The stream ripples then is calm. The sun rises and then sets. Wind blows, and then ceases. Rain pours, mists then stops. Snow falls, melts, and is gone. Quakes tremble, and then settle. We tumult, tumble, and land on our feet. Then, We move forward
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Up and down Beer Mountain
Those that know me know that I like to climb mountains. I would consider my interest in hiking to approach the level of enthusiast. In the past several years, I have hiked several thousand miles, including over half of the Appalachian Trail. However, hiking was not one of my main interests several years ago. In […]
Mornings
I thought that the evenings would be the worst. But they do not even come close. They can be eased with drink, and chatter. They are soothed by the weariness of a work day. They can be managed with music. They are distracted by show and cinema. Nothing eases the morning loneliness of a cool […]
The Next Wave
I feel it inside of me before I am able to perceive it with my external senses. It feels like a thin, cold, snake made of steel is coiling around the bones of my skeleton. My breathing slows in anticipation of its arrival, and I grit my teeth. I feel light dampness on my skin, […]
The Power of Perception
Everywhere that I look Everything that I see Positivity Every place I glimpse Each direction gazed Beauty All areas I canvas In the world I survey Artistry Of the sites that I’ve been And views taken in Majesty Each point of attention All that greets my eye Incredibility Every direction I stare All spots where […]
HEARTBREAK advice.
Hang in there. Everything will be ok. All things will resolve. Remember to focus on yourself. Take some time off from work. Be sure to think positive thoughts. Remember, that you matter Everyone is looking out for you. Always reach out when needed. Karma, will always have an effect. Humbly yours, J
Broken Mirror
Before we were able to see ourselves via the photograph…… To view oneself, there were two clear parts in the act of looking in the mirror. One, quite simply, is the lookers decision to gaze into the glass, and for that person to place themselves in front of the reflective panel. The second part, is […]
The Waste (XIV)
Abigail maintained her daily vigil at the docks for weeks, each day persistently hopeful that one of the sailors would approach her and offer to take her aboard his ship, set sail upon the great blue ocean, and teach her the secrets of the fisherman’s craft. But despite her deep yearning and consistent attendance at […]
Mooooooooooooo!!!!!!!!!
Do you remember how much you enjoyed milk when you were younger? You don’t? Beg your pardon, but I was under the impression that the liquid staple for American children was milk? This may be changing in our current time, but for many decades, milk was the white, opaque, fluid foundation for solid bones and […]
Dinner Guest
Each setting carefully spaced alabaster dishes crystal glasses set with care and grace. Arrange with consideration each piece of silver sparkle and glimmer place with deliberation Every basket and bin ceramic and copper perfectly proper down to the ramekins Wooden table and chairs polished and clean shiny and pristine wait for a guest to sit […]