The Widow on the Block The red of her door says welcome open blinds indicate she’s home She knows the name of every neighbor keeps cookies and snacks at the ready She invites us over at every opportunity but usually we just wave as we drive by— the children keep tight schedules by Lori Lipsky, April 2013 photo: JoLin/iStockphoto
Rings on her Fingers by Lori Lipsky She wears rings on three or four fingers to match the color of her necklace and earrings, all which coordinate with her ensemble of the day. Each time we meet for coffee she wears a different color: ruby, blue sapphire, emerald, coral, amethyst. We need no other reason to be friends. The color takes me home, back with mother, who wore the prettiest rings and had the kindest smile. **********
Undisclosed by Lori Lipsky Below the epidermis our faults hide where we dream no one can see In others, they seem to fly up the flagpole and wave to all who pass by *******
The Female Demure she sits light on the branch poised with confidence Drab in olive dress she rests with orange beak with miniature crest Demure she perches waits for him to approach in brilliant red ******** Lori Lipsky, May 2012 Photo credit: Gail P. Smith The cardinal is one of my favorite birds. Do you have a favorite?
The Widow by Lori Lipsky The two hold hands Each evening As they stroll By her home From her kitchen window She sees them pass And remembers A better time ******* ~published by Sparkbright Magazine,issue 7, December, 2011photo credit: iStockphoto, Don Bayley Someone asked me how to leave a comment here on WordPress... Just click on the title of the post, then scroll down to see the comment option. Sign up to follow by email and you won't miss a post. Do you have a widow in your life?
Secrets by Lori Lipsky Some secrets Ought to be kept Locked up forever With no release But the required Strength of will Is too much For most
