Friday, August 22, 2008

Moments



ripples on the surface
disturbed by splashes
followed by “I did it”s
echo the surroundings

tell me, dear folks,

how would I be bored?
as I settle down relaxed
to watch my three-‘r-old
throw stones in the pond
then screech in delight-
a bundle of excitement,
she is living the moment
without a single complaint

tell me, dear folks, tell me

how easy a habit it is?
to swell with happiness
and pride at her pranks –
when life is filled brinks
with moments like this.

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In response to 3WW prompt.

This is also for ReadWritePoem prompt

8 comments:

Crafty Green Poet said...

very well observed and a lesson for us all!

Anonymous said...

Kid's can be so easily "in the moment", it's so natural for them. While we have to struggle to achieve that "child mind" / "beginner's mind", sometimes envious of their sheer delight.

Babysitting my little nephews and nieces is one the most fun things I get a chance to do -- thanks for a poem that captures the feeling of those moments.

TC said...

I loved this UL. Just the lift up that I needed this afternoon.

I feel the same way every time I'm around my nephew. I simply cannot be bored. There is too much to enjoy.

mitr_bayarea said...

a great one on living in the moment and taking in the joy of your 3 year old...good to see a different tone in this poem..

Anonymous said...

there is a proverb abt being childlike to enter heaven... it is good to see you in the fold and writing again... you have been missed...

Tumblewords: said...

Aw, how nifty! Where would we be without the absolute joy that children share so readily? Great piece!

Anya Padyam said...

Awesome!! it is so sweet, really loved it!

I needed some cheering up... :)

Whitesnake said...

enjoyable girl!