a poet’s playground – budding green

the warrior

at first glance
looks like you or me
but underneath lay
the soul
of a soldier
that we not be

a protector
a guardian
the caretaker of freedom

nameless
unidentified
yet known for
defending sovereignty

what is your pledge today
what will you guarantee

morning mantra

i will

awaken
contentment
in attitude

discover
satisfaction
in simplicity

find
fulfillment
in gratitude

focus
joyfulness
in

how is today

rain finally stopped
slightly overcast
bit of a breeze
not freezing
warmer than yesterday

discovering
a new way
around the block

dressing
in colors
instead of
black and white

humming
a tune
that’s stuck
in your head

looking
at life
sideways

daydream getaway

i love the long days
there is an ease
that covers me
shoulders relax
the sun’s heat
on my back
a glass of wine
not far from reach
the beach
hot sand
a wash of saltiness
clinging to bareness
warm water
splashing

vigilance – week 6

i can no longer
hold you back
keep you
from crossing the line

discussions
pointless
when you decide
to be bullheaded
showing your
selfish side

really
not admirable

it sickens
those
vigilant
to the cause
for they
fear for you

the will the want

the path
might look treacherous
heed where
you step

the hazards
may make
one stumble
or fall

bruises
may be many

not the end
not at all

this lengthy trek
takes concentration
time and endurance

this seemingly endless journey
takes focus
work and