Openings allow light

 to pour forth from 

hearts, minds, and  sky.

Unfortunately, the same

can’t always be said

for mouths

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Hanging by a thread,

that small spider wove its web

undaunted by onlookers.

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The cats went crazy

when they looked out the window

and saw a bunny

eating bird seed on the porch.

Will those pesky deer be next?

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Knox tried to explain

in his own doggy way

with tail wags and barks,

but when I failed to understand,

he placed his head upon my knees

and let out a long and soulful howl.

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Around here everyone

has an opinion:

cats, dogs, birds,

and grandkids.

I’m learning to listen

and forbear.

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No words more precious

than those spoken

by a four year old boy

when his grandmother visited:

” Now our family is complete.”

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When I was younger

I searched for answers. Now I

can’t remember the questions.

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Their heyday over,

pink impatiens start to shed,

one by one, their leaves.

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Goldenrod greets us

with a sunny grin, sparking

answering smiles.

Even when the day is gray,

golden smiles have their say.

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