Fight or Flight
It feels like
wanting to
run away
would be
paramount
in the chaos
and yet
instead
hiding
is sounding
so
much
better
writing poetry
Gideon’s Challenge – Imbalances
Imbalances
Jagged edges
blunted
by intermittent
cheerful moments
until
aggression
and anxiety
blend into
a strangely
cheerful smile
annoyingly bright
as insides
seethe
Photo © ZenStatePhotography
Gideon’s Challenge – Tenacity
Tenacity
There is nothing
more tenacious
than a weed
stretching tall
seeking
in a
long stretch
the kiss
of the sun
Except me
seeking out
the touch
of your love
upon my soul
Photo © ZenStatePhotography
Gideon’s Challenge – Time Flies
Time Flies
The green
begins to wander
away
so quickly
as fall
approaches
bit by bit
in small ways
that are
barely noticeable
when they
begin to
arrive
Photo © ZenStatePhotography
Gideon’s Challenge – Solar Plexus
Solar Plexus
Its not a mountain
it’s a volcano
stable
in a dormant state
waiting
with movement
far below
undetected
by anyone watching
but there
and ready to blow
when
least expected
Photo © ZenStatePhotography
Gideon’s Challenge – Relief
Relief
An exhale
as knots loosen
and muscles
unnoticed
in their burn
ease up
into a sensation
of melting
as the news
comes
is good
and the tension
of bracing
for the worst
lets go
Twisting the Leaf 