Fading Glory

My past is buried deep in the creases of my being
Beneath the rolls and puff of my core is an athlete
A fitness instructor now a student
A distance runner now a sporadic sport
A triathlete now afloat
A skier who has gone adrift

My past enslaves me to the present but my heart remains where the skill is gone

The Present

why does it take finality for us to appreciate that which has been there

that which has been

waiting for a crack of the window

to offer a soothing breeze

it should not take a flight across the world to see the sunshine above us

or feel the velocity of the wind

presence is all that is required to feel the presents 

Out Standing at Standing Out

When we seek commonality

 we gain a false sense of security, confirmation, partiality

and when we land on the outside looking in,

we may feel small, insignificant, undesirable

but it is the strength of individuality that spawns a new avenue

our uniqueness may originate as a single oddity

but ultimately distinguishes us as out~standing

A Peace of Heart

guilt is not equipped to foster sincerity

it is a product of anger and resentment

which can not swaddle the cries of discord

the only salve is a big heart

large enough to break away

and offer a peace

weakening oneself

to strengthen another

Slap and Crumble

And with a slap

reality hits, shock is felt

the sting lingers

Tears delivered

watering thoughts

propagating pensivity

where change ensues

Growth is birthed

where faith supports the down beat

belief brings forth the upbeat

and the heart beats on

Keeping us steady

as our world crumbles

Spider Web

Regret is a web that traps our happiness
keeping us ensnared in the shortcomings of our past
Don't fall victim to the spiral maze
It's sticky structure leaves us struggling to free ourselves from that which can not be undone

Destroying the tangle is far more difficult than dismissing the skein altogether
Don't  let the spider suck the life out of you

Beach Blossom

Our dearest Kerrin,

Where can we begin?  You are an inspiration to us every day.  You are self motivated and driven beyond compare. We admire your strong will to succeed and your faith and belief.We never doubt that you will find a way to make things happen, not only for yourself but for others. You are caring, compassionate and loving and we could not be prouder of you.  You have grown into an amazing young women who draws people toward you with your sharp wit and caring heart.  You have a beautiful outlook on life.  You are my little baby cake, and Grammie's cherry blossom, but if I were to liken you to something, it would have to be an attraction that is both energetic and fun and equally peaceful and inspiring.  You are my:

Beach Blossom

You are

As bright as the sunniest day

As clear as a cloudless sky

As gentle as the calmest wave
and

as strong as a rogue rip-tide

You are

As deep as the ocean's floor

As steady as the rhythmic tides

As soft as the sandy shore

and 

always a welcome surprise

We love you more than you could ever imagine.  You make life better just by being you!!!!!

All our love,

Mom & Chief