On a Platter

post-Super Bowl meal:
throw all leftovers in pan.
heat. Monday served up.

Super Bowl Ski

yes, the Broncos won.
but Rio overcame fear:
the true victory.

art museum fun
with friends who are leaving us
for warmer climates

finally carved time
for (drink-free) happy hour
(where laughter matters)

i want this time back:
three still-young girls, a castle
(Portuguese heaven)

how can one class change
from angels to demons, stat!
during one school day?

life of a teacher
defined by hard moments
that can’t be managed

these holiday gifts
in the form of flakes falling
make winter perfect

snow: what’s not to love?
silent city renewal–
few cars venture out

walking on a cloud
block after frosting-white block
to share tea, croissant

a break to catch up
on work, good books, coloring;
everything we need

and yes, a snowgirl
to add to our female fam
carrot nose and all

these “holiday” joys
gifts from some heavenly realm
make life worthwhile

anticipation
for hoped possibilities
falling from the sky