Image Credit Sarah Whiley I am in the liminal state of wanting to stay and needing to go. I want to hit the road and find new out-of-the-way places. There is no substitute for traveling the road less taken, To do new things and see a few unfamiliar faces. I want to go where there... Continue Reading →
Photo Challenge from Mindlovemisery's Mengaerie George and Susan walked to the bar where they could always find a kind word from someone. Their friend, Harry, established the Bird Haven, especially for people who know how to see the humanity of others and who don't think that being nice demonstrates weakness or frailty of heart. The... Continue Reading →
Image Credit: Suefeldberg At one time or another, we all crave the approval of someone. To not receive it feels like being run through by a staghorn. So, we must learn how to free our minds of such a token necessity, So we can find the prize of peace and no longer be weary and... Continue Reading →
Image Credit: John Towner @ Unsplash The beauty of the sunset, gold shining on the water. Reminded me of that first garden from long ago. What it must have been like to walk beside the Creator, Savoring all the beauty that nature had to show. Hurrah for us that we are still loved despite our... Continue Reading →
Bailey lay in the sand, suffering the doldrums because of the craziness of the humans arguing politics at the beach around him. He couldn't understand how they could be so angry in the bucolic setting of mountains, lots of trees, warm sand, and the ocean. What is it with these guys? Can't they just relax... Continue Reading →
Image Credit: Masahiro Miyagi via Unsplash Embarking on a journey of over a thousand miles, The intensity of my anticipation never stops growing. But the thought of going solo triggers my anxieties, And overcoming the panic means courage showing. So, like a caterpillar bursting forth into a butterfly, I board the plane and take my... Continue Reading →
In her sepia sweater, Juliette sits back to take a break from the responsibility of caring for her mother. It seems she is ensnared by all the work that constantly needs doing. But as one of the henessars of this world, Juliette does her duty without complaining and with great love. You can search the... Continue Reading →
The tycoons of industry and technology are Swaying the politics of our nations. They're blatherskites, the whole lot, As they spew lies and misinformation. It’s hard to be indifferent to what they say, Because the truth is becoming obsolete. They become wealthier every day, While their workers can’t afford to eat. Owning the news and... Continue Reading →
James had a peculiar feeling to venture outside. But he had so much work to do! Yet, he would find no peace until he obeyed. As he walked toward the beauty of the lake, his body relaxed anew, and his muscles unknotted. He realized that being in nature was germane to his good health, physical... Continue Reading →
From the Rodin Museum in Paris, May 2023 I'm hoping to grab your attention When you even deign to come to class. I don't wish to see that you are downloading Photos of shoes or underwear, as by you I pass. I am trying to teach you how to think, And I don't wish to... Continue Reading →
Help from Heaven 