Sunday, August 23, 2015

Crossroads--By Peggy Dugan French--United States

Crossroads

She’s standing in her room
A rare morning
She no longer lives here . . . just visiting.

I soak up her warmth
Watch her get ready for her day
Perched in her doorway, coffee in hand.

Light pours into the room
Her highlights glisten
I remind her she’s beautiful.

She smiles
Tilts her head

I wonder
Where has the time gone . . .

Peggy Dugan French is a California girl with Minnesota roots. She has enjoyed being the editor of Shemom since 1997. She has worn many hats over the years, but being a Mom has been one of her greatest adventures; she’s had the pleasure of sharing that journey with her best friend.

15 comments:

  1. Beautiful poem, I liked very much, mainly the last two lines.

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  2. I love this poem, especially the last four lines. Nice work, Peggy. Thank you for sharing and continued blessings!

    -MJ (www.tgbtgpublictions.com)

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  3. Thank you Maurice, appreciate the kind words.

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  4. I enjoyed: her soaking up her warmth.... nice line

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  5. Thank you, John Polselli, for the following--

    Peggy, this is a very bittersweet and beautiful poem you've written. Such a powerful closing line that speaks volumes! Thank you for the experience.

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    1. Thanks for your comment John, glad the piece spoke to you.

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  6. Thank you, Richard Sponaugle, for the following--

    So true--where has time gone? Provokes excellent imagery, like I'm almost there.

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    1. Thanks a lot, really appreciate your comments Richard!

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  7. Thank you, Barbara Siekierski, for the following--

    A nice poem about remembering a daughter that used to live at home and moved out and have memories of her.

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