I have had a pile of small branches in the burn pile waiting for a bonfire. Tonight after dinner the air was still, the temperature was cool so I lit the fire. Pausing after dinner we were admiring the bluebirds from the porch, noting the bunnies, discussing the lunchtime bear sighting down by the pond, and perceiving the way fireflies become noticeable. So much of our day has been worn outside, attention paid today that might engage your perception and enjoyment tomorrow.
let me wear the day
well so when it reaches you
you will enjoy it.
–Sonia Sanchez, one haiku in Love Poems, 1973