even when we are apart
I hope that you know
I think about you quite often.
each time
before the sun rise
before I close my eyes
perhaps there will be a day when we meet.
perhaps we’ll know for sure
what we want for ourselves.
2.20.2023
Thoughts
Tag: hope
Kindness
warmth was shared
when it was expected the least
surprisingly, there’s softness
where only harsh words existed
what is it, that these people find
to bring forth such kindness?
it is a curious phenomenon
I hope to replicate
2.19.2023
Blink
you may not realize,
but I appreciate this moment with you
much deeply, like the red sun soaking into horizon
I appreciate your wisdom and your guidance.
I realize I may have a blind spot
so when we cover each other
I feel a warm glow enveloping us
thank you for being here with me.
I appreciate your presence.
2.18.2023
Humor
I laughed, because it was so sad;
I don’t know how else to deal with it.
bone-crashing depression is an oxymoron
but it hurts real bad, so you laugh to lift it up
it’s truly funny sometimes, how the life goes.
I am just grateful I can laugh with people I love.
I am humbled by their openness to accept my jokes.
that’s where I find the courage
to look forward to the future unknown.
2.17.2023
Window
although I know rock falls from above
and scissors pierce through a clothing,
i learned one thing
that life cannot be bound by iron shackles.
may you find a window to your soul
through an eye contact,
a memo of stranger,
or a prayer.
2.16.2023
Grace
in all you do, think, and say,
may you embrace kindness, generosity,
and righteousness.
let each action and thought
weave connections of hearts,
embraced in gratitude and respect.
may there be peace in your heart and mind
for a long journey into the unknown.
2.15.2023
Starlight
there is a hope
like a lone star in the vast dark sky.
shining weakly, but assuredly.
darkness overwhelms the world
and it feels as thought the light is weak.
but who knows,
gradually, sun may rise over the horizon
and bring the light to the world.
2.14.2023
Honestly
I just want to hold you
sitting on the hill of green grasses
watching the warm orange sunset
through the lofty clouds over the sky
living a life of a sweet story
over and over, day after day
slow dancing to our rhythms
embraced in the sweet spring air
and softly, smoothly, fall in sleep together.
honestly, that’s what I want.
2.13.2023
Status
how do you know you are burning
when you are feeling cold inside?
how do you know you are wearing out
when your time is running out?
how do you know you are in love,
when the heart is aching so much?
how do you know you are lonely
when you are numbed by so much pain?
reflect.
look inside.
yes, it’s hard.
but try.
2.12.2023
Good
I sometimes right pompous words.
I talk grand and smart.
but in the end,
I wanted to be seen and appreciated.
to be acknowledged for the work I have done
and get a light pat on the back,
telling myself I have done a good work.
thank you for giving me the attention.
thank you for words of encouragements.
thank you for sharing your thoughts.
I see your warmth, your kindness, and goodness.
I realize I’ve been basking in your good mood.
I appreciate our connectedness
and I wish you well.
2.11.2023
Ralph with Coffee 
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