So Much less than Now

In time, this passed into the heart a stirring awake of comfort a thread tugging at my spirit never to rest but rather, to steer that is where I remain Steered by the… Continue reading →

Cookie Comfort

There is a joy in baking up tradition and sharing nostalgia A simple taste can transport you back to a time of childhood ease And contemplation full emotion, comfort, sold in crunch of… Continue reading →

The Beautiful ridiculous

A light edges its way across his face a turn of lip, a snarl, silly smirk a voice disguised a song obscured an atmosphere transformed. Hilarity explodes. Contagious. Embracing. Brilliantly ridiculous. Until…the gut is punched. No joke… Continue reading →

Marshmallow Magic

Every year, what I look forward to more than presents, turkey dinners or shoveling snow during the holiday season is the playing of Christmas music. Without fail, a new Christmas song pops up… Continue reading →

Beneath the Magic

In the depth of your branches beneath the glowing lights You hold much more than a Christmas wish but years of magic moments a whisper of nostalgia that shines forth each season Bright… Continue reading →

Timeless

In the darkness of rain A sweet song came alive In swirls of dancing steps In pitches of harmony I was swept away Emotion brimming On the edge of something grand A lifelong… Continue reading →

Treasured Still

In a town of memories Carved into my heart Streets of bygone moments Coated ice cream and platform sight Treasured steps of fun Structures stable, once bold Shaded now in unknown hues Playful… Continue reading →

Painting Over Nostalgia

Yesterday I received word that a beloved bookstore I once frequented was closing in the new year. Chapters Runnymede was formerly The Runnymede, an atmospheric theatre built in 1927. You can view its… Continue reading →