from one to ten
How would you rate yourself?
the legend says
the frog never returned
to the pond
…
how big are we
how fast are we
how strong are we
how smart are we
how happy are we
compared to
the next person?
in the picture
Where are you in conversations?
the tea shop
incense enters
and embraces us
…
foreground
middle ground
background
no matter where
the action is
we are still
in the picture
pairing to palate
What possibilities await you?
rain in paris
a world of dreams made
a world of tears
…
if we start thinking
about what goes well
and doesn’t go well
when paired together
maybe its time
we expand
our possibilities
distractions
What is relevant to you?
little jingle
the rice cooker
beckons for help
…
at home
at work
are everywhere
and it takes time
for us to recognize
what signals
are relevant
water in the boat
Are you going to wait or act?
blueberries
floating to the top
of the ocean
…
doesn’t wait for us
to pour it back into
the ocean
and nor should we
wait to seize
the moment
before we sink
cardboard to cupboard
Where are you moving towards?
earthen mug
grandfather’s last time
drinking matcha
…
can carry
can bend
can form
can hold
our valuables
until we’re ready
to settle down
from blank to blank
What journey are you on?
home renovation
snowflakes fall
on our hoodies
…
if the first blank
is “"before”
and the second blank
is “after'“
we should make sure
we tell what happens
in between
another round
What games do you play over and over again?
the ball bounces
and embraces
the net
…
when we play
a game
puts perspective
in no matter the result
we can always
try and try
and try again
lemonade stand
What business are you starting?
early morning
the monk leaves
the shade of the tree
…
no matter our age
our background
our abilities
our knowledge
there is always
opportunity for us
to start a business
is it better
Who does your actions and attitude serve?
brewing
the rain settles
and waits for thunder
…
for us to be
famous or infamous
mad or maddening
lazy or aloof
for our reputation
is built upon
our actions and attitude
temporary tattoo
Do you care less or more about something that is fleeting?
unripened plums
a green shadow
becomes purple
…
when the level
of commitment
is low we often
place less emphasis
and value behind
our choices if the
effects are short-term