Beautiful Day

Perfection can be found 
     in the simplest of things

In the sun shining warmly
     in a clear blue sky
     as it finds just the right places to land

In the breeze sweetly blowing 
     on your face
     each time you need refreshed

In the delightful mix of sun and air
     that begs for you to 
             Breathe It
             Soak in It
             Bathe in It
     until you have had your fill
             and then some

In the onset of dusk
     that signals you
     to come and see
     the end of a glorious show
     
In the colorful flowers
     showing off their blooms
     as they fill the evening air
     with their wonderful aroma

In the crunch of the leaves
     underneath your feet
     as you stroll along 
     the peaceful streets

In the trees reaching down
     to greet you as you pass
     with a cheery hello 
     and a nod of their head

In the pink-streaked sky
     as the sun takes it rest
     after working hard
     to brighten our lives

In the wink of the crescent moon
     as it makes a surprise appearance
     while the sun finishes its bedtime routine

In a day that was so beautiful in every way
     from beginning to end
     that your spirit soars
     to heaven to thank it
     for letting you truly
             See It
             Touch It
             Taste It
             Smell It
             Hear It
                 and
             Feel It
     with all the senses
     blessed upon you

9/27/14
Inspired by the enjoyment of the most beautiful day
as I was walking in the evening and contemplating it

My Rock

You are my rock,
yet gentle and kind are your words;
You are my strength,
yet loving and softly you hold me.

You are my Sun,
so brightly you shine in my heart;
You are my Moon,
piercing the dark with your light.

You are the ocean,
softly soothing me to sleep;
You are the breeze,
caressing my hair with your breath.

You are a whisper,
spoken sweetly into my ear;
You are a song,
sung deep from the depths of my heart.

You are my friend,
comforting when I am sad;
You are my love,
connecting to me with a glance.

You are my one,
I searched for so achingly long;
You are my everything,
your love surpasses it all.

                                        MAL 9/19/13 

For my loving and wonderful husband

The Beckoning Breeze

                      By Susan Abramson http://torontodesigners.com/blog/

The breeze blows softly on a beautiful summer day;
Cool and soothing, it calls us to come and play.

“Don’t stay inside,” it chides as it flows
Freely through the curtains;
Its urgency grows.

You belong with me, out here flying free;

Good things await you, come out and see.

Don’t wait another second,

Don’t wait another breath,
Listen to the call and find Nature’s wealth.

                                                                    MAL 6/30/13

Camping

In the woods we gather among the trees,
Enjoying the quiet and the breeze.

The sounds of nature surround us all,

As we listen to their echoing call.

How very nice to get away,
From the call of another day.

All of us join in the fun,
From morning until the setting sun.

At twilight we start to settle down,

Some quiet time can then be found.

Sitting by the firelight,

Sharing stories is such a delight.

We never want the day to end,
Especially when shared with friends.

                                                                 MAL 7/6/13

Walk With Me

The clouds speak to me with white wisps across the sky;
The birds beckon as they fly.

The sun warms me as I walk amidst the trees;
Nature calls to me with every breeze.

My mind quiets as I listen to the sounds;

Sweet stillness echoes and resounds.

Little flowers flock amongst the grass;
Fluttering along the path as I pass.

The joy and beauty is there for all to see,

So won’t you come and walk along with me?

                                                                            MAL 6/30/13