Swimming in the Darkness
Swimming in the darkness.
Barely stay afloat.
A spot of light
comes into view,
Swimming in the darkness.
Start to take some strokes.
Since I've seen the light,
I know where I'll try to go.
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The growth begins.
It takes time.
Storms present challenges.
Not all that start will finish.
Those that do are life changing.
No Change
The temperature sinks.
Wind adds a chill.
Clouds keep the day gray.
The calendar says spring is here,
but the weather hasn't changed.
Feather Art
Folded wings come together
on the duck's back.
Create a design with feathers
dark and light.
Natural beauty that
gives me a lift.
Into the Wind
I feel the resistance.
May get pushed off course.
But, what hampers the flight
helps with the landing.
I heard a bird call
loud and clear.
I was certain it
was nearby.
Searched a tree
up and down,
around and around.
I found the bird,
which was very small.
I shouldn't have been surprised.
The power of a voice
isn't based on size.
Past the Time
Some hold on past the time
they should have gone.
They endure a cold
they were never
meant to know.
Get pelted by
ice and snow.
But, they won't let go
even as signs of
their replacements show.
Another Shore
Should we cross the lake?
Is there a place for us?
Will we feel safer there?
Are the good spots taken?
Are you ready to explore
possibilities on another shore?
Spring Returns
I can't wait
until spring returns.
The trees fill up.
The flowers come out.
Geese and ducks
and all kinds of things
bring us new life in spring.