Life’s Afternoons

Published on by Tosha Michelle

Life’s afternoons pass quickly
The buzz. The bark. The lilies.
Take notices of these things.
Eat the pear. Find meaning in the sea, the clouds, the elms.
Listen to the song of the birds,
the solitaires, the chamber music of the air.
Know sometimes the sky will
darken, but eventually the overcast grey will lighten.

Take the long way home.
Crown yourself with constellations.
Lounge under the grand oak.
Don’t be afraid to walk toward
the cliff’s edge.
If you fall. Find the lesson in
a halo broken.

Bend close to the curves of ears of those you love, tell them how much you care. If words dissolve on your tongue,
give them the warmth of your arms instead.

Believe in the call notes of
your heart. Store up the
soul’s rubies and sapphires.
Drink up all the moonlight
you can.
Be more than just a stray wind.
While you’re alive, live
have faith in the possibilities,
the thorns, the rosehip, and
the ever changing pitch of
afternoons well spent.

-Tosha Michelle

23 thoughts on “Life’s Afternoons”

    2. Truly a beautiful and meaningful poem.
      A halo broken.💕 it’s funny how Time has a way of slowing us down, and take note.
      The comfort of your wisdom, keeps us hopeful and strong. I’ve learned to love the peace found in stillness. Thank you so much, Dale. ❤️

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      3. Aww. YOU are very graciously welcome. I am trying to have a wonderful, but I am having to deal with a few effects from my recent surgery. Hope to be well soon. I hope that you have a great night.

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