Monthly Archives: April 2026

An Island

Cerulean BlueA childhood bookIngested when I had no words for the worldMy imagination / My universeShe was alone, like meIsolatedMuteSurrounded by natureGazing out over the sky and seaWith a dog named RohuWhale bones her homeLike the bones of my ancestor … Continue reading

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Rise up or Dig in

Societal hope permeates Like steam from good coffeeBuilding a sense of relief The kids fold into city lifeBrotherly love of music and muralsBack in the arms of my craft circleSwimming in ingenuity and cultureFreedom of rapid transportationGives ease to growing … Continue reading

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Saffron dreams

Trees bathed in vinesSun baked architecture Red clay tilesAlabaster corridors Siestas mark middayLike two sleeps allowReflection. Art pervades the soulPunctuated with images of MaryDecorated livesHard work Married to Rest & Leisure Soul deep Murals give way toColorful cultureFull of lavish … Continue reading

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Favorite Color

The mind wakesEyes followOut of darknessThe warm glowExpanding visionThe light creeps forward Slow Quiet Illumination Sudden color surrounds The golden eye peaks openGlitter showers the pathThe sky expandsTo cast warm hues of Hope PassionAnd lingering calm.

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