Shades

The silky white fluff

Of long lazy days

Floods my heart and head,

As at clouds I gaze.

The tiny clear particles,

Vibration in disguise,

Dance to life’s choreograph

Before my softened eyes.

The deep greens of Earth’s pallet,

Worn by grass, bush, and tree,

Overwhelm me with beauty,

Setting emotion free.

The sharp yellow rays,

Boldly breaking horizons,

Penetrate my being,

As possibilities aliven.

The smoothest dark grays

Of wet river stones

Caress gently my feet,

Whispering stories to my bones.

The infinite blue sky

Dripping into my soul

Cleanses afresh,

Fueling purpose and goal.

The rich browns on my path

Keep me grounded to the core,

Stoically carpeting this journey,

As I reach for more.

The many shades of life

Envelope and embrace,

Speaking volumes when I listen,

And translate with grace.

by Susan Haynes