with dashes of lavender
orange zest and golden rod
the sun beams as it makes
its final debut for the day
the sky lightly darkens
and I can't decide
if the light is easy
on my eyes
or if I'm squinting
because of it
a cool breeze
tickles my face
placing my hair
behind my ears
I am relieved the tradewinds
have returned
our walk ensues
summer at dusk
unwinding as you
gently nudge her stroller
while I cool down my pace
"slow down," you say
so I take a deep breath
slowing exhaling
a reminder to take it
all in
what did I do
in my past life
to deserve such
beauty
summer at dusk.
So descriptive, I feel like I'm walking alongside you. Cotton candy clouds, perfect, as I've jotted those same words in a notebook. Glad you were able to post.
ReplyDeleteIsn't it great that you were out for a walk & able to enjoy this precious moment. I love that part where you said 'slow down', & glad you did. Lovely descriptions. And Happy Solstice today!
ReplyDelete"cotton candy clouds
ReplyDeletewith dashes of lavender
orange zest"
I love that description.
Your use of "sun beams" was an unexpected delight- personification that really helped me see your words.
ReplyDeleteYour last stanza feels like it embodies that Hawaiian spirituality about which you often write. I don't know about your past life, but I sure understand what you are doing in this life to deserve moments of wonder!