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.
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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