My windows point East The first touch of soft light Heavy darkness Caressing me while still ****** Mist sways in ghost like swirls Across the scythed field edging the yard I am thankful Deer play, eating the harvest lost by machine Tie dye Tuesday with assorted colors Stains on cement Waiting A robin's nest squatters are ready for flight New wings shake nervous feathers I am healing As the leaves unfurl Warm breezes skate through every crack Soaking up the sun with sable pelt Side by side Both hearts radiating love Her gentle purrs reassuring All is well Summer reinforcing my frame *I am