Blue Jay winked at me today
from the bird table-
At least, I think he did.
In fact, I know he did.
He's probably keeping me sweet.
After all, it's me who puts the seeds out
copyright: Jane Grant-Abban 2009
Sep 13, 2009
Conkers
Take One:
‘Guess what I found on the path!’
You say with a grin whilst holding up two conkers.
‘Ah! ‘ I reply. ‘Conkers’
Take Two:
Those same conkers now sit on damp kitchen paper
In two glasses right in the middle of the window sill.
‘Ugh!’ the tidy-freak me sputters. ‘Conkers!’
Take Three:
I’m struck with the thought that in just a few years
This house will be perfect . . .but you and your conkers will be gone.
‘Oh!’ I declare. ‘What marvelous conkers!’
Copyright Jane Grant-Abban 2009
Spongebob Squarepants
For two weeks now
Spongebob Squarepants
Has been grinning inanely at me from the mantelpiece.
Grave Digger, dog in a party hat,
The cartoon cucumbers and Herbie
All line up together.
“Happy Birthday”.
The mantle needs dusting.
I should clear away the cards.
But you will never be eleven in this home again.
copyright Jane Grant-Abban2009
Spongebob Squarepants
Has been grinning inanely at me from the mantelpiece.
Grave Digger, dog in a party hat,
The cartoon cucumbers and Herbie
All line up together.
“Happy Birthday”.
The mantle needs dusting.
I should clear away the cards.
But you will never be eleven in this home again.
copyright Jane Grant-Abban2009
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