June 23, 2017 Why has poetry always been so important to me, Yet neglected for forty-plus years? Poetry reaches beyond words, yet I have been linked to words, Writing, writing, writing something, But seldom what is in my heart, in my soul. Chesley Duncan, Ches, where are you? You made me promise not to stop. … More Poem on Poetry
April 2, 2020 Walking In active retreat from the virus Blessed by Trails next to a river that breathes Up and down with spring rains, New leaves arching out of branches Clouds Rolling in from the Pacific Grey and white puppies rolling playfully Across the sky, towards the mountains Birds So many urgent voices High, … More Birds
June 30, 2017 Sunrise on a clear day in Redmond. The Cascades stand out in purple-blue against the rose sky ahead of the sun. The top of Education Hill is lightening and the preview is highlighting a few wisps of clouds. I am turning towards the Sun. I retire today. The quiet spaces … More Retirement Day
Finding My Place 