril 19, 2013 at 4:38 AM

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  18. AnonymousApril 19, 2013 at 12:48 PM

    Really enjoyed reading this, the comparisons and descriptions - a great jumble of colour.

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