The back of her

Just the other day (or so it seems)
Fuzzy, chubby, giggling at fingers creeping up oh-so-slowly.

Yesterday (I know it was)

First position, just so, chin up, that same back so disciplined and straight.

Still giggling as a tickly moment is stolen after her bath.

This morning (I can't believe)

Walking ahead, down the street, backpack over winter coat.

Stolen peek and a little wave as she reached the crosswalk.

Not today, mom, I want to go alone.

Moving forward

Looking back -

At the back of her.

Thankful

"If we are to reach real peace in this world,
if we are to declare war on war, we must start with the children."
Mahatma Ghandi



I know Thanksgiving has passed, but today I am feeling thankful. Thankful for our freedom, thankful for the fact that we don't live in fear of war, thankful that we don't worry daily about family or friends fighting overseas.

Maya and I attended the Remembrance Day assembly at Jordan's school yesterday and I found myself unexpectedly teary. And thankful.

The primary students sang "Just One Candle" (lyrics below), the intermediate students sang "Where Have All the Flowers Gone", and Terry Kelly's "Pittance of Time" video was shown. The clincher indeed.


Just one candle shining in the window pane
Gives a light for all to see a shining flame
Shining through the darkness it helps to show the way
Light your candle for peace today

Shine your light for peace
Shine it all around the world
Sing to everyone
Let your voice be heard
Shine your light for peace
Shine it everywhere
Show the people in the world you care