Breath of a new day
Moving forward standing still
Each moment is here

Early spring freshness
Winter brown transforms to green
Courage is renewed

Distant rolling hills
Water of Sound between us
I will float to you

Release, sweet release
Hand open, holding gently
Nothing to let go

Sharing the burden
Four shoulders better than two
Side by side we walk

Softness of age taunts
Where's the me of yesterday
She's breathing, breathing

Sweetness of my youth
Recreating memories
A poor substitute

Radiating calm
Center now circumference
In and out are one

The love of a dog
Immeasurable comfort
Undiluted joy

No need to hurry
Breathe, knowing all is well
Now is the moment

Change, my quiet friend
Pointing me toward new places
You know me so well

Unexpected Sun
Warmth sweeter than July's rays
Bask in the surprise

Valentine's Day looms
Head, hips, and heart awaiting
Can love heal them all?

Midwinter grayness
Oozing in through broken walls
Spirits wait for sun