Time

Everything is so different.

Subtly, Life turned to me

And whispered “I’m here”

then left in a rolling wind

Everything is so different.

I close my eyes

And memories crash forth

wanting a place to reside

Everything is so different.

I stand outside in light warmth

And take in sweet scents

that ache as they pass through

Everything is so different.

The day breathes in

And thoughts collide stunningly

boldly possessing all that’s laid bare

Everything is so different.

Strongly, exhalations of the past fall

And give way to newness

brought forth by a soaking rain.