Next time I brush my hair,
wrapping the strands around my fingers,
I will walk to the backyard apple tree
and drape among its battered branches
threads of silver, soft yet strong
much-sought for by robins and wrens;
a perfect carpet, safe and warm
for the bellies of naked nestlings.
Redefining what it means to age. Take a look.
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Deborah Barchi has recently retired from her career as a librarian and now has time to read, explore nature, and write poetry and essays. 824drb@gmail.com
“The longer I live, the more beautiful life becomes.” (Frank Lloyd Wright) Non-fiction pieces, personal essays, occasional poems and short fiction that explore how we feel about how we age and offer tips for getting the most out of life.
Written by
Deborah Barchi has recently retired from her career as a librarian and now has time to read, explore nature, and write poetry and essays. 824drb@gmail.com
“The longer I live, the more beautiful life becomes.” (Frank Lloyd Wright) Non-fiction pieces, personal essays, occasional poems and short fiction that explore how we feel about how we age and offer tips for getting the most out of life.
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