The Quiet One

No giggles
no laughter
but there’s a whisper
there
Hidden eyes
see between
delicate droplets
peering out
from dark spaces
as the whisper
says again and again…

Don’t see me.

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The Invitation

Soft as fleece
light as feathers
downy fronds
gather and cluster
promising rest
and comfort
in a loving
green embrace

Come
Lie down
Stay a while

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Fun and Games

Little giggles
and quiet titters
in the spot where
shadows
meet light
and moss drapes
while delicate tendrils
of vines and roots
tangle together

I hear you
I’m waiting
Come play

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Oxygen

Breathless moments
take a pause
rough bark
against resting hand
as head tilts back
and peace is found
in delicate needles
reaching overhead.

Exhale.

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The Ancient One

Old and wizened
he sits and waits
for those that find him
to greet with respect
and reverence
and for those that
worship at his feet
the wealth of
his blessings
spring forth
in the flutter of wings
and sweet swell
of the forest
upon the senses

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Tender Beginnings

Little buds kiss the air
offering promises
of flourishing growth
and warmer weather
as pink tips stretch
and begin to swell
reaching for the sun
soon leaves will stretch
and open wide
and buds will unfurl
to flutter
petal soft blossoms
in balmy morning
breezes

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