I've been away on unexpected family matters,just got back. A mini crisis which hopefully is now resolved. Hope to catch up soon. I've missed you,and hope you all are well. Thanks for your emails of concern. 

~*~

beyond the barriers of flesh
i watch life being lived, as both
humanity and nature
perpetuates itself

from sunset to sunrise
the living drama of surprise
where sights and sounds arise
to keep me mystyfied

i watch myself reacting
being enthralled by it all
as i've always been,but my
outside view is different
than the inside one

now i question the reasons
perhaps, due to my many seasons
finally realizing there aren't as
many left,as have gone before

somehow i feel much closer to
where my next phase of life is
taking me, seeing both views
with more depth 
 

 all has become more cherished
with more beauty, even amidst
the debris we must live through
life is a wondrous merry -go -round
my horse and i are adventure bound

etw