Tag Archives: joy

Growing…

We took a stroll around the garden… my son leaning on my shoulders, me grateful that I am just the right height to fit under his arm. Weather permitting, it has become a daily ritual since we planted his new … Continue reading

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Simple #midnighthaiku

Joy in simple things Wind-blown hair and sun-warmed skin Making memories *

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Gift #midnighthaiku

Anodyne of spring The gift of an open heart Offering its joy  

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Bridge of smiles

It can seem hard to find anything to be glad about right now. The news reports are dire, we all have our wings clipped and although there is always a light at the end of the tunnel, we have, as … Continue reading

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Flowers… Life Lines

  There were flowers. Orchids pinned upon a mother’s breast, All lace and diamonds. Long black gloves And painted lips, As she left, laughing. A child who watched As the door closed. * There were flowers… Yellow tulips, Cellophane and … Continue reading

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Free #midnighthaiku

* Joy sets itself free No thought for appearances Living the moment *

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Healing

Champagne nights Fool their prisoners. They die, bleeding, Drinking salty lies From a poisoned glass Of broken desire. * The soft kiss Of a young morning… Or dazzle of a star In a velvet sky Heals the naked heart Waking … Continue reading

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Within ~ Carol Anne #writephoto

Summer breeze over rolling rocky hills blue skies can be seen from atop the hills far away Continue reading at Therapy Bits

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Purification #midnighthaiku

* Joy falling softly Captured by fragrant petals Purifying pain *

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A question of joy…

“You know, the ancient Egyptians had a beautiful belief about death. When their souls got to the entrance to heaven, the guards asked two questions. Their answers determined whether they were able to enter or not. ‘Have you found joy … Continue reading

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