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Kindred Spirit
Intense
knowing green eyes
looks into you, woman
to decide if you’re worthy of
her trust
sweet young soul so full of wisdom
knows a kindred spirit
when she touches
your heart
©2020 Linda Lee Lyberg
Colleen’s Weekly Poetry Challenge No.182 #Photo Prompt
Author’s Note: Dedicated to Colleen and her new kitten, Freyja. ❤
Linda Lee Lyberg is a wife, mother, artist, published poet and author. She resides in Mesa, AZ with her husband Pete (aka The Big Viking) of 24 years, and her dog, Ricky Bobby. Linda writes various forms of poetry, as well as short stories. You can read more of her works at: charmedchaos.com
and purchase anthologies containing her work here: Amazon Author Page
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#Haiku: Evening Lull
“Just as the smell of the earth during a Summer rain… Oh, how lovely it is to love and to be loved in return.”
― Efrat Cybulkiewicz
sultry evening lull
crickets sing for cooling rain
as the sun sinks low
©2020 Linda Lee Lyberg
Linda Lee Lyberg is a wife, mother, artist, published poet and author. She resides in Mesa, AZ with her husband Pete (aka The Big Viking) of 24 years, and her dog, Ricky Bobby. Linda writes various forms of poetry, as well as short stories. You can read more of her works at: charmedchaos.com
and purchase anthologies containing her work here: Amazon Author Page
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Waltz of Nature
When the world weighs heavy on this tender heart,
I get out in glorious nature and take a walk
to feel the warm sun upon my wrinkled face,
to marvel at the majesty of graceful trees,
swaying in an elegant waltz with the summer breeze
I hear the soothing trill of doves perched among the leaves
chasing elusive shade throughout the sweltering day
as they rest, take a break from the scorching heat
I continue my stroll, to find the balance I seek
With each footstep, my worries become lighter
I find myself smiling at the happy brilliant flowers
and marvel how they stand tall in daybreak’s hours
never faltering or worrying about anything at all
©2021 Linda Lee Lyberg
Author’s Note: This morning I have a breast MRI to see if there is any other cancer, so I will be thinking about my garden while I am having the test.
Linda Lee Lyberg is a wife, mother, artist, published poet and author. She resides in Mesa, AZ with her husband Pete (aka The Big Viking) of 24 years, and her dog, Ricky Bobby. Linda writes various forms of poetry, as well as short stories. You can read more of her works at: charmedchaos.com
and purchase anthologies containing her work here: Amazon Author Page
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#Haiku: Afterglow
golden afterglow
a stillness in holy light-
grey mockingbird sings
©2020 Linda Lee Lyberg
Frank J. Tassone: Hakai Challenge #143 Choose your own Summer Kigo
Linda Lee Lyberg is a wife, mother, artist, published poet and author. She resides in Mesa, AZ with her husband Pete (aka The Big Viking) of 24 years, and her dog, Ricky Bobby. Linda writes various forms of poetry, as well as short stories. You can read more of her works at: charmedchaos.com
and purchase anthologies containing her work here: Amazon Author Page
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#Haiku: Pink Rose
“The more you love roses the more you must bear with thorns.” ― Matshona Dhliwayo
finding my center-
in the heart of the pink rose
comes enlightenment
©2020 Linda Lee Lyberg
Linda Lee Lyberg is a wife, mother, artist, published poet and author. She resides in Mesa, AZ with her husband Pete (aka The Big Viking) of 24 years, and her dog, Ricky Bobby. Linda writes various forms of poetry, as well as short stories. You can read more of her works at: charmedchaos.com
and purchase anthologies containing her work here: Amazon Author Page
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#Haibun: Calling my Angels
Today while walking my little dog, I had some company. A large purple dragonfly darted through the air all around me, making sure I caught a glimpse of him/her. This is my first time to see a purple dragonfly here in Arizona and I attach much significance to this.
Yesterday I received some frightening news. I have invasive ductal carcinoma in my left breast and lymph node under my arm, and it is Stage 2. I am now learning more about cancer. I have an appointment some time today to discuss next steps for a treatment plan.I don’t know where this journey will end, but I know my dragonfly sighting is a good omen.
calling my angels
searching for guidance, wisdom
this hot summer day
©2020 Linda Lee Lyberg
Author’s Note: I looked up the meaning of a purple dragonfly and this is what I found:
If you see a purple dragonfly, you are being called upon to tap into your higher power. Use your mind to connect to this source through prayer or mediation. The purple dragonfly is an exalted symbol, one that asks you to seek out something greater than yourself. You have within you the capability to tap into a higher power and your angels are standing by, waiting for you to reach out and connect with them. The purple dragonfly reminds you that there is more out there, and you are capable of living in an elevated state.- Source Uniguide.com
Linda Lee Lyberg is a wife, mother, artist, published poet and author. She resides in Mesa, AZ with her husband Pete (aka The Big Viking) of 24 years, and her dog, Ricky Bobby. Linda writes various forms of poetry, as well as short stories. You can read more of her works at: charmedchaos.com
and purchase anthologies containing her work here: Amazon Author Page
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Tap, Tap, Tap
Tap,tap,tap
My heart drumming
Beating with ferocity
Filling me with anxiety
Clouding my head with all the ‘what ifs’
Long deep breaths to slow the pounding beat
Promising myself that whatever comes,
I will meet it with the same intensity and win
©2020 Linda Lee Lyberg
dVerse Poets Pub: Quadrille #106
Linda Lee Lyberg is a wife, mother, artist, published poet and author. She resides in Mesa, AZ with her husband Pete (aka The Big Viking) of 24 years, and her dog, Ricky Bobby. Linda writes various forms of poetry, as well as short stories. You can read more of her works at: charmedchaos.com
and purchase anthologies containing her work here: Amazon Author Page
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