In Week 2.17 of Ecrits Blogophilia, Colleen Keller Breuning reflects on a busy week filled with work and family celebrations, including her mother’s 88th birthday. She shares a poetic piece titled “Summer Sonata,” inspired by the summer night’s beauty under the “buck moon,” capturing love and relaxation amid fleeting sunny days.
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Rescue Smile
The poem “Rescue Smile” reflects on the transformative love between the author and Dan, capturing their first date on a boat in Florida in 1987. The beauty of the ocean symbolizes freedom and safety, marking a turning point in her life from pain to cherished love. She expresses deep gratitude for their lasting bond.
Nights in Sedona
The content reflects on serene nights in Sedona, capturing the beauty of nature and love’s comforting embrace. It conveys an emotional connection to dreams and places yet to be explored, while the author shares personal updates and aspirations for future vacations. The writing style combines poetic imagery with a lighthearted tone.
Shiny Gold Coin
Colleen Keller Breuning reflects on life’s journey, emphasizing that luck does not solely dictate destiny. Her relationship with Dan emerged during her darkest moments, providing love and trust that transformed her life. This bond has grown stronger through challenges, symbolizing a “shiny gold coin” she cherishes forever.
Red Queen
The author expresses gratitude and deep love for her husband, Dan, in a heartfelt belated Valentine poem. Reflecting on their 37 years together, she recounts how he rescued her during a dark time in her life. Their special celebration at home further emphasizes their enduring bond and joy in each other’s presence.
Fandango
The post beautifully blends a whimsical poem about love with a personal reflection on overcoming a busy January. The author, Colleen, expresses relief at entering February and shares a day of self-care, shopping, and cooking, emphasizing the importance of grace and relaxation while acknowledging the pressures of time management.
Passion of the Soul
The poem “Passion of the Soul” expresses love, hope, and strength in relationships. The author reflects on the joy of having a caring partner and the precious moments with their grandchildren. After a busy trip, she encourages readers to take time to honor Memorial Day. The post also fulfills bonus challenges by incorporating Latin phrases and song titles.
Presence
Presence When anguish cuts like steely blade,Anxiety and pain invade.Those days when life becomes intense,I am grateful for your presence. Let’s seek our solace in the skies:Gold and crimson winter sunrise,Full moon fades to halves and crescents.I am grateful for your presence. You shower me with faithful love,The greatest gift from God above.Blooming in yourContinue reading “Presence”
Beyond the Spanish Moss
Beyond the Spanish Moss Scrub pines and banyans beckonbedecked with Spanish mosslazy cumulus clouds drift freeacross the periwinkle horizon. Fiery sun rises opposite the moonits early morning heat blazingas the dragonfly silently hoversalighting on dew drenched lily pad. The blue heron turns, unblinkinglifts long delicate wings in flightgliding gracefully across the bayand the seagulls areContinue reading “Beyond the Spanish Moss”
Paradise
Paradise A balmy breeze ruffled the palm trees as they lay in the sun, in the sanctuary of their wooden cabana. The gentle surf tumbled and pushed forth, leaving ripple marks in the sugar soft sand. Overhead, black-headed seagulls dipped, scolded and cried out to their mates, landing on the barrier rocks searching for food. Continue reading “Paradise”
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