When the rain falls down
the lavender irises lay on the ground
some struggle to stand
flatten, stalks bent
as the rain falls down
the sheets rap the window
the zinnias, petals wet from an overnight rain
with melancholy sighs
when the rain falls down
I struggle to stand.
Published author. Partner in a family-established Antique Restoration business.
Publications:
“Reflections: Stories from Local Writers/God Is Good.” N.p.: Ferguson Library, 2017. 31-49. Print.
“Three Childhood Homes.” The Stamford Advocate 24 Dec. 2016, A ed., News sec.: A011. Print.
“The Little Things.” CT Association of Area Agencies on Aging. May 2014. Older Americans Month 2014 Essay Contest. State winner. Connecticut, Bridgeport.
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