short poem #1

my mind finds its way back to the old ways

but that kind of thinking won't let me move forward

only back

into bitter chasings of the heart

 

my heart finds its way back to the longing

but these days I'd rather go home

 

energy builds and anxiety calls

i feel you standing next to me

but i won't let myself fall

 

seems like a long way down

too far to fall alone

but maybe hitting rock bottom's

the only way sometimes

 

but only time will tell
so help me to see

if old times have come around

 

Missin' my Friends

My little friends went on an extended vacation. I say little but they will both be taller than me in no time. Luckily, I was able to spend some quality time with Canon and Mazie before they left. These kids are awesome. Together we enjoyed a day of picnics, tubing, ice cream and exploring. They also got to spend the night! So cool. We played crazy uno, pool and Wii games. Lots of fun. Here are some pictures from our adventure.

The bridge over the Little Tennessee River near Sawmill Creek Rd.

 Two happy adventurers!

Finding cool stuff in the river bed. We brought jars for our treasures.

A quick shot of our hike out. These two make my heart happy.

 

Aj and Mazie sharing the same intense Wii face.

 

We had a blast. Made us feel like kids again.

 

Thanks Jeff and Jodi for raising two kind and loving kids amid a world of craziness.