Sensory Overload
I wander among paths
of shadowed darkness
and take solace
in wet ground
squishing beneath
the soles of my boots
while the world
is filled with the dusk
of forest canopy
beneath overcast sky
and when sun breaks
I step free of the
forest’s embrace
and feel that the world
is too bright
Shifting Seasons
Lipstick vibrancy
gone withered
and bowed
as the spring
sips at youth
and uses
that sweet nectar
to grow
greater things
than early tulips
and as roses
replace crocus
summer’s heat
begins to grow
Together
Tangled sheets
and dented pillows
as sunlight
shines
through
shrouded windows
cracks in the walls
and dented chairs
don’t look
too close
for carpet hairs
but if you are there
it’s paradise
another night
in paradise
Breath Taking
Take a moment
to slide down
to ass on damp log
and let air
flow in
and out
as you catch
your breath
and stare up
through draping
bits of green
to watch
the golden glow
of day’s end
begin to fade
A Gift of Sunshine
A gift of vibrancy
and bright cheer
sits on the table
very near
and every day
upon my waking
they say hello
and ease the aching
of darkness’ reach
and chronic pain
when sunny flowers
say hello again
thank you, my friend
for the beautiful and uplifting gift
even if you never see this
my appreciation knows no bounds
Morning Rituals
Self care comes
in many forms
with yogurt
made with real fruit
and no additives
with vitamins
for nutrition
with advice given
in the sweet whisper
spirit guide’s voices
through imagery
on paper cards
and uplifting
messages
within the glow
of soft morning light
Twisting the Leaf 