Morning observations rarely register
as we wake and wander our way
through infant hours.
It takes a moment for
the mind to come alive while
the gravity of the day settles in.
We fail to notice little things,
considerably more substantial days ago,
perhaps once meaningful or spiritual,
now displaced as the second hand
of the wristwatch sweeps onward.
Afford yourself opportunity
to be distracted by butterflies, soon
a scent of lilacs, freesia, even the taste of
spring rain or requisite morning coffee.
In days so rent with common
occurrences, look beyond
what is there.
05/02/2024 j.g.l.
Mondays are just young Fridays
Not all pencils have erasers.
Not all pencils need erasers.
When you write, even misspelled words or misdirected thoughts are important; they are not indelible and can’t simply be erased.
Immediate thoughts. The words you chose all have a purpose, even (or especially) the ones you want to remove from the page. Those words are the most honest, even if they are not appropriate. It’s when you doubt your words that you know you need to push further.
Expression is not always easy.
Some sentiments can’t be taken back.
Choose your words carefully.
Write on.
02/10/2020 j.g.l.