ruby bug


red ladybug crawling on my polished shoe
spring ruby ~ black dots dance 
 

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Treacher Avatar
March 10, 2026 at 11:07 PM
This is such a clear bright image. Beautiful.
Daniels Avatar
March 11, 2026 at 2:25 AM
ThkU for pop-in, Rachel. Xx.
Hind Avatar
March 8, 2026 at 9:44 PM
this is beautiful!! it's special :)
Terry Avatar
March 6, 2026 at 11:47 PM
Describing a lady bug as a spring ruby is a perfect idea! Your brevity hear still allows terrific imagery.
Daniels Avatar
March 7, 2026 at 1:34 AM
ThkU for visit & comment, Angela. Mucho obliged. X.
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