Morning Dew
Tiny worlds
full of life
with dew drops
and green
as damp soil
wood and moss
welcome
a new day
and another
raindrop
to glisten upon
saw toothed bits
Gideon’s Challenge – Morning Dew
Gideon’s Challenge
Gideon’s Challenge – Not Enough
Not Enough
It feels like
every day
the gas tank
is empty
again
and we’re
looking for change
between sofa cushions
for a mile or two
more
before it’s
empty
once again
Photo © ZenStatePhotography
Gideon’s Challenge – Tension
Tension
Muscles flexed
without realization
tight and aching
but unacknowledged
until they
start to scream
and realization
comes
that a deep breath
is needed
slow in
and slow out
then again
to help the knots
let go
Photo © ZenStatePhotography
Gideon’s Challenge – Comforted
Comforted
A little cuddle
a tight
close hug
with softness
squished
in close
to the chest
familiar scents
in unfamiliar places
help wakefulness
drift
into sleep
as inner knots
release
Photo © ZenStatePhotography
Gideon’s Challenge – Pleased
Pleased
Artistry
in the design
is something
that isn’t seen
all that often
anymore
and yet
in the dirtiest
of places
is artistry
ignored
by many
and yet there
to be appreciated
Photo © ZenStatePhotography
Gideon’s Challenge – Release
Release
A tight bud
of protection
can only
take you
so far
before
it’s time
to open up
and breathe
as the air
ruffles
your hair
and fills
your lungs
Twisting the Leaf 