I think about how I heard you rant at death for so long,then near the end ask for it to … More
Tag: #family
The Walk of Life
Passing, I looked inside, saw that family, remembered,their stony group staring at those white china plates,no one speaking a word, … More
One of the Devils
My father was drafted into active service in the U.S. Army on February 24, 1941. Exactly one year later, on … More
All the Trimmings (500)
No one made Thanksgiving feasts like my mom. For one thing, the turkey was always juicy. I don’t know why, but that’s … More
Binding (500)
Binding My father remains a mystery. Especially, and of course, now that he’s gone, I would like more than ever … More
Memory (HS 146)
Wouldn’t it be wonderful to wipe the slate clean,tabula rasa, my mind a blank, history erased, wake up tomorrow knowing nothingbut … More
Brand New
“The children,” she said, trying to lift her hand, but only able to look their way, nod her head toward … More
My Grandfather (HS 136)
He walks around the valley every morning,deep in composition beneath the shadows of trees and cliffs,a circuit of crystallization, mile … More
