promises
.
they
tell colorful
lies
using sleight of hand
to dazzle the gullible…look here
look there
where the gaslight flashes
dulling blind eyes who
fear darkness
looming from others
of diminished humanity…
follow us, they say, you’re not like them
we promise to protect you
it’s going to be great…the greatest
they followed,
poor fools,
to their death
~kat
(Syllable count based on this pi sequence: 3.14159265358979323)
I don’t know any other way to deal with the erosion of the freedom and liberty, but to write about it. Sometimes in cryptic poetry, sometimes here where I spill my thoughts, the stories behind the poems. And finally to share a glimmer or two to help us hold on to the light. It often feels futile. But I also know that writing and celebrating glimmers has sustained me this far. As I prepare for year two of this nightmare…I have to believe it is enough to do what I can do. If we all contributed our little efforts, imagine what we could accomplish!
Much love, peace, and glimmers to you! Remember to be kind.
~kat
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And now for today’s glimmer…it’s a good one. I was cleaning out the garage and discovered a pot of dry crusty soil with these determined vibrant hyacinth clusters bursting through the cracks in the dirt. Dry as a bone I was astonished to see that they were so vibrant and green, and oh so fragrant! If that doesn’t inspire you to keep going, to reach for the light, then I don’t k ow what will. Of course I intervened…resettled the dust soil around them, nestled them in and gave them a good watering. They are now in a wonderful spot under our inside grow lamp. I can’t wait to see what they become with a little TLC! So I’ll just leave this here for you.





December 30th, 2025 at 1:54 am
Hi Kat what a wonderful glimmer you bring us today. Full of hope and life perfect for the New Year… Take hope and strength from these brave little sprouts ..the are sent to inspire us.
HAPPY NEW YEAR To you all in your safe space 💜💜💜
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December 30th, 2025 at 9:19 am
Happy New Year to you and yours as well Willow. What I love about New Year’s Day is that it always feels like a clean slate. While the circumstances may not change, my heart and soul can choose to deal with whatever life presents in a positive, hopeful way. Wishing for the best of the best for everyone in the coming year!
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December 30th, 2025 at 7:24 am
Lovely glimmer. I found some similar lovers of life in my shed, with 3 pots of neglected hyacinths shouting out, “Hey – look at me, I need a little help here!” So, of course, they are now being nurtured.
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December 30th, 2025 at 9:22 am
They are robust little treasures. Your hyacinths are lucky you discovered them, as are mine. They don’t ask for much, but it does seem they do demand to be noticed! 😊
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December 30th, 2025 at 5:59 pm
Wonderful!
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December 31st, 2025 at 1:35 am
They were so pretty! I had to get a photo! 😊
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December 31st, 2025 at 11:01 am
🙂 Happy New Year Kat.
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January 1st, 2026 at 3:44 am
Wishing you the best in 2026!
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January 1st, 2026 at 1:00 pm
Thank you my friend.
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