My Tribe
Kylie is in the guest room
with Danielle
playing a game,
their voices
like Christmas bells
ringing in my heart.
My husband and son
are sitting on the porch
talking about boats,
watching the water
in the canal
float by.
My daughter is not here
but back in NH
working,
making a safe
life for her
daughter
I'm in the kitchen
chopping onions,
red bell peppers,
and celery
for macaroni salad
humming a soft tune.
Tribal bliss!
ReplyDeleteThe closeness and love in the family...beautiful.
ReplyDeleteUtter contentment. How I envy you!
ReplyDeleteThere is so much comfort in this toasty piece..maybe we can all sing a hum of contentment when we are surrounded by people who love us and know us..Jae
ReplyDeletenice to read about your close "tribe"
ReplyDeletecongregating tribes
Such a nice view of a family life. Enjoyed the flow of your piece and the picture it created!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely piece. Truth and warmth and beauty. This sound resonates; I charish my 'tribe' just as well, enough to share them.
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