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Friday, September 30, 2022

Remember

Photo by Emma Carlson

 

This is a piece written a month or so ago about an experience with this wonderful boy (and his Mama) at Reid State Park, Maine.

 

Remember

Ocean waves crest and roll
onto the beach where we stand
hand-in-hand.
Waters recede,
sand slides away
beneath our feet.
His tiny hand grips hard
and a gasp rushes forth.
I feel the energy of his fear,
pick him up in my arms,
gently let him know
we are safe
right there together.
I realize that something I have
experienced many times
is yet another first for him.
My awareness opens wide,
 along with my heart,
and he slowly settles into
my loving care.
The ground did move,
it felt as if we were sinking.
Yet, solid we are
in our togetherness.
Thank you once again,
sweet Otto,
for helping me remember
the gentle goodness
of trusting in Love.

Oma (Sarah Carlson)
August 31, 2022