Enchanted Maze Ruby

One of the signs for the Enchanted Maze Garden at Arthurs Seat on the Mornington Peninsula.

a magical place
where souls have freedom to smile
and enjoy the day

Desert Rubies

Ocotillo blossoms, Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, Southern California

Ocotillo blossoms,
Little gems of red,
Queens would gladly wear you—
Or so someone said!


Photo and poem © 2013 by Magical Mystical Teacher

On the Move???

A couple of weeks ago, I wandered an inner suburb of Melbourne called Moorabbin.
I found this outside the Kingston Arts Centre on the main road through Moorabbin.
I wasn't sure if this was a temporary or permanent arrangement.
It just seemed quite odd, supported by two pot plants.

like a stray painting
waiting for identity
a place in the world

Stray Ruby

Stray silk flower, Southern Arizona

Stray silk flower, ruby red,
If I stand upon my head,
I can see you hiding there—
Are you sure that you don't care?


Photo and poem © 2013 by Magical Mystical Teacher

Ruby Echoes

Echoes of the past outside the Mornington Museum on the Mornington Peninsula


Some staunch travellers
Well weathered but not erased
Broken but not lost

Desert Rubies

Cholla cactus, Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, Southern California

Cactus Maiden, sharp of thorn,
How I wish that you were shorn
Of each deadly barb and lance—
Then I’d ask you out to dance!


Photo and poem © 2013 by Magical Mystical Teacher

Shiny Red Sailor

Boat moored at Mount Martha marina on the Mornington Peninsula


Not weathered as yet
Still shining with bright newness
Needing more journeys