clear autumnal morn
bare branches in the still air
refreshed by silence
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An Asimov Quote For Your Friday
Dr. Asimov’s work had a profound impact on me. I fully embrace everything that this quote entrails. Continued learning is key to a vibrant life.
A Thanksgiving Haiku
friends and family
embracing gratitude
embracing joy
I hope your Thanksgiving was refreshing and filled with gratitude.
An Autumn Day
sunlight from the south
the graceful autumnal air
dances through the trees
It’s been a crazy few days. It felt good to write today.
Fannypacks, Life, Death and Resurrection
Having come of age in the 80s, I spent several key years with the ever-glorious fannypack. I watched its death without concern, much like the supposed demise of disco and leg-warmers. Recently, I noticed the creeping resurgence of these little gems, along with up-turned collars on polo-shirts (I proudly support polo-shirts, even without the up-turned collar).
So, I found both joy and amusement when the ad above (for high-end bag-crafter Timbuk2) drifted through my inbox. A reminder, I guess, of the old adage “what goes around comes around”.
* For some strange reason (weird, aberrant psychology, perhaps), I kept typing “up-terned” instead of “up-turned”.
Walking Through The Leaves
I walk through the leaves
feeling the wind in my hair
the jays cheer for sun
Red Painted
in the fading light
walking amongst the trees
red painted clouds
Amidst The Trees
amidst the trees
moving through the mist
rain starts to fall
Another rainy, autumn day near Seattle. I was able to get out from behind my desk for a little while, abruptly, when I noticed a dryish patch in the day. Yet again, I almost got home before the rain started to fall. Fortunately, I managed to avoid getting too wet. Fortunately.
Bohemian Rhapsody: A Muppet Music Video
Now this this would be a Zoom meeting I’d enjoy deeply.
Walking in the Rain
Moving through the leaves
As the rain begins to fall
These autumnal strolls
Though I got drenched, I did get a poem out of it.