I love waking in the nether night
when woodsmoke is faint
and verse bubbles from left ear and right
elevations and giggles from childhood love wind swirls and curls around my head
tickling a smile
“Wake up! Wake up!”
the faeries whisper
there’s magic in the in-between
come see the stars before they sleep
they’re underneath the clouds
playing checkers with the waning moon
before she gives the night back to the sun
your best friend is nestled in your heart
mud pies with roley-poley messages
Charlie’s Angels and Happy Days
ask her what you’re going to color today
maybe there will be paint on your fingers
or flour under your nails
Sundays call for chocolate cake
macaroni and cheese
iced tea on the porch and jacks
let’s play jacks
–Rebecca Villarreal
Rebecca Inspires Now 
When you know you can close your eyes for a few move minutes. And your kitten doesn't know you are awake!
Sent: Sunday, December 06, 2015 at 7:45 AM
Yes, Leona! Yes! xoxo
Yes! Love! Mmmm mac n cheese! xoxo Happy Sunday!
Thank you so much! Happy Sunday (on Tuesday :))
Oh, how I love the way you invoke childhood memories in your lyrical poetry … what a lovely way to be greeted this morning. 🙂
xoxo
I so appreciate you reading and commenting Stacy! And I love that you were greeted by this! xoxo
Thank you Rebecca. I am turning 65 in January. I have been uncharacteristcally reflective here lately, finding that my thoughts are drifting back to my younger years. Not filled with regrets or the “what ifs” but the sweet moments. Your piece helped to bring back those times and sweet moments in the time of my life, spent with those that I loved and are now gone. No sadness or tears just sweet memories.
Wow, Michelle. Your comment made my heart so, so happy! I love the way you embrace your sweet memories!
Delightful! Thanks for posting Rebecca. Hope all goes well in California. All’s well here.
You’re welcome, Dan! Thank you for being a faithful reader. Things are great!