As I look out over the autumn garden Sadness clings to me Like the petals of the fading marigolds Time for bed Life cannot go on without rest I whisper my thanks As I place a layer of mulched leaves Giving cover to the tired soil I give thanks for our summer mornings together MeContinue reading “Autumn Garden”
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The Gift of Trees
I admire trees The manner in which they bend As winds howl through And what once seemed immobile Sways like a dancer Moving to and fro with grace In choreographed precision With the forest of partners In its company I admire trees The way they stand proudly Naked, grey, their true winter selves Reaching forContinue reading “The Gift of Trees”
Shattered Silence
Sitting on cool granite Sun streaming warmth upon me Capturing an image of a stalwart baby pine Relishing the peace The beauty The generous gifts of nature I drink deeply of healing mountain air Startled then Panting Rapid panting A warm body pressed against my back Wetness now on the back of my arm TwistingContinue reading “Shattered Silence”
Little Pine
Hey, little pine tree! Growing here upon this granite outcropping Stretching up toward the sun Surviving the wind Thriving despite imperfect soil A beautiful display Of luscious green Bending gently with the wind Your branches speak of strength Sturdiness and resilience Hey little pine tree! What lessons might I learn If I but pay attention?
The Viburnum
My dad kept popping up in my thoughts I was planning a summer picnic More than once, when asked who was coming I included my dad. In fact, I said, “And, of course, dad!” The summer family picnic Was always held in August To celebrate dad’s birthday He loved the get togethers in his honorContinue reading “The Viburnum”
Choices
The sky beckons My gaze upward The pillows of white Invite comfort Invite peace The blue calls out clarity Purity Fragility The sky beckons My gaze upward The cascading water Calls out adventure Join the fun Take the plunge The waters Join, merge As they frolic Down the riverbed Cool, refreshing Rushing along Going somewhereContinue reading “Choices”
Tears Unbidden
A few times Maybe more than a few Okay, a big handful of times Tears have come unbidden They have flowed recklessly Defying my commands Unhidden by my wiping hands They have poured out From a place deeper Than my mind Beyond my reach. Tears of the Spirit. 9/11 Memorial Service The first responders DressedContinue reading “Tears Unbidden”
Sunrise on Little Sunapee
Sunrise on Little Sunapee Each morning Everywhere It gently, slowly appears Over the eastern horizon Glowing faintly at first A mere hint Of what is to come As it begins to Illuminate the receding night sky. Hope appears in much the same manner Nudges which are barely detected Glimmers seen, then not Little surges ofContinue reading “Sunrise on Little Sunapee”
They Ask Permission
A Blessing for Caregivers
May you awaken after day’s new light Refreshed, rested and ready To take on the duties of your day May you find strength in the preparation Of morning meal Sipping your tea or coffee as you go Seeing in your cup Communion with the Divine Filling you with renewed love, patience and compassion As youContinue reading “A Blessing for Caregivers”
Crumbs for the Journey 