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Mooch
You live here, Rent free, Taking my stuff… Shredding paper and sock…. What more do you want? . Your Heart. Oh that? You stole that long ago, Never gonna let you go! Me either.
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Blooms
Climb. Sing. Eat the flowers.
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Tagged eco-chaplaincy, eco-ministry, eco-mysticism, eco-spirituality, Elizabeth Teal., Florida grasshopper, flowers, fun, giant grasshopper, Liz Teal, nature, poem, poetry, spirituality, sumi-e, water colors
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Jump
I opened the lid to the trash; The startled the occupants leapt everywhere. One brave enlightened soul simply sat on the rim, For I was not a threat, Just a surprise! . May your days be filled with unexpected joys … Continue reading
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Pastoral
Are you a boy or a girl? The miniature horse said nothing, But continued to chew the remains of a flowering weed. Are you A boy or a girl? The miniature horse said nothing, their forelock filled with flowers. . … Continue reading
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Carry me
The French Bulldog Spoke With a decidedly Brooklyn accent. Barely fitting into the boat bag his person was toting, I watched them as we ran for the train. … Breathless, Waiting on the platform, Now Pondering All the ways we … Continue reading
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Dog meets Crow
Nose to beak, Befriend what you seek.
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Silver linings
The clouds were threatening. Bright white rounded fluff shined to the sky, Pitch dark frowned down at us, and The rain poured like silver columns into the water below. . We rush to get out of the rain, The denizens … Continue reading
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Turns
The cat stuck Her paw in the water bowl Then Her face, While He waited patiently for a turn, Thirst quenched, They touched noses As if in a commonality if understanding…. We all need to communion, And all water is … Continue reading
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Picking up
When things fall apart, Remember, There are always those who will help you pick up the pieces.
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