on the way to the stores with a jaunty dangling bag
to refresh family and friends at her birthday
her bag is still empty but her head is already loaded
with exotic dishes in her mind she checks
recipes so she can treat them unforgettable
judging taste and smell she walks through the isles
with her feet continuing on autopilot while deftly
dodging obstacles she approves the goods
in her mind she kneads and mixes and it smells in her kitchen
by precious dishes full of love her steps are light and airy
she hurries elated like a whipped cream dessert
she is pondering about how to surprise her guests in a tasty way
with a delightful dish joyfully and lovingly prepared
she steps firmly forward with a fluttering skirt
'Red Steps' Han de Leeuwerk
