2019.12.31: floating

sliver of a moon
all that’s left of the decade
flowing past the dam

2019.12.30: outlook

hard to keep in mind
the ice and snow of winter
spurs the buds of spring

2019.12.29: armored

put on each morning
compassion, kindness, patience,
and above all – love

12.28.19: awakened

even in the dark
one can hear the wind changing
good to be aware

2019.12.27: doldrums

drabby winter day
cooking, eating, and cleaning
repeat the cycle