Swimming in the Rain
Today I swam in the lake while it rained. All around me people began to run for cover, packing their things madly, running for their cars, trying to stay dry.…
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PenH
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Mountain Oasis
The light on the water is amazing. It shimmers, it glimmers, and in the distance it glitters like snow on a moonlit night. By the shore it is clear, so…
A Heavy Air Day
It’s hot. It’s been hot the last few days. But today feels different. The air feels heavy-hot today, somehow pregnant with moisture. Heaven knows what percentage humidity is on the…
The roof of the world – almost
I sit on the top of the world. The sun slowly descends through the afternoon hours, it’s yellow glow warming the wall which in turn warms my aching back. I…
A Missed Opportunity…
OK. Today I am reflecting on how I keep messing up political discussions and opportunities. Excuse the french. I am someone who prides themselves on being able to communicate well.…
Remembering
A little island, under a tiny shelf, protected from the rain which falls all around. Good food and clear, crisp wine warm my too large belly. Droplets making teeny tiny…
Unseen Parenting
Last night my son had a nightmare. He’s been having a lot of them lately. I know it’s a phase and he’ll get past it, but those night time yells…