Telling the Truth

connecting the dots of my life

For the Child’s Sake

Recently D and I found ourselves witnessing an adult’s meltdown. We got involved. The emergency situation went on for several hours. Were we ready? Sort of. So for my sake if nothing else, here are some thoughts about showing up when things aren’t going well, especially when a child is involved. Read the rest of this entry »

Chanticleer

Chanticleer Pond Garden

the garden of my heart
sits quietly waiting
chairs placed side by side
beam with glowing luster

tadpoles swim
mosquitoes buzz
flowers dip and sway,
music from a springtime breeze
invites me out to play

lily pads provoke a game
of hopscotch cricket-style
dragon-flies flit overhead
and clap their wings for joy

cool water laps around the reeds
a gentle under-tone
announcing your arrival soon
to be with me
alone

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© Elouise Renich Fraser, 16 June 2015
Photo found at Chanticleer Garden Guide
Chanticleer Pond Garden