Embrace that which comes with ease: The twinkling of an eye, The drumbeat of a heart, The blooming of a flower,

Cool breeze rustles through the tr… drifting into my open door and leads me to the window to see leaves falling with abandon. Highlights of red and gold lace

Harsh reality smacks like a slap of cold wind. Sometimes I’m a tough sailor, at the helm,

Orange full moon with a half smile, a hanging lantern, lighting the way, through dark streets,

This evening the blank, white page is open. My nerves are on edge, while a storm forms on the horizon.

As I enter my sixty-third year, Fall leaves grace the path I love, With hues of red, Gold and orange.

The many places I have been And countless faces I have seen, The many tales to be told, Into the universe, they unfold. It’s all a passing show,

Time passing by now In a blink of the eye, In the clap of a hand, In the chirp of a bird, In a flash of light

What is the happiest moment of the… When I make someone laugh When I am of use for the good When I show kindness When I hold a hand

When you are not here An empty heart full of fear Arises and wonders If I will see you again. What will I do without

Driving down the road, The song, “Let It Be” Came on the radio. Taking me back to Various scenarios.

Pale blue moon Of August, Peeking behind The clouds, Luminous,

The white snow lay gently on the ground in a swirl pattern. The sky, a slab of smooth grey stone.

Not sure where we are headed, Could be a long ride, Keep your heart steady, Open wide your eyes. There is something to learn

Firefly shine your light, Brighten my life, Lead the way, through The meadows, in my mind. Firefly, float so high,