Sunday, February 13, 2011

Wedding Day

Self Portrait - Wedding Day Valentine's Day 1980

A nervous smile paints her face
Her hand grabs the folds
Of satin and lace
Dreams
Dreams
Of unicorns and white steeds
How much you thought you knew
Once upon a time
Dusted, rusted and yellowed
A photo in a box
Claire Claire Claire de lune


Happy Easter, Pappy

It’s been seven years since you died on Mother’s Day. Mother’s Day and Easter were your favorite holidays. Being in the garden with your fam...