Silent Scream
Why is it
I have to fight
to be heard
for even the
smallest
of things
while those
louder
and brasher
get noticed
and helped
with ease?
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Gideon’s Challenge – The Departure
The Departure
Where
are you going
in such a hurry
that you leave
a trail
of dust
in your wake
as others
left behind
settle in
to watch
the show
without you
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Gideon’s Challenge – Hidden Sweetness
Hidden Sweetness
Sweet like honey
just a little taste
as tiny flowers
are pulled
from flower heads
for one bit
of sweetness
at a time
as we lie
in the grass
daydreaming
together
Photo © ZenStatePhotography
Gideon’s Challenge – Lost and Found
Lost and Found
Moving
through the fog
the world
feels gray
and you ask
“how are you feeling?”
but there’s
no answer
only empty gray
until above
the slightest
glimpse of blue
reminds me
that everything
will be okay
Photo © ZenStatePhotography
Gideon’s Challenge – Mind the Thorns
Mind the Thorns
Fragrant moments
spent alone
wandering
among silken petals
and sharp points
that promise
to make you bleed
if you get
too close
so scent
the sweetness
but do not touch
for these beauties
will bite
Photo © ZenStatePhotography
Gideon’s Challenge – Lil’ Shokz Holder
Lil’ Shokz Holder
A little guardian
just for me
a bit of green
that lives
in a tree
brought to live
inside my home
to cling on tight
to what I own
and keep my music
safe and sound
for when I’m home
not wearing it ’round.
Twisting the Leaf 