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

Standing at a crossroad Between this life And the next, Heart in hand I knock on that

As I age this last quarter of my life, I am fading into the background. As I let go of roles,

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

Some days you’re in bliss, Some days you’re in pain. Some days you’re up in the clouds, Some days you’re down in the flame… Some days you get what you want

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

Last night I dreamt that I floated above the clouds, above the earth and my heart

Soft gray clouds pass slowly by, Soon they will release a gift of r… Trees are shedding their leaves As they turn red, orange and yello… Signaling the squirrels to collect…

The chimes outside the pottery studio ring like a temple bell, calling the faithful to honor,

An owl hoots on this cool, crisp Spring night. A sound that’s distant yet echos

Driving down the road, The song, “Let It Be” Came on the radio. Taking me back to Various scenarios.

Red and gold leaves Falling, Sing to me Of the season of change, Before the snow,

Rolling painted deserts of the west. Shrub bushes dot sloping hillsides. Relentless sun heats up

Harsh reality smacks like a slap of cold wind. Sometimes I’m a tough sailor, at the helm,