perspective

August 29, 2026

Between


Much can be said for in “between”
Not here, not there but just so now
It’s in the journey, as we go
Learning, growing, wondering how

We discover here a new better outlook
To walk, to pause, to quietly abide
Gaining perspective where we are found
Misty vales, plains, or vistas wide

Not always content when in “between”
It can be worrisome and most unsettling
So, draw a slow breath and look above
Seek calm, gather peace, to cease fretting

Each day, each moment, is life itself
Time moving, ever turning in this place
And God’s Son who came between
Precious treasure… full of grace

Charlotte-Anne Allen

June 27, 2026

Ups and Downs


Ups and downs
And turnarounds
Life can be so twisty

Like summer days
Going carefree or busy
Days warm mornings misty

What will we do
When we look back
At life’s turns and travels?

Rising upon a rainy day
Are we thankful
For life-giving water?

When things don’t go
As we plan or desire
Do we fuss and grouse?

Or do we tip our head
With a thoughtful smile
And wonder at new opportunities?

Charlotte-Anne Allen

April 11, 2026

Hop


A hop, a skip, a jump we say
It’s not so very far away

To reach a nearby destination
Rise up and go, no hesitation

Inhale deeply gather and move
Getting started in the groove

Take things slowly enjoy the trip
Cool breeze sunshine and pause for a sip

Embrace life’s riches and rest your mind
Into our moments… treasures to find

Charlotte-Anne Allen

May 10, 2025

I Heard a Chicken


Have you ever heard a chicken laugh?
… Heard it burble with much glee?

What marvelous thoughts do they ponder?
… and what great things to see?

“Ah ha-ha-ha”, now hear them chortle.
… With darting gaze they look about.

Loyal sisters comment, clucking with much delight
… Then run around in confusion, expressing a bit of doubt.

Now the mighty leader loudly calling too
Expressing his opinion… a personal great view

Never a boring day, approached with grin and chuckle
… Sharing chicken laughs with you!

Charlotte-Anne Allen

August 18, 2024

Mush


An interesting word! Now, think about it.
Is it something to eat or something to do?

A warm thick porridge
To fill and to satisfy

Or flying across the snow
As swift dogs pull a sled

Is it too sentimental?
Just mushy romance?

Is it mashing and smashing
To a soft pulpy mess?

Whether cooking something wholesome
Or exclaiming, “charge on”

Let’s look forward, seek always
For good and our best

From “Words of Interest”
Charlotte-Anne Allen