Alexandra’s Favorite Flowers

It was a cozily warm day in mid May. Sunshine filled the vibrant blue sky with only hints of whispy far off clouds. Alexandra decided to go outdoors. Coming out of her bedroom and skipping down the stairs she was greeted by a familiar, sweet fragrance.

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A Special Gift

The sun peeking past the bedroom curtain woke me. I stretched and looked over at the clock—9 am, the 30th of February. Yawning, I wrestled my legs out from under the covers. I sat up with a start. I looked at the clock again. February 30th. What? I knew this was a leap year but that made it the 29th not the 30th. Besides, I clearly remember that yesterday was the 29th. I dismissed it as some electronic glitch with the clock.

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A Holy Place

For some,
Music unleashes the soul,
Pent up by worldly burdens.

As aloe soothes a burn,
Music can heal a dry, starved spirit
Bringing it life-giving moisture,
That it may bloom and flourish anew.

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