Monthly Archives: October 2014

Shell of Mom

My mind swims with thoughts of the shell of the woman left in the hospital bed. Steeled by my sister’s cautionary warning, I entered slowly, committed to concealing any reaction. Curled in the fetal position, Her bony shoulders poked through … Continue reading

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The First Thanksgiving

I wrote this piece for the writing class I just finished. I am thrilled that it is the first post on my new writing blog:  I stood on his porch and clutched my bag of groceries close, hoping to feel … Continue reading

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