Tag Archives: joy
Between the Sunflower Stalks
August in a West Virginia sunflower field, early morning but already hot. Charlie’s blue helmet bobs through brilliant yellow flowers. He smiles as I eye other infants between the sunflower stalks. I envy their round heads, symmetrical faces, bare scalps. … Continue reading
Creative Project
Blige, is reveling in her newfound peace and her many creative projects — and her single status. “Divorce, that took a load off,” she says, leaning back in her chair. “The day that I began to lighten up is the … Continue reading
Thrive
Growth takes effort, we know, but it needn’t always require constant toil. Think of how far a little sunshine and a sprinkle of water go toward making a seedling sprout. What little habits shift can you make this season feel … Continue reading
Harlem Hopscotch
One foot down, then hop! It’s hot. Good things for the one that’s got. Another jump, now to the left. Everybody for hisself In the air, now both feet down. Since you lack, don’t stick around. Food is gone, the … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 