It was ten years ago Almost to this very day That my world became brighter As you finally made your way A blink and a flutter Two gorgeous brown eyes A new life in this world To my delicious, delight I was transfixed in that moment Lost in the pool of your eyes Holding you, my precious girl As you gave out your first […]
Capturing the breathtaking power of nature
I got out the wrong side You know how you do. Then forgot in the shower If I had used the shampoo Tripped on the mat Hurt my big toe The tears flowed easily I was so full of woe The kids had their nag on They were going full tilt As cliche as it […]
Lead your Life before Life Leads You.
It starts off feeling easier, To just go with the flow. A safe and comfortable ease, And less use of the word no. You transform into a passenger, You ignore what you need. Even though this is your life, You give up the lead. You languish along, Your hands off the wheel. Your time up for grabs, Is now anyone’s to steal. Your navigation all gone, […]
The Seed of a Dream
It was a dream that was born, Many, many years ago. The tiniest of seeds, Its potential unknown. Just a stirring at first, A tug then a pull. Sending my attention, To a place I burst full. It was that incredible feel, As a child I knew well. Brimming with delight, As possibility starts to […]
Support for the creation of dreams
Not pretty like a flower, Majestic nonetheless. I gaze up at your structure, Admiring your prowess. You rose up on the corner, So sturdy and so strong. A hint at something new, About to come along. Mighty and dependable, You grace the new skyline. There for when they need you, Ready all the time. A […]
The surprising moment I reignited my childhood wonder
They both raced off ahead, Amidst squeals of pure delight. I wandered happily behind, Draped in glorious Winter sunlight. It’s warmth caressed my skin, A contrast to the breeze. The Winter chill most evident, In the shadow of the trees. I wrapped my arms around, An attempt to block the cold. Heading for the park bench, To […]
My Year Long Creative Indulgence
There was a time when I ached for this day to be reached, June 30th 2014. It was finally here and I was having mixed emotions. If you follow me on Facebook or Instagram you will know last week I took my final shot in a year long project. My personal challenge to take and publish a […]