Am not the woman my children once called Mother – can see the disappointment in their anger-blotched expressions, feel the constraint in their voices –
Tag: poetry
Cheer for Spring
Cheer growth beneath a heavy cloud cover, Canada goose passes overhead, while I wander. Wander, behind a veil of rainy grey, lens poised to capture
I Need a Bridge
The gap widens – the life I’d envisioned washed away by current reality – widening span. I need a bridge – expansive enough to carry
As Water Flows
Water flows, and my mind wanders, relinquishing thoughts and worries. Water flows, and I surrender to the blessing of life’s journey. Water flows, and I
Waiting on Summer
A lonely bench waits for emergence of leaves, rain turning to warmth, the summer sun casting long shadows – evening lingerings. (A tanka for Ragtag
Worst Betrayal
Gentlest morning, and I touch this quiet smile, lightly, trust joy, us… Sister shares a sad word, where he enjoyed her honour over me –
