
a childhood rite
to swim with friends
splash and play
dog paddle
miss lily white attitude
says
i don't like
to share my water
skin's too dark
too many of you
don't come back
here's your refund













She always seemed like an angel to me
Her warm meals turned winter into summer
Her constant smile an aging reminder
To laugh readily and heartily, no matter the pain
"Have a taste my dear. You always tell the truth."












































