Many Moons

Many moons on this earth.
Many moons of teaching.
Many moons of hard work.
Many moons of leisure.
Many moons of travel.
Many moons of smiles.

I thirst for original, firsthand accounts
which I can see with my own eyes
and hear with my own ears. I can
ponder, reflect, contemplate and formulate
my own opinions without interference
from media news reports.

Sound bites and clips are really snapshots of
diplomacy. It takes many moons
to plant and harvest. Whether or
not there is world peace in my
lifetime, my glass remains half full as
I stand against evil forces.

Many moons of hoping and praying.
Many moons of joy and song.
Many moons of family and happiness.
Many moons of being grateful.
Many moons of listening and learning.
Many moons to ponder and reflect.