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Avoiding Chores for Poetry Mom’s folding laundry as muse pinches me sheets flapping with ink scolding I get beat from both sides unlined bedding is blessed the future shakes out Mom’s frown turns it upside down when she reads my best strike while the iron is hot and frame it give it to Mom in present ‘fore she passes away covered with a clean sheet no poem disturbs her rest Mom never beat me with her busy hands

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Bill Baker

Date: 4/15/2024 4:14:00 PM

It seems I'm losing this battle, Kim. I'm having more and more challenges to finding time to write my poetry. I need about 3-4 more hours in each day. A creative write, my friend. I like it! Have a pleasant day. Hugs, Bill

Kim Rodrigues
Date: 4/15/2024 7:44:00 PM

Yes, the challenge is getting other things done…lol. Hugs ~ Kim

Linda Alice Fowler

Date: 4/11/2024 8:45:00 AM

Interesting with the flip of the form. I like it! :)

Kim Rodrigues
Date: 4/15/2024 7:42:00 PM

Thank you, Linda! :)

Paige Hind

Date: 4/9/2024 5:15:00 PM

How unique, Kim- the metaphors using here are simply excellent. A privilege, hugs xx

Kim Rodrigues
Date: 4/9/2024 6:49:00 PM

Thank you! Hugs ~ Kim

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 4/9/2024 4:01:00 PM

I, too, am conflicted most days trying to fit poetry into my hours between chores, other writing-the list is endless. But when the muse speaks, I pretty much drop everything and head for my laptop :-) A very relatable poem, Kim. Have a pleasant evening, hugs, Sara

Kim Rodrigues
Date: 4/9/2024 6:48:00 PM

When the muse is on fire, waht can a poet do…lol.Hugs, sweet lady!

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 4/9/2024 12:54:00 PM

so interesting that you reversed it, Kim. I enjoyed your experimental poem

Kim Rodrigues
Date: 4/9/2024 1:11:00 PM

Thank you, Andrea!

Sara Kendrick

Date: 4/9/2024 7:51:00 AM

Yes, mom's are so busy with trying to get it all done there isn't time leftover for beatings. Abuse still happens though. Thanks for sharing this one with us and for dropping by my page. I haven't gotten back in there to work on the poem yet. Sara K

Sara Kendrick
Date: 4/9/2024 2:16:00 PM

Okay, sorry for the misunderstanding. I was not thinking that you were getting beaten though. Thanks for the correction of my thoughts. Sara K

Kim Rodrigues
Date: 4/9/2024 8:54:00 AM

Thanks, Sara. The getting beat from both sides has to do with writing. From childhood chores to chores as adults, we fit in our writing. Mom’s hands were so soft and gentle.

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 4/9/2024 6:40:00 AM

Dear Kim, You captured a tender moment amidst the mundane tasks of life. I loved the thought that laundry folding becomes a canvas for your creativity, with each line infused with emotion and reflection. Your words show the power of art to transcend the everyday and touch the hearts of those we love. Through your artistic poem, you honor your mother's presence and influence, blending her into the fabric of your verse. It's a beautiful tribute to the bond between parent and child and the enduring legacy of love. - Blessings, Daniel

Kim Rodrigues
Date: 4/9/2024 9:20:00 AM

Thank you, Daniel! I appreciate your kind thoughts.