Arcilla y fuego

Silly Salvation

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The Fantasmas by Belén Soto

we embrace and talk

a moment to laugh and walk

relief from the daily grind

letting go of my fearful mind

the stories don’t matter

reduced to minor chatter

thanks to a walk with thee

my heart is full of glee

~

The gifts of friendship and laughter.

This poem was inspired by my friend David who embodies the gifts of play, laughter, and enthusiasm. It is such a pleasure to spend time in his company. A walk in the neighborhood becomes a healing retreat; full of laughter, acceptance, and connection. Dave has a gift for making fun of life and himself in a way that helps me let go of my stories and a mind that wants to figure everything out. Most of us are stuck in our stories, needing to endlessly repeat them in a hopeless attempt to gain the love, relief…

Calling Cupid

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Sea

this boy is ready for romance

happy feet itching to dance

ready for rock, roll, or swing

or maybe two-step is your thing

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dance into these tender arms

Lua

surrendering to the charms

with promises to nurture your heart

giving romance a joyful start

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Once again I’ve enjoyed letting my imagination play along with Belen Soto’s fanciful ceramic characters. Lua and Sea are a pair of bridesmaids, but I’m in the mood for romance, so I highjacked them from the wedding to play at my Valentine’s dance party! I hope you swing over to Belen’s blog and explore her wonderful ceramic art. 🙂

May you nurture your heart with love and play this Valentine’s Day!