She hath wings
Learning to soar above life's storms
Category: Commonplace Capers
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Sitting here gazing at turquoise and blue;Gentle, rolling waves creep to shore;Layers of frothy-white meet the sand-Distant boats trace the horizon.My vantage point is limited to view of water;Metal rail a reminder of separation;Yet I, for a moment, can witness the fun-Youths kicking water and frolicking like seals.My busy day not ended, and yet,This picture…
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Weeks of waiting, pleading forA water soaking time outdoors-Bunch of Balloons filled with ease;Toddler drops them from the knees.Confetti of broken balloons strewn about;Smiles we cannot do without-Squeals of delight as buckets drench backs;Feet slomp slomp and balloons go “splat”.Hoses soak and sprinklers cool;Children splash water from wading pool-An hour or more passes, it’s time…
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For 3 months, we have had three queen mattresses in our modest sized, over cluttered house, all in a bid to find support for my chronic back pain, triggered by weak core strength and lifting a 15kg toddler. What was meant as a few days on the couch turned into two months for me, and…
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My family is holidaying at Wilson’s Promontory this week, camping amongst the local bird and wildlife. We are a very short walk from the beach and kookaburras can be heard in the morning and at dusk. Albatross soar overhead while rosellas and wrens can be found in nearby trees and shrubs. Wombats are so accustomed…
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I’m headed to the footy tomorrow with E-man; first match I have been to since he was in Auskick, a junior football program. E-man and I used to head into the city on a regular basis when I didn’t have a car every day, and spend hours there including travelling on trains and buses to…
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I don’t know what it is, but I have always had a boost when I buy a pair of smart and comfy shoes. Perhaps it brings me closer to remembering Dad’s business attire and successful work days. Perhaps it just reminds me that it is ok to spoil yourself sometimes. Today I spent just over…
She hath wings 