I wish you
A sharp new pencil
To capture ideas
And friend's phone numbers.

I wish you
A big eraser
And the ability
To make mistakes.

I wish you
A shiny new notebook
To record your adventure
And tell your story.

I wish you
Exciting books
To stimulate your mind
And take you to new places.

I wish you
A big back pack
To store all your memories
And fulfill all your needs.

I wish you
All the love and learning
Your heart desires
As you continue on your journey.

Cocoon
Tethered to the stem
Snapped off by summer storms
Falling freely.
Not yet ready to fly
Yet not now safe inside.
I need a gentle breeze
To carry me
Until I can safely land
And complete the transformation.

Aloha Summer Party

Fun at the Fair

My new job!

The Highlander Book Shop at Macalester.

Happy Birthday, Joe

Congratulations, Rose and Dick!

Always somethin' happenin' at the Zoo