Do you fly through the river or swim in the sky?
I’d like to know as I curve and dive through the air,
the kind-hearted wind gentle against my cheeks,
my
lithe tawny limbs caressed by the
soft nuzzle of a cloud gliding by.
Inspiration
A Poem for February 3rd: Yin Yang Universe
I’ll send starlight and bright comets across the sky
to show you the dazzle and joy you bring to my heart
I’ll string moments like stars spanning light-years of time
so that we can forever be together your emblazoned hand in mine.
A Poem for February 2nd
Is a slingshot more effective than a skipping stone
across a sleek sheet of water
dark and ominous from the storm above
A Poem for February 1st
Today’s poem is for inspiration during winter moments indoors when it is too cold outside, but we’re craving time in nature. The secret of the woods As a child I looked to wood nymphs for inspirationIt was the natural extension of observing the clouds,the light flickering through white soapy suds abovemy young bright eyesuntil they…
A Poem for January 30th: Inspired by Gloria Steinem
In Gloria Steinem’s book, My Life on the Road, I was surprised to read that she much preferred to write and observe. Public speaking was something she had to learn to feel comfortable doing. Even a community trailblazer like her started in unfamiliar territory.
A Poem for January 29th
I almost didn’t post today’s poem because of work, but I want to continue my daily poem series for hope during these troubling times in the world. Nature is always a comfort, and we can look forward to the first vibrant colors that will soon (in 7 weeks!) peak through the bleakness of winter. Mauve’s…