Focus on the endgame
Concentrate on what you want
believe in yourself
Then it will happen
7/27/24
Urban Hunt
Oh, the joys of searching for parking,
Never an easy task to tackle,
Frustration often seems to follow.
As I navigate the crowded streets,
Hoping for a spot that feels like a win.
Oh, the joys of searching for parking.
With every turn, my patience wears thin.
I scan the curbs, my hopes on the rise,
Never an easy task to tackle,
Dreaming of freedom beneath open skies.
As empty spaces dance just out of reach.
Frustration often seems to follow.
Ocean Beckoning
Special thanks to my collaborator on this Rengay, Anthony
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Shallow warm water.
Very salty to the taste.
Greets, in steady waves.
Nature’s beauty on display,
Sunshine sparkling on the sea.
-AAA/MAD 07/17/2024
The Daily Extra # 79
50 years ago, on September 5, 1975
Frank Fools Crow, an Oglala Lakota spiritual leader and medicine man, led the opening prayer for a session of the U.S. Senate, making him the first native American religious leader to do so. He spoke the invocation in Lakota
Quote for September 10, 2025
The Whispers of the Meadow Tree
In a meadow stood a tall tree,
With branches that danced wild and free.
It whispered to the breeze,
With rustling leaves as it pleased,
A sentinel of joy, so carefree!
Infesting Thoughts
Bothered by the infest of thoughts
A nuisance that never seems to fade
Chasing peace, but it cannot be caught
These worries, in my mind, have made a trade
7/30/24
Real Truth
Let’s be real and true,
Nature’s whispers in the breeze,
Moments meant for you.
Solitary Moments
Solitary moments stretch into eternity,
As I yearn for a connection, a sense of fraternity,
Kept away from the laughter and the cheer,
I seek solace in the silence, holding my dear.
7/26/24
The Daily Extra # 78
Mindful Moment
Did you know ironing could be a mindfulness practice? Focus on the weight of an iron as you extend your arm back and forth and notice how the fabric changes as you iron out the wrinkles. Stay present, and when your mind wanders, use your senses to come back to the moment
Quote for September 9, 2025
Soft Notes
Soft notes fill the air,
Nurtured dreams in sleepy eyes,
Peaceful nights await.
The Fear
Overcrowded places.
Bring out my anxiety.
Remember to breathe.
Don’t let it overwhelm you.
Just be brave and keep going…
-MAD/AAA 07/21/2024
Settle the Knight
Oh, once there was a knight named Settle,
Whose armor was quite shiny and metal.
In the jousting ring, he aimed for gold,
But alas, his skills were not that bold.
He clashed and clanged with all his might,
But always ended up with bronze in sight.
He’d hang his head, feeling quite glum,
While the crowd would cheer for the number one.
So Settle the knight, so full of grace,
Would polish his bronze with a sad embrace,
And though he aimed for the highest throne,
Bronze was the metal he made his own.
7/12/24
Missy’s MAD Challenge # 058
Every week, a creative prompt will be offered for you to unleash your imagination and artistic skills.
You can share your response in the form of art or any creative expression that the prompt inspires.
There are no restrictions and no deadlines, so feel free to take your time and enjoy the creative process.
Remember to label your response with #missysmadchallenge.
Your challenge for this week
- In the middle of the night, a boy is running through the woods.
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