i give in
I danced in the rain today
it wasn't a warm rain
more harsh, refreshing
i had too
to rinse the pain away
and to give in to my inner child
who just wanted to dance
to natures song...and feel free again
it was exhilirating
barefoot..dancing from rock to rock
a leap here...and twirl there..
all sorts of moves from years of lessons
all leading me to the biggest puddle in our yard
what joy that was!
icy water...meeting with cold toes
splashing in the freezing water
just because i wanted too
i kicked and i stomped
tension finally released
as i danced my way back to the house
i smiled at the passing strangers just staring at me
my neighbors just smiled and waved back
laughing with me
because this was something only i would do..
in january....
what fun is there in life if you don't play
and listen to your inner child
i thought she died somewhere long ago
comfort in knowing
i am loved
by my child
if no one else
that my friends care....
and hold me accountable
these are the two most precious gifts
love of a child
and friends...true friends
and i have both so i am happy
for now.....
