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Smoky Mornings

On a misty morning like this, With the low hills of northeast Kansas Caressed by fog and covered with dew, And the fresh new of a September morning Muted by such clouds as this, It is hard not to miss … Continue reading

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Beneath the Branches

Accidentally having disturbed a small bird from its sheltered place on a wintry morning, I resolve to be more careful. Continue reading

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A Calm and Hopeful Fog

In the dense closeness of last night’s fog, I could imagine angels singing to shepherds in the mist… Continue reading

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August Morning

The morning sun barely burns through this morning fog, shaping a fiery red circle to the east… a smooth and easy beginning to this good day. Continue reading

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Day of Fog and Mist

I like the way a day like this
settles around you,
pulls a comforting shroud of gray
up close
but not too close, Continue reading

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A Hint of Autumn Comes to Doniphan County

The ridge beyond the ridge
barely shows in its darker tinge
against the fringe of smooth slate
that waits for the breaking of day Continue reading

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Light and Shadows

A muted moon fades through
the upper veil,
swelling slightly in the night’s soft covering. Continue reading

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After the Rain

Even small things
must be done carefully,
else the good we intend
for those we love
will seem more like cursing than blessing. Continue reading

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A Chance of Rain

A full moon sets a ruffled glow
showing through the clouds,
a vague and veiled testimony
like the hazy kiss of fog against the face. Continue reading

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Cool Risings

A few cows move through the mist of morning
in the pasture beyond the highway.
Heavy dew has formed on the thick grass,
leaving a dull silvery look. Continue reading

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