Tag Archives: Mothers

Sunflower Boy

Was it a giant sunflower floating across the Longsuffering dirt front of that Bedraggled apartment building? I smiled My heart lifted Was that miserable landlord ascending to some newfound level of decency? I drew closer to see what was afoot … Continue reading

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Love Buzz

Two pieces of sizzly, juicy quiche Nose to nose on a plate Waiting to be devoured Two steaming cups of coffee So much better than one Two people cuddled up together for a time In a warm cozy bed As … Continue reading

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The Ladies at the Happy Table

The ladies at the happy table are not themselves tonight. One of them passed on last Saturday. She went down pretty suddenly—dehydration; a trip to the hospital; back to her room at the retirement center for a day or two, … Continue reading

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Arise, Sing, Tis Easter

She used to make: • The ham biscuits • The green beans • The deviled eggs • The potato salad • The fruit salad • The coconut cake • The sweet tea • The Easter Baskets Now her energy is … Continue reading

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