Walking on the beach of long ago, the constant roll of the gulf, it’s sound, like a lullaby.

There is my shadow, A dark outline of this body And yet, it also holds,

The red cardinal high in a tree, caught my attention with his melodious chirp on my daily walk.

Perhaps it is the mind separating things into this and that. Perhaps it is the mind with it’s preferences

I remember your smile, your laugh,… you gave so freely. It’s hard that you are gone. I sigh and walk along the bay.

Birds flying here and there, landing on branches to chirp and bare, their heart. A private club among the trees with their own private code.

You may not know what you’ll do next: Hit the open road With your thumb stuck out. Give up all you own

On a walk this morning, the rocky cliffs that reach the blue-green sea, talk of strength today.

Firefly shine your light, Brighten my life, Lead the way, through The meadows, in my mind. Firefly, float so high,

When you are not here An empty heart full of fear Arises and wonders If I will see you again. What will I do without

In the rustle of leaves the wind plays a tune, the change of season is on the horizon. It asks permission

Time passing by now In a blink of the eye, In the clap of a hand, In the chirp of a bird, In a flash of light

The lines in my hand, Were read once, By a gypsy, who Predicated a long life... But with many interruptions.

My heart is a good heart, It beats strongly And works hard, To keep me alive. My mind is a good mind,

On the brink of leaving, To go beyond These borders And say good-bye, To all you know,