September 22, 2026, Alaska trip

 Four More Days Till Cruise

First day in Mesa with the kids

Swam at YMCA

It was Lori’s aerobics class

Got groceries that day

 

Was feeling tired from the long drive

And so I took a nap

Then went and got some groceries

Canasta fills the gap

September 21, 2026, Alaska trip

 

The Drive to Mesa

 

At 9:30, were on our way.

We drove for eight hours.

It is a drive we often take,

With no thunder showers.

 

At a rest stop, I parked too close.

Hubby scratched a car door.

The man was none too delighted,

But he didn’t ask for more.

 

At another stop, a woman

Spotted a stolen car.

We didn’t stick around to watch.

We had yet to go far.

 

We got into Mesa at five.

Had dinner with tofu.

Lori and I played Canasta.

That’s always fun to do.

September 20, 2026, Alaska trip

 

One More Day

 

Just one more day before we leave,

It was a busy day.

I went to church and wrote a poem

And packed for my vacay.

 

I watered plants and cleaned the pots

And muffins, I did bake.

I had a flight change for New York

On the next trip I’ll take.

 

I talked with my dear friend, Lorraine.

Her son did pass away.

I’d like to be around for her,

But, now, I cannot stay

 

I also called Kathie, my friend,

To say prayers and good byes.

I took a nap that afternoon.

I felt that it was wise.

 

Before midnight, I went to bed,

And for some sleep, I prayed.

We’ll get up bright and early,

And then, be on our way.

September 19, 2026, Alaska Trip

 

Thank God for Friends

 

After breakfast I bagged up weeds

Then Kathie and James came

They brought her saw and her big truck

I’m glad that she was game

 

We worked two hours on the elms

That grew along my fence

And now I’ll try to keep them down

This Saturday and hence

 

The rest of the day I was tired

And snacked and watched TV

I even took a little nap

Was lazy as could be

 

And now today marks just two days

And then we will be on our way

 

September 29, 2026, Alaska Trip

 

Treasure

 

T oday I

R each up to You,

E xpressing my love and

A ppreciation for the

S ecurity I have in You.

U ltimately, when my mind is troubled, I

R ely on Your grace, love and mercy

E ach and every day. Remind me to do that more.

September 18, 2026, Alaska Trip

 

As the Lord Wills

 

Walked in the park with Regina

With Linda I did pray

And I researched New York hotels

For January Day

 

Three loads of laundry, then came next

And Facebook scrolling, too

I played some games and read some things

Though had a lot to do

 

I packed my carryon so full

Won’t fit another thing

I also packed my Mesa bag

For soon I will take wing

 

Just three more days and then we’ll drive

And I can’t wait to go

As long as it is the Lord’s will

Yes, this, of course, I know

 

veil Poetic Bloomings

 

2 Corinthians 3:16

 

Covered, hidden, protected

In grace

Yet standing bold, clean, seen

In the throne room