Joy Into the World

Wordings Peace on earth put together with lights

2015 LA SALETTE CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS by Heartlover 1717 Hanukkah and Christmas almost converge this year, Bringing many of us bundles of cheer, Let’s get together to celebrate Rather than commiserate Over the political drama in this country (U.S.) and the world. Rather than focus on the darkness, let’s focus on The festival of…

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Across the Verrazano-A Two Borough Celebration

View looking towards chair with a bridge on the background

South Beach Boardwalk – Verrazano-Narrows Bridge . by andyinnyc https://www.flickr.com/photos/andyinnyc/2128192358 BROOKLYN I thought a poem would express The nature of my happiness. Having a birthday and Thanksgiving In the same week – my cup runneth over. Messages of regard abounded As I strove to be grounded. Texts and phone calls were the greeting, The modern,…

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Is There Room at My Table?

A family on the dining table having meal together

Thanksgiving at the Jacksons’ 2009 eden pictures https://www.flickr.com/photos/edenpictures/4139988152/ The leaves turn beautiful shades of orange, red and yellow in the northeast of the United States. The weather, now colder, allows us to feel cozy at home. This is traditionally the time of year to give thanks for our abundance. We create a meal on that…

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Rocky

A black cat lying down sideways on a bed

Photo taken by Linda Marsanico He is dark and handsome with beautiful green eyes. The first time I met Rocky, a dark charcoal, adorable kitten, he scurried away from me. Since then he’s seen me on every visit with his guardian, my friend Jill. He’d take notice of me but allow no contact or proximity.…

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