#vss365 #sprint I have imagined the beat of your heart And mine slowly in sync, But this time is like the world has shifted its axis Like we’re hurled headlong And my heart beats on a #sprint for some finish line Only we’re kissing In slow motion And the world sails right on by And we let it.

'I can do it, Gabe.' 'No, Pixie. It's too dangerous.' 'Ha! I laugh in the face of danger.' 'Or perhaps in this case, burp?' Giggle. 'That might clear up some space. Right, I'm ready for the next one. None are getting left behind. Time to #conquer this pile of brownies.' #vss365

The wounded taught her that pain could never be conquered, only endured with grace until they were healed or granted eternal release. #vss365

Tired of walking to work, Agnes bought a secondhand bicycle. Each morning, she’d depart with a steady calm, her bicycle carrying her toward pain and hope in equal measure. Anna and Clara thought this a brilliant idea and soon had bought their own. #vss365

Once Agnes found her momentum, the wind seemed less cruel, the cobblestones less treacherous. Her pedaling became a kind of prayer - steady, unbroken, necessary, a moment of peace before another hectic day at the hospital. #vss365

Our love is like lying on a raft Side by side Content Floating in the middle of an ocean Without any knowledge we are lost When a wave sweeps under us Whose #momentum pushes us gently along And when we separate from our kiss The soft sand of shore greets us And we are home #vss365

She feels empathy for her own heart a wind that starts and stays, soothing, as she builds a base for her future, knowing temporary steps count she keeps what's written near, and she dares to alter the air, choosing simple shifts that lift her as she grows. #poem #poetry

Gabe props his feet on the table & takes ANOTHER brownie. 'Why didn't I think of this before, Pixie?' I growl & whir my wings harder, finally outflying the #headwind. He smirks, & turns the fan setting higher. What a jerk. He'll regret using my size against me! #vss365

should dark clouds gather in the night steal the warmth of summer’s light heavy gusts begin to blow try to slow this love we know I’ll take your hand we’ll firmly stand against the #headwinds and every storm we struggle through will guide us strong and true bind our tether together forever #vss365

Capture this rushing #headwind And turn it back from whence it came For dreams are made alive in calmer seas than raging waves And love a kinder version of itself When life goes its way But then love won me over What is the sweetness of this love If not for the headwind That makes it so? #vss365

At my desk But my minds #departed Daydreams of you Twirling me And this little Life We’re building Wild and free #vss365

as morning light begins to glow I know there’s no desire to go your gentle breath, a quiet song it’s here where I belong let time stand still, let seasons fade I’ll not #depart the warmth and safety in the shade of you I cannot leave I will not roam I have found my home in you #vss365

A conjuring of starlings descends upon fresh cut grass at dusk The starry mass eagerly plucking leatherjakets from their earthy slumber in a frantic black storm Then the cloud suddenly lifts The flock depart leaving a murmuration on my lips a swooping swirl dancing in the sky #vss365 #depart

I feel you At my place I feel you In my face I see you Love grace I see you Love human faith. #poetry

Every trail run begins with the same small lie: I can #depart from the man who woke up tired, doubtful, and ten days from a marathon. The first hill corrects the record. I am still him. He is simply moving. #vss365 #writingcommunity

when you traced your kisses along the soft edges of me with a feeling of exquisite rapture your lips felt like sonnets to my soul & all of my doubts departed as my poetic heart was breathlessly swept up in love finding a wondrous haven enveloped within your arms #vss365 #depart #poetry 🎨 Pinterest

Here’s my response to the prompt #conquer - thanks to Dave, our #vss365 host @daveagardener.bsky.social for all his brilliant prompts. Photo by Kari Bjorn Photography on Unsplash #vsspoem #poet #poetrycommunity

But what journey does not #depart Without the rush of delight In trusting good will triumph And joy will rule the day? I’ve seen it all in your eyes I’ve felt it beneath your skin I’ve read it all in our unwritten story And I’m satisfied Enough to take your hand. But will you take mine? #vss365

Thank you Dave, the prompts and narrative has been wonderful. It’s definitely tested my inky waters. Romance maybe not so yuck for me after all 🤣. Thank you 🙏

conquering every sidewalk crack wildflowers #vss365 #haiku

Like the patient dawn that kisses the horizon each morning, my heart lingers in quiet reverence for you - weaving eternity's golden threads into the poetry of us. ❤️ #vss365

Love poured As the rain covered His words in Loves first morning dew The tears, flowed Into a powerful union They both did something To each other In verse Love spoke Beyond biology Beyond chemical reaction Both sinking deep As it conquers fear Laying it down On bed full of Life’s hay #vss365

@daveagardener.bsky.social You brought this one back to mind from the recesses today with your #prompt - #conquer... Thank you, Dave, for your dedication to us all these past two weeks! 💙

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It has been a joy and an honor to serve as your host, my favorite #vss365 fam. Your creativity astounds us all! I am passing the baton to @andyperrincycling.bsky.social, who will continue our summer adventure. Your next post on 7/16 will be from him, so please follow him for updates. Love you all! ❤️

She's sorry she missed the day, sorry that Tuesday’s noise pulled her away from celebrating his birthday, so she promises next time she will bring tea, offer the sweet cake she owes him, to #conquer the separation her hectic day created. #vss365

If I must be a flower, let me be a #rose, sweet with sting, supple with thorns #vss365 #poetry

To love is to nurture, not to #conquer. #vss365 #poetry

The man in black In my heart Drifts across the sand He is the river That flows forever Cutting a scar Across the land History clouds What I remember But in surrender Of me unto you I felt #unabashed & free You were #patient Believing I Could #conquer monsters Smiling I swallow each lie #vss365

We want Dave back we're not going to lie this was far too short like stopping by 😉

I laughed Reading story Claiming Cats are not from Earth That they came here To #conquer Is claim That’s even worse Shake my head In disbelief As I Clean litter box I hurry Cuz cat’s din-din Is served By 6 o’clock My kitty Runs a tight ship. My work? It never stops… #vss365

weeds conquered old streets foxes wandering ruins trees grow from concrete #haiku #poetry #vss365 conquer

When we conquer our fears we can ride along with emperors and kings we can pull a tiger's tail command a lion to sleep we can wander in darkness do unworldly things perform in front of audiences naked and true souls upon the line #vss365 #conquer #poetry

To conquer String control and swing Smash conkers #vss365 #conquer

👏👏 Thank you for providing such an inspiring narrative over the last 15 days, Dave. It's been great having you host. ☺️

Voltaire said "It is not enough to #conquer; one must learn to seduce". I agree on that, they are both done by effort, they are clean and smell delicious, between those two things someone uses significan aspects of his faculties, certainly one feels alive and beautiful. #vss365

Hullo #vss365 and to #conquer #poetry

We climbed Up up up Steep steps Ascending To the Gods Our seats Three rows From heaven Skirting along A cliff edge People standing To let us pass Seagulls flying At eye level I clung to my seat Stone statue poised In deference "How am I going to be an optimist about this?" Conquer acrophobia #vss365

she waited for love under the mulberry tree. blue skies, soft clouds. yet, love tarried—in impatience she fled. returning with the stars, amid the aria of the night, she met love there. a bounty of luscious fruit. #vss365

🌺 And what is patience anyway when hearts just want to frolic #vss365 #patient #frolic #poetry #bloomscrolling #photography #macro #eck #westcoastkin

#vss365 On this my birthday I vow to #conquer going For a walk daily #haiku #poetry #self-love

I watch the mountain stream water frolics and plays around and over wood and stone I'm mesmerized by the movement and the music it plays it is a thing that acts according to its nature colored by my interpretation now I see no matter my nature I am at the mercy of interpretation #vss365

Day 15 of Summer Love, a romance in 15 days. At the closing poetry reading, he pours out his love to her in verse. She cries. They kiss. She says yes. From fear to trust, summer love has become their endless summer, proving that love conquers all. The #vss365 #prompt for July 15, 2026 is #conquer.

Love is... Behind #patient eyes A maelstrom builds up power She unleashes it #vss365 #poetry #skwriting

Thank you for your words, time, and inspiration. You've been an amazing host.

You’ve been a gold star Host, Dave. Thanks for an excellent run of prompts and encouragement!👍🙌👏

Thanks a million, Dave! Congrats on a great run!

'Is it time yet, Gabe?' 'No, Pixie.' 'Is it time yet? 'NO!' 'Is it t-' 'Pixie! Asking repeatedly will NOT make the brownies cook any faster. Just be #patient.' '...' '...' 'Is it time yet?' Groan #vss365

If you enjoy my daily #vss365 posts about Pix and Gabe, here’s your chance to jump into the series at a bargain price. But be quick - ending today.