Shadows

Did you ever think about shadows? They have no substance, yet they have shape. They are two-dimensional, but can wrap around the edge of a three-dimensional object. There are no identifying details.
We identify most objects because they are lit, but a shadow is formed by the absence of light. Geometric shadows can be misleading in that the shadow of a cube can be a hexagon and the shadow of a pyramid can be a square. Similarly, shadows of people can change their shape depending on the time of day and how they face the light.
The same shadow can also evoke a sense of fear to one person and security to another. Some may find shade in the shadow of a tree or building while others find danger.
Children like to chase their shadows until they find there is nothing there and if they turn around, the shadow is gone.
Shadows can actually give life and character to someone. This shadow, for example, gives life to the boot. It causes us to imagine the rest of the story which will be different for everyone who sees it. How about you?