Grand entrance

sunrise on bay bridge

Daybreak makes her grand entrance In a swell of golden light Ombré shades of morning glory The luster of a new dawn Fresh and clean, unfettered Spreads out quelling the darkness Dreams become reality Hope gives way to possibilities Vision transforms into truth

Purple haze

purple lightning

The crew were in their cabins, waiting. The ship’s officers manned the bridge, but they knew there was nothing more for them to do. First-mate Jorje wanted to scupper the ship, but Capt. Muncy refused to go out in defeat. Engines were shut down, since there was no amount of force that would break them … Continue reading Purple haze

The road ahead

junked bus

The story so far… Old Wives’ Tale He was just called, “Pappy.” The implicit leader of the caravan who everyone turned to for settling disputes, for help or simple advice. He was father, cop and minister all in one. When Charles and Amelia joined the troop, he accepted them into the fold, despite objections from the … Continue reading The road ahead