by Bela Johnson | Feb 23, 2016 | musings, philosophy, poetry, spirituality, Uncategorized
Those who peer into the soul of things may offer guidance to others more easily than accessing that wisdom within. Perhaps it keeps them human. The Trickster is afoot in daily living, throwing us off-balance which, ironically, keeps us poised on our toes. It must be...
by Bela Johnson | Jan 12, 2016 | lifestyle, musings, nature, poetry, Uncategorized
To stand on a cliff overlooking the shore gazing northward, then east, send the mariners home. While out in the distance clouds bear the fading sun on their shoulders, the Gods contemplating, Filling glasses tipped gently into their reflection, over black diamond...
by Bela Johnson | Dec 16, 2015 | lifestyle, personal, poetry, writing
Each time I am asked, my spirit is willing, yet somehow I still suffer from a sort of social malaise, and I cannot name where it comes from, save enormous overwhelm in situations where many discover delight. I know I may fool you, for I genuinely love people, though I...
by Bela Johnson | Oct 6, 2015 | musings, nature, philosophy, poetry, Uncategorized
Unspeakable beauty, the snow lies in drifts; soft blanket cushioning fragile life humming just beneath the surface. Quiet contrast: brilliant blue sky, tree limbs cradling old nests and the occasional flock of chickadees scolding empty feeders which must look like the...
by Bela Johnson | Sep 29, 2015 | musings, nature, philosophy, poetry, self awareness, Uncategorized
Gliding down the corridor Pitch dark, while yet ahead the Smallest shaft of light reflected by a Quarter moon, Wafting its indigo gleam, Cutting through the night as if Fear suddenly turns to Hope like a Diamond in my...
by Bela Johnson | Sep 8, 2015 | Hawaii, lifestyle, musings, nature, poetry
Between cinder cone mountains and the solid feel of dog flesh nudging ribs lie vast expanses of earth, surging seas thundering against cliffs and sand like the unceasing labors of Sisyphus. As whitecaps assail her surface, a clutch of humpbacks, slick heaving...
