Winter 2024
Great scientific minds Working for cures Of terminal diseases, The clock ticks... What is the cure
As I walk along nature’s path The clouds appear luminous and nea… As if to hug and protect All earthly inhabitants. Turtles sunbathe on a floating log
Old friends walking on the beach, the waves bring in, memories, of carefree days;
Firefly shine your light, Brighten my life, Lead the way, through The meadows, in my mind. Firefly, float so high,
Sometimes wonder about a star, way afar. How life might be in outer space,
Inspiration is in the falling of rain, the soft coo of birds in late afternoon, the sinking of the
Pale blue moon Of August, Peeking behind The clouds, Luminous,
Remember goodness in the fire of e… Remember joy in the center of sorr… Remember love in the flood of hate… Remember courage in the pit of fea… It’s never too late.
As I age this last quarter of my life, I am fading into the background. As I let go of roles,
The chimes outside the pottery studio ring like a temple bell, calling the faithful to honor,
Soft gray clouds pass slowly by, Soon they will release a gift of r… Trees are shedding their leaves As they turn red, orange and yello… Signaling the squirrels to collect…
Pretend there is no tomorrow becau… there might not be. Live like there is only this momen… that is the truth. Nothing is solid but whispery,
Unable to be all things For all people, Perhaps at one time, I tried. Those days are
Life is not fair at times... But of course things Change quickly down the line, We are born into a No guarantee world.
When I grow really old I may have to do yoga Full time, to get out The aches and creaks. When I grow really old