Java Cassia
Mother Tree, her children paint
An altar of pink
A dewdrop-lined branch
Sits below a chickadee
Who sits above me
She flutters down to
Close the space between us for
A precious moment
I carefully tuck
Her song into my pocket
Humming as I leave
I was blessed to grow up on the island of O‘ahu, Hawai‘i. In my free time, I enjoy drawing, crafting, poetry, bird watching, getting out in nature, singing, and researching cat & dog needs for when I can care for a companion. I am the oldest of four sisters, who I miss dearly (I miss you too mom and dad). I left my childhood home for college and didn’t end up returning to the islands. I currently reside in Washington state with my long-term partner.