Table for Two
The meeting wasn't planned.
The green heron and the goose
dropped in separately.
They were after the same thing,
but shared the space peacefully.
Each needed only a portion
to satisfy its hunger.
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Thursday, June 29, 2023
Tuesday, June 27, 2023
Small Gifts
Small Gifts
Small gifts appear
throughout the day.
A butterfly stops by.
A bird breaks into song.
A new flower blooms.
Small gifts bring immense joy.
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Place of Peace April 21-August 19
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Thursday, June 22, 2023
Lean
Lean
I am inclined to lean.
Sideways so I can see around an obstacle.
Back in a chair when I need to think.
Forward when I'm engrossed in a conversation.
and, on all those who offer their support.
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Tuesday, June 20, 2023
Storm Damage
Storm Damage
They would have fallen anyway.
But, I might have had them
a few more days.
Instead, the wind and rain came through.
Cut short our time together.
There was nothing I could do.
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Thursday, June 15, 2023
Nature Makes Me Smile
Nature Makes Me Smile
I see a fish in a tree.
The tree is upside down.
Clouds float nearby.
A bit of sky may show through.
The scene is setup by the sun.
At times like this, nature makes me smile.
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Tuesday, June 13, 2023
Different Paths
Different Paths
There are many paths.
Some end after a few steps.
Others let you roam before
they force you to backtrack.
Leave you concerned about
which way to turn.
Don't give up.
Try different paths until
you navigate the maze.
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Thursday, June 8, 2023
Life Cycle
Life Cycle
From bud to bloom
to shriveled petals,
the cycle ends too soon.
It reminds me I should
bask in the sun
as often as I can.
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Tuesday, June 6, 2023
Garden Show
Garden Show
I have a trio in my garden.
The members don't sing,
but they make me take note
of their bright color.
When they team up with the wind,
they swing to and fro and
may even take a bow.
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