Happy Poetry Friday, this week hosted by poet Patricia Franz Here. Thank you, Patricia for hosting. I look forward to seeing what you have for us this week!
I enjoyed reading all the poems recently written in the style of Valerie Worth and shared on Poetry Friday. Michelle Kogan wrote two lovely ones Here and on that post are the links to the other Poetry Sisters and their poems in the Valerie Worth style.
I took out my copy of ALL THE SMALL POEMS AND FOURTEEN MORE by Valerie Worth. I noticed that, although it seems she has a poem for absolutely everything, she doesn’t, of course, who could? There is so much to write about.
So here are two more poems, ala Valerie Worth. The subjects came to mind as I have been in my basement sewing. Keep in mind they are first drafts.
NEEDLE Slim Sharp Sliver of steel. It weaves straight in and out of pieces of fabric, requiring a machine or fingers to direct it because one eye is not enough. © Janice Scully 2023 (draft)
THREAD You're rarely seen, silent, a humble servant when we're out and about at school, at play your work is ignored-- you keep our clothes on us instead of the floor. © Janice Scully (draft)
I’m making a table runner for my son and his wife. Do I like the combination of colors? I think so but things look very different when they are unfinished, so I have my fingers crossed. I think it will be colorful and pretty on their table.
I have found the holiday season a welcome diversion from the news that continues to make me sad. I went to see the Syracuse Stage production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL last night and as it always does, reminded me what is important, that is, kindness to others.
So on that note, Happy Holidays! Have a great weekend. Thank you Patricia for hosting!