I’ve been thinking a lot about us — I know that’s no surprise. A new year brings back memories of paths traveled, promises made and all that each word implied. We thought coincidence was actually fate leading us time and again toward each other, until finally, at last the spark ignited and all I could…
Tag: poems
I Drew Myself a Bath
Tonight I drew myself a bath. Surrounded by bubbles and steam I thought about that kettle, the one I thought was worn through. I thought about that woman on the edge, afraid, still wanting, needing, to take that last step and fly. I thought about Jenny, crying alone in her bed while John retreated to…
What Could go Right?
When I started my job about twenty five and a half years ago, I didn’t think I would make it through my probationary period. I was intimidated by the technical aspect. I knew nothing about engineering, air compressors, or industrial equipment. This was a much bigger organization than any I’d ever worked for, except for…
Just a Date
“It’s just a date on the calendar,” he said.The same man who remembered all the dates.The day he saw The Stones on SNL.The day he decided he would be a father.But December 18?It’s just a day. The day we said “I do” with our childrenat our side, holding handsand joining my family to his. Now…