51...

You’ll find me along the edges.

If you see me at all.

Often a layer removed.

I’ve never been one for the limelight.

Even today, as 51 finds me.

If I had a birthday wish it would simply be for peace.

Everywhere.

For everyone.

And all living things.

When I blow out my candles later.

I’m tired.

Of so many human-centric things.

If I’m lucky I’ll get out for a walk in the woods.

I’ll find a quiet spot.

And I’ll sit.

And be.

Later I’ll spend some time petting my pups.

And soaking in my crew.

It won’t matter what we do.

And I’ll make that same wish again.

On just another day of my everyday.

When so much is right.

And so much is wrong.

Hello 51.

#theeverydayiseverything

Chewie...

Chewie.

Adopted from Kuwait.

The occasional pooper in the house.
On those days, he’s not my favorite.
And I consider leaving the yard gate slightly ajar.

Then there are days like this one.
When he sees me leaving.
And he knows.
And he looks sad.
Maybe even guilty.

And I realize something.

He’s grown on me.
Like an unwanted fungus that I can’t seem to shake.

…and when his eyes meet mine, it’s over.

#theeverydayiseverything