Too Early
Rough waters
make for
a bumpy ride
even in
large boats
that appear
to glide
like ghosts
among misty
morning light
as the need
to nap tugs
but is left
unsated
Gideon’s Challenge – Too Early
Gideon’s Challenge
Gideon’s Challenge – Peaceful
Peaceful
Soft and squishy
a fragrant
carpet of needles
muffles every step
and makes
the world
seem quieter
than it has
any right to be
as the soft patter
of raindrops
sound off
like a very lazy
ticking clock
Photo © ZenStatePhotography
Gideon’s Challenge – Pre-Dawn
Pre-Dawn
A moment
of quiet peace
sitting still
with steam
slowly rising
to fill the air
with the scent
of chamomile
as the sun
rises
on a new day
that I’m
not at all
ready for
Photo © ZenStatePhotography
Gideon’s Challenge – Grumpy Bear
Grumpy Bear
Hidden anger
smolders
in early
morning hours
waiting
to find purchase
on something
that will allow
for that spark
to turn
into a blaze
but as morning
slips to day
the spark eases
instead of
consuming all
in its path
Photo © ZenStatePhotography
Gideon’s Challenge – Little Things
Little Things
Sweet and soft
moments of bliss
spent wandering
among the green
create
flushed cheeks
and calmed nerves
as perspectives
change
to see things
often missed
when the world
is loud
Photo © ZenStatePhotography
Gideon’s Challenge – Eager
Eager
Excitement sparks
with a sizzle
of impatience
and bright pop
of joy that
even raindrops
can’t quell
as the world
seems to quiver
with possibilities
Twisting the Leaf 