These are from an exercise seeking answers to this question during COVID 19: What do I need to know for these times?

Lessons from a Whale Bone

There is always one
thing to love. Not outer. Go
in. Bones: Begin here.

Lessons from Maxi the Dingo

Spirit indwells flesh.
Always bigger, she fits our
shape ’til work is done.

Sisterhood
for Sarah Grace

Sisterhood is forged
When grief rises. Hearts mirror:
Ocean, pool of tears.

Keeping Time

Ant trails are moving
clockwork. Each ants movement a
chime that calls the next.