When You Rise

When you rise
 dance
 dance like frosty morning breath.
 Smile
 smile wider than sunrise.
 Breathe
 breathe slow, deep, rhythmic, tidal.
 Look
 look, see all, REALLY see
 like a hawk.
 Miss nothing
 for the world turns
 and when you are gone
  it will not miss you.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Murray Avatar
July 9, 2016 at 3:20 PM
Dance with me?
Wigley Avatar
July 10, 2016 at 1:00 AM
"Oh, how we danced, on the night that we met, that smell of me socks, and me breath and me sweat..." I'm sure that's how the auld song went. Of course I would, Jean, although I have two left feet. I really must stop stealing from shoe shops, I'm useless at it.... x
Inman Avatar
July 8, 2016 at 9:19 AM
Sometimes it is not easy to get the most out of life, so we have to just keep trying.
Wigley Avatar
July 8, 2016 at 2:38 PM
Wring life out like a flannel with the last droplet that will keep you alive, James. Regards, Viv
Andresen Avatar
July 7, 2016 at 12:46 PM
- It's about enjoying every second of life ..... every single detail - great written, Viv - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Wigley Avatar
July 7, 2016 at 10:47 PM
Takk, Anne-Lise, you're looking lovely today. Just like yesterday. And the day before. And the day before that. And.... x
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