Author: Russell Smith
I was born at the American Hospital in Neuilly-sur-Seine, France. I find inspiration in the lives of so many people from Joan of Arc to Oscar Wilde. While my primary avocation is photography, I also enjoy philosophy, theology and most of all, history. My beloved wife, Robin Anne Smith, who passed away in 2013 is an inspiration to me. My beloved partner, Dana is also a great support and inspiration to me. I'd be remiss if I did not mention my cats: Maxwell, Nigel, Pirouette and GarGar.
Ragtag Daily Prompt: Mob
Even as the mob was marching on the Palace, King GarGar took Queen Pirouette by the arm and proceeded to walk through the garden.
Butterfly, October 20, 2020
This poor fellow has seen better days. Fortunately, the damage to his wings didn’t impair his ability to fly. Seconds after I hit the shutter on my camera, he took off like a bullet.
Butterfly, October 19, 2020
Ragtag Daily Prompt: Promises
The royal jeweler bowed low and then opened his case for King GarGar’s inspection. There were four brooches that His Majesty had ordered. One was formed in the image of Venus, while another was a lady and a heart; the third was of a man lying in a woman’s lap, while the fourth showed the same woman with a crown. Diamonds, emeralds, rubies and pearls imbedded in finely wrought gold, they captured the light in countless hues and tossed it back to beguile the beholder. It was no mystery who the woman in the brooches was; it was his wife, Queen Pirouette, the most beautiful woman in the world. The King had personally designed them and contributed the jewels from his personal collection.
“This promises to be Your Majesty’s greatest triumph,” said the royal jeweler.
Butterfly, October 18, 2020
In this tiny world, a little butterfly can be a giant. Note the hitchhiker on the tip of his wing.
Butterfly, October 17, 2020
Ragtag Daily Prompt: Mighty!
Can there be any doubt that King GarGar is a mighty warrior? He always returns from battle victorious, carrying the banners of fallen enemies before him. His triumphant homecomings are always a cause for celebration. Often Queen Pirouette will wait for him at the city gates. From there she will ride side by side with her husband who is always happy to share the glory with her. Their adoring subjects will wait all night in order to cheer them on in the morning.
Butterfly, October 16, 2020
