summer swallows you
wanting to last forever
one crimson leaf falls
this is my son dropping feet first into into the bright warm
air of summer.
this is the moment, no holding back,
before he becomes one with the turquoise water.
first air, then water,
into the arms of total surrender, into the heart of loving summer,
into the joy of living life fully.
this is my wish for you today.
to give yourself fully to the world around you.
to surrender burdens, forget the weight of things,
jump without reservation into the
heart of the heart
of life,
into the joy of living one bright moment to the next.
welcome back to
where we gather on fridays to share unconditionally
our love of life in small words.
no theme, no prompts, no rules.
just acceptance and appreciation for our truths shared
in this ever growing community of caring.
now come please,
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Ooooh, how I wish I had water around to jump in... we experience tropical temperatures in the Netherlands and I am writing this on my beloved's computer as mine is turned off 'cause of the heat. I'll visit the haiku circle later, as it gets cooler. Keep your fingers crossed for that to happen and enjoy your weekend.
Posted by: Marit | August 17, 2012 at 06:29 AM
Yes ! Yes ! Yes !!! There is a deep need in me to surrender and lay the burdens down. Doing it slowly though, as a leap or big throw may just bring me along with it today.
How about it I hop...hop forward, gently and kindly for myself ? ;)
Love and light to you, Beautiful One ! Happy Turquoise Friday !
Posted by: Kim Mailhot | August 17, 2012 at 07:04 AM
You know, I am so happy to have landed here this morning -- that photo and your words are exactly what I need to read at this moment.
Thank you, dear Rebecca --
Posted by: Elizabeth | August 17, 2012 at 07:05 AM
Yes, summer comes to an end, sadly.
Posted by: Anthony North | August 17, 2012 at 07:17 AM
What an exhilerating moment that must be when you hit the water!
Summer has indeed swallowed me this year, the heat and humidity have been unbearable. I applaud that leaf as it falls and long for the chill of frost in the air!
Posted by: Karen | August 17, 2012 at 07:23 AM
The pure abandoned JOY of this leap into summer, into life.
Can it come..so abruptly..to a halt.
x..x
Posted by: Stephanie | August 17, 2012 at 07:25 AM
It is amazing to feel that turn in the weather, we hold on so to all that summer means to us, yet... that leave has turned and like your brave son, we let go and jump... into the vast unknown of where our each of our hearts beckons... in a glory of color to come, thank you Rebecca...
Posted by: Lea | August 17, 2012 at 08:26 AM
Thank you for that wish you give to us, to remind us to jump into the heart of life and surrender burdens. I'm taking that leap, Rebecca.
Posted by: Rosie Gan | August 17, 2012 at 08:51 AM
Gorgeous living summer haiku Rebecca!
Posted by: HaikuWater | August 17, 2012 at 08:54 AM
I loved the photo Rebecca... beautifully captured and what a lovely befitting haiku.... I enjoy so much contributing here...
Thanks...
Keep spreading joy..
RS:)
Posted by: Ramesh Sood | August 17, 2012 at 09:00 AM
What a wonderful photo and haiku! I feel his joy of summer, and also the urge to enjoy as much as possible right now... autumn is coming. Thank you for your wonderful words! You always inspire me!
Posted by: Helen Campbell | August 17, 2012 at 09:18 AM
The word "salud" comes to mind after that heartfelt "toast" to life you wrote. Blessings!
Posted by: Arnoldo L. Romero | August 17, 2012 at 09:45 AM
Feels like fall in the air here! Beautiful haiku!!! Wishing you a grand weekend!
Posted by: Cathy | August 17, 2012 at 10:23 AM
Beautiful summer reminder.
Have a great day.
Always, Queenie
Posted by: Queenie Believe | August 17, 2012 at 11:34 AM
Yeah! I want to jump in to the pool of life! The fact that you saw the light and shadow play on those leaves...I know we are kindred spirits.
Posted by: Cheryl's Excellent Adventure | August 17, 2012 at 11:41 AM
Lovely!!!
And I just noticed Fall this morning, kind of like your leaves!
Posted by: peggy gatto | August 17, 2012 at 11:45 AM
I just love this photo of your son--so courageous and so one with his environment. Thank you for writing so eloquently and hosting us here.
Posted by: Fran aka Redondowriter | August 17, 2012 at 12:16 PM
Ah but the crimson leaf fills my heart, glorious autumn a riot of colour, days to savour. x
Posted by: Sue Fox | August 17, 2012 at 02:17 PM
You are a 'divine' inspiration with your wonderful words and fantastic photography ~ thanks for hosting ~ (A Creative Harbor)
Posted by: Carol | August 17, 2012 at 02:27 PM
My first time linking up here. Thank you Rebecca! And a lovely haiku--great capture with the photo too.
Posted by: Poet Laundry | August 17, 2012 at 03:05 PM
What a beautiful world you live in! And share with us with open arms! Always feel so welcome on your blog!
Posted by: Andrea thompson | August 17, 2012 at 05:53 PM
seems like we are all bathing
in the delicious waters of summer!
The photo of your son flying into the wet welcome of summer always brings me delight!
Posted by: deb taylor | August 17, 2012 at 09:03 PM
and i wish for you the same surrendering to this one life we have here on this beautiful earth. send much love to you.
Posted by: Irene | August 18, 2012 at 08:10 AM
Better late than never. . . . :)
Posted by: Meri @ Meri's Musings | August 18, 2012 at 08:46 AM