this is our family
working through each glittered pic
and this quarantine


this is our family
working through each glittered pic
and this quarantine


magic pupusas
like play dough for my nieces
home cooked by my son



side of garden leaves,
fresh cut perfect peonies,
beauty from our home

hiking out hurts us
(to face the world’s anger
instead of these trees)

from aspens to pines
peaks and creeks guide our soft steps
toward tranquility



the packing ordeal
of a backpacking journey
is so exhausting

for these quiet views
we walk into the forest
leaving all behind


(if only we could
forget the masks and all else
and escape this plague)

exchanging language
a small step brought by small girls
(the journey begins)

never would he speak
now he speaks: “You’re next, Ruby”
quarantine blessing

our mother’s birthday
with a masked botanic trip
through perfect gardens




summer cinema
(fun with Kentucky cousins)
all with just a sheet

Kentuckians here.
summer brings outdoor dinners.
(let’s hope for safety)




the perfect respite
after seventy-one days
staying safe at home

mental sanity
in our short time here on earth
can be life-saving


hiking these mountains
with their divine mental cleanse
has saved us today


away from the crowds
away from constant worry
here. here we are safe.

