reeds unbowed
by winter’s approach
resisting advance compliance
Quiet Courage
Being With Peonies
in the presence
of their beauty
I felt myself unfurl
The Bend
up ahead
some light
an encouragement to hope
I Am Lifted
silently you rise
taking my spirit
with you
On A Hot Summer Day
the watering can
builds confidence
amongst the flowers
Last One In
propelled
by Mom’s encouragement
first swim
Cardinal In The Forsythia
he stops by
to encourage
the first blooms
Daisies
humble daisies
holding up the world
with steadfast cheerfulness
Encouragement
stepping stones
in the mossy path
invitation to the woods
Cheered On
the faltering spirit
finds footing and support
in the solace of the garden
Alternate Days
taking turns with sunshine
grey skies and rain drops
encourage the greening landscape
The Golden One
every limb’s gesture
was an encouragement
to joy