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Poetry: Journey To Reality

 

As I slowly emerged from my “dark ages”,  poetry was a medium that I used to express much of what was happening in my life.  The free-flowing poem below represents a kind of summary of my downward spiral, followed by my first attempt to “come back to life”.  It reminds me of how I desperately gasped for air during my near drowning experience at age nine.

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In search of life and love I boldly ventured forth,

Or so I thought; I wanted all and wanting took in greed,

Each sensation grasping with both hands

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Vignettes: Giulio’s Wedding

Imagine a movie set in a sunny Mediterranean country: imagine Italy.  Imagine a small quiet town nestled at the feet of a range of mountains; imagine Aviano.  Imagine a warm sunny day, picture perfect for a wedding; imagine 13 June 2009.

I am so excited.  I am the mother of the groom!  My youngest son Giulio is about to marry the woman of his dreams – Alina.  They have grown their love together for about 5 years.  They have walked through some tough times and have enjoyed much happiness.  They are now ready to declare to the world that they . . . → Read More: Vignettes: Giulio’s Wedding

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Vignettes: Gratitude in Central Park, NYC

The sun was dappling through the trees in Central Park, and sparkled on the waters of the pond. Families were spread out on picnic blankets enjoying the warm spring day. Couples sauntered hand in hand, stopping now and then to kiss. A few bikinis dotted the grass here and there as bodies eagerly soaked up the pre-summer sun. And exercise-conscious people jogged and walked around the lake while others cycled or roller skated on the designated pathways.

Along the edge of the pond a small man-made beach had been created. Two little girls were playing happily in the white sand . . . → Read More: Vignettes: Gratitude in Central Park, NYC