Pronouns
are like
water
While
not as
flavorful
As
other
beverages
It’s
a fresh
element
That’s
a big
deal
When
you try
living
Without
them
Pronouns
are like
water
While
not as
flavorful
As
other
beverages
It’s
a fresh
element
That’s
a big
deal
When
you try
living
Without
them
In a realm where the Eye gazes far, the Ear listens softly, and the Hand crafts tirelessly, discord arises among the body’s parts. It’s the Gut, with grumbly wisdom, that reminds them of their indispensable unity and the strength found in their diversity.
I’m longingfor cold water springstripping down canyon creeks,for birdsongs accompanyingmountain trail runs,for air that carriesthe sound of rebirth. I cravewarm sun kisses,freckled cheeks watching,colorful kites catchinggentle wind,open skies unfoldinga promise of play. Our winter freezehas lingered far too long,has kept us indoors,has doomed us to scrollingthrough false memoriesof better days. It’s past timewe gather,we collect,we…
I wake… no rushno beepno buzzno meetingsno emails…just…because Bacon sizzlingegg yolksslightly runnymy breakfastso warmon this calmsunny morning No commuteNo rushno schedulein sightI meanderI wander…this dayfeelsjust right No tasksto completeno deadlinesto meet…just… stretching legsstretching timein the warmsummer heat Lunch in the shadewith family with friendscheckersthen chesstoss a ballthen a snooze…I’ve got plentyof timemay this daynever end…
You said, “You’re not quite what I had in mind.”A gentle blow, biting like a snake.“You’re very… you,” you added, acting kind,A gentle wink that screamed for heaven’s sake. I’ve crushed my job, my love, my dream, my loans,All returned with a sneer or ghostly shrug.My inbox groans. My phone just echoes tones.My confidence? A listless,…
A Time to Laugh Disciples fished all night,nets heavy with nothing.“Try the other side,”He called from shore.They cast again,nets bursting with silver.“Leave it to Him,”Peter shook his head,grinning wide,“to outfish the dead.” Thomas stood, arms crossed,eyebrows raised.“I’ll believe when I see.”Jesus held outHis hands.“Touchand see.” Martha clattered pots,stirred, salted, simmered.Mary satstill at His feet,unhurried, unbothered.“She’s…
Each hour hums hidden, harmonious parts.Dawn’s golden glow sets the tone.Mid-morning’s melody swells as chords connect.Noon’s refrain rests then repeats strong.Afterwork’s cadence slows, scales unwind.Golden notes sink, dusk softly fades.