The World Outside My Window

"The wound is the place where the Light enters you."  - Rumi* At the end of Summer 2012 I underwent surgery;  at the time I believed it was in my best interest.  Yet about 3 months later clouds of vanity interrupted the practical reality of the pain and suffering (physically as well as financially) caused by the issue in the first place.  I believe I have finally reached a space in my Being where I understand how that could be classified as a "flaw".  Nevertheless, my humanity is unhappy with the scars and pain that I deal with years later.  As a woman of a certain age, my Body has begun different changes that I have yet to grow accustomed to; along with my other issues, things have gotten a bit overwhelming.  Some days I remember my youth with fondness, however as I am typing these words which are coming from an unfamiliar space, I realize, I am still young!  Acknowledging my battle with Severe Depression is tough for a (self-diagnosed) N...

There's a blanket, fruit and wine. It's set under the play yard. Obscured by slides and other play things. Although we don't notice any of it. The Sun sets and the Sky changes in such majestic colors; filling the air with love and desire. We talk and touch as we await the Moon. Once darkness falls our clothes disappear as if they were powered by Sunlight. We admire one another as our shadows and the sound of our breathing echoes in the Night air. Followed by the love we will express as our breath and bodies become One.

Your brown eyes dance when they meet mine.  Your delicate hands and tiny feet are quite adorable on your petite frame.  The roundness of your cheeks and curve of your smile send me to a Space in my mind where "Beautiful" resides.  Soft waves, deep curls or bone straight; the hair captivates me.  The way in which you adorn your self reminds me of our first Christmas; sparkling and unexpected.  Your soft lips caress my hand and I only wish they were attached to some one else, so I could truly experience them against mine.  The delimma of Loving you and realizing I'm simply Loving me.