Updated: Apr 25, 2021
I am awakened by Bill Withers and a feline stampede.
Teeth stop grinding, bones start aching. Joints snap, crackle, pop
as I rise to start the java IV. Prepare healthful sustenance in little
plastic boxes that always come back slimy. Begin intense debates
on the amount of time precious bodies will be exposed to cold
before the temperature rises up, up, up. Not high enough for me.
Hard hugs and good day wishes. The shock waves still knock me
over; these towering magnificent creatures were once just acorns
inside me. Off they go, taking my heart strings and a piece of the
atmosphere along with them.
Hard Hugs & Heart Strings, by Pearle
Lives and creates in glorious Muskoka, Ontario. Pearle has embarked on a journey of creative reinvention following some life altering health issues. Her poetry and photography are inspired by nature and finding raw beauty in everyday life.
"This was written based on a regular morning in my life.
The mundane melody of the whole school day routine and that moment of sad silent bliss when the door slams and the kids are off. "
Instagram: @poesybypearle
Updated: Apr 25, 2021
When you’re truly ready
to move on
be precise about it
Double knot
the loose threads
and snip the tendrils
Make it impossible
for all your progress to
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Sharp Scissors, by Pearle
Lives and creates in glorious Muskoka, Ontario. Pearle has embarked on a journey of creative reinvention following some life altering health issues. Her poetry and photography are inspired by nature and finding raw beauty in everyday life. | Author on the piece:
"Was inspired by the prompt "loose threads". I really enjoyed writing this piece and believe in the premise wholeheartedly."
Instagram: @poesybypearle
Updated: Apr 25, 2021
These days,
we connect in grid formations
through blue light.
Stories are told,
costumes may appear
and glasses are spilled and refilled.
I think the most beautiful part
of this new world is how old friends
simply blend right in.
Blue Light Belly Laughs, by Pearle
Lives and creates in glorious Muskoka, Ontario. Pearle has embarked on a journey of creative reinvention following some life altering health issues. Her poetry and photography are inspired by nature and finding raw beauty in everyday life.
"This piece was inspired by the many zoom calls my friends and I have had throughout the pandemic.
This particular group of friends I've had for over 25 years.
Our ability to slip back into youthful silliness and complete hilarity despite the trying times has been such a respite."
Instagram: @poesybypearle