Life . . .

Life . . . we should appreciate all that is good

But sometimes there are challenges that are misunderstood

Do these hurdles in life really make us strong?

Are they lessons . . . lessons that are life long?

It’s so hard when the people who are close

Get hit with a double or triple dose

But what we can do is be there in need

And give hope and encouragement so they can proceed

So on those days when it’s hard to put on that smile

Think hard . . . think of all in your life that is worthwhile

Some things in life are just out of our control

And these are the times we need to dig deep into our soul

It’s not always easy . . . in fact it can be tough

But keeping that energy positive . . .  surprisingly enough

Will not only get you through . . . but you will achieve

And more importantly . . .you will BELIEVE!

Dawn

Drinking coffee while looking out my window in the wee early mornings, inspired this poem!

Dawn’s dark morning sky

Silhouettes ready to illumine

Welcoming . . . new day . . . fresh start

The Bike Ride

Adjusting the gears and then the seat

Peddling through traffic on the concrete street

Soon all the “city” noises will soften . . . will cease

As I get on the path and hear the quiet peace

The exchange of the views and the sounds

A completely different world . . . it surrounds

Taking me inside so I can feel

Nature’s beauty and all her appeal

The wind talking to me through bushes and trees

Branches dancing and waving creating a cool breeze

The birds some I see . . . but some are obscure

But the songs they are singing just add to the allure

It’s early yet . . . so few flowers are in full bloom

But in a month or so all will change I presume

I hear the rustle of branches and for a moment . . . I fear

But then I see it’s nothing more . . . than a beautiful deer

The time just flies and I can hardly believe

After miles upon miles it’s time for me to leave

It’s really a magical place here in the woods

So much better than riding in neighborhoods!

Lilacs

Lilac bushes in spring time bloom

Each branch, each cluster a perfect plume

Two colors revealed . . . purple and cream

Make a perfect addition to nature’s theme

The fragrance in the air is so defined

Take time to enjoy . . . but keep in mind

These beauties are short lived. . . sadly don’t last

So savour them . . . before they’re a thing of the past!

Last Day thoughts

It’s hard to believe . . . is day 31 really here?

Thinking back how silly there was worry and fear

It wasn’t that I thought I would have nothing to say

More just the commitment of writing something each day

But funny each day as I sat down to write

The words would come out feeling kinda right

Sharing thoughts both silly and deep

Reading comments made . . . made my heart take a leap!

I looked at the titles of others and felt connected

And sure enough after reading each one it was exactly what I expected

I hope the words I wrote back showed I was in touch

More importantly that you shared . . . thanks so much!

It was an incredible experience but like I’ve said

All good things come to an end . . . but I’m looking forward looking ahead

To the Tuesday slices of life that will continue all year

And I hope that each of you will also be here!