The post content describes a reflective and sentimental moment, commemorating the anniversary of the writer’s father’s passing and celebrating their 36th wedding anniversary. The focus is on finding joy in simplicity and togetherness, exemplified by a recent snowy walk taken by the couple. The writer encourages others to appreciate nature and the present moment, expressing that peace and joy can be found there. The message is one of love, gratitude, and the beauty of shared experiences.
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Solstice Solitude
The author reflects on the beauty of the winter season and the anticipation leading up to Christmas. Despite the challenges brought by winter, such as shorter days and the difficulty in maintaining an outdoor exercise regimen, the author encourages finding enjoyment in the season’s pleasures. The writer is especially looking forward to more snow to counteract the summer’s severe drought. The post concludes with a call to appreciate winter’s beauty and not be caught up in pre-holiday stress.
Winter Backlash
Winter Backlash What was I thinkingAs my spirits were sinking?Sunlight is shrinking…Bitter winds bellow and thrashAgainst the winter backlash. Emotions collide;I’m raining on the inside.All hope seems denied…Taking all the pain to heart; I’m ready for a new start. Colleen Keller Breuning © 2023November 18, 2023 Happy Saturday, family and friends! Just a quick doubleContinue reading “Winter Backlash”
Empty Sky
Empty Sky My witness is the empty sky,Devoid of any truth or lie.Raindrops tumble from clouds of gray…It all ends in tears anyway. Winter wallows with brutal coldAs cherished memories unfold.No matter what they do or say…It all ends in tears anyway. Behold as Christmas comes againWith scent of spruce and cinnamon.But time is cruel,Continue reading “Empty Sky”
Bewilderment
Bewilderment Summer beckons, delights of JuneMy eyes are the size of the moonGentle breeze caresses the bayAnd I won’t let it fade away. Pour the champagne, the night is youngThe taste of passion on my tongueThe weeping willows bend and swayAnd I won’t let it fade away. My wings flutter like mockingbirdBewildered by your adContinue reading “Bewilderment”
Broken Clouds
Broken Clouds Ashen gray cloudshang low to the grounda thick layer of fogrising like dense smokeinfusing the atmospherewith its petulant moods. All I see is alabaster sky.The moon has gone missing, the sun hidden in a sempiternal stretchof colorless stratus, dull likea bolt of sparkly silver tullethat has lost its shine. And I am walkingContinue reading “Broken Clouds”
My Christmas Spirit
My Christmas Spirit Tender hearts swell with gratitude,The season casts its festive mood.Twilight twirls in fresh fallen snowAs Christmas lights twinkle and glow. Cardinals cavort in branches bare,Winter sun fades in crimson flair.Your spirit calls when cold winds blowAs Christmas lights twinkle and glow. Memories of you warm my soul,Your absence left a gaping hole.TearsContinue reading “My Christmas Spirit”
Spring Equinox
Spring Equinox Ides of March haunt meas I sulk in my bedroomwallow in darkness winter winds persistrobins ruffle breast feathersat the hint of snow shades of ivoryfloating free from the heavensmelting on impact new dawn breaks goldensun rays caress tulip budscherry trees blossom feel the world shiftingon cusp of spring equinoxbirdsong lifts my heart ColleenContinue reading “Spring Equinox”
Stray
Stray Dark loner wanders as the sun goes down,Dirty asphalt beneath his weathered feet.Straying on, past the far edges of town,There is no vacation on these mean streets. Though winter is waning, bitter winds blow,He shivers behind a ramshackle shed.His fur coat matted by cold rain and snowAs visions of summer dance in his head.Continue reading “Stray”
Whiskey Drinker’s Sonnet
Whiskey Drinker’s Sonnet (Dark Sonnet #3) The winter sun fades out, no crimson glowAnd a wall of endless white is falling.As I shiver against the ice and snow…The bottle of Macallan is calling. Into cut glass, I pour liquid courage,A cascade of gold hope to see me through.North Star beckons, a trail to encourage…Just follow itContinue reading “Whiskey Drinker’s Sonnet”
Colleen Keller Breuning 