Tag Archives: change

A New Day

Posted on September 11, 2020 by William Wayne Smith

The world will turn againEach moment the angles change.Each hour, the tide flows its way.The birds wake up—the day rewinds. The words float through my sleep.Songs are all around me again.This is my daily experience. I remember what my friends … Continue reading →

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A Single Path

Posted on April 17, 2020 by William Wayne Smith

  My words came forth with grace. As listeners filled the majestic hall, I reveled in their laughter and cheers. Each of my words were sound. The listeners saw their wisdom. Soon, I witnessed a dramatic change. The city was … Continue reading →

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Shall I Fall?

Posted on December 13, 2019 by William Wayne Smith

I fear the rain. I worry about a plague. A disaster is following me. What begins will end. I wait the days. I see changes and pause. My friend is careful. My paranoia he rejects. Because we agree on many … Continue reading →

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Loving the Winter

Posted on December 14, 2018 by William Wayne Smith

In my heart, I love the winter. The forest trees sleep lightly. Near me, the bushes wear a white coat. The river hides under a blanket of ice. Days go by slowly on this shore. I find myself tiny and … Continue reading →

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