weeping

weeping daughter cry 

me a salt river of tears 

before you return.

river overflows 

marking the termination

of separation

wounded heart bleeding

pushed to the human limit

of lonely young girls.

rainy day walking

unnoticed tears stain my cheeks, 

muddy brain and boots.

wisdom comes so late

stalling outside the door-

entrance almost missed.

lucky in love

Lucky is not a 

fussy eater, happy at 

old country buffet

preferences may 

prevent experiences 

designed to bring grace.

dirty dishes, soap

laden hot water wait for

the touch of my hands.

goldfinch living in 

my garden while my daughter

battles her uncle.

suicidal mom

jumping off the Ford bridge hits

water with regret.

fluff balls

mud puddle bathtub

filled with chattering fluff balls

sounding the alarm

cold raindrop, wet dried

sunflower stalks, finches

searching for last seeds

emotional storm

shaking windows of my mind

with gales of anger.

goldfinch living in 

my garden while my daughter 

battles her uncle

domestic duty

summons me. Garden gazing

postponed until three.

four haiku

Witness the struggle,

opening your heart, without

any expectations.

Not controlling outcome

simply learning-watching your love

struggle to evolve.

Don't believe every 

word you hear, it's not ultimate truth

but relative truth.

Yet there is truth in 

personal experience,

allow diversity.

Daughter

How magnificent!

Goodbye separation and

Hello internet!

You know how I love 

To hold you in my arms and

sniff your fragrant hair

When are you too old

For Halloween trick and treat?

Someone told me "never!"

A little Haiku

Everyday before I die

Bleed in the attempt.