going back

it was 500 miles
500 to take her home
back to the heartland
travelling back to childhood memories
seeing the shortness of life
imminent death that befalls us all
looking back, the battles seemed few
but the rewards were great
the love in her life only felt strong
it's not fair she thought,
for one to be taken away
one that was her rock
it's not time yet
she said to herself
how can it be
there's still so much
I do not know
where will my wise old owl
be to show me how
the thought of this devastating challenge
made her weep inside
but on the outside
she tried her best
to be gentle, positive, smile
and always say,
I love you

mind's eye, colors fly

acrylic on canvas

la piscina

This is a drawing I did on the terrace overlooking a pool on the coast of Spain.

the elements