Silver Tide

Last night the Blood moon, a luminous red marble, stunning and simple.  Today a quiet house, a break in the rain and opportunity to write a bit, and even though my "to do" list is longer than I can possibly accomplish, I take a break and spend time drinking coffee and staring out the window, … Continue reading Silver Tide

Slated for the Shadows

If I lay my hand
 Flat against the surface,
 Palm down
fingers dipping in the salty wetness,
 I can almost feel her moving.

 And if I hold my face to the wind
 I can almost feel the 
wisp, the whiff, her breath
 Against my cheek,
tiny droplets fine and silky.

 I can hear her breathe,
 See her … Continue reading Slated for the Shadows

Poem #27

A poem a day in April!  This is my 27th poem.  Ever.  A Notable achievement if I don't say so myself.  (Do you see the prompt there?) It is a lovely afternoon We promise the dog To go for walk And find ourselves On the docks. The docks A favorite place For a sunny walk … Continue reading Poem #27

Poem #26

As I continue writing a poem a day in April, I am extra observant of my surroundings, sights, sounds, textures, careful to avoid any curs lurking about.  (Did you see what I did there - snuck in the WORST prompt word ever...) Last night was a special dinner.  My youngest daughter who was here off … Continue reading Poem #26