Warm Sun

On the hillside, near the pond
he sat with furrowed brow
as he contemplated the travel
of the ladybug across the grass-blade highway
The sun was warm on her busy back…

Wings of Change

The affinity of angels
like a glue that holds together
keeps belief in loving miracles
afloat on wings of change
May the blessings of the ages
surround your presence
like a jeweled quilt of light
May the courage and persistence
of the eagle dining in the road
steel your stance in times of need
On the top of mountain peaks
or in the bed of meandering streams
the awe-filled heart
is nourished and loved
beyond any man-conceived measure

Fragrant Moment

A flower blossoms
but once
yet the plant flowers
many times
Each moment
is a new flower
Take good care of the plant
water it, nurture it
and bask in Spirit’s 
sweet aroma
blossoming each moment

Dancing Breezes

With birdlike beak, he sniffed the air
flapped his arms and stretched
then fluttered off to the next thought
which was very similar to the last
• • •
In a nest of pregnant stillness
where feathered thoughts circled
enough peaceful song arose
to keep him centered and content
• • •
On breezes still or dancing
his spirit soared in noisy silence
in anticipation of yet another day

Berry Berry Good

Life has been
berry, berry good to me
Juicy, luscious
so delicious
Even in winter
when berries are only
thinking of becoming
My mouth waters
as I discover anticipation
once more each year

• • •

What a gift is life!
What a treat are berries!
Once again, I am rendered
sense-more with gratitude