A L O H A From
H O N O L U L U
H O N O L U L U
It is only possible
to live
happily ever after
on a day-to-day basis.
Margaret Bonnano
I like long walks,
especially when
they are taken by
people who annoy me.
Noël Coward
Waikiki's not just
for the tourist's glance,
It's a driveway, a window,
a lucky second chance.
It's the palm trees bowing,
and the warm, soft light,
Turning this normal street
into a treasured sight.
Beyond the bustle,
our side street sleeps,
Where plumeria petals
fall and keep.
No endless crowd,
but quiet doors,
A thousand
ordinary chores.
This quiet lane, this
simple, shaded space,
Whispers of belonging
and the love of place.
Cloudia Charters
Philippine Ground Orchids

Noel Coward's quote is a fun one.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a beautiful post! I absolutely love the poem about the side street in Waikiki. It's so true that you can find quiet, hidden beauty even in the most popular places. And the idea of belonging is just so lovely. The photos are gorgeous, too! Is that poem about your own street? It sounds so peaceful!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful poem, Amazing skies. Loved all pics. Cute dog and Pixie :)
ReplyDeleteThat first quote about happiness on a daily basis was good enough for me today.
ReplyDeleteI suppose writing an almost daily blog post could be considered as creative work.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos, love the cute dog and Pixie.
ReplyDeleteYour poem is lovely, you live in a beautiful place.
Take care, have a great day and happy weekend!
Beautiful words, Cloudia, and a great photo of Pixie. Blessings!
ReplyDelete...yep, better late than never.
ReplyDeleteYou've brought me into your experience of living in Waikiki with your neighborly poem.
ReplyDeleteI love that Noel Coward quote.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous sky.
ReplyDeleteI don't think I'm old, but sometimes I do feel it.
ReplyDeleteHi Pixie!
ReplyDeleteLove the words today, Cloudia. ;-)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful poem, Cloudia!
ReplyDeleteI love walking down nondescript residential streets.
ReplyDeleteLovely! #WeekendReflection
ReplyDeleteGreat poem by Cloudia, gorgeous shots (especially Pixie), and I love that quote by Berke Breathed.
ReplyDeleteThe top photo is spectacular !
DeleteI love your poem!
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