Relaxed
lie with me
in dappled sunlight
among the moss
wood sorrel
and clover
and watch
as the leaves
above
sway and dance
as they
announce autumn
by changing color
Gideon’s Challenge – Relaxed
photography
Gideon’s Challenge – Gratitude
Gratitude
autumn arrives
in splashes of color
that tumble down
from branches
and dance
among
the green grass
buffeted
by breezes
with a nip
that chills fingertips
and noses
for the first time
in months
Photo © ZenStatePhotography
Gideon’s Challenge – Need a Moment
Need a Moment
don’t open your mouth
and spout lies
as sunlight glitters
like diamonds
upon the sea
but just stand there
quietly
and let me
have a moment
of peace
where no one
and nothing
will be demanded
of me
Photo © ZenStatePhotography
Gideon’s Challenge – Too Tired
Too Tired
frazzled
and disjointed
I wait with
bated breath
for the clock
to hit end of shift
and my replacement
to step through
the door
as all I want
today
right now
is a nap
upon the floor
Photo © ZenStatePhotography
Gideon’s Challenge – Eagerness
Eagerness
as the sun dips
beneath the horizon
casting
golden rays
upwards
toward the clouds
I eagerly await
my return
to the comfort
and familiarity
of home
Photo © ZenStatePhotography
Gideon’s Challenge – Cramped
Cramped
tension comes
in tight quarters
as wheels hum
on pavement
and the feeling
of being
all elbows
comes to life
as space comes
at a premium
that makes me
long for
freedom
