That Little Boy
That little boy Digging in the dirt Splashing in the puddles Rocks, bottle caps, gold plastic coins In his pockets. That little boy Candy hoarder Style of his [Read more...]
Raising Boys
A Mother’s Tears of Joy
My mantra for the wedding weekend: Just hold it together. Don't cry. At least don't do the red-nosed, blotchy-cheek, sob-thing. Have fun! It's a joyful party. If you sob like a baby, [Read more...]
A Mother’s Prayer
At five AM I'm wide awake. I know my sleep is over, but I despise the thought of rising in the dark, so I lay there. I toss, I turn, until finally the crack in [Read more...]
Mother’s Day–Perfection Not Required
He created me, She carried me to life: Powdered and pink Dressed to delight Nurtured, sheltered and adored. She showed me what life is: Peanut butter on celery Something from nothing. Eggs on [Read more...]