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Mornings with Sammy
She stood in the cool of the morning, looking blissful. Her nose was twitching in delight, sniffing the breeze as it gently flowed. It was strange, because she did not attempt to look for anything. Her sole focus was on whatever she was smelling. The sun had recently come up, and there was fresh dew on the grass, sparkling like…
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Pinnacle
Reaching, always reaching – Touching the surface is not enough. Looking for hidden meaning, swirling depths. The current runs slowly, But never ceases. Staring in the pool, Seeing the reflection. What remains? The gloss of sunlit sparkle, As an echo in a dream. Reality not fleeting, Enfold me in its waves. – RG
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Susan’s Song
From the moment I was aware I heard your heartbeat. Its steady rhythm soothing and strong. Wrapped in the warmth of your love and protection – Always knowing you surrounded me. Then, one day I saw your face, Your eyes looking into mine. A miracle! My Mother. Your arms around me soft and sure. A beautiful face, reflecting your love.…
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Changes
Spinning soundlessly, arms outspread, Feeling the wind in my face and the grass under foot. Sunlight warming through the cotton shirt. Locusts singing in the trees. All the while watching the horizon – Knowing that today is different than yesterday. Sensing the change before it is seen. Catching my breath in expectation of the dream fulfilled. – RG
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Mental Mosaic
The moment stole upon me Sure and swift. It took my breath away. Recollections as strong as iron And as beautiful as stained glass – A myriad of shapes and sounds. I can nearly touch it, Yet, it is so elusive – Just beyond my fingertips. The longing is intense, The reckoning, as yet, unfulfilled. Someday it will culminate. So,…
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Beginning of July
July always starts out bittersweet. Today is my Dad’s birthday. The memories of him are strong and fine. As I bow my head today, it is with profound gratitude that he’s my father. I mean – I had no say in the whole thing; but if I did, I wouldn’t have wanted any other. God willing, we will be together…
