June evening thoughts

Laying here in bed, recovering. I, like so many others, have fallen to covid’s cruelty. Fortunately for me, the effects have been relatively minor. Extreme fatigue, a steady cough, intense congestion remain. Yesterday’s fever subsided this morning, along with the throat so sore swallowing was painful.


summer heat fades
a breeze bringing relief
windchimes sing

A fever during 90 degree heat…added unpleasantries. Today’s much cooler weather granted deep relief. I’m grateful.


so much cruelty 
fury trafficked rage
politics of pain

With all the recent news, I feel sadness. Will this society heal? What will rise from these ashes? Is there any beauty left?

I wonder.

Under The Sunlight

The Interurban Trail

under the sunlight 
moving gently with the clouds
connecting with the birds

amidst the sunlight: a haiku

A walk by Edmonds Marsh

This morning I walked along the Edmonds marsh, grabbing this shot with my humble Samsung S20. The haiku flowed naturally.

I opted to add the text to the image directly via Canva. It’s been a while since I’ve done such and thought it would be good to stay in practice. Below is the text:

amidst the sunlight 
the agenda of flowers
 boisterous birdsong 

Dark Clouds To The West

Brackett’s Landing in Edmonds

dark clouds to the west
despite the ominous signs
continue moving 

A Late Autumn Haiku


visions of autumn
daylight moves through clouds and rain
soon, soon winter comes 

Through Autumn Storms

Autumn Rose

through the autumn storms
the rose's tenacity
shines through today's sun

Glancing Skywards

skyward view of maple leaves

upwards through the leaves
lazy clouds oblivious 
air cooling my face

Raindrops on Petals

Raindrops on Petals


a break in the rain
sunlight creeps out from the clouds
the moment passes


Took this photo earlier this week. Lately, I’ve loved the effect of raindrops on leaves and petals. I hope you do, too.