Stepping down from the terrace, the sun shines with a few wispy clouds floating overhead. In moments, enveloped in shadows, only patches of blue are visible overhead among the tall trees. Or are they trees? Most are tall and slender, only opening their arms as they near the sky above. Some, are not so tall, but have broad leaves close to the ground with tall stalks growing up toward the sky. They seem to have more room than other tree-things.

He stands shyly left foot on the line,

Excitement and fear warring in his face,

A tentative smile as he looks up

Only for a moment before looking down again.

The day is long,

exhaustion sets in

I need a break

A break from the stress,

A break from the work,

A break from my whirling thoughts.

The weekend was great

Adventure and accomplishment ruled

Blue sky o’er all and a pleasant breeze

Even though it was virtual

The derby brought smiles and cheers.

A feeling of being there

Yet a feeling from the past

Brought forth today by a simple event.

A wonderful feeling of light weight

I am once again young.