That time, playing in the muck,foot emerging without a boot,hopping and laughingall the way home… Then, later, on the busthe impact of the carthe windshield crackinglike a giant spiderblood all overthe dead lady’s face All in the past –sunroof openkids riding along,music blaring But trauma is a spiderArachne reaching into happy placesand as much as […]
Measured in spoonfulsprogress imperceptible Still feel the angst ofno-time-to-breathe lifestyle pressured from withinto get-it-done spend unavailable resourcesruminating solutions push against the wallswith little to show surrender to impotencyand wait for the next surge.
Sister was a hurricane –destruction her path Tried to calm, encouragebut her core was damaged Try to reach her now, across death’s abyss understand beforeher legacy swallows me.
One Woman's Quest II 
Great shot – it is amazing how it can hold on like that. I guess when food is involved, one gets motivated no matter what the species is. 🙂
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Their body strength amazes me too. Thanks.
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You’re welcome. Yes, the strength too – I hadn’t thought of that.
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Stunning shot of the woodpecker!
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Thanks
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Most welcome!
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Great photos.
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Thanks
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Gorgeous woodpecker shot!
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Thanks.
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Definitely delightful! What a SHOT of the male Downy! Woop Woop! 🙂 Guess who’s going to be in the round-up? 🙂
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Love my woodpeckers. Thanks.
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🙂
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‘D’elightful! 🙂 ❤
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Lol. Thanks.
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My pleasure! 🙂 ❤
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I love the close-up of the woodpecker! The morning doves look quite puffed up.
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Nature’s artistry at best. It’s quite cold here – guess that’s how the birds cope.
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Love the markings VJ.
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Thanks Keith.
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