Category: Prose

Tina (A repost)

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A Haibun

Tina Turner, image from Smooth Radio

I have decided to give you your flowers while you’re still here. A wonder–a mystic amongst Gods and the ungodly. You have always been captivating. I never wanted to sing. I never wanted to dance. But I have always wanted to write, and you paved the way for me to have this voice–my voice in a world of chaotic flows and shiftless thoughts. You have conquered a sea of endless pain and lived to testify.

Millions of people sing your songs at the top of their lungs–breaths poured into the air that land at your feet. We still stand in awe of you; so incredibly in love with you, we speak your name . . . Tina.

Legends can be born
To be what legends should be
You are so much more

And now, one of my favorite Tina Turner songs.

Tina Turner, What’s Love Got To Do With It?

I wrote this poem and shared it here on November 26, 2022, when this amazing Queen was still breathing. She still lives. She always will. Rest in Power.

“The night time can be quite the liar.’

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I hope you have a friend who can remind you with a few words not to go where you feel like you’re going–one who can pull you back up when you feel like you’re sinking without doing or saying too much.

Because Walker is a gem; she always has been.

You just get it, and they just get you.

I really do hope you have a friend or friends like this, too.

Jernee Timid is a Walking Machine Now!

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Jernee Timid during our morning walk on Friday, May 05, 2023.

I’ve been capturing Jernee on video these past five days during our morning walk. My baby girl has a bit more pep in her step!

I’m quite sure it’s probably because I’m cooking her food and paying closer attention to the treats I give her or make for her.

There’s this burst of energy that hasn’t been in her in at least 3 years now. She can walk longer distances and is even walking faster than me at times.

I am here for it! Happy Friday, beautiful people! Enjoy the video!