barefoot

little shrimp toes
squishing in the
garden mud

her footprints
are good fertilizer

relief

The work and school
schedule is tight
feels like
a stretched rubber band
snapping occasionally

weekends
are a supple gift

sun

I feel solar powered.
Waning at times
and stronger with light.

There's something about
the morning sun
that gives me a boost.

obligations

duties
expectations

which are vital
and why?

prioritizing
relieves
the pressure

concentrate
on quality

my goal is to feel
poised
not overwhelmed

humbled

I continue to find myself
in situations
at work and home
where I feel humbled.

feedback
reciprocity
risk taking
reflection

With support,
I rise up and
take on new learning.

conformity

depart from what is
expected

push yourself
into new territory

you have the freedom
to be bold

choose, respond, grow

mend

The morning power struggles
are a drain.

We have a slow leak
that needs mending.

Patch up the hole.

Focus on the positive.
Stop "rubbing it in."
Stay calm.

How can we make this a win/win?