Hollow Log

The hollow log
was home to many
and the breezes blew through
That dead old tree
gives life and sustenance
to the earth on the floor
of the living forest
Bugs and squirrels
burrowing or scurrying
winged or crawly
Pedal Pushing

Pedal Pushing

As muscles flex
and stretch to push
the pedals and my face
into the wind
The ache, the bite
awakens endorphins
and the rush helps push
further and further
Such sweet pain

Friends of the Past

Friends
Far off in time or space
soften my heart still
With friendship’s grace
without uttering a word
nor treading my step
I can conjure their faces
and love them fully
with no contact ever
I will carry them always

Gratitudes Grace

A sentinel of heart’s rejoicing
gratitude rang true
in all of my consciousness
Every ember of life’s passion
flamed bright
in the breezes caused
by fresh thoughts and epiphanies
Riding on the heels
of thankfulness
Blessings abound

Spring in Summer

Spring sprang
into summer this year
without a hitch
Soft summer nights
bolted after late rains
Edges of seasons blended
in a variety of ways
Keeping us ever surprised
a benefit of conscious living

Wheel of Life

Inspiration
Instigation
Integration
Celebration
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The wheel of Life
while fully engaged
turns round and round
and again…
Inspiration (epiphany)
Instigation (footwork)
Integration (new habit)
Celebration (gratitude)