Cold, damp
Fever grows
Petals shiver, rained upon
uncertainty floats in, marine layer on the edge
moving quickly, hovering just above … and to the right.
Coat and flannel
lovie, blanket
Wake up, I am.
Get up, I am not.
Lingering in cloud, vision still dark, after a long night.
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Like all the rest.
But I hear the music, and it’s been years.
Blue of sky, grumbling floor, wide expanse of bridge and blur
Warm to the touch, imagining the ride,
I open up
to light and air, and a bald eagle traveling.
We fly side by side, nose to nose. Like a run for the roses-
he on the outside, me on the in- only we mean to arrive together.
I look around, no one else is seeing.
I look again, white feather fan in the breeze, and I know.
Match his smile and sway, before he soars out of sight.
Later, as sky descends with the power of steel and metallic might-
a rainbow appears against the dark.
I look around, no one else is seeing.
I look again, sun breaks to the west, and I know.
Come in close, then let go, with outstretched arms and toes.
photo of an eagle in flight by jc.winkler
22 May 2012: A man survived a fall into Niagara Falls, one of a handful of souls. News organizations report this man tried to end his life.
What did you hear on your cosmic journey, sir, that convinced you to stay?
After spending more than half a decade covering the children’s market as editor of HUDSON’S Childrenswear Review, (the magazine ceased publication with the Oct/Nov 2011 issue; recent attempts to re-enter the market remain unsuccessful) –I’ve come to appreciate its unique and inspiring nature. The world of children’s apparel and accessories, juvenile products, gifts and best business practices captures the imagination. And it’s like no other.
I keep in touch with treasured childrenswear contacts –and have been introduced to so many more- with Children’s Retail Today. It’s written for anyone with a passion for children’s fashion!
Parents, grandparents … gift-giving aunties, coaches, teachers and friends can learn about new products and where to buy … better yet, they can convince their favorite shops to carry them. Store owners, manufacturers, designers … mompreneurs and inventors can get inspired reading fresh posts about apparel and footwear collections, product launches, nifty services and best practices to take their business to the next level.
I’m delighted that Children’s Retail Today is growing strong. Take a peek – at the site and my Facebook page, if you like (pun intended here!).
I’ve also been developing content for my yoga studio, Maya Whole Health. This is a precious work in progress for me – I’m having so much fun writing the Maya Currents blog. I am so happy and grateful now that I’m part of the Maya community (I’ve been practicing there for a little more than a year). The teachers are beyond the best, and I’m meeting such incredible, loveable people. In June, I’m expanding my role there – and I can’t wait to see what happens (that’s what Bravo says, isn’t it?!)
“It’s a blessing to work at a job I truly enjoy doing, one that uses my creative talents and abilities, working with and for people whom I love and who love me.”
Each morning I say this affirmation softly to myself (thank you, Louise Hay).
“The shelf was filled with books that were hard to read, that could devastate and remake one’s soul, and that, when they were finished, had a kick like a mule.”
-Mark Helprin, author of A Winter’s Tale
I’m enduring a bit of a dental emergency, the sudden and unexpected demise of a tooth that’s been with me since the beginning. For years, this very efficient tool of the trade let me enjoy healthful breakfasts, delicious lunches and gourmet dinners with ease. Amuse-bouche, anyone?
Right now, it’s hanging on by dental floss, cracked in places I can’t see, awaiting its fate by screaming in pain. Constantly. Who knew it has so much to complain about?
I’m waiting, too –for the antibiotics to brush away the infection, and the pain meds to dull the noise. Can we hold on for eight more days?
One thing’s for certain: the days of wine and roses are over for us. It’s liquid lunch until the end.
Current six-word novel: Act as if a writer be.
Today’s word of advice: Live life in the present tense.
Favorite words spoken right now: The purr-talk of my boy-cat.
Word of the day: Breathe.
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