Looking

outside my window looking

leaves on trees I see
shadows and light as well
the presence of the sun I feel,
a sunroom with light abounding
wicker furniture there too...
an empty cat tree since our
three cats are sitting with me,
outside my window looking
no birds of paradise arrive
plenty of robins and bluejays
since the hummingbirds
left here weeks ago...
outside my window looking
on both sides surrounded
by RVs - makes me want to
go camping but I am no
longer that kind of child...
outside my window looking
a neighbor rakes up his leaves
mine will soon be mowed since
it can be done sitting down,
no need to stand all the time...
outside my window, looking
nothing new comes to mind,
just an old fashion community
with lots of peace of mind.

November 3, 2024