As the morning alarm sounds and the automatic blinds open, I rise from the couch and stretch. I started in the bed, curled up next to the woman who feeds and cares for me, but she moves around at night. So, at some point, like most nights, I moved to the...
*The roaring crowd cheered as the gates opened and a lion came out. The lion slowly walked out, basking in glory as the crowd roared on. I watched in horror; I couldn’t believe the madness in front of my eyes. In the center of the arena was a young skinny...
Dear GodIs it too much to ask for companionship in this lifeAs I walk this path of loneliness you dealt for meWhile you look down from aboveSomeone to hold my hand, kiss my lipsTo smile and assure me compassionTo show me the meaning of loveWith every beat...
I arrived late in the afternoon. Placing my bag in our room, I walked out onto the veranda. The sky was a burst of beautiful colours - oranges, pinks and purples. Oh, what a beautiful sight. The redwood table outside was set for two with candles flickerin...
Across the miles and hours and minutesRests the embrace that holds my heart.So dear our ramblings;So happy our silliness;So close I hold my friend to me.Little glimpses of our faces,Sliding thoughts and running dreamsTraverse the earth in gentle companion...
I woke up, yawned, blinked and stretched out my arms. I was pleasantly surprised to feel the warmth of the sun streaming in through the window onto my face and body."Well, this is a good start," I smiled to myself. "The weather's been so grey around these...
Are you here, I ask?As I face a daunting task. You always answer, yes.I am here, what do you need? I tell you I am struggling.You urge me to carry on. I tell you, I am afraid.You place your hand in mine. I say, I am going to tumble.You always, prop me up....
