This week, One Deep Breath suggests writing about "Friends and Companions".
A great prompt. I was looking for a way to write about my weekend in New Jersey with my aunt and her friends.
niece journeys by plane
lightning delays flight 'til
morning losing time
artist, principal
friends, early days of teaching
laughter surrounds them
niece's pace faster
turning, sees, aunt walking slow
lessons on aging
sitting side by side
back church pew, Thanksgiving prayer
friends many decades
niece asks "remember"
looks up, sees her nodding off
dreaming of yesterday
women walking slow
raindrops slipping off slickers
wind blows words a far
movie, concert, meals
conversations in-between
wishing for more time
bridge, laughter, trips, art, tea
witnessing life’s transitions
friendship paints pictures
aunt, niece attending
historic church, singing hymns
praying together
niece returning home
a single tear slides down cheek
memories hold fast
7 comments:
This is a beautiful remembrance and tribute to your aunt and friends.
Thanks for taking us on your trip with you!
What a nice way to remember a visit! I really like this.
tears trickle down
memories hold fast
really nice contrast
My favorite stanza is the one with the raindrops slipping off slickers and wind blowing words a far.... great job!
I agree with Megan. Nice account and a great ending. Keep writing.
Nice visit to NJ!
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