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In All my Dreams I Drown - Part I

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  1. Anataron
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    I have to say it is fantastic to see you posting something again; and something as well thought out and executed as this on top of it.

    Really enjoyed the thoughts and themes you brought up in this; and the way you presented them - Riverwood was a great choice for the never changing parts; and I really liked the way you compared how quick something can change to the Butterfly fluttering its wings... Wonderful to see Saga once more; very happy about that

    Great Images aswell; and I do like the Song at the End..
    1. Kayol
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      Thank you very, very much!

      By the way - you do realize this set would have never been created were it not for your encouraging message? Consider it yours, my friend. As a token of my gratitude.
    2. Anataron
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      Shhhhh.. erhm.. and Edith is scolding me for bad behaviour .. thank you kindly for the dedication .. or something
  2. wolfgrimdark
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    Ah this was a pleasant surprise indeed although I had some idea when I saw you on Flickr. The choice of Riverwood reminded me of a movie (which of course I can't recall right now). It was about a kid who always watched old sitcoms and wanted that timeless, perfect life. He used a remote and got pulled into it, along with his sister. It was BW and perfect. But then his sister brought in emotion and passion ... and color. And the timelessness was lost.

    Anyhow the sleepy little sitcom town that never changed reminded me a lot of how you described Riverwood. I thought it was perfectly done. You have always had such a way with words. Words in your skilled quill flow like a dancer, enticing, teasing, whirling, and twirling with elegance as they pull the reader into your thoughts and story. A true word smith and why I look forward to your wonderful stories.

    Enjoyed the images very much as well as the words and they captured that safe, secure world of Riverwood with their innocent nature. Until the dream broke and reality stepped in. The darkness and shadow that is the other side of the coin. The images captured that as well.

    Thanks for sharing some more of your work Kayol, always a pleasure!
    1. Kayol
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      Damn! And here I thought I was so sneaky... yeah, following you on Flickr after several months of absence could give the surprise away, huh?

      I think I've seen a show similar to that - there was definitely a kid dragged into the world of some film (or a video game?)... I need to check that out, maybe I was unconsciously inspired by that idea.

      Thank you a lot for your kind words!
    2. wolfgrimdark
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      Got it - Pleasentville with Toby Maguire:

      https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pleasantville_%28film%29

      :-)
  3. Amevenastral9
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    My kindred spirit hath returned! You ( and my beloved Saga) were well missed Miss Kayol Darkling! This episode is just so beautiful on so many levels...each word I took to heart without struggle as if they knew their way instinctively and they will likely keep up residence there for some time. Every image was inspired poetry achieving artistic glory!
    You have been and most likely will always be..one of my most favorite posters... there is so much to your Work that I can relate to...its truly as if I can see the inner web of thought, the essence of the concept in its myriad of shades ( light to dark) ...and that my dear is a rare thing. I hope I have not embarrassed you with such high praise but I would be other than who I am if I were not to say. And believe me when I say, I could have said Much more....Thank you for sharing this amazing piece! Take care!
    1. Kayol
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      You are making me blush, dear! I am overwhelmed, I mean it. Thank you so much for so many kind words!
  4. Kamikazekossori
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    Such intriguing thoughts and memories appear to Saga in her sleep, thoughts on how little is needed for things to change and how those things sometimes change in ways that one does not expect or can not predict, that things do not often sit still in the way one wants, a flutter of delicate wings having quite the effect. It seems her subconscious is quite wise in its warning for her among the ever-changing world around her. It is wonderful to see you and your unique style of storytelling on the nexus again, my friend ^^
    1. Kayol
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      Thank you very much for your encouraging words, dear! It's good to be back, indeed. Oh yes, Saga is a troubled one, isn't she? Or is it just that I enjoy tormenting her?
  5. Nataly1q2w3e4r5t
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    It is so great to see you again! It has been some time and so cool to see your and Saga return!
    Very interesting, thoughtful artful work with awesome shots. when I saw the images on Flickr I admit, I became a bit scared for Saga, seeing her surrounded by skulls... good thing it was a dream. I laso enjoyed seeing young Saga childhood, she was such cute, carefree kid... sadly, no one can stay carefree forever, so she has new life, and it definitely not a life she had in Riverwood!
    The parallel with butterfly was very interesting. I would be very curious to see Saga new adventures. since she had lots of work to do in Skyrim...
    1. Kayol
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      Hello there, Nataly, it's good to see you, too! Oh yes, Saga (and me, too) has still some business to deal with - hopefully, this time she would be able to finish all of it.
      Thank you very much for your kind words!
  6. Eiskristall7
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    Besides your perfect writing and your beautiful way of chosing word the images are pretty brilliant and from a very high quality.

    You've clearly been missed.
    1. Kayol
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      Oh dear, now I'm blushing... thank you very much for your kind words!

      And yes, it is good to be back.
  7. Liadys
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    So good to see a set from you again ! Beautiful imagery as well as awesome tale to go along with them ! Nicely done !
    1. Kayol
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      Thank you very - both for the compliments and a warm welcome!
  8. Lufel
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    Beautiful set, character, location and song! Love it <3
    1. Kayol
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      Aww, thank you very much for your kind words!
  9. Corfus
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    Wonderful set, great images telling a very beautiful tail, great stuff
    1. Kayol
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      Thank you so much!
  10. kiparisova
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    Glad to see you and your stunning work, Kayol! <3
    1. Kayol
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      Glad to be back! Thank you, dear!