She’s gone many years –
A lifetime ago, in fact ~
Still missing her though.
Buffeted by wind –
And by life in general ~
Head down and chin up.
Old cassette tape found –
Ghosts of great uncles, singing ~
I can’t stop smiling.
Dalkey Island Sound –
A good place to pause and think ~
His ashes, long gone.
Dada tooth fairy –
Travels very light these days ~
A silent payment.
‘Planes land and take off – With millions of stories ~ Bringing people home.
Chattering finches – In amongst the fallen leaves ~ Indistinguishable.
Another morning –
Minded of one just as bright ~
Anniversary.
Little orange coins – Tossed against the Winter sky ~ Light’s final flourish.
Been hit hard, again – Beaten, but not defeated ~ Head down – chin up.