remember this
What are you looking forward to next year?
the backyard
sees more leaves
and less trees
…
don’t forget
the past
is the past
the present
is the present
the future
is the future
time and place
When and where will you go?
phone left
on the counter
with no help
…
when we hear
these words
are you wearing
a watch
or holding
a map to know
where to go?
just like magic
When was the last time you were amazed?
grilling onions
the pan hums
a sweet tune
…
there are times
when we find out
that the solution
to a problem
we didn’t know
we had appears
just like magic
leave a message
When was the last time you left a message for someone?
paper lanterns
wishing for one
more clear day
…
after the beep
because one day
we may find ourselves
in need of
wanting to hear
the voices of the past
once again
red carpet
How do you like to be treated?
winter lights
the garage is pleased
to see us return
…
the level of service
and treatment
we receive
whether good or bad
will always be
something we remember
and tell others about
leave the nest
Are you ready to see the world?
make a choice
to leave the canopy
as the rain falls
…
and see the world
they say
then we will
eventually find
another tree
and branch to snatch
and build our nest
seriously silly
What is humorous to you?
early memories
of blowing bubbles
in the tub
…
the sound of laughter
is all the medicine
we could ever need
even if everything
around us feels
hopeless and
absolutely boring