today is not a task to be accomplished
a never-ending trail of crumbs 
to vacuum up

a series of chaotic moments 
all bundled up together
until the sunshine sets

if this this is how you live your days 
always chasing the horizon
you will miss those glimmers of joy

sparkling moments unexpected
that just might arrive upon 
your very next breath

when you notice how sunshine feels 
on cold winter skin 
or marvel the way daffodils bloom 

bright and unexpected
as you relish their saffron glow 
on a grey and windy day

therefore, breathe in deep 
for lungs to expand,
allow your belly to rise
 
and dance into this day 
not simply to get through it—

but to live your hours invested,
gathering those radiant moments 
in grateful, longing hands

for each and every day 
holds the possibility 
of pockets of happiness
if you only create the space 

heather pound 2025

Photo by Michał Bińkiewicz on Unsplash