Swing

And I still remember that day

On that swing

in the backyard of my childhood home

When I decided to close my eyes

and feel the sun’s embrace

Felt the colors of warmth

Vibrant hues of orange and red behind my closed eyes

Swinging higher, going behind the trees

Swinging between the sunlight and the tree’s shade

Noticing the difference, the contrast of light and darkness

Felt both behind my eyes on my face

I didn’t judge or decide, I simply felt nature’s shifts