Around and around

my thoughts go and where they’ll stop

not even I know.

                                                                                     JDG

Though I started late,

I know if I don’t cede, I

can and will succeed.

                                                       JDG

I breathed in weakness

and breathed out strength.

Tonglen in action.

                                                              JDG

This satisfying

 book leaves me hungry for 

many, many more.

                                                             JDG

When stopped may I not

narrow my vision, waiting

only to go once more.

                                                                      JDG

Shortening the time

between harumph and mmm-hmm

shortens suffering.

                                                                             JDG

Sweet afternoon nap –

the perfect dessert after

a full-course morning.

                                                             JDG

New light glistens on

ancient tree infusing it

with fresh mystery.

                                                               JDG

Didn’t want to strive

or fuss but just to smile,

breathe and exercise.

                                                   JDG

For now it’s just me

and shimmering morning light.

Words will come later.

                                                                       JDG