Earth Day

My emerald girl is waiting for me. Throttling like an F-16. I strap in...and let her fly.
-- Hal Jordan




In the summer of 2002 Ryan got on one knee and put a ring on my finger. It wasn't the traditional wedding ring I currently sport, but rather a temporary drawn-on Green Lantern ring. I was told depending on the skill and willpower of the wearer, the ring can grant considerable powers. Some say it can do almost anything. Newly engaged, I took on my responsibility with great solemnity. And in my seven-year journey with Ryan the ring has fulfilled its duties beyond my young starry-eyed expectations.

Four days ago, finally back from Utah, we were greeted with Supergirl capes; among other things, one very anxious Ryan. Baby Liv hit the jackpot with an actual Green Lantern onesie. In the right light, it appears she is thoughtfully constructing a plan to take over the world. Perhaps the outfit was the last item to collect before successfully doing so.




And for the birthday lady? A camera, simply wrapped, melted my heart almost as immediately as the flowers it was presented with. I took this picture, then a hundred more of people and things through new eyes. I will always remember how vibrant the day was, in every chair at my kitchen table sat someone I love.




While in Utah, my health took a downward spiral. Symptoms that had become bothersome for the past year suddenly became alarming. I took a chance and brought my symptoms to yet another doctor. He had suspicions....a blood test confirmed. It appears I have work to do.
Someday I will write more about this.
In the meantime I take pictures of my pink Supergirls...and wait.
Drawing on my own superpowers I will begin to heal.