The perks to living in a river city are largely ones of aesthetics and mood and philosophy. Ambiance, if you will. Attitude. State of mind. Peace of mind. The advantages aren’t material; they’re bigger than that. More vital. Rivers are wise, yet fierce. Their beauty is quiet and chaotic, changing pace quicker than a hummingbird’s tissue-thin wings. Rivers remind me of nineteenth century English literature, or of the early twentieth century’s John Cowper Powys. Romantic, desolate, abiding. Cosmic. Or, in the words of Herman Hesse: “The river is everywhere.”
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Very nice meditation on rivers! One of my favorite river quotes: You can never step into the same river, for new waters are always flowing into you. Heraclitus.
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Thank you! That is a wonderful quote! Thanks for sharing it, I’ll have to add it to my quote bank.
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Love the view of the skyline at night. Beautiful!
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The Queen City’s skyline is best viewed at night from across the river. It’s okay during the day, but is marvelous once the sun starts setting!
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