a contemplative poem about how we strive so hard to look young and fight against natural changes as we age. Can we put more energy into accepting our bodily changes while committing to fight against bitterness, grumpiness and fear which will actually age us more?

A contemplative poem about accepting that life is a series of events, and that each day we are given the opportunity to find and grasp something we can be grateful for. Somedays may require more energy to search, but there will always be something to redeem our day.

A poem about choosing whether to focus on the differences among us or those things which make us similar; that make us human

A poem about being mindful and present in this day...aware that there is always something to learn and to be grateful for this lesson, regardless if it is a sweet or a bitter one

From the contemplative poem "Full-filled" ....not wanting and not needing, grateful for all that is yet hopeful for all that could be.