It’s as if I live in two completely different worlds – two realms of reality.
Both worlds are uniquely beautiful but with sharp edges, like rocky islands, impenetrable.
I wade, frolic , and sometimes nearly drown, in the unpredictable sea between the two worlds but I always make it to one shore or another.
A teenager and an old man – a father and son – two worlds.
Sometimes I dive deep into the ocean of my own world and find treasures buried in the sand.
Usually I just find two – one for Anthony and one for Ming.
Today I found a third in the form of a little island between the two realms.
It is just big enough to build a small hut, the water is fresh, the sun is warm and I can still see.
I can see in the dark – from realm to realm to realm.
jmgoyder 
Julie–I am glad you found your island.
Me too!
Ditto…we all need one sometime.
Definitely!
beautifully poetic – lovely writing on a subject so close to your heart–you know I really enjoy your creative writing–it is just beautiful (I like your other writing too)
Thanks!!!
Julie this is breathtakingly beautiful ~ so heartfelt – I can feel the tugging in my own. Sending you huge hugs and a kiss too my dearest friend ~ xo R
You home and okay now?
yes – but now tomorrow heading out to travel… flying to Boston to consult with a top hip dysplasia surgeon ~ another storm predicted (nor’easter) so leaving early ~ appointment is on Thursday ~ will keep you posted. Really LOVED this piece… and you…
I will be thinking, praying and hoping for this Boston apptmt to be the answer – please God!
I wish I had the beauty of your language. Your imagery sometimes stuns me with its richness. Lovely.
Thanks so much Judith!
Give this island a name… so that you can return to it whenever you want….
That is a brilliant idea – thanks!
what a beautiful description of a world u live in!
And I know you know it!
Remember this island exists, and how to get there–for you!
You have a space for you. Excellent! (and essential to your well-being).Jane
So beautiful written … you emptied your heart and soul in this post. So happy that you have found a place that you feel comfortable in – a place in between … I think you should give your island a name.
Good idea!
Sounds like paradise.
it is good to be queen:) seriously i am so moved and happy for you to find your own place in the sun.
It must be international imagery day! I love this post. Heart-felt and packed with emotion!
Now you have found your island make sure you go and visit it often so you can get away for a bit from the stress of dealing with the men in your life………….
I like this Julie, very much. realmTOrealmTOrealm…..
This is a beautiful poem Julie. I love how you draw us right into your very heart.
Honestly, Julie, if you don’t start putting this into order for a book I’ll never understand why. Simply beautiful emotions set to perfect prose. ~Lynda
Which bits?
You are so very poetic. Beautiful expression.
Wow, beautifully and eloquently written!