things that are beautiful...

curry-colored bird breast
the sound of childrens laughter
the sweet scent of a rainstorm brewing
the wild wandering lighting slashing through the dusk
dogs fetching stick, fish heads, yellow volleyballs, and plush, squeaky hedgehogs
minnows gathering and scattering in the afternoon light
a wild deer grazing on ferns on a salty island
wild berries and the pungence of crushed spruce needles
a smiling sunflower flirting with the sun
fresh mint among the wet, rocky shore
poetry by morning, noon, and night
soft, sometimes fervent prayers
the voices of the choir in church
the sound of the wind kissing the tops of poplars
wild roses and rosehips
smiles of friends and strangers
the whisperings of my sweetheart


alix