the shimmer of poplar leaves; meeting fingertips in acknowledgment; being told a story.

an empty shelf, gleaming; buying a new house; the new moon in Leo.

kissing in the hayloft; flying first class; the oldest book in the world.

the sweetness of shade; realizing the truth; meeting a troll under the bridge.

climbing to the pinnacle and looking down; fairy-tales; fragrance of casablanca lilies.

a room with only a vase of flowers in it; standing up for truth; being invited to Paris for a long weekend.

catching the bouquet; mesmerized by the violinist; the feel of silk stockings.

sleeping in the apple orchard; the best feeling in the world; Borobudur.

deciphering the code; the path through the woods at dusk; strength of mind.

the House of Wonders; listening to an inner voice; a goddess floating towards you on a scallop shell.

docking after the storm; the pleasure of a surprise gift; a house designed like a spider’s web.

flying there on a magic carpet; overcoming fear; healing the sacred island of Moloka’i.

the guitar players on the stoop of the house in Naples; listening to the ocean in a shell; following your longing.

feeding the peacocks on the lawn; a door with intricate carvings; seeing you again.

finding the source; a marvelous idea; an old letter hidden in the grandfather clock.

the fragrance of jasmine; getting lost in the castle on your way to dinner; confidence.

burning old letters; what a humming bird means; courage.

cherry blossoms in Gesshoji; a great notion; heading into the wind.

the long light of summer evenings; the whispers of loving; rounding up the herd.

breaking open the seal; discovering the heart of Africa; genuineness.

bouzouki music; dining alone at the most exclusive, expensive restaurant; feeling inspired.

discovering a deep cave in the woods behind the house; brown eyes; receiving the perfect gift.