Can we watch a pandemic shake us And just return to the world as it was before? Or is this the final straw, That breaks our world down and lets it change. A world softened by an ongoing crisis Soft clay able to be molded by the people who live through it. Instead of looking... Continue Reading →
Spring Awake
Deep breaths and gentle breeze. Flower petals spinning and dancing through my dreams. Sun rising on a misty morning. Gentle rain clouds parting. World waking. Eyes opening to warming winds. New growth springs from the Earth as I rise from my bed. Header Photo Credit to Trek Earth https://www.trekearth.com/gallery/North_America/United_States/South/Texas/Greenville/photo169542.htm
Modern Day Paladins
Doctors and nurses suited up in scrubs. Wielding knowledge and medicine like blades and shields. Impenetrable walls between us and the sickness. Fighting the disease spewing pandemic by breaking though its scaly body. Bards will sing and share stories of your courage and your triumphs. While banners of red crosses and caduceus are held high.... Continue Reading →
Island Life (Haiku)
Island Life Is Sweet Animal Friends By My Side Building Paradise Header Photo Credit to Nintendo UK https://www.nintendo.co.uk/Games/Nintendo-Switch/Animal-Crossing-New-Horizons-1438623.html
Spring Growth
Dark clouds loom overhead. Sheets of rain fall to the Earth. The dry soil drinks up the water. Slowly the temperature warms. White snow becomes dark brown soil and then to green growth. The sun breaks through the clouds and shows off the beauty. Flowers will grow from last winter's death. Beauty is just the... Continue Reading →
March Forth (Haiku)
March Forth. Seize the Day. Make the World a Better Place. We Fight Together. Header Photo Credit to Albert Einstein College of Medicine http://blogs.einstein.yu.edu/an-m-d-student-reflects-on-the-power-of-helping-others/
Tapping On The Glass
Tapping on the glass. Can everyone here my message? Tap tap tap. Tapping out a code. Help me. Save me. Unable to escape. Tapping tapping tapping. The only one keeping me company is my reflection. Jealous they are on the outside looking in. Tap tap tap. Header Photo Credit to Arts University Bournemouth http://way.aub.ac.uk/entry/alia-hamaoui/
Thoughts Of The Wanderer
Wanderer I walk the path not knowing my destination. Traveler I seek a new destination far from here, but I'm not sure where. Searcher Something is missing but I do not know what will fill the void. Star Gazer Looking up to stare at the wonder and hoping something up there has the answer. Drifter... Continue Reading →
Valentine’s Day Haikus 2020
Valentine’s Day Haikus 2019 Fancy Date Tonight, I Brought A Dozen Roses, And A Teddy Bear. Valentine's Is Here, Heart Shaped Boxes Line The Shelves, Still Don't Have A Date. Cupid's Holiday, Feelings Of Love In The Air, Couples Share A Kiss. Spending Time With You, A Low Key Night On... Continue Reading →
Roses Are Red, Violets Are Blue Poems Part 2
“Roses are Red, Violets are Blue” Poems Roses are Red, Violets are Blue. Even in darkness, our true love shines through. Roses are Red, Violets are Blue. Your make up is amazing and I love your hairdo. Roses are Red, Violets are Blue. You are my good-luck charm like a lucky horseshoe.... Continue Reading →