The sounds of different birds
Singing, cooing...In the early mornings
Just before the sun comes up

The cool breeze on my skin
Because I am an early riser
And a night owl

The first cup of coffee and a cigarette
Out on the porch, with the quiet songs of nature
Or, the sweet taste of Asti, in the bath

Candles lit, with the mellow sounds of
My table fountains, gurggling
Tori Amos, Tracy Chapman,or Celtic music in the background

Kate. Who surpasses 'sister'
Into the realm of 'better than best friend'
All of our incredibly talented family

Spending time with my friends- the best that money couldn't replace
Going out, acting silly, getting tattoos and piercings together
Because, we can

The first phone call to, or from a 'new' friend
Hearing their voice for the very first time
After admiring their spirit, heart and talent

Dancing- Oh yes, dancing
Slow, sensual, rhythmic, undulating-up close and personal
Or...headbanging, down the road, in the car on a sunny day

Guy friends- who give me advice
Pats on the back, and perspectives
Into a mans world, and ask nothing (past friendship) in return

The looks of sheer delight, when my grand-daughters see me
As they barrel, head long, into my arms
Screaming 'Nana...Nana'

The look in my son-in-laws eyes
When he looks at my daughter
Planning their wedding, and their life together

The embrace of my sons, when they say..
"I love my Mommy!"
Even at 22 and 24 years old....(God..I love that!)

Or nights,they wanna hang with 'mom'
Toss back a few, share new stories
And the latest alternative music CD's

Playing guitar, writing, singing
Reclaiming the 'me' I left behind
So many, freaking, years ago

Being younger, at 46, than i felt at 25
Only because i had 3 babies
And a lot of alone time, i didn't appreciate

Work- Yes, I said, work
It's a great job, with endless possibilities
Who wouldn't love working in radio?

But most of all- The best of the best
Are times with you, all the dreams we share
Because.."YOU" are what makes me happiest.

*thank you for making me smile...for your trust, encouragement and confidence...most of all...thank you..for loving me......always, your green-eyed lady.