The Wind

The wind
comes in at night,
bringing with it new ghosts
but I'm wrapped tight in mother's quilt, 
each painstaken swatch stitched by her own hand
She sings a breathy lullabye
and rocks me to sleep in
the cradle of
the wind
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

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Watt Avatar
August 26, 2022 at 6:46 PM
Lycia, mother's quilt is the magical armor offering protection from ghosts, cold winds, and all the frightening uncertainties of life. So beautifully expressed; I love the symmetry of the shape and the wind as bookends. Very touching, enjoyed very much ~ John
Rodrigues Avatar
August 7, 2022 at 7:48 AM
Beautiful! Impeccable imagery and a mother’s love! Congratulations, Lycia! Fave!
Harding Avatar
August 16, 2022 at 11:52 PM
Hi, Kim Thank you! xoxo LyLy
Anaya Avatar
August 5, 2022 at 2:33 PM
A security blanket-- how cool the wind blows while you stay warm, wrapped in mothers love. Beautiful Lycia Harding! Congratulations on your win. ~Anaya
Harding Avatar
August 16, 2022 at 11:53 PM
Thank you Anaya! xoxo LyLy
Fowler Avatar
August 5, 2022 at 5:26 AM
Back with congrats LyLy! Truly wonderful memory. Linda
Harding Avatar
August 5, 2022 at 8:22 AM
Thank you, Linda! xoxo LyLy
Dietrich Avatar
August 4, 2022 at 7:00 PM
LOVE this one. Congrats for the win.
Harding Avatar
August 5, 2022 at 8:23 AM
Hi, Dre! Thank you, you know I greatly value your opinion. xoxo LyLy
Fowler Avatar
August 1, 2022 at 3:17 PM
Soft and sweet LyLy! Linda
Calasibetta Avatar
July 31, 2022 at 8:49 AM
Love the imagery~I enjoyed the coziness of your memories. :)Paulette
Harding Avatar
August 5, 2022 at 8:23 AM
Thank you, Paulette! xoxo LyLy
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