Gratefully Present - Missoula, Montana

“If you must look back, do so

forgivingly. 

If you must look forward, do so 

prayerfully.

However, the wisest thing you can do is 

be present in the present... gratefully.”

- Maya Angelou (1928-2014)

Willow Leaves 2 - Missoula, Montana

They cluster
uproariously
with green grass
defying encroaching winter fade

still-vibrant variegations
flung from
wanton willow tresses
stripped now
And waiting

-ch

Willow Leaves 1 - Missoula, Montana

Loving the lean lines of the willow leaves strewn about a lawn I cross during my lunchtime walk.