Simply Magical

My life has never been what you would consider a fairytale. I’ve had “magical” moments, but nothing that screamed, “DISNEY!” That was the case until this evening. Everything in this story is completely true. So sit back, relax, and relish in my Disney-like encounter. You may hurry and pop some popcorn if you so desire. You could also dress in a giant hotdog costume and sing, “Let’s all go to the lobby.” Not only would that prepare you for my story, it would also be highly entertaining…for me.

My roommate, Janel, and I went for a stroll this evening. We had no set course; that detail was left to chance. We found ourselves entering a wooded area. Our footsteps on the path offered a steady rhythm in the tranquility of the evening. Our laughter was accompanied by the rustle of leaves. As we walked deeper down the path, the trees were replaced by giant cattails. The scent of swamp hung heavy in the air. We turned onto a secluded trail and saw the bending blades of grass in a large glade. I glanced across the wide expanse of fluttering strands when something seized my gaze. The most beautiful deep brown eyes met mine. I stopped so suddenly that Janel looked at me in surprise, but my gaze never left his. By the look in his chocolaty eyes, I knew he was feeling the same emotions that were cascading through me. My heart was racing and there was a twinge of fear. But the magic of the moment was undeniable. I felt a rush of excitement, giddiness, tenderness. Finally remembering to breathe, I inched closer afraid to disturb the enchantment. He didn’t move, but his gaze never left mine. Suddenly, footsteps and laughter were heard. Anxiety welled inside because I knew this would ruin the ethereal air. I tore my gaze from his and turned and saw some runners approaching. ‘No!’ I thought. ‘Go away! You’ll ruin everything.’ Spinning around, I frantically searched the path to find that he had disappeared.

Knowing that all Disney movies end happily, I decided to maintain a positive outlook. Hopefully, I would see him again soon. And I did. I saw him hiding behind a tree. He was such a dear, or should I say deer. Yes, my magical moment was with an animal. It was an incredibly Disney experience except he didn’t start talking to us, which would have been AWESOME! And there were no men in tights. Rats!

All I Have to Say is. . .

"Badgers?!? BADGERS?!? We don't need no stinking BADGERS!!!"

Sands of Change

Time continuously flows, and yet,
The world has ceased spinning.
Everything loved is now lost.
There is no turning back the clock.
A treasure once held so delicately,
Now broken, crumbled,
Cascading through limp fingers;
Sand sifts through an hourglass.
In helpless agony, eyes are glued,
The thin sandy stream pours swiftly.
Dreams rush into the granular whirlpool.
Glassy surroundings offer no friction.
As the sands fall, so do the tears.
Both trickle down a smooth surface.
Nothing can save the shattered hopes.
The past fills with fragments;
Piles of regret augment.
Each grain flows to the ultimate destiny.
Time cannot be recovered.
What is lost cannot be restored.
The future lays empty, void of sand,
The figure stands still, hesitating.
The sands cannot be reversed,
But can begin once more with the turn of fate.
Shaking hands reach to rotate the clock,
Will this span be filled with regret?
Or is time, in fact, the great healer?
The choice is for the individual.
Knuckles wipe away at fears rushing down.
A sigh escapes, hands clenched,
A decision made; no more uncertainty.
Determined hands turn the Timer.
Walking away, a smile crosses worn lips.
Life is given the chance to begin anew.