Welcome to 2025!
The RXC banner has got a new look going by the majority vote.
I hope you all had a great time with family and friends and are now settling into regular routines.
PROMPT #361
I start the year with a translated couplet of Mirza Ghalib.
Original couplet
naqsh faryaadii hai kis kii shoKHii-i tahriir kaa
kaaGhazii hai pairahan har paikar-e tasviir kaa
Translation by Anisur Rehman
Whose crafty creation am I; the image implores โ
Every image stands enrobed โ but in paper robes
You can read more about it here.
The second line enraptures me.
โEvery image stands enrobed โ but in paper robes
Use the letter or spirit of the line in your piece. It would be great if you could capture what is unsaid in these lines.
You are most welcome to create an AI image or sketch something related to the theme.
The format of the piece is not restricted, and there is no last date either unless you wish to be featured in the Weekly Wrap.
We will not include any post that is found to be offensive, vulgar or hurts ordinary sensibilities. This needs to be a safe space.
Create a post on your blog and copy-paste the link in the Comments. If you use a pingback, check to see if it has worked.

this lead me sort of transcendentalist https://artieandstu.wordpress.com/2025/01/11/disrobed/
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Thanks, Artie!
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AI Art โ Reena Saxena
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Hi, Reena! Here is my contribution to your challenge: https://yvettemcalleiro.blogspot.com/2025/01/the-power-of-words-reenas-xploration.html
Yvette M Calleiro ๐
http://yvettemcalleiro.blogspot.com
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here is mine Reena
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Thanks, Mich!
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Here’s mine, Reena – Uniquely me
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Hi Reena,
Heres mine
Thanks
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My post for the Reenaโs Xploration Challenge #361: https://wherestoriescansparktheirmagic.wordpress.com/2025/01/03/cross-my-heart-and-hope-to-breathe/
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Thanks!
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Thanks, Diana!
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Thanks so much for your prompt, Reenaโฃ๏ธ
Here’s my contribution:
Much love,
David
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This was my favorite! So glad it got chosen. ๐
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Thank you so much for your precious vote!
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You’re welcome, Reena!
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Oh I love the new banner! And a wonderful challenge prompt as always, Reena! Thank you.
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So glad you liked it. Thanks so much, Suzette!
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