a little imagination does wonders

those of us who see people

animals and whole settings

portrayed by slowly moving clouds

are delighted by the “kissing camels”

especially as highlighted by rays

of a jovial Colorado sun

in the Garden of the Gods

of course, they are camels – we can see

their humps and elongated heads

stretched forward to show their affection

one for another

of course, cloud or rock camels would be

affectionate – our world is joyous

with unexpected moments of fun

wonder and awe

longed for

so far away

but still belonging

wanted, longed for

bringing with a hug

an inundation of joyful tears

toddler scooting

haiku

a toddler scooting

away, laughing, from her mom

all life is a game

onboard fun

laughter with the skilled

and playful chef who closes

his eyes so i can’t see him

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giggles and guffaws

 the giggles and guffaws

of our gang of four

contribute abundantly

to the noise in The Meating Place

but as the infant in her buggy

still sleeps, we continue to tell

tales and laugh with the joy

only precious friends can give                      

how do i answer?

 blue-purple larkspur and asters surround a vibrant sunflower

and yellow, gold and auburn roses, lilies and daisy wanna-be’s

bouquets in clear glass and handmade cream-white and blue pottery vases

preen beside the drawstring bag of earl gray tea

my heart sings with their proof of ‘i love you, mom’

my tears of undeserved joy

                                    mjNordgren  9/11/2022  N

extensive foundation

shoulders drooping in fatigue

my daughter leans against the wall

but a small smile brightens her eyes

as her husband talks of the wedding

party now off to all their own corners

of the nation

their son and now daughter-in-law

as well as -in-love back in new york

they realize gratefully that the reception

banquet hall had been filled with people

who will support and cherish

the newlyweds for the rest

of their lives

   mjNordgren 6/26/2022 blue house, lincoln city

hate, too

     haiku

pain and fear encage

blinding panoramic views

of the joy of life

                        mjNordgren  5/29/2022  N