Refreshed

Awakened slowly
the world outside
is merely
a whisper
of sound
as the first
birdsong begins
and sunlight
kisses upon
unfurling leaves
with a promise
of something
new

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Enthralled

Tiny details
lost
to thousands
that pass by
each day
only noticed
when a pause
allows
for moments
to look closer
and truly
see
a world
hidden
within our own

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Ragged

Rough edges
should wear down
over time
like pebbles
in a stream
become smooth
and round
as water flows
over them
for decades
and centuries
and yet
sometimes
those rough edges
only get sharper
with time

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Satisfied

Lawn chairs
and lazy
afternoons
as the sunset
blazes
after mown lawns
and
finished chores
lie in
the rear view
and a little
iced tea makes
dark’s apprach
free
of worries

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Peaceful

The sweet scent
of spring rain
lingers
in the air
as clouds
skim
among treetops
in the
early morning
light

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Resistant

I will not
be held
responsible
for the
impulses
of others
that cannot
find a lick of
common sense
with which
to spare
themselves

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