Can I just be the first to say that cacao and cocoa have too many of the same letters in almost the same place to be different words. When you add in the fact that they're almost the same thing, it's like having identical twins named Alex and Alix—no one can figure out the difference! Supposedly one is good for you, and the other may or may not be good for you (this is what I hear most often)? They both have something to do with chocolat… Read more »

When life is filled so much with joy I cease count of hours passing by Enjoy each sight catching my eye When joy spills out naturally... Crystal clear happiness and cheer-- Artistically drawn beauty Speechless, I watch with humble pride. When life is filled so much with joy. Read more »

So many good things Converging Anticipation of the next thing And nothing goes wrong--      but it has to... I doubt the reality In fear of losing. You see, Failure and success go Hand in hand,      like partners. How long will it last? Will it run long term Or crash and burn Just before the finish line? The worry is idle, Unnecessary but inviting Until I stop to think... So many good things, If I take the time to enjoy them. Read more »

Laughs and giggles, Just for the sake of Laughs and giggles... Poke fun just for a smile And let the joke linger Back and forth we go Until laughter takes hold Shaking, crying, out of control These smiles last a lifetime So we continue. Read more »

Turn the music on Let the rhythms shake the speakers The world gets still,       Time slows down And I'm the only one moving. Smile--all over my face, Laughter in my song I don't know the words But I'm still singing along. Carelessness breeds happiness And my spirit floats to the beat I can't help from enjoying myself The music shimmys through my body, Smiles all through me. One of the songs that always makes me happy. Read more »