End of the Dream

The content reflects a poignant mix of emotions and experiences. It transitions from a somber contemplation of a troubled world to a joyful recounting of a volunteering day at an animal sanctuary and a serene winery visit with a partner. The narrative highlights connections to nature, community, and personal fulfillment.

Summer Sonata

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.

Banks of the Potomac

Banks of The Potomac Late summer moving in slow motion,surrounded by green on country trails,the brazen sun burning our skinas water gurgles against the rockson the banks of the Potomac. A father and son cast on the North Branch,tackle plunking down, reels whizzing,pulling a croaking catfish from indigo waters.I watch and smile, filled with fondContinue reading “Banks of the Potomac”

Another Oklahoma Day

Another Oklahoma Day   It’s just another Oklahoma day,the blazing sun is dropping low.The crops are wilting in the fields,the ominous west wind blows. Relentless heat is a wall of fire,draining the life out of my veins.My lungs struggle to take in fresh air,bones and muscles racked with pain. Tired eyes turn skyward, pray forContinue reading “Another Oklahoma Day”