Monthly Archives: May 2021
Upon Turning 50//Poem 2
Posted on May 21, 2021
Three sassy sixth grade girls Tightened their hijabs and stormed into the library At first Unhappily and unwillingly forced To spend time with me today Six days before the last day Of what has been an extraordinary school year. The sum total of their ages Two decades less the total of mine The problems we […]
Upon Turning 50//Poem 1
Posted on May 18, 2021 4 Comments
When people ask about your dating life after 50 (as if it’s any of their fucking business) And you say You’ve sworn off apps (your hobbies do not include dating) You’ve already raised and buried a husband (marriage is a man-made construct) You love your life (Friday nights at home are your vibe) You’re happily […]
Dear Reader 5.16.21
Posted on May 17, 2021
Dear Reader, No, you’re not seeing things. It’s catch-up time with a post-dated title. Remember, I’m a Taurus sun and Taurus moon. If I don’t follow an established pattern of behavior, no matter how belated, the world will descend into chaos…lol. I thought I’d type this yesterday, as is my usual Sunday ritual at the […]
Squares
Posted on May 12, 2021 1 Comment
Would my life be better if I had learned to play chess instead of checkers? Then I could start out as a king Instead of waiting for my crown.
Dear Reader 5.9.21
Posted on May 9, 2021 1 Comment
Dear Reader, First and foremost, happy Mother’s Day to all the moms, grandmoms, aunt moms, pet moms, and dad moms in the crowd. Here in Ohio, it’s (wait for it…) rainy, cold, and cloud-covered, which may put a damper on outdoor gatherings, but if you’re lucky enough to still have your mom in your life, […]
Dear Reader 5.2.21
Posted on May 2, 2021 1 Comment
Dear Reader, I missed chatting with you last Sunday for good reason: I turned 50. I’m still processing, as each time I see the number in print (verbalizing doesn’t seem to be the same trigger), I have to take a minute or two and connect the five to the person I feel I am. I […]
