flux

appreciating
the continual changes
and flowing of ideas

occurring simultaneously
around the world

an energy force

box

We've all heard the saying
"think out of the box"

Yossi Ginsberg
has cemented this in my mind

To think out of the box
you need to live out of the box

break free of
the walls of
your home
your work space
your tv
your computer

whatever confines you

experience nature where
there are no boxes

celebration

It's her 10th birthday
she squirms with excitement

double digits
don't mean double trouble

a thoughtful
strong
kind
smart
focused
expressive
young lady
emerges

the world
is a better place
because of you
Happy Birthday

best

We all say
Do your best

the swim meet
provided opportunities
to swim
a personal best

and several times
they did!

the posture
of a swimmer
right after a personal best
is uplifting

turning point

a moment in time
when you go one direction
instead of another

surround yourself with people
that encourage you to lean positive

but ultimately it's your move

meaningful

authenticity
and purpose
make learning
deep and wide

The Hall of Heroes
was a place for all to shine

yearning

Our dads have crossed over

Our journeys and experiences
have been different
but there is something
certain that we share

a tender,persistant longing

a yearning
that softens
with laughter and gratitude