I have a heart condition that has not affected my life very much. I am on no medication, but my heart is enlarged. Yet, I can go on eight-mile hikes with Douglas and not feel any effects of the heart disease. But, I am slowing down these days and so fatigued that some days I... Continue Reading →
The sound of music, Euphonic candy to me. Body in motion. Written for RonovanWrites Weekly Haiku Poetry Prompt Challenge #244: sound and motion.
Answers to questions for Share your World from Sparks from a Combustible Mind for week of March 11, 2019. Very interesting questions. If Heaven exists, what would you like to hear God say when you arrive at the Pearly Gates? If you don’t think Heaven nor God exists, you might want answer by saying something... Continue Reading →
A Wall of Flowers in Quarteria, Portuagl, near the marina. Posted for the Flower of the Day Challenge by Cee's Photography. This picture was taken in May or June in Portugal. They hid the marina from view. Seeing them was such a delight.
I am thinking of ways to fill my days, as I want to still be productive. I have decided to revisit an old exploit: public speaking. I loved public speaking, which surprised many of my friends. I had spent much of my childhood trying to minimize contact with others. Then, one day, I attended a... Continue Reading →
Down below the ocean view Is another world to explore, A universe so vibrant and lovely Of flora, fishes, and much more. The elemental colors of nature, Reds, blues, oranges, and yellows, Leave our spirits in such ecstasy That we return from below quite mellow. Poetry written for the Genre Challenge #6 from The Haunted... Continue Reading →
David and Renee walked along the seashore, enjoying the sweet sensations of the water on their bare feet. The coastline seemed to go on forever. Enjoying the elemental beauty of the ocean, mountains, palm trees, and just being together, they were surprised that they had walked eight miles, or nearly thirteen kilometers! They turned around... Continue Reading →
These are pictures taken in Sevilla, Spain that catalogue the different municipalities in Spain. They are so colorful, with each having a theme that best represent the area listed. People from the various places would take pictures in front of their areas. Douglas, my husband and travel partner extraordinaire, liked the colors of Valencia, and... Continue Reading →
The shadow of the moon danced on the lake, And I was mesmerized at its amazing charm. It was a night full of love and romantic wonder, As I waltzed the night away in your arms. What laughter we shared, with no audience around, Just the man in the moon smiling his delight. I knew... Continue Reading →
I walked through the magnificence of the forest, Seeking a tranquil place to sit and reflect. I found a well-hidden spot through the trees That in its solitude and beauty was perfect. There was a cleared space next to the water. Everything had a lovely purple sheen. It felt like a place reserved for royalty,... Continue Reading →
Help from Heaven 