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Cupcake 1 and 2

  Two little ditties inspired by my birthday celebration… Swirled sugars, whipped cream covers cake to satisfy a lively sweet tooth.   Crimson and cocoa fits in the palm of my hand just until it’s...

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Sushi

Plated salty art, sticky rice encircling treasures from the sea.  Filed under: My Life, Poetry, Senses, Things for the Tastebuds Tagged: 5 senses, blogging, haiku, poetry, poets, sushi, taste, writing

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Missed Understanding

Since it’s World Poetry Day, I wanted to share a longer form poem I wrote about a month ago for a contest (I did not win, in case you were wondering…) Relationships, whether they be parental, familial,...

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Cilantro

Leaves of mellow green disguise unequivocal flavor explosion.Filed under: Poetry, Senses, Things for the Tastebuds Tagged: 5 senses, cilantro, haiku, poetry, taste

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R is for Respite

I do my posts a day before so I’m writing this on a Monday evening after a Sunday wedding where I had a glass of wine that kept me up half the night. It is so sad how much of a light weight I am...

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May 1 Haiku – Summer is Coming

  Spring heat swells warm feet; It’s too early for this but cold tile makes them smile  Filed under: Poetry, Senses, Things of a Tactile Nature Tagged: 5 senses, blogging, haiku, poetry, spring,...

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Light it

  Sulfur dioxide masks the bad, signals singing — both celebrations.Filed under: Poetry, Senses, Things for the Nose Tagged: 5 senses, haiku, Humor, humour, matches, poetry, smell, sulfur dioxide

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Only 37 days left…

  One more day checked off brings me closer to rest, peace, and time by the sea.    Filed under: My Life, Poetry, Senses, Things for the Eyes Tagged: 5 senses, haiku, poetry, sight, summer break, vacation

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Independence Day- End

Something about the holiday seems to inspire me to write haiku… I think it must be the onslaught of sensory information. So here’s  another little poem for you-hope you had a great 4th if you’re in a...

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Pluto #1 and #2 – Successful Exploration

One of the things I love to see is a successful outcome to scientific exploration.   The information coming back from the New Horizons is breathtaking in more ways than one.  Check out the photos at...

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Belly Quakes

Legs, arms or elbows? Subtle, strong and in between Stretching, exploring.   To me, it’s the best part of  pregnancy.Filed under: My Life, Poetry, Pregnancy, Senses, Things of a Tactile Nature Tagged:...

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First Cry

It’s been a minute since I’ve written any haiku…but I’ve got new inspiration and a few hours of sleep under my belt so here you go…one of my favorite sounds to hear…grateful that I’ve had the pleasure...

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Surrender – For Charlie

  Quiet after stormy cries Resting tiny limbs on mine Relief for me, I can quell distress Relief for him, feeling tenderness   I take a quick peek Eyelids closing slow Just one minute more… But mama,...

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Nightly Inspiration = Monday Motivation via Rumi…What is your one thing?

My husband, often referred to as The Man, tends to get thoughtful gifts for me. They are the things I either truly want or need but would not get for myself for some reason. In that vein, one of my...

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