Category Archives: taking time to look

NaPoWriMo 2025 Day 7 (and 5-6)

the paper is waiting • the paint blobs absorb water • I absorb the scene Continue reading

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NaPoWriMo 2025 Day 4

Under it, last week’s • still life of three garlic bulbs • sprouting on a plate. Continue reading

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NaPoWriMo 2025 Day 2

went out in the rain • my hair already wet • my body thirsty Continue reading

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The Eve of April

the eve of april – before dark I walk the yard – peepers singing loud Continue reading

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November 5, 2024

I just went out to check for mail and to empty my coffee grounds into the garden. Beautiful sunny day, almost seventy degrees. Heading out in a bit to pick up Mom and spend the rest of the day together. … Continue reading

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