untangling the web

poetry about and photography of everyday happenings and sights

Pay Attention

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On a grey morning, bright yellow
fields of flowers
caught my eye and
lifted me up,

caused me to pay attention to
spots of beauty —
pink crepe myrtles
feathery grass —

shifted my thoughts and reminded
me to focus
on here and now
not there and then.

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Author: BHW

I am an octogenarian, mother, grandmother, wife, sister, friend, voracious reader, and amateur poet. I am dedicated to keeping both my mind and body active through yoga and tai chi, walks with my dog, rich discussion with my book club and 80+ groups, and numerous other activities. I have a deep curiosity about the world and its inhabitants.

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