July 11

As a young bird learns

Flight, like compassion, is hard

Without much practice

Baby magpie, Alberta 2016

July 10

The shallowest stream

Might be easy to wade through

But water's still strong

Alberta 2016

July 9

The end is in sight

When your eye is on the goal

You then take the path

Alberta 2016

July 8

When buds are blooming

Death is inevitable

But enjoy the bloom

Georgia 2008

July 7

Compassion can spread

One act inspires another

Beauty grows from this

Pennsylvania 2012

July 6

How does one react?

Examine one's emotions

Choose to do better

Thailand 2012

July 5

A full listening ear

Some are indeed so lonely

Compassion brings joy

Alberta 2016