Tag: loss
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Making Room in January, Part 2
I’ve MADE ROOM in the second half of the month for: 1. writing poetry and exploring new structures without self judgment.2. taking a photo walk. 3. a weekly donation bag.4. bringing the poetic structure to my writing group and enjoying where each woman took the prompt and how they expressed themselves.5. pleasure. 6. a night…
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The Cardinal
“Look at the cardinal!” my mother would exclaim,As she had a hundred times before,And always with the same awe and delight,Washing dishes at the kitchen picture window.Her favorite bird, she wore it on sweaters, scarves and pins,A bright pop of color on a cold winter day,A sign of joy for her many blessings,And hope for…
The Journey Inward 