cw: references to metaphorical body horror The gentle hands (as the canary thought of them) could not be around all the time. It was sad, but the canary knew that hands had things beyond its four walls. After all: the window showed a whole world…

Step 1: remember your shoes. Step 2: Pat your pockets. Step 3: Panic, as the wallet isn’t in that pocket. Step 4: search the house for the damn wallet. Step 5: find it in the purse. Step 6: Look for your glasses. Step 7: resume panicking. Step…

Count your blessings carefully. Think of them, appreciate each. Marinate them in fresh laughter (when was the last time you laughed?) and a few drops of tears (for sanity and balance.) Sieve belief carefully culling all the blind spots and information derived from media and…

#13: Sweet Bean Oh, sweet bean You smell so sweet Every goo-goo, every ga-ga Brings a smile to my face Every moment we embrace I am reminded to be grateful You see, sweet bean I was never expected to be a mother The doctors told…

Shuffle ball Shuffle ball Ball change Touch Heel step Step heel Heel step Three point turn Single buffalo With the beat Ready? Go!

1. Thread kindness through the needle of your apology and let the needle pierce beyond the excuses and half truths. 2. Pull the thread toward a place of grace, humility, and the recognition that even when you are wrong, you are loved. That even when…

Time Management is easy! Here are a few tips to help you along— # Always take on more than you can handle, because opportunities are rare and every opportunity is a chance to learn, to be better. # When asked if you could do it, say…

Thank you Poetry Marathon gods … this is exactly what I needed.   ATTENTION unfortunately this poem factory is currently  CLOSED FOR LUNCH We will reopen again at 2.30 ACT after a bite to eat & possibly a quick lie down

A little box of spices uncovered Distinctive due to a local ingredient Fresh, grated coconut, coriander seeds, Roasted to perfection, flavors gradually permeating The genesis of lunch Lentil and tamarind mixed gravy Vegetables in abundance The podi differs across regions and households Tempered with fresh…

  Directions: Start with a clean slate then add encouragement. Start to warm the small of her back with your hand and whisper that you are amazed by her in her ear. When she smiles thank her and when she is ready, kiss her. Not…