Chosen word: Gnarled. Written for contest sponsored by Constance La France. 28/09/2023
Grandmother rocks in rocking chair Her careworn hands at rest in lap Blue eyes bright she seems aware Overcome with sleep taking a nap. Beautiful embroidery lies neglected Gnarled fingers, painful, no longer agile Rainbow silk colours forgotten not selected Advancing years have made her fragile. Ancient love keeps grandmother company On lap faithful companion does gently purr Calico cat the colour of amber honey Rocking chair rocks neither will stir.
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