Friday, February 4, 2011

Sum It Up-Right Now

February quietly sneaks in barely noticed,
like a house guest  arriving unannounced.
The days are rushed , they fly.
Phone calls, emails, appointments to keep.
February arrives with a quiet promise,
flirtation, whispers, and sweet romantic gestures.
Argentinian night, a beautiful meal awaits ,
with love and attention to detail.
We laugh over the music playing.
Daniel wearing his pajamas says goodnight,
I tuck him and rabbit in.
I embrace him and linger there,
moments that I will cherish forever.
When did Josh turn twenty five ?
when did sweet Daniel turn ten ?
Time is swift, time doesn't wait.
I follow my passion then, now.
I wear the scars of yesterday,
still a dreamer in my heart.
I triumphed along my life's journey.
I grow, I learn, I ask.
In my heart gratitude my companion.
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14 comments:

  1. Molly @ Postcards from a Peaceful DivorceFebruary 4, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    Ooh, what's an Argentinian night? He's ten and still sleeps with his rabbit? I'm glad to hear that. There are some things that I don't want time to steal.

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  2. Aidan Donnelley Rowley @ Ivy League InsecuritiesFebruary 4, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    Cryptic and dazzling and felt.

    Love this: "Time is swift, time doesn't wait." So so painfully true.

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  3. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2011 at 10:54 AM

    I grow, I learn, I ask.
    In my heart gratitude my companion.
    really all you need :)

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  4. ayalaFebruary 4, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    Yes, Molly. I love that he sleeps with his rabbit still . I don't know how much longer he will be doing that so I savor the moment. Argentinian night we have an authentic barbecue , music , and wine. :)

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  5. ayalaFebruary 4, 2011 at 1:29 PM

    Thank you, Aidan. As my mother used to say time does not wait for anyone.

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  6. ayalaFebruary 4, 2011 at 1:30 PM

    Yes, Brook. That is all I need :)

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  7. TessaFebruary 4, 2011 at 7:05 PM

    aaaah, time! You are so right about February being so full and fast. It's my least favorite month, but that means things will begin to look up. Beautiful writing.

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  8. ayalaFebruary 4, 2011 at 7:29 PM

    Thanks, Tessa. I hope things look up for you soon.

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  9. melissaFebruary 4, 2011 at 8:05 PM

    Sounds like perfection: gratitude and wonder!

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  10. kateFebruary 5, 2011 at 12:54 AM

    so many beautiful images--enjoy february!

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  11. ayalaFebruary 5, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    Thank you, Melissa. Gratitude and wonder are magic!

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  12. ayalaFebruary 5, 2011 at 7:04 AM

    Thank you, Kate. I hope yo enjoy it as well. It seems like the year is flying!

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  13. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2011 at 8:25 AM

    Gratitude is a darn good companion, isn't it?

    I find February the longest month of the year! It sounds as if it's the opposite for you. (Love the Argentinian nights!)

    Enjoy your February!

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  14. ayalaFebruary 8, 2011 at 10:44 AM

    Great companion! Mel, I love those nights to, it's a party :)

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